Rapper Kendrick Lamar wearing the Black-Colorway
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UIBQ x NICEKICKS x ADIDAS

I had the pleasure of working on designs for a collaboration project between Adidas and two sneaker boutiques: Ubiq in Philly and Nicekicks down in Austin, Tx. It was an awesome experience. The challenge of a project like this one, is creating a design that reflects not only the brand that you are working with, but also reflects the story of the people who will be wearing our design. I aim to have a level authenticity in my design work so that it strikes an emotional cord with the viewer. With this project, I tap into the authenticity of each city (Philly and Austin) to create designs that would represent the city that inspired them, and the people they reflect.

Will Smith
Adidas Graphic Design Intern Portland, OR