Ant Kai is a Filipino-American artist based in Seattle, WA, best known for his custom sneakers that merge culture, craftsmanship, and storytelling. A self-taught artist, Ant Kai draws inspiration from a diverse range of influences including traditional Asian techniques, pop culture, and more to create unique pieces that blend artistic vision with functional design.
Since becoming a full-time artist in 2020, Ant Kai’s work has quickly gained recognition, worn by talents such as Michael B. Jordan, Kyrie Irving, Tom Brady, Daniel Arsham, Ken Griffey Jr., Ben Affleck, Max Holloway, and more. His growing list of brand collaborations includes the UFC, Balmain, NFL, The North Face, Anta, Nike Diamond, Adidas, Toyota, Dunkin’, Jarritos, Rit Dye, and others delivering a fresh perspective and artistry to every project.
For media coverage, features, and past collaborations, please see below.
NFL My Cause My Cleats
The Feels x Puma
Grovemade
Adidas Sportswear China
Rit Dye
Axel Arigato
Nice Kicks
Highsnobiety
Hypebeast
Good Morning America
