Thanks to the Vans Vault x Star Wars collaboration, Tyson Bodnarchuk was given the opportunity to create the new board in our Vans space. Interview with the Montreal artist and Star Wars fan:
How does it feel to be back on the board?
It's great to work on the board in the Vans space. I very rarely work with chalk, but I really love trying to figure out how to work within its limitations. It's a fun challenge.
Would you consider yourself a big Star Wars fan?
I'm a pretty big Star Wars nerd, so yeah. Like everyone else, I grew up with it and I've always loved the series.
Do you remember the first time you saw one of the movies?
I can remember seeing "A New Hope" in the theatres, but just barely. This would have been one of the re-release dates like 1979 or 80. So, I would have been 4 or 5 years old. I do remember seeing the commercials for "Return Of The Jedi" and being really excited to see it. The canteen’s creatures from the original and all the creatures in Jabba’s palace were the highlights for me. Always loved monsters, always will.
Which character would you be if given the opportunity?
Even though he gets killed off pretty quickly, I've always loved Greedo. I love the way he looks, his color palette is beautiful and he's one of Jabba's henchmen.
Any last words?
I hope you all love the board at the shop and thanks for having me!
The Half Cabs from the Vans Vault x Star Wars collection will be available on Saturday, May 17th, at 11AM in store and 1PM online. Limited edition.