07 Nov What’s the Best Paint for Canvas Shoes?
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Karoleen, a graphic designer in Santa Barbara, had about 5 million questions in an e-mail. I’ll answer one here and the rest will have to wait!
“What kind of markers do you use for painting canvas shoes? I’ve heard acrylic mixed with acetone 5:2 should work. Do you think POSCAS would be more sufficient?”
I like the POSCA water-based paint pens best because they are quick & easy. I’ve tried acrylics and found it to be tedious. Check out a video of me painting a pair of Maria’s Chuck Taylor’s:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoJtp2Tq3r8[/youtube]
You can also get detailed instruction of how I paint canvas shoes with paint pens in my DVD “Paint Pen Technqiues“. Check it out here.
I want to see what you’re doing. Send me a photo of shoes you’ve painted!
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Tony Ross
Posted at 11:16h, 27 NovemberWould Poscas also work for denim jackets, and t-shirts?
admin
Posted at 18:05h, 02 DecemberHey Tony, Drew says that they will probably be fine on denim or leather as long as you seal it properly. For t-shirts, you are probably better off with a fabric paint that can be heat sealed. You can usually find these at your local hobby or craft stores.
christie
Posted at 01:09h, 19 Mayso, if we use poscas… they paint won’t wear off when we wash them(the shoes)??
Maria "Spunk" Brophy
Posted at 12:38h, 19 MayI wouldn’t throw them in the washing machine – just gently use a sponge and make sure the paint stays intact.
Ken Turner
Posted at 04:10h, 25 MayHey tehre. Great site. I do custom shoes as well. Check out my site if you like. I look forward to hearing some comments and/or suggestions.
Cheers.
Ken Turner
Sello
Posted at 11:08h, 29 JanuaryHello Ken, can you please assist with the sealer, what kind is needed to seal an artwork on a canvass?
julio
Posted at 09:42h, 03 Junenice site! Just finished my 1st pair with regular markers and some deco markers. what do you recomend as a sealer
Guy Birger
Posted at 14:51h, 06 JuneI love your work Drew, i stopped painting years ago and you’ve inspired me back to it.
Your care about others and your love for this art is shown, love the site
kapil
Posted at 08:23h, 18 AugustHi i am Kapil from Mumbai,India i really like ur art work even i kinda do all this stuff.. i really like it.. would like to learn more from a pro like u…..U rock
Diego
Posted at 14:36h, 10 MarchI was wondering what kind of paint or sealer to use if I’m going to paint on rubber… like that rubber part at the tip of converse shoes.
Thanks!
bj
Posted at 07:08h, 11 Marchi think you should tape off the canvas and do an overcoat of clear. just a thought
Drew Brophy
Posted at 09:55h, 11 MarchSometimes I use regular sharpie markers on the rubber so I do not need to spray clear.
sasha
Posted at 14:16h, 23 Septemberis this good on papers as well ?
Shawn
Posted at 18:07h, 16 JanuaryCool work! I got a question.
I messed up my canvas checkered Vans. Would the white Posca paint pen work to cover up some permanent black ink that bled onto the white squares?
SusanB
Posted at 13:16h, 14 FebruaryMy 5th Grade Girl Scouts want to decorate canvas Vans sneakers. What paint would be the easiest for them to use giving them the best results? I was thinking they could use fabric tulle to take the pattern from paper, to tulle then to the sneaker. Will this work. In addition, do they need to tape off the sole? Thank you for any help you can provide.
Melissa
Posted at 11:47h, 06 MarchHey I was wondering what kind of sealer you use on canvas shoes? I have painted some for my kids and sealed them with clear enamel. That does not work so well… Any suggestions?
Thanks! Melissa
Randa
Posted at 03:35h, 07 Aprili just finished painting on my vans shoe…could you tell me what kind of sealer do you use?…thanks
David
Posted at 23:54h, 15 AugustWhite acrylic paint works well to hide stains on white canvas shoes. Wet shoes in sink with cold water clean up a little bit around the bottom of the shoe where the rubber meets the canvas. Dawn soap seems to work well. Remove shoes from sink and rinse off soap. then apply white acrylic paint not much just a dab will do onto the toothbrush. While shoes are wet not dripping wet but wet quickly work paint into the canvas part of the shoe the water and paint seem to spread quicker and cover large areas use as much as you need until stain is gone medium bristle brush works the best.
Debbie Marlin
Posted at 17:15h, 11 JanuaryI just want to paint my tennis shoes turquoise…what extra steps are needed?