ARMADA X OYUKI

KODAMA ARV JJ - COLLABORATION

BRIEF

Working closely with the team at Oyuki, I was given a Kodama theme as the foundation for this graphic. From there, the focus shifted to designing a composition that visually translates on a pair of skis. Skis are a tricky format to work with, given the amount of “dead space” between the bindings, so the artwork has to hold its weight both as a full piece and on the snow.

OUTCOME

A minimalistic layout that carries the Kodama narrative and showcases Oyuki’s brand story. The design balances simplicity with character, making it appealing to a wide audience.

APPLICATION

ARV JJ-UL Armada ski

CLIENT

OYUKI brand logo
ARV JJ-UL skis featuring Mike Shankster’s Kodama illustration held upright in a snowy forest.
Close-up of a ski boot on the ARV JJ-UL featuring Mike Shankster’s Kodama illustration in fresh snow.
Close-up of the OYUKI x Armada logo and Mike Shankster signature on the ARV JJ-UL ski.
Close-up of the tree spirit illustration on the ARV JJ-UL ski against a snowy tree.
Skier riding through deep powder with only their goggles and orange ski tips visible in heavy snow.
Person standing on a snowy road holding ARV JJ-UL skis featuring Mike Shankster’s Kodama artwork.