The Skinz Time 80s Collection is a series of custom sneakers inspired by iconic movies, TV shows, and pop culture from the 1980s. Built on classic silhouettes like the Jordan 1, Nike Air Force 1, and Reebok Club-C, each pair blends nostalgia with handcrafted detailing. Below are five of my favorite custom sneakers from the collection, including designs inspired by He-Man, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Akira, Star Wars, and more. Since its inception in 2021, I've added close to 20 pairs to...

Art of the Game, by Canvvs and Rakuten , is the ultimate sneaker design contest that challenges artists to tell a story through footwear. In this post, I break down my creative process, inspiration, and lessons learned while designing a burnt-themed custom sneaker for the competition. What is the Art of the Game Sneaker Design Contest? Art of the Game, by Canvvs and Rakuten, is a sneaker design contest built around storytelling . Rather than focusing solely on clean execution or hype-driven...

A quick read on my biography, goals, and plans heading into 2025