Sneakers · 2026 · Vans Old Skool (sourced by studio)
Midnight Koi
Ink-dark base, two koi circling the heel
hand-paintedcustom sneakersinktattoo-inspired
Hero shot
The story
Continuing an existing tattoo means matching someone else's linework — slower, more careful, and worth it. The koi wrap the heel so they only fully meet when the pair stands together.
Process
- 01Reference: client's forearm tattoo
- 02Digital mock on shoe template
- 03Base fade, navy to ink
- 04Koi linework in white, then colour
- 05Gold ripple accents
- 06Flexible sealant + water test
Before / after
Stock black Old Skool
before
Midnight Koi, sealed
after
Gallery
Hero shot
Heel koi detail
Ripple texture
Pair, top-down
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