Behind the Brush: How I Create Custom Art
Ever wonder what goes into your custom denim jacket or portrait? Here’s a peek into my workspace, my process, and the passion behind every piece I paint.
This is me at my stall during a local college festival. I love connecting with people in person and showing them the range of my hand-painted apparel and art prints.
A wider view of my table setup at an event. You can see a variety of my work on display, from finished jackets and art prints to smaller custom items.
A behind-the-scenes shot of The Weeknd jacket in progress. Here you can see my workspace with my paints and brushes, right in the middle of bringing the album art to life.
This video is a little montage about my journey as a full-time artist. It shows the variety of my work, from custom jackets to canvas paintings, and captures the passion I pour into my craft every day.
About Behind the Brush
Every custom piece starts with a conversation about what matters to you. Whether it's an album cover on a jacket or a pet portrait, I prep the surface carefully—deglazing leather or priming denim—so the paint stays vibrant through years of wear. It's not just about applying color; it's about making sure your story lasts on the fabric you love.
People often ask how I turn a plain denim jacket into something that looks like it belongs in a store. It starts with the prep work. If I'm working on leather sneakers, I chemically deglaze the surface to ensure the paint actually grips the material. For denim, I apply a specialized white primer base coat before even touching the brush, especially on dark washes. This ensures those colors pop and don't look muddy.
I don't believe in one-size-fits-all art. When you book a session, we look at the placement together—whether that's a full 12x16 inch back panel on your jacket or a subtle detail on a pocket. Once the art is done, I heat-set the fabric and apply a water-resistant topcoat. My goal is for you to wear these pieces, not hide them away. Whether I'm painting a mural in your living room or sketching a portrait from your old photos, I treat the work as if it were for my own closet. Let’s create something that actually feels like you.
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