Ant Kai is a Filipino-American artist and designer 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 Balmain, The North Face, Anta, Nike Diamond, Adidas, Dunkin’, Jarritos, Rit Dye, and others—delivering fresh perspective and artistry to every project.
For media coverage, features, and past collaborations, please see below.
MEDIANice Kicks Interview
Highsnobiety Interview
Hypebeast
Good Morning America
GQ
Complex 1 | 2
Sportskeeda
Sneaker Freaker
Page Six
HB's Best Customizers of '22
Upscale Magazine
COLLABORATIONS
Balmain for ATL Grand Opening
The North Face (Artist Spotlight)
Dunkin’ for Super Bowl Commercial
