Secret Vader

The Vader Project is a reimagining of the iconic Darth Vader helmet curated by Dov Kelemer and Sarah Jo Marks of DKE Toys (dketoys.com). Kelemer and Marks gathered close to 100 of the hottest underground and pop surrealist painters, artists, and designers to participate. For this unique project each artist was given a 1:1 scale authentic prop replica of the actual Darth Vader helmet used in the STAR WARS™ films. The helmets served as a blank canvas for each artist to paint, design, mash up, and customize. Secret Base is a prominent Japanese art toy brand and designer known for producing high-quality, limited-edition vinyl figures. The brand has a strong reputation within the designer toy community for its unique and distinctive approach to character design, often blending retro, pop culture influences with Japanese street art aesthetics. Secret Base is particularly celebrated for its attention to detail and its ability to combine traditional toy design with an edgy, underground art vibe.