Nike Skateboarding tapped London-based artist James Jarvis for its latest project, a special edition collection of Free SB’s that reflect Jarvis’s perspective on skateboarding, reconciled with his bold visuals.
Jarvis, whose distinct imagery draws inspiration from comics, skateboarding and architecture, views skating as a philosophy more than an activity. The wild graphics, adorning black leather or white mesh, represent the different worldview that skating can instill in its devotees, while Free tooling through the sole ensures performance as impressive as the shoes’ looks.
Best of all, despite previous rumors, the James Jarvis x Nike Free SB will indeed launch at US accounts, such as Grand Rapids’ Premier, on Saturday, April 25.