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Greg Hunt, maker of the 2009 film “MindField”, which won him the TWS Best Video Award, has been given the cool opportunity to create these two Syndicate releases, which are due out very soon. Choosing the Era, and the AV Sk8-Low, he decided to go with an all-black colorway, mixing up the materials with a combination of suede and waxed canvas, similar to the recent GR Max Schaaf pack. The pics make the canvas appear to be gray, but we assure you that it’s just the lighting. Both pairs sit on top of all white midsoles, giving that classic winning color combo that we all love. Also, note the waxed laces, and removable PU sockliners, complete with Greg Hunt’s logo. Will you be copping these?
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Lizzie’s first full-length edit in nearly five years highlights her one-of-a-kind style and solidifies her position among skateboarding’s best
Watch the Global Digital Premiere of ‘Onward’ today
at 5 PM PST
Those who know Vans pro skateboarder Lizzie Armanto, know that her barrier-breaking approach to skateboarding has shifted the landscape. Her accolades, like appearing on the world stage to represent the sport, speak for themselves and make her a role model for skateboarders everywhere. Expanding on her list of accomplishments, Vans, the global leader in skateboarding for more than 50 years, is proud to unveil a fresh angle on Lizzie’s world-class skateboarding in a new film, Onward, directed by celebrated filmmaker Greg Hunt and filmed by master lensmen Chris Gregson and TJ Gaskill.
The first full-length edit from Lizzie in nearly five years, Onward showcases what Lizzie has become known for—her humble, hard-working approach, one-of-a-kind style, and tenacity to make any trick a reality.
“It’s been incredible to see Lizzie overcome her injuries and get to where she’s at now,” Hunt said. “And it’s so much fun to work with Chris Gregson’s and TJ Gaskill’s footage. I’m really excited to see this come together.”
The goal was to create a film as visually exciting as Lizzie’s skating, adds Gregson, noting that they drew inspiration from her love for traveling, which is represented in the various locations Onward was filmed, as well as spending time with a close-knit group of her friends and fellow skateboarders. Featuring appearances from Mami Tezuka and Axel Cruysberghs, the film drives home Lizzie’s gratitude to the skate community and her ultimate support system of friends and family.
In anticipation of the film’s premiere, Lizzie shared the following about what the project has meant to her: “In the past, filming felt like I was trying to prove I was ‘good enough’. I feel like this part has been about proving that to myself, and that I am stronger than my injuries. Everyone involved in the project has been a huge motivator. We kept the crew small. My favorite thing is that everyone’s passionate about what they’re doing, and it’s been contagious.”
Earlier this season, Vans and Lizzie dropped a new, head-to-toe collection that leads with her first signature skateboarding silhouette, The Lizzie. The offering opens the aperture on what inclusive, all-gender footwear and apparel looks like, and reinforces that skateboarding should be open to everyone.
Tune in at 5 PM today at vans.com/lizzie for the global premiere of Vans Skateboarding’s Onward, featuring Lizzie Armanto.
Bringing “Off The Wall” to Life featuring Live Musical Performances by Thundercat and Danny Brown, Art Installations, Workshops, Open Skate, a Detroit Community Street Market and More!
Free and Open to the Public
RSVP on HouseofVans.com Now!
House of Vans announces its latest destination arriving to Detroit, MI January 24-27, 2019, at The Jefferson School. Vans will transform the historic building at 950 Selden Street in West Midtown, into a cultural hub to celebrate art, music, action sports and street culture bringing Vans’ “Off The Wall” ethos to life. With an array of curated programming free to the community, this unique pop-up experience will be the largest House of Vans experience to date. Other pop-ups have included Paris, Montreal, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Mexico City, along with permanent House of Vans locations in Chicago and London.
“Detroit has a rich and eclectic history across music and art, along with a burgeoning skate scene that closely aligns with Vans’ own history and mindset,” said Brooke Burt, Vans’ Senior Manager of Lifestyle Brand Marketing. “It is truly an honor to bring House of Vans to life in Detroit alongside this incredibly creative and inspiring community.”
The House of Vans Detroit pop-up will kick-off Thursday, January 24 with a concert featuring acclaimed bassist and songwriter Thundercat, local post-punk legends Protomartyr and the soulful pop of Amber Mark. Music continues through the weekend with rapper and Detroit’s-own Danny Brown, who will bring his high energy show to the mainstage on January 25 along with SoCal rock quartet Joyce Manor and acclaimed cellist and singer Kelsey Lu. House of Vans will also introduce its signature SESSIONS series to the pop-up turning the stage over to local Detroit talent. Musicians interested in playing SESSIONS at House of Vans Detroit can email music to submitmusic_houseofvans@vfc.com.
The House of Vans Detroit pop-up will offer an extensive array of art programming including installations, retrospectives and workshops by artists Niagara, Jay Howell, Greg Hunt, Ellen Rutt, Joe Brook and more! Photography from the local community will also be featured from past Vans events and attendees can add their mark onsite by taking part in a zine making workshop hosted by Juxtapoz Magazine.
Vans is proud to partner with a wide array of vendors including Third Man Records, Genusee, SMPLFD, B_KS@ and many more, spotlighting Detroit’s artistic ingenuity and creativity through a street market along with Detroit mainstays and new food and beverage fan favorites. Attendees can also expect a record-fair, screen printing and customization station workshop, mobile vinyl pressing and local merch. Ann Arbor-based independent record label Ghostly International will begin their 20th Anniversary celebrations at House of Vans Detroit hosting a street market booth where they will be leading a modular synth workshop with music producer, DJ and electronic avant-pop artist, Matthew Dear.
House of Vans wouldn’t be complete without skateboarding, so Vans partnered with local Detroit organization, Community Push to transform the gymnasium of the Jefferson School into an indoor skatepark. Open skate sessions will be available throughout the weekend along with Vans’ signature Get On Board girls skate clinic and board building. The skate park open hours will culminate in a “Pyramid Scheme” trick contest with obstacles created by partners QUASI, Alltimers, and Quartersnacks with LQQK Studios and Trilogy Tapes partnering to curate local Detroit talent to DJ and curate the music throughout the weekend within the skatepark.
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Music: “Perfect Tuesday” written & performed by Randy Randall
Words by Vans:
“The first name in skateboarding footwear and apparel introduces its first-ever feature-length global skateboarding video, PROPELLER. Directed by Greg Hunt, PROPELLER presents a sweeping snapshot of modern skateboarding that only Vans can deliver, featuring full parts from some of the biggest names in modern skateboarding alongside appearances from legends and true pioneers.”
“THIS VIDEO CAPTURES THE STRENGTH OF WHAT OUR TEAM IS AND HAS BEEN FOREVER. THIS IS NOT A TEAM YOU CAN JUST BUY AND THROW TOGETHER.” – Steve Van Doren
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Words via Hypebeast:
“Slam City Skates is a well-known skate institution on the streets of London. They’ve just opened an exclusive Vans collaboration store in the basement of their own Covent Garden Store. If you’re in the area, swing through and check out photography by Greg Hunt, and share a beer or three with the Slam City crew. If you’re not, don’t worry — you can still cruise the Slam City’s full line of Vans shoes here.”
To see the rest of Hypebeast’s photos of the shop, head on over to their site here!
Here’s the final release, for the “In the Cut” Anthony Van Engelen video shoot that was previewed a few days ago. Directed, and shot, by Greg Hunt. Peep the final outcome below:
A.V.E. “In the Cut” Commercial from OFF THE WALL SINCE 66 on Vimeo.
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