Chad Carothers
Biography
Chad sat out to create his own world of make believe into a reality. His unique style and characters have graced everything from back alleys to museums resulting in a wide variety of audiences around the world.
Well known for his custom painted surfboards and larger than life murals, it's hard not to get lost into the art surrounding yourself with the oddities and abnormalities that make it distinctively Chad.
After High school Chad relocated to the West coast in search of creative outlets for his art and abilities. Quickly he found himself at home within the Action Sports Industry creating and working with some of the industry's top companies. Embarking on a long term relationship with Lost Surfboards, opened the eyes and minds of many people worldwide onto Chad's unique style. With new doors and opportunities always opening since, Chad has gotten to work with some of the industries top companies and has been able to expose and express his art through collectors, galleries, and museums throughout the world.
These days you'll find Chad cruising in sunny Southern California painting, skating and living life.
Designed Toy Releases
These are toys designed by Chad.
Toy Series Participation
These are toys that Chad has lent their design skills to.
Customs
These are one-off, or very limited, toys.
- Omi - custom for The Omi Show, 2010
- Custom for the Art Toy Alchemists show, 2007
- Qee - 10" DIY Bart Qee, Frankenbart, for the DIY Bart Qee World Tour, 2007
- Gwin - custom for the Mega Gwin Custom Show, 2007