"Alternative Art" — Archive | Tim Trautmann

A skateboarder launches into the air above a bright orange traffic cone in the dimly lit Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The raw industrial space features exposed wooden ceiling beams, graffiti-covered walls, and makeshift ramps, creating an authentic underground skate culture atmosphere. Moody lighting from overhead fixtures casts dramatic shadows across the concrete floor, while colorful street art and skateboard graphics provide vibrant contrast against the weathered interior.

A skater catches air at Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Skate Session in Portland Underground

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Charlotte McCaslin commands the foreground with her pristine white hollow-body guitar, singing into the microphone while bathed in electric blue stage lighting. Behind her, Faith Grossnicklaus draws her violin bow across the strings, both musicians absorbed in their performance at the intimate Dante's venue. The atmospheric lighting creates a dreamlike quality, with deep purples and blues washing over the duo as they deliver their ethereal sound to the RX Fest 2019 audience. The composition captures the intimate yet electric energy of live performance in Portland's renowned underground music scene.

Charlotte McCaslin and Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone perform at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

Roselit Bone Performs at Portland's Dante's

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A concentrated skater navigates his board through Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. Dramatic overhead lighting cuts through the dim space, illuminating vintage skate posters and memorabilia that plaster the weathered walls. The intimate setting captures the raw authenticity of underground skate culture, where passion thrives in unconventional spaces.

A skater practices his craft in the atmospheric Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Skate Session at Commonwealth Portland

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A skateboarder executes a dynamic aerial maneuver in the raw concrete basement of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The dramatic low-angle perspective captures the athlete mid-flight against exposed ceiling beams and weathered concrete pillars, while graffiti and street art provide colorful contrast to the industrial architecture. Moody lighting filters through the underground space, creating deep shadows that emphasize the gritty urban aesthetic of this Southeast Portland skate sanctuary.

A skateboarder catches air in the industrial basement setting of Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Skateboard Air in Industrial Basement

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A young skater crouches in focused concentration within the gritty basement confines of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The weathered concrete walls and exposed ceiling beams create a moody industrial backdrop, while graffiti and skateboard graphics add splashes of color to the underground space. The atmospheric lighting captures the raw authenticity of Portland's skate culture, with the subject positioned dynamically against the textured urban environment.

A skateboarder navigates the terrain at Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Skate Session at Commonwealth Portland

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A skateboarder defies gravity in mid-air, soaring over a bright orange traffic cone inside the weathered confines of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The exposed wooden ceiling beams and graffitied walls create a gritty urban backdrop as the athlete executes a precise aerial maneuver, skateboard clutched firmly beneath gray-clad legs. Industrial lighting cuts through the basement-like atmosphere of this Southeast Portland skate haven, capturing the raw energy and creative spirit that defines the local skateboarding scene.

A skateboarder catches air over a traffic cone during an editorial shoot at Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Skater Launches Over Traffic Cone at Commonwealth

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A skateboarder suspended mid-air executes a dynamic trick in the atmospheric basement of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman district. The concrete space pulses with underground energy, its exposed wooden ceiling beams and colorful graffitied walls creating a raw, authentic backdrop. Dramatic lighting cuts through the subterranean setting, illuminating the athlete's focused expression and the worn grip tape of his deck as he floats momentarily above the industrial floor.

A skateboarder performs an aerial maneuver in the graffiti-adorned basement of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland, Oregon.

Underground Skate Session at Commonwealth Portland

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Model Rhianna Atwood strikes a contemplative pose against weathered steel lockers in Portland's industrial Central Eastside district. Her edgy ensemble of black leather jacket, plaid mini skirt, and polka-dot tights creates a striking contrast against the utilitarian blue-gray backdrop. The natural lighting casts subtle shadows, emphasizing the juxtaposition between punk-inspired fashion and the stark industrial architecture of Southeast Portland's warehouse district.

Rhianna Atwood channels rebellious spirit in an editorial fashion portrait set against Portland's Central Eastside industrial landscape.

Industrial Rebellion in Portland's Central Eastside

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A skateboarder executes a dynamic aerial maneuver in the concrete bowl at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The exposed wooden beam ceiling and weathered industrial pendant lights frame the action, while vibrant cartoon murals featuring animated characters create a nostalgic backdrop. The rider, caught mid-flight in baggy street wear, embodies the raw energy of underground skate culture against the gritty urban canvas of this Southeast Portland institution.

A skateboarder launches into the air at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland, Oregon, surrounded by colorful cartoon-inspired murals.

Airborne Among Cartoons at Commonwealth Skate

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A bearded skateboarder launches into a gravity-defying ollie over a graffitied orange traffic cone atvCommonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The moody lighting illuminates weathered wooden ceiling beams and concrete walls adorned with street art, while the athlete's arms spread wide in perfect aerial form. The underground venue's raw atmosphere creates a compelling contrast between urban grit and athletic grace.

A skateboarder executes an ollie over a traffic cone at Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Skateboarding Leap at Commonwealth Portland

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A tattooed skateboarder carves through the concrete bowl at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood, his body extended in fluid motion against graffiti-covered walls. The underground skate park's moody lighting creates dramatic shadows as he navigates the curved transition, embodying the raw energy and artistic expression of Portland's skating culture. His crisp white shirt and relaxed stance demonstrate effortless control within the gritty, art-adorned environment.

A skater flows through the bowl at Commonwealth Skateboarding during an editorial shoot for Red F Skateboards in Portland, Oregon.

Underground Flow at Commonwealth Skateboarding

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A tattooed skateboarder launches into motion within the gritty confines of Commonwealth Skateboarding's basement venue in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The raw industrial space, with its exposed wooden beams and graffitied walls, creates a moody backdrop as harsh overhead lighting cuts through the underground atmosphere. The skater's white long-sleeve shirt contrasts sharply against the weathered concrete and dark shadows, while cartoon murals peek through the dimly lit periphery.

A skateboarder navigates the underground terrain at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman district during an editorial shoot for Red F Skateboards.

Underground Skateboard Session in Portland Basement

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A solo electronic musician performs at Dante's in downtown Portland, bathed in ethereal purple and magenta stage lighting. The artist, wearing dark clothing, leans into a microphone while surrounded by synthesizers and electronic equipment that glow with cyan and pink hues. The intimate venue's curtained backdrop creates a moody atmosphere as the performer becomes one with their synthesized soundscape during this Rx Fest showcase.

Sun Blood Stories creates an immersive electronic performance amid neon-drenched synthesizers at Dante's during Portland's Rx Fest.

Electronic Artist Lost in Neon Performance

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A skateboarder captures air against a vibrant graffiti-covered wall in the underground confines of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The raw concrete space, punctuated by exposed ceiling beams and industrial elements, creates a gritty urban canvas where street art meets athletic expression. An orange traffic cone sits sentinel on the worn floor, while the skater's form is frozen mid-trick against the colorful backdrop of cartoon-like murals.

A skateboarder performs an aerial maneuver against graffiti art at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland, Oregon during an editorial shoot for Red F Skateboards.

Skater Launches Over Graffiti Wall

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Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone commands the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, his flowing hair catching the electric interplay of magenta and cyan stage lighting. The bassist's weathered hands work the fretboard of his instrument while atmospheric smoke and colored gels transform the legendary venue into a dreamscape of saturated hues. His ornate black shirt adorned with floral motifs speaks to the band's theatrical aesthetic, while the concentrated expression on his bearded face reveals an artist lost in the sonic landscape of RX Fest 2019.

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone performs under vivid stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

Bathed in Neon at Dante's

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A focused skateboarder in gray work pants and casual sneakers glides through the interior of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The atmospheric scene captures him mid-ride beneath harsh fluorescent lighting, with vintage skateboard graphics and weathered concrete steps creating an authentic underground skate culture backdrop. His concentrated expression and fluid motion through this iconic Portland skate shop epitomize the dedication and flow that defines street skating.

A skater navigates the interior terrain of Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland's Buckman district.

Urban Skater Navigates Commonwealth Shop Interior

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A young skater glides through the dimly lit passage at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. His dark streetwear silhouette moves against a vibrant geometric mural that transforms the tunnel walls into an explosion of color and pattern. The industrial concrete setting creates a stark contrast with the artistic backdrop, while fluorescent lighting casts dramatic shadows that emphasize the raw, authentic atmosphere of Portland's underground skate scene.

A skateboarder navigates Commonwealth Skateboarding on Southeast 20th Avenue in Portland, Oregon.

Session at Commonwealth Skateboarding Portland

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A collection of aging and worn vehicles, including two Volkswagen Vanagons, a rusted VW Beetle, and a red van with a roof rack, are parked on a grassy lot in Portland's Alberta Arts District. Behind them, a large weathered building displays a partial mural reading "Keep...Up," part of the "Keep Your Chin Up" street art piece, featuring painted feathers and organic forms in black, white, and blue. Residential homes, utility poles, and a soft purple-hued evening sky are visible in the background.

Vintage vehicles parked in front of the "Keep Your Chin Up" mural in Portland's Alberta Arts District.

Keep Your Chin Up

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Charlotte McCaslin and Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in ethereal blue and magenta lighting. McCaslin clutches a white hollow-body guitar while Grossnicklaus stands close beside her, both performers silhouetted against the venue's signature atmospheric glow. The dramatic color wash transforms the underground club into a dreamscape, capturing the raw intensity of their RX Fest 2019 performance.

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic colored lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's legendary Dante's venue.

Electric Duo at Dante's Stage

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Barry Walker and Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in ethereal blue and purple stage lighting. Walker, sporting a wide-brimmed hat and patterned shirt, works his synthesizer while Berblinger leans into his bass, both musicians caught in the transcendent moment of live performance. The moody lighting creates dramatic silhouettes against the smoky atmosphere of the legendary Portland venue.

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

Electric Duo Illuminated in Purple Haze

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A young skateboarder hovers in mid-air beneath the weathered wooden beams of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood, his body frozen in graceful suspension above his board. The dramatic lighting cuts through the shadows of this basement skate haven, illuminating his focused expression and relaxed posture against the raw industrial architecture. The composition captures the poetry of skateboarding culture—where gravity momentarily surrenders to skill and style.

A skateboarder achieves weightless equilibrium during an editorial session at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland, Oregon.

Suspended Motion in Portland's Underground Scene

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Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone surrenders to the sonic ritual beneath Dante's crimson-soaked stage lights in Portland. His flowing hair catches the electric blue and magenta wash as he cradles his bass guitar, eyes closed in musical meditation. The intimate venue pulses with atmospheric haze while his floral-printed shirt becomes a canvas for the club's signature neon palette. This moment captures the raw spirituality of underground performance, where musician and audience dissolve into pure sound.

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone performs in ethereal stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's legendary Dante's venue.

Electric Reverie at Dante's Inferno

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Roselit Bone commands the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in electric blue and purple stage lighting that transforms the venue into a sonic cathedral. The lead performer, wearing a distinctive floral-patterned jacket and black hat, leans into their microphone while bandmates create a wall of sound behind them - a drummer in white and additional musicians shrouded in the moody atmospheric lighting. The cramped stage setup and tangled cables speak to the raw, underground energy of Portland's live music scene.

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic blue lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

Roselit Bone Electrifies Dante's Stage

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Victor Franco of Roselit Bone commands the dimly lit stage at Dante's in Portland, his cream-colored Telecaster gleaming under moody blue stage lights. Clad in a weathered black leather jacket adorned with pins, Franco's concentrated expression captures the raw energy of underground rock performance. The atmospheric lighting carves dramatic shadows across his face while a bandmate remains partially visible in the background, creating an intimate yet electrifying concert scene.

Victor Franco of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

Electric Intensity at Dante's Underground Stage

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A densely layered collage of weathered concert posters and flyers creates a visual time capsule of Portland's indie music scene on the wall of Foster Burger. The overlapping promotional materials showcase bands like Dan Reed Network, Sleater-Kinney, and various underground acts, their faded colors and torn edges telling stories of late-night shows at venues like La Luna and Satyricon. The chaotic arrangement pulses with the raw energy of DIY concert promotion, each poster a artifact of the city's vibrant cultural underground.

Vintage concert promotional posters create a nostalgic music memorabilia display at Foster Burger in Portland's Foster-Powell neighborhood.

Underground Music Scene Archive Wall

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Charlotte McCaslin grips her white hollow-body guitar with fierce concentration while Faith Grossnicklaus draws her violin bow behind her, both performers bathed in the saturated purple and blue stage lights of Portland's legendary Dante's venue. The intimate underground atmosphere crackles with electric energy as the duo delivers their signature blend of rock and classical instrumentation. McCaslin's dark tousled hair and vintage-inspired outfit contrast sharply with the ethereal glow of the stage lighting, while Grossnicklaus remains partially obscured in the moody shadows.

Roselit Bone's Charlotte McCaslin and Faith Grossnicklaus perform their electric fusion set at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's underground music venue Dante's.

Electric Duet at Dante's Underground

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DJ Doctor Dakar commands the booth at White Owl Social Club, her flame-red hair catching golden light as she grips a vintage vinyl record with infectious enthusiasm. The intimate Portland venue pulses with afternoon energy, its walls adorned with eclectic artwork creating a bohemian backdrop. Her pure joy radiates through professional headphones and crisp white attire, embodying the authentic spirit of vinyl culture in the Pacific Northwest music scene.

DJ Doctor Dakar spins vinyl at Your Sunday Best day party opener at White Owl Social Club in Portland, Oregon.

Vinyl Revival at Portland Day Party

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Sun Blood Stories delivers an atmospheric performance bathed in ethereal blue and purple stage lighting at Dante's in downtown Portland. The trio creates an intimate soundscape with synthesizers, drums, and guitar, their silhouettes emerging from the moody wash of color against draped curtains. The geometric mandala design on the drum kit serves as a focal point amid the sea of electronic equipment and cables sprawling across the venue floor.

Sun Blood Stories performs under blue stage lights during Rx Fest at Dante's in downtown Portland, Oregon.

Sun Blood Stories Live at Dante's Portland

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A bearded skateboarder in grey sweats and black tee defies gravity in the raw concrete underbelly of Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The industrial space's exposed wooden ceiling beams frame this moment of athletic suspension as he soars above a weathered orange traffic cone, his skateboard floating beneath him. Graffiti-tagged walls and shadowy recesses create an authentic urban backdrop for this editorial skateboarding portrait.

A skateboarder executes an aerial maneuver over a traffic cone in the concrete bowl at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland, Oregon.

Skater Launches Over Traffic Cone

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A young skateboarder executes a dynamic trick in the shadowy depths of Commonwealth Skateboarding's concrete bowl in Portland's Buckman neighborhood. The industrial ceiling beams and graffitied walls create a gritty underground atmosphere, while moody lighting illuminates the skater's focused expression mid-maneuver. The worn concrete transitions and scattered deck below speak to countless sessions in this legendary Southeast Portland skate haven.

A skateboarder navigates the concrete bowl at Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland's Buckman district during an editorial shoot for Red F Skateboards.

Underground Bowl Session at Commonwealth Skateboarding

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