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Art On Leather from Artist Karl
Leather Jacket Artwork Customer Commissions
Below are a few examples of some of the jackets I have painted over the years (all subject to copyright).
Prices start at £160 (minimum order). Portraits, detailed artwork and lettering attracts a higher rate - as that type of work takes longer to do. If you have some ideas but not a full design in mind, I can digitally put some compilations together for you with a cost guideline for the artwork.
At the moment I am only taking commissions from customers based in the UK - apologies to anyone overseas.
Contact me for further info and for a no obligation quote.
All P&P costs are covered by the customer.
Karl: 07775 782369 call 9am - 9pm or text anytime
 GizmoHave you got a nickname? |  MarillionFan Art Marillion Album Cover |  Babysitter v ZombiesA customer's own design, such a lot going on! Karl had fun painting this one. |
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 Cool Biker BabeVintage biker look - so sassy. Karl enjoys monochrome portraits. |  Billy FuryPortrait in colour - not all images from this era are in colour, most are black and white but Karl can colourise them - Fan Art |  Rhapsody AngelDesign by customer - artwork by Karl |
 Commission MeQuick guide on how to commission me. |  Buddy HollyBuddy with his painted signature and song title - Fan Art |  Wedding JacketsWhat would you have on yours to wear on your special day and forever? |
 Shane FentonComplete with Shane's painted signature - Fan Art |  Transilvanian HungerMonochrome Album cover - fan art. |  Remembrance ThemeAll Gave Some, Some Gave All. Lest We Forget - customer's own design. |
 Killing JokeKilling Joke Album cover - fan art. |  |  ElvisMonochrome artwork portrait of Elvis Presley. |
 USAAFBased on an original design, a customer's interpretation of 'Special Delivery' with a distressed finish. |  USAAFArtwork created on the front of the 'Special Delivery' jacket |  Prostate CancerCustomer raising awareness and fundraising for Prostate Cancer. |
 Bo Walton & Red AlertFantastic presents to each other for 33rd wedding anniversary. Happy days Lloyd and Mandy. |  Iron MaidenFan art commission based on image from Iron Maiden's Killers album where Eddie is looking spectacular! |  This is me!Catch me at a show - let me know if you want to meet up there. I am happy to provide no obligation quotes if you are thinking about having some artwork on your jacket or waistcoat. |
 Ace of SpadesAce of Spades artwork image licenced from 3D designer Vadim Burucenco painted by commission |  Rock and Roll!Rock and Roll silhouette |  Marilyn MansonMarilyn Manson portrait on leather jacket - fan art. |
 Jerry Lee LewisSuperb action capture of Jerry Lee Lewis. Monochrome art on a leather waistcoat. | |  Traci LordsTraci Lords - Not Of This Earth - cult movie. Fan art. |
 Leather ShoesI also paint on leather shoes - don't these look brilliant - designed by the customer for a special occasion at the Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake in 2019. |  LancasterLancaster plane with Sweet Lady nose art. Ghostly aircrew and a boxer dog included at customer's request. Very atmospheric. |  Polish PrincessArtwork commissioned by Magdalena's husband of his wife, 'The Polish Princess', painted on his jacket. Compilation idea by the customer. |
 TarotTarot card of the Magician created on a leather jacket. |  Lt Gay EllisLt Gay Ellis painted leather patch - the character is from a well known TV series UFO. |  Eight BallEight Ball reproduction of original jacket art of B17 with slight distressing to make it look a little worn - in keeping with the age of the jacket. |
 Country BoyBespoke compilation where Mustangs had the customer's and his wife's initials included as well as their desired nose-art. |  Close upClose up of artwork on Country Boy's jacket. |  Art On LeatherBespoke Artwork on your jacket, waistcoat, bag, boots or wall art. |
 RemembranceCommissioned gift for retired veteran who wears it with pride. |  The Cat's MeowThe Cat's Meow - simple design (created by the customer) resulting in a very simple yet striking image. |  Fan Art!Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps. A 5 portrait commission. |
 Moonmobile 3Moonmobile 3 and Lt Gay Ellis from TV series UFO. |  Iowa Reunion 2019Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & The Big Bopper created for the lead singer of the Baldy Holly Band. |  Rhapsody AngelDesign 100% created by the customer - true fan art! |
 Rhapsody AngelPatch on the front of a jacket. |  Twelve MonkeysThe pink/red eyes will glow in UV lighting! |  Aviation ThemeLoving this design the customer & Karl came up with, painted on an old jacket. |
|  Stray CatsStray Cats Fan Art at its best. |  Personal DesignThis special design was created for the customer who had a relevant trip to India in mind. |
 VintageArtwork added (female figure) to vintage jacket for customer in France |  Together (Nathan)Pair of commissioned jackets for Nathan & Monika's wedding 16.09.18. |  Forever (Monika)Commissioned artwork for Boda Skins Leathers' CEO & VPA September 2018 |
 Nick SteadDesigned between the customer and Karl for writer Nick Stead - Hybrid Series. |  Bettie II100% designed by the customer. |  Jon Bon JoviJon Bon Jovi Concept, idea and design by the customer as a secret surprise for his wife (who was over the moon and almost speechless!) |
 Zombies!!!!Something a bit different - what a great choice of artwork! | |  Bettie II DiverDesigned 100% by the customer. |
 Angel EyesThe very first painting I created on leather. It still looks as good today! |  3 jackets I have paintedWhat a day.... when my customers turned up on my stand at Art in the Pen Skipton for a surprise visit! |  New Model ArmyJacket for customer based in the Netherlands. Original NMA artwork by Joolz Denby |
 New Model ArmyJacket sleeve for customer based in the Netherlands. Original NMA artwork by Joolz Denby |  Eddie CochranPortrait of Eddie & his guitar finished off with his signature |  D-Day DollyReady for the customer for TankFest 2018 at The Tank Museum, Bovington in Dorset |
 Royal Marine - Never ForgetCommissioned by ex Royal Marine Bandsman in memory of his colleagues R.I.P. |  Guns N RosesCustomer Prague based and overseas. Fan Art at its best. Concept by the customer. Painted and then lightly distressed to give it an 'worn look'. | Art on LeatherBespoke Artwork on your jacket, waistcoat, bag, boots or wall art. |
 Lest We ForgetWe shall never forget. Commissioned Artwork. |  Moon Mobile 5Designed by the customer and copyright protected. |  Anti Nowhere LeagueLogo painted on leather waistcoat for a Big Fan! |
 Cliff & ElvisA great concept and design by the customer. |  The CureA secret present - with a very tight deadline. Robert Smith and The Cure album cover. |  Seeing Double???Identical jackets for brothers |
 Floral ThemesNature provides lots of inspiration and reference material |  Waistcoat with everything!For a man with many interests! When you like so many things but can't narrow it down - have them all!!! |  Angel in DistressDesigned by the customer. A huge fan of this genre who knew exactly what he wanted. Copyright protected. |
|  It Wasn't Me (sold)Jackets painted for kids, teens and adults |  Brotherly Love(Copyright protected) Painted on a Harley Davidson jacket the clasped handshake in memory of a brother lost. Designed by the customer. |
 TigerA striking image to get you noticed |  Ozzy WaistcoatThis waistcoat was a portfolio piece but has now sold. |  Angel's DelightDesigned by the customer. A huge fan of the Angels. Copyright protected. |
 SkullSkull waistcoat - was for sale, now sold. |  Bill HayleyFor a huge Bill Haley fan - an album cover of his choice with chrome effect lettering |  Buddy HollyWhat a great design by the customer who knew exactly what he wanted - for lead singer of'Baldy Holly Band' Click on image to see their link or go to www.thebaldyhollyband.com |
 Rock N Roll Heaven(Copyright protected) 6 Rock n Roll greats! For a man who knew what he wanted. Concept, idea and design by the customer. | |  The LookPortraits work well on leather |
 Waistcoat(Copyright protected) A one off piece - Concept idea by customer which I then designed. A few tweaks later and the above was created. |  Lady AliceThe Lady Alice is a very popular subject. Each painting is designed to the customer's own choosing and remains unique. |  Queens of the Stone AgeQueen of the Stone Age album cover. Simple design but very effective |
 RBLS RemembranceDesigned by customer and copyright protected. |  New Model ArmyBirthday surprise for a young lady who was not only thrilled with the jacket but even more thrilled that New Model Army 'liked' it on instagram. Praise indeed. |  HurricaneAn example of how an image and lettering can work together |
 Jessie James(Copyright protected) The customer had a 'wanted poster' in mind with the addition of words that were important to them. I created then painted the above design. |  Alberto VargasBased on artwork by pin up artist Alberto Vargas | Art on LeatherBespoke Artwork on your jacket, waistcoat, bag, boots or wall art. |
 Alien Band Rockabilly(Copyright protected) The customer wanted a Rockabilly, sci-fi, planet, music theme. I created then painted the above design which has so much going on! |  Bat Out Of HellThere has to be a Bat Out of Hell Album cover in this lot! |  Dark DesireCopyright Protected The artwork needed to match the style of the lady's motorcycle custom paintwork. |
 ElvisWhen a great friend of ours wanted something painting on his jacket - it was only ever going to be Elvis |  Lady AliceThe ever popular Lady Alice |  9 SRW Det 4A very specific commission compilation which was very enjoyable & challenging to do - it's not as simple as it looks. |
 Rear Tail GunnerThe owner of this jacket was part of a motorcycle chapter and always rides at the back. |  2 Wolves(Copyright protected) Can you see the 2 wolves? A simple yet very effective image created by Ulfhednar Sigil Tattoo Design by WolfKingVicious (permission was obtained to use the image for this jacket) |  Split PearlFor the lady drummer in a band...... keep on rockin' |
 TriumphThe customer wanted his jacket to look old, worn and very much lived in. (I think he took a grinder to it!) The logo therefore needed to be 'old style' and have a weathered look about it. |  Just JaneAn exact replica of the 'Just Jane' Nose Art was required by this customer. |  Lights OutA one off piece - Concept and design by the customer |
My own jacket
I love sci-fi and all the Alien movies so my compilation consisted of this theme. It took me months to decide on what I should paint yet now it is done, it seems the most obvious choice.
It is much admired! It looks as good today as the day I painted it.
Whilst I would not do the exact same image again, I would do something similar if anyone was interested in such a large full panel commission.
If you are interested in commissioning your own artwork on your own jacket or waistcoat, see the 'Commissions' page for details on how to start the ball rolling.
Or call Karl on 07775 782369 between 9am - 9pm also see www.artistkarl.com for further details.
Please note I cannot create artwork on suede leather jackets or faux leather jackets.
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