The photographic approach in Tintype Portraits of West Coast Skateboarders centers on the use of the historical tintype process to capture portraits of contemporary skateboarders from the West Coast. This choice of medium introduces a tactile, vintage aesthetic that contrasts with the modern subcultural identities of the subjects.

The portraits emphasize individuality and the physical presence of the skateboarders, creating a dialogue between tradition and modernity. The mood is contemplative, as the tintype technique slows down the image-making process, lending gravity and permanence to ephemeral youth culture.

The book comprises 96 pages and was produced in 2017, focusing exclusively on this specific community through an uncommon visual strategy that highlights the intersection of historical photographic practices and urban youth expression.