What’s the Best Paint for Canvas Shoes?
Posted by Drewon Nov 7th, 2008
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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:
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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11 Responses to “What’s the Best Paint for Canvas Shoes?”
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Tony Ross Says:
November 27th, 2008 at 11:16 amWould Poscas also work for denim jackets, and t-shirts?
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admin Says:
December 2nd, 2008 at 6:05 pmHey 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.
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christie Says:
May 19th, 2009 at 1:09 amso, if we use poscas… they paint won’t wear off when we wash them(the shoes)??
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May 19th, 2009 at 12:38 pmI wouldn’t throw them in the washing machine - just gently use a sponge and make sure the paint stays intact.
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Ken Turner Says:
May 25th, 2009 at 4:10 amHey 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
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julio Says:
June 3rd, 2009 at 9:42 amnice site! Just finished my 1st pair with regular markers and some deco markers. what do you recomend as a sealer
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Guy Birger Says:
June 6th, 2009 at 2:51 pmI 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 Says:
August 18th, 2009 at 8:23 amHi 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
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Diego Says:
March 10th, 2010 at 2:36 pmI 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.
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bj Says:
March 11th, 2010 at 7:08 ami think you should tape off the canvas and do an overcoat of clear. just a thought
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Drew Brophy Says:
March 11th, 2010 at 9:55 amSometimes I use regular sharpie markers on the rubber so I do not need to spray clear.