Feeling rejuvenated and inspired after suffering a major injury, Paul Rodriguez explains the motivation behind building the Primitive Skatepark, his love for the San Fernando Valley and how much the team he has built at Primitive has changed his mindset and keeps him motivated to progress.

Filmed by Jake Leger and Alan Hannon

Edited by Jake Leger

Still photography by Oliver Barton

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