This unique competition celebrates emerging talent.
The competition is an opportunity for creators to showcase their sneaker design skills on the Curry 1 Low FloTro. Dedicated to celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and storytelling, it’s your chance to turn a blank sneaker into a one-of-a-kind work of art.
This challenge shines a spotlight on the power of design to inspire, innovate, and push the boundaries of sneaker culture. Whether you’re a first-time customizer or a seasoned creator, this is your opportunity to have your work seen by top industry leaders and a worldwide audience.
Explore their work, celebrate their talent, and see the diversity of voices and ideas that make this group truly exceptional. This is where creativity meets recognition – and the world gets to meet the next generation of sneaker icons.
Simply submit your details, examples of previous work, and a short statement or video about why you want to be considered.
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1 of only 100 Creators will receive a customization package with Curry 1 Low FloTro sneakers.
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The Shortlisted 100 will design and paint the sneakers and will share their process on social media.
Judges select the Top 6 Finalists to showcase their work at the Finale. The winner receives $10,000 and will go on to collaborate to create their own limited edition sneaker.
- Verified 'Artist' on CANVVS - 1 year Free Membership on CANVVS- Sell Curry custom sneaker on Platform-Sell Pre-Orders of Design on Platform
- ‘Finalist’ Artist on CANVVS Verified - Lifetime Membership on CANVVS - Shared Content across CANVVS Platforms - Sell Curry custom sneaker on Platform - Sell Pre-Orders of Design on Platform
- ‘Winning’ Artist on CANVVS Verified- Lifetime Membership on CANVVS- Shared Content across CANVVS Platforms- Sell Custom Sneaker (1 of 1) on Platform- Sell Pre-Orders of Design on Platform- $10,000 and own sneaker drop
The winner receives a $10,000 design fee and their sneaker is released as a limited edition, sold on the CANVVS Platform to collectors worldwide.
All 100 shortlisted sneaker designs will be made available on the CANVVS platform for sale, on your free profile. This provides the opportunity for creators to realise a return on the value of the time invested in the competition process. Creators will also be able to take orders for their design to be made in sizes requested by customers.
CANVVS is the cultural champion of sneaker artists, customziers and makers. We curate iconic custom sneaker and sport shoe opportunities with national teams, leagues and superstars in sports, music and entertainment’s biggest global moments.
CANVVS has just launched the first dedicated digital platform for the legitimate supply, sale and promotion of custom sneakers and sport shoes.
CANVVS.com is a curated community of the greatest creators in the culture and a hotbed for emerging designers, artists and fashion leaders. The platform provides creators with the opportunity their work internationally and be discovered by brands, fans and customers from new audiences around the world.
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The finale brings together our Judges and the Top 6 nominated Creators, where the winner of the competition will be crowned. The event will be broadcast globally, giving creators a platform to showcase their designs, receive feedback from the judges, and celebrate their creativity on a worldwide stage. Good luck.
Four-time NBA Champion, Two-time NBA MVP
Stephen Curry is an American professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters in NBA history. Playing as a point guard for the Golden State Warriors, Curry revolutionized the game with his deep three-point shooting, quick release, and ability to stretch defenses far beyond the arc.
A two-time NBA Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016) – including the league’s first-ever unanimous MVP – Curry has led the Warriors to four NBA championships (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022). He is a 10-time NBA All-Star and the league’s all-time leader in career three-pointers made.
Off the court, Curry is a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and cultural icon. Through his Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, co-founded with his wife Ayesha, he supports education, nutrition, and physical activity for underserved children. He has also become a prominent figure in sports media, business ventures, and charitable initiatives, embodying leadership, humility, and innovation.
Custom Sneaker Artist and Designer
Daniel Gamache better known as “Mache” has become seen as pioneer in the custom sneaker world. With over 20 years of experience Mache has amassed a client list and a reputation that has become the prime example of what can be done through custom sneakers. Mache has worked with major brands such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Nike, adidas, WWE, NFL, MLB, NBA, new balance, and under armour to name a few. In 2020 Mache launched his own independent “Mache” sneaker brand where he has 4 original sneaker silhouettes including a model made for golf. Mache has been showing us for awhile now what is possible through sneakers.
Sneaker Designer & TV Host of Fresh Pair
Katty Customs is a renowned celebrity shoe customizer and innovator who has taken the world of custom sneakers by storm. She is based in Torrance, California, where she runs her flagship store that offers custom shoe designs for clients. Katty is widely recognized for her unique and artistic approach to customizing shoes that have attracted a wide range of clients, including celebrities. Katty is not only a talented customizer but also an innovator who has partnered with a paint company to develop her exclusive paint line. Her paint line offers a wide range of colors and shades that enable her to create unique and personalized designs for her clients. In addition to her custom shoe designs, Katty is also the co-host of the popular show Fresh Pair, alongside Grammy award-winning Just Blaze. The show features the career life stories of celebrities that are told through a pair of custom sneakers. Fresh Pair has gained a massive following, with the first season featuring a wide range of celebrity guests. Katty’s work has not gone unnoticed as she has partnered with mega companies and brands such as Microsoft Surface, Dunkaroos, Puma, Adidas, JD Sports/Finish Line, Overtime Paint Wars, MTV Wild n Out Sneaker Wars, and many more. Her custom designs have been featured globally, cementing her position as one of the leading celebrity shoe customizers in the world.
Overall, Katty Customs is a force to be reckoned with in the world of custom sneakers, and her unique approach to design and customization has set her apart from her peers. With her flagship store and her exclusive paint line, Katty continues to take the custom shoe industry by storm, and her work is in high demand globally.
Multi-Platinum Hip Hop Artist - Black Eyed Peas
Jaime Luis Gomez, better known by his stage name Taboo, is a Mexican-American and Native American rapper, singer, songwriter, actor and DJ, best known as a member of the hip hop group The Black Eyed Peas. In addition to being a multi-platinum American hip hop artist as well as a devoted husband and loving father to three sons and a daughter.
Artist
As a visual artist, photographer, and custom sneaker designer, my creations are all about self-expression, individuality, and true creativity. As the founder of Bold Movers, I believe that streetwear is more than just fashion — it’s an authentic cultural language through which we can tell stories and connect more deeply with ourselves. My work moves between art and everyday life — I create hand-painted sneakers, clothing, and accessories, and I also hold workshops where anyone can experience how a canvas or a shoe can become a personal message. For me, the core idea behind the Bold Movers mentality is that every unique piece has a longer life and greater value when it carries personal meaning — making fashion and art not just a form of self-expression, but a more mindful way of living. The goal of Bold Movers has always been the same: to build community, inspire others and create space for everyone to show their true colors. Be Bold. Be a Bold Mover.
David “DEZ” Zambrano was born in 1976 in Los Angeles, California, and raised in Northern Virginia near Washington, DC. His passion for art began after watching Beat Street and seeing graffiti along the Red Line while visiting his father. A self-taught artist, DEZ draws from life experiences, with graffiti deeply influencing his style. Known for his versatility, he works across mixed media—canvas, walls, cars, motorcycles, and fabric. His custom footwear gained wide recognition, but his true love remains the canvas. DEZ believes every piece reflects his passion, pain, and life, created not for trends but from the soul.
I am Javier Carabias, a Spanish artist who has been customising sneakers since 2019. I believe my style is quite unique because I love transforming sneakers into characters. I’m passionate about anime and comic designs, having grown up in the 90s and always admired the style and characters of that era. For me, the most important part of a custom piece is the design, and I always strive to make it the best it can be. I first started painting shoes to repair some of my own sneakers, but once I realised how amazing it felt, I couldn’t stop.
I’m a Mexican-American sneaker customizer born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida. My love for art and creating has always been a big part of who I am. Growing up as a minority, there weren’t many opportunities to freely explore creativity, which made finding my path as an artist a challenge. My parents migrated from Mexico to the U.S. chasing a better life, and that work ethic has always inspired me. As a kid, I admired sneakers from afar but couldn’t always afford them. That led me to thrifting—something my mom often did—which helped me discover retro sneakers to restore. Eventually, I started creating my own colorways and painting cartoon-style designs on shoes. Customizing sneakers became my way of expressing myself and turning my energy into something positive. It’s more than art—it’s a reflection of my story, my culture, and the grind it takes to bring ideas to life. What started small has grown into a passion I’m ready to share on a bigger stage.
Lili Cantero is a Paraguayan artist based in Miami whose work bridges sport, art, and storytelling. She transforms soccer balls, cleats, jerseys, and gloves into canvases that celebrate those who dare to dream and change the game. Her journey began with a brush and a vision: to turn the language of sport into one of hope and transformation. Her art has reached global stages, featured by FIFA, UEFA, FIBA, US Soccer, and Heineken. Each piece reflects her belief that sport is culture—a universal force that unites through emotion and story. In her project League of Changers, she honours athletes and dreamers whose impact goes beyond victory. Her vibrant colours and symbols invite us to play with intention and see creativity as a choice that can change the game.
From a young age, I was obsessed with creating. As a kid, I spent hours watching football and sketching boot designs and kits for real and imaginary teams. It was never just about the game but about the stories, pride, and sense of belonging behind it. That fascination with football culture became the foundation of how I see and create today. My work blends art, fashion, and storytelling, exploring where sport meets creativity and community. Whether painting on a discarded plastic bag or customising trainers, I aim to show how memory and emotion can be worn and how the ordinary can become personal. Every piece is hand-painted with patience and care, merging fine art techniques with streetwear sensibilities. Each creation is a love letter to community and a reminder that creativity lives not only in galleries but also on your feet, in your local, and in the stands.