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Josephine Rais’ recent collaboration with Foot Locker has cemented her reputation for bringing sneakers to life, so much so they appear to almost step off the canvas.
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Keeping Foot Locker customers on their toes, the Berlin-based artist played with perception and combined sun-drenched shades with puckish poses – producing a series of illustrations with a kicked-back, captivating attitude.
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Adorning the walls and windows of the shoe retailer, Josephine’s distinctive illustrations are a reminder of her talent for capturing a chilled mood, infused with a street spirit.
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With one foot in the creative world and the other in the commercial space, it’s no surprise Josephine counts world-famous brands, including adidas, Samsung and LinkedIn, among her clients.
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