Sneaker Restoration and Customization
A course by Juan Pablo Bello (MYSNKRS Customs)Artist
A course by Juan Pablo Bello (MYSNKRS Customs), Artist
Learn the techniques to transform a pair of sneakers into a unique work of art
A pair of sneakers is a canvas of infinite possibilities in which you can freely express your artistic vein and see it reflected on your feet. Juan Pablo Bello is an art director and founder of MYSNKRS Customs, a pioneering sneaker restoration and customization brand in Chile that has worked with brands such as Adidas and even singer Luis Fonsi.
In this course, learn how to restore that old pair of sneakers left in your closet and give it a personalized touch. Learn about the different materials, care, and processes to achieve the best results so that your shoes can stand out from the crowd.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 17 downloads
What will we do in this course?
1 minute, 56 seconds
Know the materials of the sneakers
6 minutes, 29 seconds
Materials to clean, restore and customize
9 minutes, 57 seconds
Cleaning Sneakers
17 minutes, 11 seconds
Cleaning (part 2)
7 minutes, 31 seconds
Restoration
11 minutes, 29 seconds
What's included in this course?
Start the course by learning a little about Juan Pablo's career and how he came to be involved in this trade in his free time. Learn about the influences that inspired him to continue and found his own brand. Take a look at the projects you will carry out in this course.
In the next unit, see all the information about materials and products that you need to know to do restoration and customization. In addition, Juan Pablo gives you his best advice on how to clean your sneakers so that they can be restored to their original condition.
Juan Pablo shares his process to find inspiring references to carry out the design. He shows you how to make a sketch, prototype, or mockup of a customized shoe, which serves as a guide for the rest of the process. In addition, learn a simple method for preparing stencils that you can add to the customization of the shoe.
Discover the process of creating a custom, step by step; from color mixing and masking to applying paint to the shoes. Also, learn how to apply stencils to your shoes. Finally, see how to present your product so that the customer is completely satisfied.
What is this course's project?
Restore a pair of sneakers and give them a personalized design, following a step-by-step process that will give you long-lasting, quality results.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in giving a new life to their old shoes and to all those who want exclusivity and to stand out from the rest.
Requirements and materials
You don't need any previous knowledge, but if you already have experience in working with paints and colors, it will be very useful when mixing, applying, and coming up with ideas.
You will need a basic cleaning kit (shoe cleaning fluid or neutral baby shampoo and a soft brush) that you can get from some drug stores or from the shoe care area in large supermarkets.
Ideally you should have Angelus acrylic paints, or textile acrylic paints that you can find in any art store in your city. Finally, you should have brushes, ideally beveled, some additives, depending on the fabric or type of leather, cotton pads, cotton sticks, nail polish remover, and alcohol, in addition to other materials described during the course. You will need a kit basic cleaning (cleaning liquid neutral shoes or baby shampoo and soft brush) you can get at some pharmacies or in the care of shoes supermarkets.
Ideally you should have acrylic paints from the Angelus brand, or acrylic textile paints that you can find in any art store in your city. Finally, you should have brushes, ideally beveled; some additives, depending on the fabric or type of leather; cotton petals; cotton sticks; acetone; and alcohol, in addition to other materials described during the course.
Reviews
- 17 days ago
Muy recomendable, las explicación es muy clara y sin rodeos, lo que permite que se pueda avanzar en lo que uno quiere aprender
- 28 days ago
Muy práctico y útil. Me ha dado muchas ideas para poder empezar mi negocio. Seguramente me haga otro curso para reparaciones mayores.
- 3 months ago
Gostei muito do curso, recomendo! Boas dicas para iniciar e desbravar o mundo da customização de sneakers.
- 4 months ago
Buen curso, muy practico
- 6 months ago
Absolutely brilliant course, really in depth and easy to follow with great additional resources provided.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- What will we do in this course?
- U2
Materials and first steps
- Know the materials of the sneakers
- Materials to clean, restore and customize
- Cleaning Sneakers
- Cleaning (part 2)
- Restoration
- U3
Making the design
- Inspiration and sketch
- Let's prepare the stencil
- U4
Let's customize!
- We'll paint
- Let's paint (part 2)
- Stencil and final details
- Ways to present your sneakers
- FP
Final project
- Sneaker Restoration and Customization
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FAQs
You’ll learn professional techniques to clean, restore, and customize sneakers made from various materials, including how to use acetone, acrylic paints, stencils, and digital tools to achieve durable finishes and original designs.
The course is geared toward those with intermediate skills but is also helpful for motivated beginners wanting to learn everything from cleaning to advanced sneaker customization.
You’ll need cleaning products like acetone, brushes, gloves, acrylic paints, paintbrushes, finisher, stencils, masking tape, an airbrush, a plotter, digital tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, plus personal protective equipment.
It’s recommended to use acetone applied with cotton swabs or a stiff brush to clean the sole and edges, always protecting your hands and working in a well-ventilated area to avoid harm or inhaling fumes.
The course teaches how to use specific products like acetone and liquid dye, along with stiff brushes for canvas and gentle techniques for suede, to remove stubborn stains without damaging the materials.
Yes, you’ll learn how to use specialized adhesives and masking techniques to restore logos, reattach soles, and ensure repairs last on different materials.
You should wear gloves and a chemical mask and work in a ventilated space when handling acetone or glues, avoiding skin contact or inhaling fumes.