Q. What kind of paint do you use?
A. I use high quality premanent fabric paint. This way, the design will feel like part of the shoe itself, not caked on.
Q. Won't walking/running/splashing ruining them?
A. No! Neither water nor sun will damage the design. If you've owned Vans, you know that over time, the fabric becomes softer and more comfortable...this is their most desirable state! The design will still be there (and looking great) as long as the shoe is, so don't be scared to wear them in.
Q. What if I don't want Vans? Can you paint different shoes?
A. Vans makes classic slip-ons, flats, and Hi-Tops, so I'd do any of those. I don't paint knock-offs because Vans are worth the price...they last a lot longer than any other Van-look-alike I've ever used. If I'm going to spend time painting something, I want to make sure the "canvas" is going to last a long time and keep the painting looking good!
A few people have asked me about Converse too, and I'd definietly do Hi-Tops if someone wanted them! I don't think Nikes will work unless they're mostly canvas fabric.
Q.Why are the shoes priced the way they are?
A. Painting takes a huge amount of time! I'd say 10 - 12 hours is average. The Vans are $40 for me to buy, the 2 oz paints are $4-$5 each (not to mention brushes, sealer, ect.) and this website costs money to run too. Also, I will be a starving college student next year...
Q. How do you paint them?
A. It's better if I just explain with pictures, so here are some work in progress shots. >>CLICK<<
Q. Would you really accept a Showbiz vinyl as payment?
A. yes, yes, and yes!
