How to Paint a Murakami Flower Design on Air Jordans with Angelus Leather Paint - Feat. @esther.arttt

Start by preparing the leather surface. Apply Leather Preparer & Deglazer or acetone to an applicator pad and thoroughly wipe down the area you intend to paint. This removes the factory finish and oils, ensuring the paint adheres properly to the shoe. Perform 3-5 passes.

Before touching the shoe, visualize your design. Create a digital or paper mockup (as seen on the tablet) to decide on color placement and the exact shape of your design. This acts as your reference map.

Using a pencil, lightly sketch the outline of your design directly onto the leather. You can also use a Detail Brush to "sketch" out your design if you are comfortable freehanding.

Apply your base coats using Angelus Leather Paints. Stick to thin, even layers and let each one dry fully before adding the next. This helps prevent cracking or buildup. Use high quality brushes to minimize brush strokes.

Once your base is solid, go in with smaller Detail Brushes to add your smallest and final details. To protect your artwork from wear and scratches, apply one to three light coats of Angelus 4-Coat Finisher