How Kickstradomis Became the NBA’s Favorite Sneaker Artist

Salvador “Kickstradomis” Amezcua is at the top of the customs sneaker game, with sneakers seen all over the NBA, from the likes of Karl-Anthony Towns, James Harden and Damian Lillard.
But Kickstradomis' come-up hasn't been easy. After a 2016 car accident in left him with serious injuries, he started working in a warehouse and lost touch with many of the players he once worked with. But after one pair of his customs went viral he was able to turn custom-painted shoes from a hobby to a full-time career.
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Kickstradomis is back at the top of the custom sneaker game - dozens of the top NBA players wear his shoes in games, including players like James Harden, Damian Lillard, and Karl-Anthony Towns. But the come-up wasn't easy - an accident back in 2016 left him with serious injuries and a new set of obstacles to overcome. WATCH NEXT: Making a $10k Pair of Shoes from Scratch with the Shoe Surgeon - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a57CinmJmshkbck

[@lovebug4582]

VICE love this...so amazing!😎

[@qtexasbrumley]

VICE I like this guy! He deserves all his success and more. He’s a tough hombre 👍🏻.

[@jakedasnake7724]

This was great!!

[@vonbelleapparel5783]

VICE liquid kicks is the top of the game

[@vonbelleapparel5783]

Lkshoes.com

[@parths.4827]

Anybody seen the "BEWARE OF DOG" sign and expected a giant pitbull to show up and then seeing the cutest little puppy pop out?

[@kayilla6413]

that made me laugh

[@wtfcomments2585]

Beware you dont step on it

[@kickstradomis]

Parth Sharma haha yup gotta love my boy dex

[@S.T.A.550]

"BEWARE OF DOG" sign an then the way he opened the door and looked in like he was anticipating a big dog to come barrelling thru lmao

[@dean7807]

Lmao that's exactly what i thought

[@kickstradomis]

Thank you to Vice for havin me and thank you to all the people that support my career and all the haters, y’all are great too! Keep me buzzin!

[@Stranger66666]

you're killin it dude, keep sendin' it! \m/

[@steveparaiso5224]

Respect to you brother and God Bless to all of your hard work! 👏❤️👟

[@jakedasnake7724]

I love your work! This was great! Hey there! You can ignore this and that’s fine but I just recently started a streetwear/sneaker channel and I just dropped a new video! If you could leave your thoughts on it, that would be great! Thanks!

[@MrMusicbaby008]

Kickstradomis TV Just saw this and i was yup that my big bro!! Im proud of you sal keep it up and dream big🙏 luv yu

[@sweeetcalf]

Sick ass art on the shoes.

[@iamrichrocker]

he needs a better building with security..besides the dog sign..He has a fortune in sneakers..This young man is heck of a talent...

[@anotheryoutubeuser6255]

Ye

[@mitcholla]

was thinking the same thing.

[@micaskustomdzignz7169]

Right

[@shena1256]

Exactly my thoughts. I hate when no one takes into consideration that showing the homes or personal spaces is filmed with no thought of the person's safety.

[@jkdunk20001988]

Ya he's gonna be with all the big brands especially since players are rocking with him that's all he really needed

[@benjiboi1633]

Using the Nike logo as the blade of Jason’s weapon is so genius...

[@obinnaubah9045]

A true artist!

[@hotheadedgamers6949]

He creative af

[@jayriver1644]

Aww man I love these!

[@XFry333X]

Mans shot his shot and is grinding to keep his dreams alive. He's done more than most will ever do for themselves. Respect. 🤘

[@kickstradomis]

Felipe Revuelta appreciate that brother

[@jakedasnake7724]

True that! Hey there! You can ignore this and that’s fine but I just recently started a streetwear/sneaker channel and I just dropped a new video! If you could leave your thoughts on it, that would be great! Thanks!

[@boomerhgt]

Speak for yourself

[@YourPeeps]

This just proves you don't need to chase markets, you can create your own if you got the stuff

[@YourPeeps]

the market for custom painted name brand shoes for those athletes appears to be a market that he is creating for himself... its a niche

[@DanRaidersWarriorsSharksGiants]

He didnt create the market since custom cars has been in style for how long? If you make custom __________________ for rich people you can make money but it isnt creating your own market as they were already there.

[@LynchByInch]

if you have the talent.

[@chickentendiesaregr8946]

Your Peeps u sun balboa

[@Red4350]

" he is chasing markets. the market is black athletes" yeah cause if you're not in the NBA you're not allowed to buy this dudes shoes...only for NBA players lol

[@melxyx6022]

A partially color blind artist. Props

[@0H.N3T0]

I feel like that was the best part about it. We see everything the way he see's it

[@kysjustiny4782]

0:32 „BEWARE of DOG“ 0:39 a cute little puppy that pees himself because hes too excited over meeting new people

[@jukozai]

lmao ur name and profile pic what u got against a like god

[@jukozai]

lmao

[@nickymisquitta1508]

Justin Y. I used to imitate you but I have found my way

[@nickymisquitta1508]

Justin Y. Unlike others I do not hate you

[@justinf6378]

Lmao that username and profile pic tho

[@maximumdigital-9252]

Damn dude you’re trippin for showing that totally insecure shed just in your backyard full of shoes. Not even kidding, move that inventory.

[@kickstradomis]

Ross D haha moved to a new spot shortly after filming this

[@maximumdigital-9252]

Kickstradomis TV lol ok good!

[@jkdunk20001988]

Ya they filmed it kinda bogus but stacking his 💰 if you don't need a store front save the money. 9/10 if vice offered to do a video with anybody they gonna take that risk for exposure I know I would and if you don't personally know him how the hell you gonna find a shed not like they put 1257 w. 18th St Los Angeles CA

[@Issahbb]

He didnt show the protection dogs, or the 44.

[@jojob6703]

*SAVED TO GIVE TO THE PROPER AUTHORITIES FOR WHEN THE TIME COMES. BECAUSE NOW WE KNOW WHO IS GOING TO BE THE CULPRIT IN THIS IN THE FUTURE AND SO NOW THEY (THE POLICE) WILL ALSO HAVE THE PROPER EVIDENCE VIA THE SCREENSHOT OF THE PERPETRATOR ADMITTING SAID FUTURE CRIME PREMEDITATEDLY IN A COMMENT ON KZbin.*

[@fastfoodpitstops]

For a second I thought I was on Complex

[@9thfaerie]

Give him a show! That would be so cool to see players & other celebrities come to his shop with shoes they want customizes

[@kickstradomis]

Dominique W stay tuned droppin my show on complex soon

[@designpro5036]

SMH -------pay me

[@designpro5036]

stay blizzanck

[@acetaminophen7854]

I love creative people man, more power to him and wish him success!

[@acetaminophen7854]

Can you do what hes doing? I reckon you cant even paint

[@kickstradomis]

S u p r e m thank you!

[@Dasloth92]

Wow, dude makes sweet shoes. The jason ones, and the rick and morty ones are sick!

[@adrn0104]

1 i bruh why are you such a hater

[@nightwalker7212]

*BEWARE OF DOG* oh ok

[@jakedasnake7724]

Night Walker 😂😂😂 Hey there! You can ignore this and that’s fine but I just recently started a streetwear/sneaker channel and I just dropped a new video! If you could leave your thoughts on it, that would be great! Thanks!

[@metalfingaz7375]

oooo you're the first one that noticed that night walker, nice

[@not_wavyzz5746]

Puppy

[@MunchMusic]

yo the fact that he's color blind & had to train his mind to see colors differently is actually amazing. perseverance at its finest!

[@terryscott2632]

All he did was remember to read the color label instead of looking at the actual colors.

[@hasaniwhite6648]

Man i'm just now seeing your story and hearing about you. i also am loving customizing kicks and i like what you do for others. you are truly inspiring. It's a shame how people can treat others but that became a testament for you. you do it for the right reasons, I find that i can go all day just customizing because it's addictive. Continue reaching higher! big ups homie; you are amazing, i hope to touch peoples lives famous or not just as you have. We all are special and should support one another especially artist.

[@HeRoiiNgSuS]

I love the fact we've come so far that's possible for low key dudes like this who have major talent get the props they deserve.

[@MichaelJayValueInvesting]

That little shed probably has over $100 thousand dollars worth of shoes in it

[@christopherhuynh8566]

Make it like fort knox

[@simonlamontagne3894]

Dollars dollars

[@gstacks510]

Anybody know his address ?🤔

[@jackgordon1826]

You vastly overestimate how much those pairs are worth, the value wouldn’t be anywhere near that

[@BloxStarzLifestyle]

+Free Man Why would u want to rip off the small guy who just trying to make it doing what he loves in a little tiny micro shoe factory???

[@donovanmartinez-harrison3052]

😂 he has beware of dog sign but has a lil puppy

[@Harryread20]

A lot of respect, the work he does is truly incredible and inspiring!

[@najm696]

This man is creative!🔥🔥he seems cool af too

[@kingventour6268]

This is inspiring. Gotta respect the hustle. Good vibes.

[@kylesmall6064]

"It was just a wake up call. You can be doing so much more" Exactly!!! Thats my mindset everyday when I wake up each morning. Salute Kickstradomis for persevering tough times!!

[@chansecourtney7970]

Those Jason ones are dope

[@alexishernandez32]

There’s something missing in the title His Color Blind

[@maxmoovin]

I love your story man. Keep up the great work. I'm inspired.

[@robdeneen9632]

He deserves all the attention he’s getting. Nothing but respect.

[@Charlie-mm4wc]

I love these stories so cool . inspirational

[@pedromartinez865]

My man needs a small warehouse! for security

[@philg6757]

What a great story VICE. This young man has some serious skills,both in business and artistically. Great to hear a positive story about a young person.

[@MADK34]

Such a nice guy, he deserves all the popularity that comes his way. I wish him all the the best.

[@Prodlem]

so inspirational 🙏

[@myncp4729]

Wow.... Pure talent bro.... Keep up the good work man....

[@jacoblindeman6459]

Happy to see a good hard-working guy doing something he loves 👍👍👍

[@odettemariemoronez7977]

Salvador! Omg!! You are the man :-) I just came across your clip on KZbin and was curious and intrigued. So beautiful what you do and what you've created for other humans and the NBA guys. God bless you n can't wait to hear about your new store!!😉💞🙏 Kelso WA

[@cloudyrain2146]

Bless up ma brotha. I respect your hustle. After all that, you still following up with yo passion.

[@BeYeHoly33]

I'm inspired for real! Keep doing ya thing homie!

[@brandleeshadden5913]

Amazing story and what a wonderful talent you have. Keep it up.

[@fazazierwan2671]

Love his work amazing, fantastic, beautiful, gorgeous and simply astonishing

[@luckyc336]

Great story, I had a set back in life after minor success and went back to a regular job. Best thing in my life, made me realize my blessings and what I really wanted

[@Karizmatiktwmctv]

That’s my boy he worked at that warehouse job with me cool dude I’m glad to see that man do big things god bless sal 💯💯💯

[@Mark-yb1sp]

You are a good man. Respect and wish you the very best.

[@culiacanvideosoficial8972]

The Goat for custom kicks 💯

[@freshboss8262]

This guy is a real inspiration and an artist. Love your work my guy and maybe in the future you can customise a pair of football (soccer) boots for me.

[@ryangreenawalt4917]

Very inspirational though because it shows that you have to go through hard times to do what you love

[@malo_2139]

Great story!!!! Doing what you love ❤️!! I’m a sneaker head myself!! Shoutout to all the sneaker heads!!!!

[@FunDumb]

Great work!

[@daddapig5501]

Story’s heart touching

[@jburton413]

You keep doin you bro !! Good shit !!

[@tryingtomake9871]

You are brilliant

[@dtmt502]

Too bad the NBA is boring because of KD

[@chessmaster9202]

What gave it away, the Rick and Morty shoes?

[@chaelinpark6308]

Amazing artist! Aww, Dexter 🐶💕

[@josedelrio80]

Outstanding!!! Job homie

[@trulyfabulous01]

Dope yung man much talent, Positive use of god given talent. Peace love and success.

[@jodiepayne8197]

THAT'S SOME SICK ASS SKILLS YOU GOT PAINTING THOSE SHOES BIG PROPS TO YOU KEEP UP THE AWSOME WORK BRO GOD BLESS

[@Carlos-wf4dq]

This man paints custom sneakers for NBA players and is Colourblind. Mad Respect.

[@Kofi.86]

Nice bro u got a great vision and skill luv what u do that's awesome

[@reliablethreat23]

Amazing work! Those Jason ones with the bloody Nike logo/machete are sick!!!

[@kale715]

“I just see a white pair of shoes and start wondering what I can do with it” I have that same mindset just not for white shoes...

[@DanRaidersWarriorsSharksGiants]

White women?

[@immarreon3763]

White shirts

[@airstuff1874]

I’m happy for your success air brother!

[@pedrolobaina8809]

Man salute to you for bouncing back and not burning your bridges with Anthony! God blessings

[@shawnrobertson6707]

this mans seems humble af much respect

[@kennethroa6203]

The butterfly effect shoes is so 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 i would wear those everyday if i have one.

[@user-jq1ki8gd8g]

those are some of the coolest customs I’ve put my eyes on💯

[@BrockPageProductions]

Nice work man

[@NateRom343]

Love the Friday ones

[@guywade5413]

Blessings bro!!! Your shoes Rocks!!!

[@aderasaria9160]

tough moments always lead to great moments

[@JGallis]

I am very proud of this kid honestly good 4 him

[@mr.crickinyaneck8657]

Dude is sick especially that jason with nike blade amazing

[@benjiboi1633]

Damn... those Rick and Morty customs are legendary... I wish had em.... damn, I’m so jealous

[@niel022]

Your Job is Awesome bro!

[@melloLL4722]

Awesome talent. Kudos!

[@weloveaquariums8088]

i love your work nice shoes my boi!!!

[@mardonyopabloescobarsalvad6617]

Insane talent! Wow!

[@robbiedobson2291]

This guy is so good I need a pair of custom Liverpool FC ones doing sick shoes fella

[@TomateroJavi]

Amazing talent! Respect!

[@trentbulen3854]

Keep doing your thang man. Those Jason shoes are 🔥

[@daveblue4303]

Pure talent, I wish I could walk away from my warehouse job and do what I love doing.

[@victorlee5208]

Stay positive bro your doing a good thing! Your great at it and they look bad azz!

[@kostanj22]

homeboy can like get it

[@hunterwilliams7059]

He does a lot for my jazz team. Hope he goes far in his career.

[@daltonschannel8405]

This guy definitely has a special talent. Impressive to say the least.

[@thangboihangshing3906]

Man I just ❤️ what u did with dose snicker’s🤩😍

[@johnoxenham8080]

Cracked it! KAT sounds like a cool dude man but Kickstradomis art is killing it ALL HIS SHOES are AWESOME truly talented

[@akeemfarrell9030]

Good stuff mane

[@LifeWithJo_TV]

Proud of you pro!! Would love some customs

[@mariusfroidmont6164]

5:09 that sneakers are sick bro 😍😍

[@JohnMartinez-sm1sk]

Great story, great show painting

[@anthonyamaro6059]

Crazy to remember that a few years back Frank,Derek, you & I were on here trying to get our followers up. Frank with his comedy, Derek with his hispanic dad jokes, you with the custom kicks and me with singing. I’m glad everything is going well for you Sal ! - Wolftaildopeness

[@Ep1cxxPredat0r]

Dam Sal came a long way. I remember when he used to make dope designs for myspace backgrounds. Truly an artist.

[@reymachete8878]

Keep on grinding dude

[@pahtrickk]

Guess it’s true, Don’t let your dreams be dreams

[@kirubashankar7249]

I love how he uses sneakers as his canvas !!

[@Ron23604]

Not easy being creative , so respect

[@Ferrislilly]

Cool dude. Wish him the best

[@cindyrolle6476]

Talented young man.

[@ernieharris5264]

Good work

[@stonepaws1950]

inspiring guy

[@freddycugarjr]

Gd work playa... hope you get that shop!