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From Soles to Souls: How Al Baker Turned Jordans Into Art
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- Vegas Circle
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- Jan 16, 2026
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- 1941
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Summary
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you take a beloved sneaker, dissect it with surgical care, and present it like a museum specimen? We sat down with Al Baker, the artist behind Deadstock Anatomies, to unpack how an entomology display at home inspired a breakout art form that sneakerheads, athletes, and brands can’t stop talking about. From a carefully pared-back booth at ComplexCon to commissions for high-profile clients, Al shows us why restraint and intention can draw bigger crowds than fl...