Violet

Founded by renowned filmmaker and skateboarder William "Bill" Strobeck in 2018, Violet Skateboards has quickly gained a cult following for its high-quality video output, rad graphics and heavy team. Strobeck, known for his distinctive film style, brings the same energy to Violet, blending streetwear-inspired aesthetics with top-notch skateboarding both in style and gnarliness. The brand’s distinctive graphics and bold designs are a reflection of Strobeck’s unique vision, capturing the gritty essence of the brand and its team. Violet’s team includes notable skaters like Kader Sylla, Seven Strong, Efron Danzig, Kris Brown, Kyle Teh, Auguste Bouznad, Patrick O’Mara, and Troy Gipson, making it a standout in skating. With strong collections and frequent dope videos, Violet Skateboards is a new force within skating and we're stoked to be one of the first online stockists in the UK.

About Violet

Founded in 2018 by acclaimed filmmaker and skateboarder William Strobeck, Violet Skateboards has emerged as a significant player in the skateboarding world. Strobeck, born in New York City in 1979, has been a pivotal figure in capturing the raw, unpolished energy of skate culture through his films.

His collaborations with top skateboarders like Jason Dill, Mark Gonzales, and Tyshawn Jones along with filming for legendary videos such as Alien Workshop's "Photosynthesis", Supreme's "Cherry" and Transworld's The "Cinematographer Project" have solidified his reputation as a visionary and top-tier filmer in the skateboarding industry.

Who is Bill Strobeck?

Bill Strobeck, a key figure in skateboarding, first gained attention filming Philadelphia’s Love Park scene in 1996. His major breakthrough came with “Cherry” (2014), Supreme’s first skate video in nearly two decades, which featured big names like Dylan Rieder, Alex Olson, and Tyshawn Jones.

Before “Cherry,” Strobeck worked on “Photosynthesis” for Alien Workshop and directed independent projects like “DIZZY” (2004) with Mark Gonzales and Jason Dill.

Post-“Cherry,” he continued filming top-tier skaters such as Na-Kel Smith, Sage Elsesser, and Sean Pablo in acclaimed Supreme videos like “BLESSED” (2018), cementing his legacy in the skateboarding world.

Violet Team

The skate team at Violet Skateboards includes a roster of talented skaters such as Kader Sylla, Seven Strong, Efron Danzig, Kris Brown, Kyle Teh, Auguste Bouznad, Patrick O’Mara, and Troy Gipson.

Violet Videos

Notable videos produced by Violet include “The Butterfly” (2023), “The Violet Promo” (2022), “Violet in Miami” (2023), and “Outside Cafe Mogador Until Dusk (Soul Session)” (2023). Each video reflects Strobeck’s distinctive filming style.