My friend wants to design shoes for a hobby but eventually a living. Not the shoes themselves but the design on them, the artwork. And since Ive had luck selling comics and shirts at conventions he figured he’d try his hand at that and then opening an online store. The problem is, he doesnt know where to begin. A few of his main questions are:
What kind of shoes or sneakers lend well to design material and space wise?
How can you get the design to stay on the shoe permanently without cracking or fading?
Can you silk screen shoes?
What paints do you use?
What the best way to mass produce?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.