So long MMVIII

So the year has come to an end and it has definately been a crazy one. Thankyou to everyone who has helped me out through the year, hooked me up with gigs, write ups, interviews, blogs and everyting else, it is most definately appreciated.

2009 is set to be huge, I already have a few projects in the works so stay tuned for the new year.

Stay safe!

Friday night in the studio

So its Friday night in the studio and I figured as a break I would post some pics. This is just my favourite corner atm, some really really old canvas work and some new, Homer Simpson "Help Me" deck, Swamp Things etc etc.


Indian Ink outline on canvas for a new piece im working on.


New weapons of choice. Next week I will upload some pics of some finished canvas work for the solo show I am working on.

Finally, Merry Christmas to everyone over the holiday break, stay safe!

Sneaker Freaker Issue 14 Launch

So issue 14 was launched last night @ Provider in Manchester Lane Melbourne CBD. As you can tell there was a rather big turnout, no surprises there, sneakers plus free booze usually equals a decent turnout. Regardless it is a great issue, a few features from yours truly including a full 4 page custom guide and an appearance from my boy in NZ Frank from Qubic. So get yours at your local.

Bloggin @ Qubic

Those of you who follow the blog you will know that New Zealand store Qubic is like my brother from another mother and the same father. Well Frank, Ivy and the crew have relaunched their Qubic website and it features new news feeds as well as blogs from some locals, employees and extended family like yours truly.

This will remain the official Sekure D blog but I will update over there a little more frequently with every day stuff like canvas progress, exhibitions I attend etc etc. To check it out like normal click the image above.

Sneaker Freaker Feature

Thankyou to my friends over at Sneaker Freaker for this feature. I would have to say this is easily one of the best interviews I have ever done so cheers to Mafia for making it different and interesting.

Click the graphic to head over and check it out.

Sekure D Pre Sale

Interviews

I figured I would put some of the links to the interviews I have been doing on here for those of you who wanted to do a bit of reading up on the collab and other things Sekure D. Thanks to everyone for their support on the blogs it has been very much appreciated.

Blue Gator Air Force 1

Its been years since I have got the woodburner out but it seemed about time to dust it off and give it a new run. The new customs feature a blue Croc print with contrasting graffiti midpanels and a silver swoosh. They are now available in the store in size10US only.

Sekure D x Globe first pictures

These are the first pictures of my official collaboration with Globe. For more info and a full write up you can check Sneaker Freaker. I am doing interviews as i type this so I only have to say that I am definately looking forward to their drop on Dec 1st though Europe, America and Australia.

I will say that these pictures are not the end of the story, there is many more features such as a custom box, inner sole features and iced sole with underlying graphics.

Scribble Air Force 1

These are my latest creations finished today. As I have previously mentioned I have been working on alot of projects which means I haven't had alot of material to post however I'm now finished most of those and they are gonna be released in the coming weeks.

I am now back into the swing of things and will have another pair of shoes released in a few days so check back soon.

In other news the Globe collaboration has been brought forward and will now release early December 08. News on this release as well as official pics will be out in a few days.

For some reason the blog hates these pictures and keeps messing up their quality. I will have the better quality pics on the website within the hour.

Regards

SBTG Bearbrick

Good looking bro!

Canvas previews

Been working on alot of canvas lately, its been a refreshing change.

Umm?

Sometimes shit turns up online and it makes you smile. This was one of those occasions. Yes these are my shoes, they were sold to a boutique in Miami last year I believe but these pics were just brought to my attention, figured I would post them so you can appreciate the serenity

Lack of posts!

Apologies for the lack of posts lately. Unlike before where I was working on numerous small jobs I am currently in the process of working on two big projects which means my output although the same cannot be posted until the release date. I will however have some new shoes in a few days as well as a preview for some canvas's.

Cheers to those of you who continue to drop in with the hope there is new stuff posted. You definately will not be dissapointed so hold in there.

Regards

ABC TV Collectors

I didn't realise this went up on the net, it is a feature on ABC TV's show Collectors on sneakers shot in Melbourne. It features the MTV Yo customs I did for myself and mate Nate as well as a very brief cameo by the Candy AF1 and Daylight Hallucination Lebron II Low. Shout out the the SF Crew!

Com Raid T's

Cheers Anthony, these new T's are absolutely nuts I will be rocking them all over the place. Go check out his stuff if you don't know. Link in the friends section on the right.

Format Interview

This month online magazine 'Format' is focusing on sneakers and Sekure D has a feature interview so be sure to drop in and check it out.

Facebook

It would appear Sekure D has at least for now jumped on the Facebook bandwagon to see what all the jazz is about. Click the image to go though to the page.
Regards

Graffik Air Max 90

These were done as an order. I am very fond of this new style and the way it looks, especially in person.

Sekure D x Globe

Tyrone Air Max 90

Happy 18th mate

Streething customs have arrived

I really liked these photos so thought I would put them up. Very happy you like them guys, for more photos and the write up check their website here. There will be 2 new pairs dropping in the next few days as well as some info on some big jobs and canvas art so keep dropping in.

Juxtapoz Blog

My favourite Art & Culture magazine 'Juxtapoz' has put a small feature about Sekure D up on their blog, you can check it here.

Myst Dunk Low

This is the newest pair of shoes to come out of the lab. The Myst Dunk Low is a 1 of a kind in size 10 US and is now available on the website. It features signature graffiti and splatter print and a Purple Haze / Black colourway. More pics on sekured.com

V&A Phone Pics

Thanks Grant for the pictures, much appreciated.

I know I haven't posted a new pair for a few weeks, been doing other bits and pieces. Some new stuff in a few days.

Decay Air Force 1 Low

These were done as a personal order for a friend of mine and I have to say I am very happy with the outcome. I know I know white / white base shoe but you work with what you have and there are still definately ways to make it work.

Qubic open new store 'Quarters'

Congratulations to my family over in New Zealand for opening their new store just two doors down from Qubic aptly titled 'Quarters'. This stores boasts an impressive range including Headporter, Soph, Uniform Experiment, Medicom & SillyThing just to name a few. So congrats to Frank, Ivy and all the Qubic crew, hopefully I can get over there to see ya soon.

Concrete Cobalt Stabs Banned in UK due to violence?

A recent article in 'The Times' explains that Nike is withdrawing the infamous retro 'Air Stab' from shelves due to an increase in knife attacks. There is a slightly humerous side to this horrible situation however, and that is that they used the 'Concrete Cobalt' Air Stab I painted with UHF of NZ in the article. Of all the stabs out there they use these, classic. Anyways here is a link to the article.

Exhibition: V&A ''Fashion Vs. Sport''

"This exhibition explores the creative connections between the two worlds of fashion and sport. Recent developments have seen an increasing number of collaborations and hybrids, from fashion designers producing collections with sportswear brands to sports personalities heading fashion campaigns or even designing their own collections. Fashion V Sport will reveal the complexities and tensions between the two industries."

Exhibitors include: Sekure D, I-Saw, Nash Money, Stella McCartney, Dr Romanelli, Jeremy Scott & Kim Jones

Details:

5 August 2008 - 4 January 2009

Victoria and Albert Museum

Cromwell Road

London SW7 2RL

Swamp Thing Dunk High

Here are the new ‘Swamp Thing’ customs based on the graphic novels by Alan Moore. Sometimes when painting a custom it takes on a life of its own and this was definitely one of those occasions. The amount of time, detail and planning required for this pair was not expected when I began them over a month ago. They break numerous standard custom conventions but if you look at them as a piece of ‘artwork’ rather then a “standard” shoe you would see on a shelf in a sneaker store then they make more sense atheistically.

This pair was done for myself and as such will not be for sale but will travel to a few different exhibitions so you guys can check them out in person because these photos do not really do them justice. Dates and exhibitions will be posted as they come up. There was a strong focus on the shadows of the vines and roots as well as the depth of ground behind the vines and flowers.

So without further delay here are the flicks.

Teaser: Swamp Thing

Skylight Air Max 87

Now available in the store.

In other news there will be info leaking soon on some big new jobs so keep dropping in for all the info regarding that.

Regards