Introduction
In this Creator Spotlight, we are beyond excited to feature an incredible piece of wearable art by the talented Natthawut! He took classic denim jeans and turned them into a Studio Ghibli masterpiece featuring everyone’s favorite forest spirit, Totoro. Painting on flexible fabrics like denim takes skills, and the vibrant detail on this is top tier!
Natthawut @Ntsmiley15
Hi! I’m Natthawut, the artist behind @ntsmiley15 from Thailand. I specialize in hand-painting one-of-a-kind denim and clothing inspired by anime, streetwear, and pop culture. Creating wearable art has become my biggest passion, and I love bringing my favorite characters to life on fabric. I’m always exploring new ideas and techniques to make every piece unique. I’m grateful to share my work with people all over the world.
InstagramCreator Questions
How did you hear about Angelus?
I discovered Angelus through Instagram and the custom painting community. Many artists recommended your products, and they’ve become my go-to paints for custom artwork.
What do you use our products for?
I use Angelus paints to create custom hand-painted denim, jackets, and clothing. I love the vibrant colors, durability, and quality, which help bring my designs to life.
What are your top 5 Angelus products?
1. Angelus Acrylic Leather Paint
2. Angelus 2-Soft Fabric Medium
3. Angelus Acrylic Finisher (Matte)
4. Angelus Acrylic Finisher (Gloss)
5. Angelus Paint Brushes
If you could give one piece of advice to aspiring artists, what would it be?
Stay consistent and never stop creating. Your unique style will come naturally through practice and patience.
How to Customize Denim Jeans:
A Step-By-Step Guide
1Prep the Denim
Wash and fully dry the jeans before painting to remove any factory coatings, dirt, or oils. Place a piece of cardboard/ plastic inside the leg behind your design area so the paint doesn't bleed through to the other side.
2(Optional) Mix Your Paint with 2 Soft
To keep the paint flexible on fabric, mix Angelus Acrylic Leather Paint with Angelus 2-Soft Fabric. Reasoning: Adding 2 Soft allows the paint to absorb directly into the denim fibers so it won't feel overly stiff or crack when the fabric stretches.
3Apply the Paint
Apply thin coats using a paintbrush or airbrush, pushing the paint into the fabric. Allow each coat to dry completely before applying the next until you achieve full coverage.
4Taking Care of Denim
To keep your design looking fresh, always turn the jeans inside out, wash on a gentle cycle with cold water, and air dry. Avoid high heat in the dryer and never bleach.
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