Best shoe shine in Denver, ASMR, smooth operator

Jason Dornstar got his start shining shoes serendipitously one morning at the Denver International Airport while acting like he was an employee at one of the Executive Shine Stands. After this exhilarating experience and earning a quick 40 dollars, Jason went on to be an Art curator for a local brewery in Denver in his free time. A few years later, Jason was offered a full time position Shining Shoes at Nordstrom in South Denver Colorado. He was searching for references to learn from in the shoe shine community and found Mike Wilson on KZbin. Mike Wilson was shining shoes with such a classic and authentic approach to the art of the shine. While watching Mike Wilson pop his rags while Mike listened to jazzy funky beats in his office, Jason was inspired to make a shoe shine video of his own. After Jason created a few videos he soon ended up catching the attention of The O.G. Mike Wilson himself. The small but often cheeky rivalry was then born. Jason still considers Mike Wilson as the originator of shoe shine videos on KZbin and contributes most of his success to the inspiration he recieved from Mike Wilson.
After honing in on his skills as a professional shoe shiner, he was encouraged by his loyal following of subscribers on KZbin to continue creating these videos. A couple of years later, after traveling to Hong Kong to teach the Art of Shoe Shine to future business owners, he made a name for himself in the Global Shoe Shine Community by trailblazing his way top the top on social media. Jason continues to teach and inspire many new faces in the Shoe Shine Community while serenading the ASMR Community with the subtle sounds of the Shine.
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His vision is to make the world shine a little brighter while inspiring a few souls along the way.

[@terrancethompson939]

Enjoy watching you shine shoes even when I'm having a bad day I watch your videos to keep me chill it's like therapy lol.

[@JasonDornstar]

Thank you, Terrance!

[@arturomedrano4063]

Terrance Thompson yo igual, saludos desde México

[@perseohernandez755]

Increíble, pero esto es realmente relajante. Saludos

[@Ginoinny]

Love those shoes!! What does a shine like that cost?

[@cagpm535]

I see you’re videos at bedtime very relaxing

[@wildmansamurai3663]

I like the longer videos,.. Good work Jason!😎😎🍺🍺

[@scottadcock550]

the world needs more people like this. the pride and skill this guy has (not only this video, but with customers too) is inspiring.

[@surfing636]

Before you started, I said Nice Looking Shoes. Thanks for posting AE Park Ave Merlot in the description. I was shocked with how alive they became after working in the leather lotion. Top notch work & fun to watch!

[@WrikSen]

For public information, this is how you gain super stardom in shoe shining.. amazing work!!

[@MrYodaawilson]

Soo relaxing and a true stress releaser thanks

[@ToastedRose]

I'm in love with this camera angle.

[@eatingshow9335]

I just subscribed to your ch! It's the best asmr ch on the net! So soothing!

[@JasonDornstar]

Daaaamn! Thanks dude! I appreciate you!

[@daniellack3559]

This "close-up" camera angle is even better than the immediate previous one, if that is even possible!...You da man!

[@WhisperSonnet]

I'm totally obsessed with this channel.

[@chadbro1799]

Just out of curiosity, has business picked up with your growth on KZbin?

[@JasonDornstar]

It actually has. More recently I've been getting at least one new customer per week. Great question! Cheers!

[@shandacrowdis9469]

Fantastic!! These are so relaxing!

[@dkr7517]

Those are some cool shoes

[@shadowblade3971]

Just started watching a few shoe shine videos, Mr Jason is one of the coolest, smoothest operators! Lol

[@Rebelion884]

Nice work. Gretings from Poland!

[@rmayorgav]

Relaxing see this videos and motivational. I want my shoes shine like those. Regards.

[@lukasmakesmusictoooldtolea8122]

You're simply amazing! I wish I come across Denver one day! :D I'll bring along all the shoes I've got !

[@johnscala7870]

Very nice Job on the Red ones Jason! Did not realize how much goes in to shinning. Shoes with so many Polish products, brushes and the Shami!! Good on ya Mate!! Cheers!! Johnny. From GA.

[@greg6107]

Ya! Salvatore Ferragamo Remigio, Milano, Italy, loved it Jason

[@greg6107]

Oh, to complete, Brown Oxford Cap Toe!

Awesome vidd!

[@tayorzete]

gran trabajo! saludos desde España1

[@kennyjohnson1428]

Do you not have to wait for the shoe to dry after the saddle soap ?thanks

[@cdniracer]

good job

[@theactualdarthvader]

how to put me to sleep fast 101

[@larrykonowalchukva4lmk99]

Hi Jason. I've been watching most and if not all of your videos and just recently subscribed to your channel. This is finally a peak interest and a passion for a hobbie. Matter of fact, my wife just bought me a small starter kit for Christmas. Until I get better I need to start small then I'll upgrade. What is the product your using right at the begening? Love the suds and cleans well. Respect all the way from Winnipeg, Canada. Cheers.

[@jerrymaldonado9397]

Looking good....last week one of my kids watched one of your videos and experienced "a tingling sensation" and put him to zzzzz...true story CHEERS !

[@ccj525able]

Jerry Maldonado often referred to as ASMR

[@alanmorales7959]

The video is amaze. I must say though, I miss the white board.

[@DanNJ316]

Like mirrors!

[@STULProduction]

What brushes for shoes do you use? Interested in a large brush for applying foam on shoes; How is it called and where to buy it?

[@temukalomidze3926]

I don't understend those people who dislikes your videos

[@mazman8343]

Class act true pro all the best from Ireland 👍

[@corbenmatthews9890]

maz man i used to live in ireland when i was young. My grandparents own a supposedly "haunted" mansion built by a guy called robert sproule. The houses name is Kildevin

[@syedhussain1482]

jason you are the best my friend, perfectionist.

[@JasonDornstar]

Thank you, Syed! How are you?

[@syedhussain1482]

Jason Dornstar i am well .i have told my young to subscribe to your channel.She watches your posts too.You look ver handsome with your long hair.You are true person and not a bit fake and thats what i like about you.When can i call you? whats a good day for you? miss you.

[@syedhussain1482]

my young neice i meant.

[@aveuch]

He took the laces off 😱

[@JasonDornstar]

Just for you, Ray Finkle.

[@RodCast2012]

Jason Dornstar LOL!!! Laces out Ace!!

[@wildmansamurai3663]

😂

[@NoWay-vz9xw]

Nice shine bro. I always used either Kiwi or Lincoln wax.

[@austrianprepper5325]

what are you using for the sohle?

[@joshuacarrier1127]

I'm the tenth viewer. I feel privileged to watch this before everyone else :)

[@JasonDornstar]

You even got it before any advertisements were on there! Good job, friend!

[@moijavier9658]

best indeed

[@perseohernandez755]

LOL . I was almost sleeping and at the end I open my eyes and there was your close face.. you scare me !

[@JasonDornstar]

Sorry. Lol

[@frankgrimes3775]

He this may be a silly question.. But I notice you obviously clean the house of the shoe... What about the inside? I noticed with some of my shoes that the inside can get dirty as well ( not as bad as outside obviously) but I do give it some attention- also for the smell of some leathers... Just curious do you do that as well

[@alanflanagan4983]

These are pleasant in some weird way

[@hawk362]

Thanks for your videos bro! Which product can I use to clean, shine and keep my shoes in good condition?

[@se7515]

If my shoes were there, they would benefit from it oh so much.

[@farhatbdhj]

what is that you have the thing installed on a wall?

[@sedationsounds7713]

omg someone give this guy money to get a directional mic setup @_@ pls

[@MrBtitM]

Amazing video as always. May I ask why some show you take the lace out and some don't? Does it have something to do with the type of shoe?

[@JasonDornstar]

If the tips of the laces are frayed or broken, it makes it darn near impossible to relace them without replacing the laces with new ones. Other times, I'm just either lazy or pressed for time and don't want to spend another 5 minutes on the shoes. Cheers!

[@MrBtitM]

Nice! Thanks for the knowledge!!

[@MrJetanoDemus]

you have made me want to clean all 15 pairs of dress shoes I have one questions what are you using to clean them what type of soap and water mix is that thank you

[@tarbyonlineful]

MrJetanoDemus he uses angelus saddle soap

[@zellybean3187]

Can you put mics inside the shoe or somewhere in your wrists! It's gonna be good!! Cheers

[@gioramos869]

gran vídeo amigo, un saludo, sigue asi

[@mikethechinesebandit]

What is the clear edge dressing you used on the shoes on last weeks previous episode? Thanks!

[@JasonDornstar]

It's a silicone liquid from Angelus Brand. I like to use it on rubber and polyurethane soles. But it call also be used on some leathers as a waterproofing agent. You can find it here... angelusdirect.refr.cc/WJGZ67Q Cheers!

[@markjedi5158]

Great video you need to do my shoes!!

[@JohnSTL68]

Where do you purchase the shoe holders that mount to the wall?

[@PotatoesGottaPotate]

We will give them loves

[@maniac5280]

Can my sandals also shine jesus?

[@popelgruner595]

@@m.altintop38 Who cares?

[@NoWay-vz9xw]

Once a year I would strip my boots down to the leather and re-dye them black and scrape all the old heel and sole dressing off. And start a new base coat of wax. It would take a few days, but dang my boots where so shiny you could see yourself, NO exaggeration. I love my boots to shine.

[@a.m.m.4592]

Jason, you only charge $2.50 a shine? You have to increase that price to atleast $5. Im this vid, you shined a $395 pair of shoes. The customer will pay $5. I think you're worth it.

[@JasonDornstar]

It's out of my control. It's a nordstrom thing.

[@perseohernandez755]

Unfurtunely in Mexico the shine cost is about .80 Cents of dollar.

[@a.m.m.4592]

Jason, is this because your rent is free? If so, easier to understand.

[@JasonDornstar]

Yup, they pay me minimum wage and buy most of my supplies.

[@tjaxe]

Your vids are the best out there! Love 'em! One question I hope you won't mind answering; what brand of shine cloth do you use? I've tried different ones but they seem to fray at the edges. Thanks so much!!!

[@JasonDornstar]

I like a nice micro fiber chamois cloth [don't know where you can get em]... I also like the chamois cloths from Angelus. I hope that helps.

[@tjaxe]

Thank you!!

[@jonkomatsu8192]

Oooh, oooh, a "noin!" Naw, ten, ten all the way!

[@JasonDornstar]

#sourshoes

[@Bladesmobile]

These go to 11

[@Timhat]

What is your favorite brand of shoe to work on and to wear?

[@brandonmccartney1198]

I'm a kiwi guy myself. thanks to the army.

[@minty448]

Brandon McCartney same for me in the police,what was so good about kiwi and not cherry blossom?

[@jorgevega238]

Sure are smooth

[@shnill]

noine! a fellow stern fan

[@JasonDornstar]

I was wondering when someone would catch that. Maybe it took listening to it on your Sonos stereo where it sounds like Voinyl! Lol!

[@shnill]

that's right bothss - i love my sonos , and avion tequila.

[@JasonDornstar]

shnill I should a video completely in Gary's accent... or try to get Sour Shoes to do a guest caller appearance.

[@shnill]

hahahaa yes!

[@레피온-x3h]

계속 보게되는 중독 영상...

[@denverbasshead]

Your in Denver?

[@ruudsuryadiputera]

Why u use just one brush ?

[@JasonDornstar]

Because I only designated one brush for this color. We rarely see this color anymore.

[@salpanahi]

Are those oxblood? They really look nice and reddish!

[@jayhallman6666]

Sal Panahi Merlot

[@nicholaspretel2637]

I like my shoes like my wine...Merlot.

[@johnlozinger2195]

Nicholas Pretel and I like my women the way I like my coffee. Without a penis.

[@Madmuttonbird]

Legend what type of polishing cloth do you use ?

[@JasonDornstar]

I use the microfiber cloth (edgeless 365 from *THE RAG COMPANY* ) for buffing, and I get my buffing cloths from shoecaresupplies.com, then I use a nylon stalking sometimes as well.

[@AndyGinny1]

Are they Allen Edmonds Fifth Avenue?

[@jayhallman6666]

Andrew McGuinness Park Avenue

[@DAVID-sg7yw]

JD what is your all time no 1 movie

[@JasonDornstar]

Fight Club for sure, but I'm not supposed to talk about it.

[@DAVID-sg7yw]

Indeed

[@Bladesmobile]

Jason Dornstar 😂😂😂

[@stonedfish99]

What shoes are they? cant seem to track them down haha

[@JasonDornstar]

www.allenedmonds.com/shoes/mens-shoes/oxford-derby-shoes/park-avenue-cap-toe-oxford/SF270.html

[@stonedfish99]

Legend. Added to cart AHAHAHA

[@atrider84]

Noine noine noine noine noine. #ProfessionalLife

[@JasonDornstar]

Hahaha! The Mets lost the world series, but they gained the experience... my professional life is a noine, but my personal life is about a 2. LMAO!

[@masterofsales7655]

Jason Dornstar Hello hello

[@rferreyra10]

baba booey!!

[@se7515]

M M M M Marriage

[@maniac5280]

Is it actually a "good" business? like does it really pay out that well to shine shoes? I can't imagine that there are many people that want shiny shoes😂

[@migui8850]

oxblood or merlot?

[@JasonDornstar]

Actually, it's an older and slightly lighter colored Merlot AE park Ave. I used the Merlot cream polish by AE, then topped it off with "red/oxblood" wax by Angelus. I think that it gives it a nice ruby finish. Check out the before and after pic on my instagram @dornstarshines Cheers!

[@migui8850]

I see, great job man they turned out awesome.

[@bigwill801]

weird. your vid didn't show up on my subscription list... weird things going on with the mobile app. 😒

[@captainnemo190]

Missed a bit😀

[@sunnyvalejedi]

Is this an underground shoe polishing sweat shop? Brush once if you need police, twice for an ambulance.

[@JasonDornstar]

Sum Ting Wong.

[@arqroch]

this view side is ok

[@jjhawley1]

hi buddy

[@JasonDornstar]

Hi JJ!

[@peraperic8775]

You can look under skirts in these 😉

[@datsniggawater]

helpful hint: you should have some words pop on telling us what your using ...step by step