Displaying items by tag: James Callahan
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8/01/2022
James Callahan: A Bounty of Barf
James “Barf” Callahan is one of the most prolific illustrators alive today. He published a coffee-table book, "Barf Skate," which features his skate-related art. Join us as we dive into the brain of a wizard. -
1/13/2022
Thrasher Comix: Horror and Sci-Fi cover art
Skating produces all sorts of stories. Here are some wild comic book ideas that could never possibly happen. Or could they? -
1/20/2021
Slam Demons: The New Blood
The inverse of skate glory is the agony of a slam. Shown here are the demons which lurk in the shadows of every spot, waiting to strike and feast on failure. They cannot be banished, only embraced. So roll on. -
7/10/2020
Skate Van Safety Manual
In the event of an emergency, airplane safety manuals address certain dangers. But what about a van full of skaters? Here are some illustrated guides to help you navigate the hazards of a multi-seater road trip. As seen in the July 2020 magazine. -
5/29/2020
Skateboard Hieroglyphics
Ancient Egypt is known for Pyramids, Pharaohs, and mummies. Our research of their mysterious written language also indicates they had a ripping skate scene with unique hazards. Here we revisit some sacred wall scrawls. -
11/14/2018
Sporting Chance: Skate Team Logos
Heaven help us if skating ever becomes a conventional sport with rules and regulations. That would be a living hell. At least the team logos might be interesting. Here's our first crack at them. -
5/07/2018
Rorschach Inkblot Test for Skaters
If you’re in need of psychological help, look no further. We will analyze your perception of this inkblot quiz and find out what the hell is wrong with you, weirdo. -
1/02/2018
"The Ditch Diablo" Artist Profile of Barf
James "Barf" Callahan has done a bunch of amazing projects with Thrasher before, but his interactive comic book "The Ditch Diablo" was on another level. Check out his interview and the portfolio of one of the sickest illustrators out there. -
12/29/2017
"The Ditch Diablo" comic book
Behold the cursed realm of The Ditch Diablo! Take a spin through our interactive skate comic book where you choose the adventure. The consequences of your choices are the difference between LIFE and DEATH. Enter if you dare! -
10/15/2014
Get On The Van: Skate Crew Stickers
You see them all over: vehicles with stickers showing a cartoon version of the family inside. Here are some ideas to represent your skate squad.
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3/20/2023
Zion's Zahba Launch Day Photos
Vans threw Zion a big ol' bash in Brooklyn to launch his new colorway. Hop on the sessions from the Supreme bowl to Space 198 as Pedro Delfino, Tyson Peterson, Ronnie Sandoval and Roman Pabich make their way through NYC to give the man his flowers. -
3/20/2023
Krooked's "Kay Ar Kay Dee" Video Featuring Tom Knox
Kicking around the Bay Area and stacking clips, the Krooked gang coalesced in SF to welcome Tom Knox to the team. This video rips. -
3/20/2023
Arto Saari for Slowtide
Arto talks with Slowtide about leaving California and finding his love for photography again in Hawaii. -
3/20/2023
Thrasher Workshop
We teamed up with the Workshop and the crew hit the South in pursuit of clips. Sammy, Frankie, Joey, Liedtke and Jordan Powell went to work. BELIEVE. -
3/20/2023
Brick & Mortar's "Round Camera" Video
A Brick & Mortar vid always administers a healthy dose of street stunts mixed with some good old-fashioned window-smashing and hooliganism in the heart of Melbourne. We love it.
In The Mag
Austyn Gillette graces the cover with a lofty switch tré in DTLA. Featuring Yuto in Tokyo, Tania Cruz in Barcelona, and OJs crew in the Big Sky Country. All this plus more. Cop it now.