Converse and San Francisco-based retailer ShoeBiz launch the Chuck Taylor All Star City Collection, featuring artwork by local artists Alán González and Kris Mestizo.
The collection celebrates the iconic sites of San Francisco with original artwork inspired by and reflective of the city’s heritage and lifestyle. ShoeBiz has agreed to donate 100% of the project earnings and proceeds towards Youth Against Poverty and Compass Family Services. The profits of these shoes will directly support and help stabilize a deserving family in need.
The Chuck Taylor All Star City collection launches on September 1 at the ShoeBiz Dino Store located at 1553 Haight Street at 11am. The collection is available in unisex sizes 3-13 at ShoeBiz locations across San Francisco and online at www.shoebizsf.com.
About the Artists
Alán González, a California native, grew up along the coasts of Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. Today he resides in San Francisco and continues to explore assorted elements in the art world, working with various mediums including ceramics, printmaking, screen-printing, sculpture, graphic design, video, web design and photography. “It is a beautiful and fulfilling feeling to give and help someone with my work and passion,” says González. “I am pleased and honored to be able to collaborate with Converse and give back to those less fortunate.” Kris Mestizo was introduced to the art world through his father Michael Nieto at the young age of 5. Growing up in San Francisco, he found inspiration for his work through the art, architecture and colors seen throughout the city. “Designing is a passion of mine and I plan to continue to pursue it and sharpen my skills overtime,” says Mestizo. “Projects like this one with Converse is the kind of support that gives us the drive we as artists need to survive.”
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