Young creatives invited to design custom trainers in Ipswich
Professional sneaker artist Starline Customs and visual artist Benny Brown will mentor participants through creating their own unique footwear designs this month. Tickets are expected to sell fast so book while you can.
Brighten The Corners, CANVVS and the Ed Sheeran Foundation are hosting Rhythm + Sole, an immersive sneaker customisation workshop at St Stephen's Church on Saturday, 26 July.
The details: Two three-hour sessions will run from 12:00-15:00 and 15:30-18:30, each limited to 15 participants aged 11-18. Young people will customise their own trainers using BL_NK CANVVS sneakers and POSCA pens under expert guidance.
What to expect:
- Hands-on creativity sessions with different customisation techniques
- Industry insights about careers in streetwear and sneaker design
- Live demonstrations from professional artists
- Guest DJs creating an inspiring atmosphere
- Take-home customised trainers for every participant
What they're saying: The workshop addresses inequality in creative industry access. "We know that talent exists everywhere — but opportunity doesn't," organisers said. "Far too often, young people from underserved backgrounds don't have access to the resources, mentorship, and platforms needed to turn their creative passions into careers."
What's next: Registration is now open at brightenthecorners.co.uk/events/rhythm-and-sole. Updates are available on Instagram @brightenthecornersips and @canvvs.
The bottom line: This free workshop offers young creatives in Ipswich a rare opportunity to learn directly from industry professionals whilst developing practical skills in streetwear design.
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