Photography and skateboarding are bound by a common thread: passion. We take pictures for the same reason skaters skate, it starts with a love that creates a desire to better yourself - whether that means capturing the perfect exposure, or landing an epic trick.

To celebrate the release of the new COOPH limited edition skate decks, we delved into the archives of Red Bull Illume to bring you a selection of our favorite skate photography from the past editions of the Image Quest. Check them out below! 

Red Bull Illume just announced that the Winner Award Ceremony will take place at 2275m, at the breathtaking LUMEN - Museum of Mountain Photography in South Tyrol, Italy.

If you want to be there, submit now!