My Story

The story of my shoemaking journey will be revealed in the "Thoughts & Prayers" section over time. It's certainly unique and surprising. My first major client was one of the world's most renowned shoe collectors. It was a daring assignment, as befits me, so I didn't compromise.

The result was so great that Justin FitzPatrick decided to ask me for additional text and photos to publish on his blog, The Shoe Snob Blog. From that moment on, everything unfolded as I had envisioned. A great start, really!

Later, I took a position at one of the best and oldest bespoke shoe shops in Poland. I still work there full-time as a bottom maker. This proved to be a fantastic experience, as I significantly honed my skills, gaining additional experience and completing a professional training course in Warsaw.

I know many secrets of the traditional Polish shoemaking school now. At the same time, I discovered my own style, which is so characteristic to my current work. That's why my pairs aren't even branded in any way. I am sure that my works will speak for themselves to future generations of lovers of good custom-made shoes.

I am a bespoke-only shoe & last maker, living and working in Tricity, Poland. For ten years, I traveled the world, finally landing in the city where I was born. It was an extraordinary journey, symbolically defining who I am today. (Photo by author)

I’m a man of many passions. I like to take pictures of my works and talk to other photographers. Photography is something I’m really into and you’ll see a lot more of my own shots on this site in the future. Throughout my life I’m interested in writing. I’m in full control here.

How it works?

A little bit about services and my work philosophy.

I only buy leather directly from tanneries. I use Polish, French, and Italian leathers. I most often order directly from the MARYAM tannery because they offer to produce individual hides to my own specifications. This adds an extra layer of customization.
So far, it works like this: we talk, we share, we consult. I work with shoe collectors from all around the world via the Internet. You send me your measurements sheet and I do all the rest. I guarantee the perfect fit, for I will send you as many fitting pairs as it takes to get there. At the same time, my fitting pairs are fully constructed shoes, so usually you’ll get two pairs within a single order from me.
A pair of custom-made shoe lasts. A pair of lasted shoe trees. A fitting and final pairs. A custom-made wooden shoe box. Unique shoe bags, handcrafted by me, that reflect the unique character of your pair of shoes. A coffee table album with my own writing and photos, documenting the entire shoe-making process.

I specialize in original designs.

My favorite way to organize my work is when the client entrusts me with the entire design and production process. As a designer, I define my style and place in the bespoke market as a craftsman who loves working with the client, not for the client. This is key to understanding my modus operandi. Furthermore, I will never take on a project I simply don't like. I prioritize quality over quantity.

I do all the work myself. From start to finish.

This method ensures the best results. Having one person do all the work is a huge advantage. I appreciate individual work even more after nearly three years of teamwork experience in Warsaw. Nothing compares to the privilege of making a shoe last, then designing and crafting a shoe upper, using the same hands and mind. My workshop is led by one person for whom professional work is a passion and the meaning of life.