Visual Concept: The project draws direct inspiration from the visual language of the early 2000s, specifically the Frutiger Metro aesthetic. The creative process began by transforming a photograph of my cat - Kiri - into a high-contrast stencil art graphic.
I developed a comprehensive layout scheme within GIMP to analyze how the composition aligns with the shoe's seams and responds to the movement of the foot.
The design was meticulously transferred onto the leather surface using professional-grade tools, with a strict focus on line precision and fine detail. To complete the aesthetic, I customized the footwear with new laces and a Y2K-style charm, reinforcing the project’s early-2000s inspiration.