IM CREATIVE
An inside look into the Imperial Motion Art Dept.
DAY #1 SET UP AT EVO
We just finished up day 1 of set up at evo for “The Underacheivers” show. Here’s a little preview of what you can expect to see… Make sure to stop by this Friday between 6pm and 9pm. The after party will be at The Red Door following the show.
TWS + IM + RAYMOND MOLINAR CONTEST WINNERS
Thank you to everyone that submitted photos for the Transworld Skateboarding + IM + Raymond Molinar photo contest. We received a ton of great photos that made Raymond’s decision extremely difficult. The three lucky winners are… Thebwproject “waiting for the boat” Talonsorensen Roberto_alegria Email us at IMcontestphotos@gmail.com with you sizes (pants and t-shirt) along with [...]
IM + evo PRESENT “THE UNDERACHIEVERS”
Join us at the Timesinfinity gallery at evo May 4th from 6pm – 9pm for the opening night of “The Underachievers” to view the works of Raymond Molinar, Adam Jackson, SB Goetz, Josh Row, Grant Curtis, and PDP. We will have screen printed posters for sale along with plenty of chocolate from Theo and music [...]
PRODUCT FEATURE | UPSIDE DOWNER TRUNKS
100% Polyester boardshorts with all over sublimation artwork by Ryan Bubnis, contrast drawcords with UV gel coating for secure hold, side pocket, woven label details, and our signature Tight and Right fit. 18″ Outseam. Available at Swell.com
IM ON FANTASY FACTORY
Incase you missed last nights episode of Fantasy Factory, we’ve got it right here for you. Keep a close eye on the last couple minutes of the episode to see Steelo Brim wearing the World Class Underachievers Baseball tee. Get More: Fantasy Factory (Season 5), Full Episodes
NEW SINGLE FROM BARCELONA
Our friends from Barcelona have a new album titled, “Not Quite Yours” coming out May 8th. They have decided to post a new song every week leading up to the release. Check out their new single, “Slipping Away”. There CD release party is going to be May 18th at the Columbia City Theatre. Some tickets [...]
IM x RM x TRANSWORLD SKATE PHOTO CONTEST
Do you think you have the best instagram photos? Tag your best photos with #TWSIMphotocontest to be eligible to win a pair of Molinar Signature pants and t-shirt! Raymond will pick his favorite 3 photos next week and they will each receive the pants and T-shirt. Find us at @imperialmotion @transworldskate
TUESDAY 25 WITH RAYMOND
Skateboarder Magazine just posted a Tuesday 25 with Raymond. Take some time and learn a few things about the dude! Click here to read
PICKWICK – WINDOW SILL @ CATHEDRALS
Pickwick and the Maldives put on a great show this weekend at the Cathedrals event in Tacoma, put on by The Camp (formerly Camp 6). It was great to see these guys in such a small place. Here’s a video of “window sill” from the show.
BREAKLITES @ JAZZBONES
If you missed the Breaklites show with Blue Scholars at Jazzbones this Saturdays, scope the photos below (Photos: Troy Burki). You can see them play next week, May 4th at the Crocodile with Grieves and Budo.
NEW ALBUM FROM BARCELONA
The dudes from Barcelona have a new album coming out May 8th. Get stoked for some great things to come from them this year.
THE DAILY DECK x JOSH ROW
IM contributor, Josh Row did an awesome project last year called, The Daily Deck. Check out this video recap by Toebock Media. Row has been at it hard in 2012 doing some large installations and a lot of work for SXSW. Be on the lookout for more t-shirts from Josh. Check out his blog here
ARE YOU A LUCKY MOTHER F*CKER?
Head over to our Facebook page for a chance to win one of these shirts for tomorrow.
RA SCION | BEG x BORROW x STEAL
Ra Scion is back with this new 3 song EP release, Beg x Borrow x Steal! Check out the 3 part video below and browse www.rascion.com to download the new tracks. Stay tuned for some ltd BEG x BORROW x STEAL merch.
PRODUCT FEATURE | MOLINAR CHINO PANT
Straight leg fit with 16″ leg opening, 32″ inseam, and 10″ rise. Signature “RM” branded antique brass button and labeling. IM leather patch on the back and woven label details.
IM x Dave Yearwood x Swell
Check out the latest IM ad featuring Dave Yearwood inside the new Swell catalog. All the photos in the ad are from Yearwood’s trip to El Salvador with photographer, Benton Sampson. Look for all the new trunks to be available online soon.
AMAZING ISN’T ENOUGH
Neon Forest and R02 Present – Amazing Isn’t Enough. Featuring work from Brandon McLean, Clark Goolsby, and Rocky Grimes. Opening reception February 11th 2012.
SPRING PREVIEW: FAIR GAME WALKSHORT
Vertical striped walkshort with with contrast back pockets, Antique brass button, coin pocket, and woven label details. Rise: 12″ Inseam: 8″
THE BREAKLITES: STYLE MUSIC VIDEO
Check out the latest music video from the Breaklites…
SP12 PREVIEW: ANCHOR BOARDSHORTS
It might not seem like it right now, but spring is getting closer and closer. Starting today we will be posting a new product on the blog each day to give you a taste of what to expect from the Underachievers this year. Here is The Anchor Boardshort with an 18″ outseam striped drawstring, coin [...]
RAYMOND AND STEREO FAM
Check out this quick edit of Raymond and the Stereo family cruising around LA on the Stereo Vinyl Cruisers…looks like fun!
IM | SPRING PREVIEW
Here is a small preview of what you can expect to see next month from The Underachievers…
DAVE YEARWOOD | HOLIDAY SPIRIT
Just got a text of Dave enjoying himself at a Christmas party in his custom IM holiday sweater! What do you think, should this be in the next IM collection?
JOEY PEPPER – OFF THE BOARD
Check out Joey Pepper getting crafty in this episode of TWS, “Off the Board”. If you didn’t already know, Joey is a skilled word worker and recently had a show featuring some of his work, check it here Off The Board: Joey Pepper – Click here for this week’s top video clips
RAYMONDS PHOTO UPDATES
Raymond just updated his blog with some new polaroids from his recent stay in Puerto Vallarta, give it a look here
RYAN BUBNIS ARTIST FEATURE
Portland based sunglass company, Shwood, recently did an awesome artist feature on Ryan Bubnis. Ryan talks about how he got into art and what he is trying to portray through his art. Take a peek…
HOLY SH#T T-SHIRT!
Here is a sneak peek at a new t-shirt that will be available exclusively through Urban Outfitters. No photoshop on this baby, just hours of tedious folding.
MOVEMBER WEEK 1 UPDATE
We were only able to capture photos of some of the crew for week 1 of Movember. Here they are. To join or donate to our Movember team please follow this link We also have t-shirts for sale with $4.00 from each sale going directly to Movember, check them out here
THE UNDERACHIEVERS T-SHIRT
Here’s a peek at a new t-shirt shipping to Urban Outfitters. Look for it online soon.
Pickwick – Blackout (Suzzallo Reading Room)
Some talented dudes from Seattle…
WEDNESDAYS AT THE WAREHOUSE – DRUNKEN CARVING
Last Wednesday we had a little challenge…It entailed shot-gunning some beers and carving pumpkins. Each person had 30 minutes to carve their best pumpkin. Needless to say, they turned out pretty bad. We want you to let us know which one is the best and which is the worst. Head over to our Facebook page [...]
MOVEMBER x IM T-SHIRTS
We can’t decide what color to make for our Movember T-shirts. Head over to our facebook and let us know what you think!
MAKANA SURF EDIT
Check out this fresh edit of Makana. Thank you, Ty Frey for the excellent cinematography and editing. Check out his work here
BLEACH vs IM Collab t-shirt
Tomorrow night Bleach’s is celebrating their one year anniversary. For the occasion we designed a limited edition Bleach vs IM t-shirt that will be screen printed in the store at the event. Come out tomorrow night for a drink and support Tacoma’s finest. Here is a look at the design. Head over to Bleach’s facebook [...]
Ryan Bubnis | THIS TIME, RIGHT NOW, IS OUR TIME!
RB solo exhibition, THIS TIME, RIGHT NOW, IS OUR TIME opens tonight at the brand new Grass Hut Art Market location. Featuring installations, sculptures and new works on paper and wood. This show is all about getting yours. Going big, grinding that rail, swimming across the lake, making things, leaving a mark, jumping off the [...]
IM BOARDSHORT FEATURE ON TWbiz
Transworld Business did a nice feature on our upcoming Spring 2012 Boardshort Collection. Check it out here
THE UNDERACHIEVERS PAINTING
Finally got around to finishing up The Underachievers pieces at Bleach Tacoma.
WEDNESDAYS AT THE WAREHOUSE
Warehouse manager, Grady has everything right where he wants it. Brothers from another ‘merica Atmosphere’s Seattle show was epic. Sample Sewing…
WEDNESDAYS AT THE WAREHOUSE
Grady had a unfortunate biking accident on his way home from work. The bruising is really starting to improve. We’ve been hard at work sampling for 2012. Inspiration in the kitchen.
NEW IM MURAL AT BLEACH
We have a new IM mural piece in the works at Bleach. Stay tuned for more updates on it.
IM x Raymond Molinar
Raymond Molinar has recently been shooting some photos for and IM special project, here is a peek at one shot with type59 4×5 sheet film.
Behind the Scenes | Dave Yearwood Photo shoot
Here are a couple camera photos from the Dave Yearwood photo shoot yesterday. Stay tuned for more!
New Ryan Bubnis Limited Edition prints
Print specs: It’s Time! Size: 18” x 24” 4-Color Silkscreen on 140lb Archival French Paper Maximum Edition Size: of only 40 prints!!! Price: $40 You can get em here!
New IM Denim has arrived
We are so stoked to have new denim in stock! We are introducing two new colors in the fits that everybody loves. Check out the photos below for the Stan Denim in Raw indigo and The Whip Denim in Raw indigo and Wax coated black! Will be available online shortly…
Raymond Molinar Blog Updates
Raymond Molinar has recently updated his photo blog with shots from his time in Australia, Sonoma, LA, etc. Give it a peep here
IM FEATURED ON TRANSWORLD BUSINESS
Check out this article on Transworld business about our Fall collection and current trends. Below are a couple styles you can look forward to seeing in about a month or two.
