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ABOUT THE ART SHOES ARTIST
Everyone always asks how I came up with the idea to paint shoes. It's not as
though I sat around looking for something to do or finding a way to be
creative. My creativity has always been inspired by finding a solution to a
problem. And did I have a problem!!
After purchasing a very expensive pair of "art style shoes" from a major
high-end retailer I was thrilled to be traipsing around with Van Gogh on my
feet. My elation soon turned to dismay when I found the art scuffed and wore
off within the first few months of wearing! Not only that, I would see them all
over town - arghhhh!
Having a full career in graphics, advertising, and marketing I decided I would
just paint a pair myself - I had little to lose. I loved the concept of art on my
feet, but hated spending the money on shoes that didn't even last a season!
As you can see my well worn Bass suede clogs still look fabulous. The Picasso
art has actually worn better than the shoe! I painted several pair for myself,
and even with previous painting experience I learned much about painting on
shoes through trial and error.
The first time I wore them out in public I was not prepared for the reaction I
got. I thought they were quite cool, but never even gave a thought to anyone
else. Everybody loved them! I have never had so many compliments from
strangers in my life! And I still get compliments and comments from
complete strangers when I wear painted shoes! Who doesn't love that? Just
last week I got a hug from a woman at the Dallas airport because of my shoes.
So naturally my Art shoes kind of evolved. One of those "friends who told two
friends, who told two friends, who told two friends" kind of things. I started
selling them on ebay after selling them locally, and I and found an amazing
number of people were interested in my Art Shoes and having their own pair.
They are so addicting!
If you have any questions about Art Shoes, please see the FAQ page or feel free
to email me at pec@charter.net
Everyone always asks how I came up with the idea to paint shoes. It's not as
though I sat around looking for something to do or finding a way to be
creative. My creativity has always been inspired by finding a solution to a
problem. And did I have a problem!!
After purchasing a very expensive pair of "art style shoes" from a major
high-end retailer I was thrilled to be traipsing around with Van Gogh on my
feet. My elation soon turned to dismay when I found the art scuffed and wore
off within the first few months of wearing! Not only that, I would see them all
over town - arghhhh!
Having a full career in graphics, advertising, and marketing I decided I would
just paint a pair myself - I had little to lose. I loved the concept of art on my
feet, but hated spending the money on shoes that didn't even last a season!
As you can see my well worn Bass suede clogs still look fabulous. The Picasso
art has actually worn better than the shoe! I painted several pair for myself,
and even with previous painting experience I learned much about painting on
shoes through trial and error.
The first time I wore them out in public I was not prepared for the reaction I
got. I thought they were quite cool, but never even gave a thought to anyone
else. Everybody loved them! I have never had so many compliments from
strangers in my life! And I still get compliments and comments from
complete strangers when I wear painted shoes! Who doesn't love that? Just
last week I got a hug from a woman at the Dallas airport because of my shoes.
So naturally my Art shoes kind of evolved. One of those "friends who told two
friends, who told two friends, who told two friends" kind of things. I started
selling them on ebay after selling them locally, and I and found an amazing
number of people were interested in my Art Shoes and having their own pair.
They are so addicting!
If you have any questions about Art Shoes, please see the FAQ page or feel free
to email me at pec@charter.net
| My favorite comment came from one woman who actually asked to buy them off my feet! Fortunately, they weren't her size as I am rather partial to this pair. As I have several pair now, these old favorites were retired a few years back for my gardening & yard shoes. Hey, you have to be styling in the garden too! Although periodically you'll catch me in them if I run out for a quick errand. Picasso's Girl Before the Mirror |
| My first pair of painted shoes - and they are still going strong after 7 years! The pic above was taken when I updated my site in Feb 09. The one below was taken 3 years ago. After a very muddy experience last fall, I literally had to wash them (inside and out) in a sink of soapy water. The shoes are wearing, but the art still looks great! |
| The Muzeum Faces are the most fun, colorful shoe and versatile enough for any style shoe. Plus, they go with everything! They are reminiscent of Picasso, but it's actually a line of ceramic pieces. I've tried, but not been able to find out who the artist is. Just tell me the color palette you like and you're on your way to a very fun pair of shoes! |
CLP Studio
Custom Hand Painted Art Shoes
by Lane
Custom Hand Painted Art Shoes
by Lane
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