Work

Footwear Studies (Kix)

Each pair starts with leather preparation and surface deglazing. Layered acrylic and metallic copper are applied by hand, followed by fine outlines and protective finishing. The gallery shows how color and brushwork change the look of different sneaker shapes; a new pair is planned around its own material and design.

2026Fashionmade to order

Custom hand-painted Nike Blazer Mid sneakers in black leather with gold and multicolor Swoosh

Custom hand-painted white Nike Air Force 1 sneakers with colorful character art

Custom Converse Chuck Taylor high-top sneakers with metallic copper and gold paint

Custom copper coated Nike Air Force 1 sneakers with neon lime green Swooshes

Materials

Leather sneakers
Hand-applied metallic copper finish
Fabric acrylic paint
Protective top coat

Process

Leather prep and surface deglazing
Layered metallic copper hand coat
Precision fine brushwork and outlines
Sealing, heat-setting, and final inspection

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