# From Soles to Souls: How Al Baker Turned Jordans Into Art

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Podcast: [Vegas Circle](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vegas-circle-1011729)
Published: 2026-01-16T17:00:00+00:00
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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...

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