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up close because they’re hidden in the woods, or is that the idea? Have you thought of how you can apply this to a gallery setting? Not really, I love the idea of creating something that won’t ever belong to anyone. It is good to have customers, but I do not want to forget the passion behind my art. The greatest pleasure is to see people photographing these trees without knowing who the artist is. When I go in the woods, I feel the soul of a secret mission. You obviously love snow, skate and art. What’s a dream job for you? What goals are you trying to reach by all of this? Are you simply an artist whose stoked on shredding? Man, I’m already living my dream job. First of all, I’m lucky to be married to the most incredible woman. I’m always asking what her feeling is about my work, her opinion is decisive. Of course I have a goal, but I can’t tell you what it is. I’m really motivated by this idea of spreading love all around me. Where does the character inspiration and bright colors come from? Have you considered branching these characters into animation? It’s strange and not easy to explain. There is a world inside my head that I named “GusGus.” I didn’t create this world, it comes naturally. Each character has a very specific function.
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Wow, that’s kind of crazy. Tell me a little more about “GusGus” if you don’t mind? Is it like its own Sim City? Today, I have more and more control of my dreams. I see characters that regularly appear in my head. I appreciate their form and what they
do. They have a real life with friends, family, and work. One evening I saw this village with this name “GusGus.” I assumed that it was their city. They live like us, but they are less individualistic. They spread love and creativity. What other projects are you currently working on, or are in the works? I know you talked about a book. Yes indeed, the book is almost out. It will summarize the Recover project. I really want to spread it all around the world. It’s not about the money, only 700 copies will be printed and I will send them to the media partners, as well as all the photographers involved. I had the chance to get the support of Converse to make it happen. I would like to thank Luidgi Gaydu, who believed in me, a passionate man who devotes his life to skateboarding. A guy who gives a chance to everyone. Have you ever had any negative feedback on your Recover’s? Not really, maybe once, but it’s the game. When you decide to show your work you have to deal with criticism, good or bad. How stoked would you be to do Recover #201 on our 29th issue cover? It would be RAD! I’m your man! Lastly, why are French people so good at speaking English? My French is awful. We don’t have many options, sink or swim! I love traveling, and meeting people, so I really had no other choice but to learn English.