Photograph by @i_amkhris
Major League Soccer
Custom Jersey Artwork & Branded Content
In March 2022, Major League Soccer partnered with Wakasi to conceptualize, design, and hand-paint two one-of-a-kind jerseys for the LA rivalry match known as El Tráfico.
Both featured players (Chicharito and Carlos Vela) shared roots in Mexico, and the vision was to honor their cultural heritage and connection to their respective clubs through bold, symbolic design.
As a former Division 1 athlete, Wakasi drew on years of experience in the sport to craft designs that captured the emotional and unifying power of soccer—highlighting the bonds between players, fans, and culture.
Deliverables:
• 2 Custom Hand-Painted Jerseys
• Process Photos & Videos
• Concept Development & Creative Direction
• 2 Custom Hand-Painted Jerseys
• Process Photos & Videos
• Concept Development & Creative Direction
Timeline & Value:
2-week turnaround
$2,000 (Concept to Completion)
2-week turnaround
$2,000 (Concept to Completion)
LAFC Design Mock-Up
LA Galaxy Mock-Up
Firefly Bio
Custom Signage, Merchandise Design & Branded Content
Overview:
Firefly Bio, a cancer-fighting biotech company based in the Bay Area, approached Wakasi to design a custom artwork that reflected their mission and inspired excellence within their team. The vision was to create a visual centerpiece for their headquarters—one that fused science, innovation, and human connection.
Firefly Bio, a cancer-fighting biotech company based in the Bay Area, approached Wakasi to design a custom artwork that reflected their mission and inspired excellence within their team. The vision was to create a visual centerpiece for their headquarters—one that fused science, innovation, and human connection.
From initial sketches to installation, Wakasi handled the entire creative process, crafting a powerful piece that aligns with the company’s identity and internal culture.
Deliverables:
• Custom Art Sign
• Branded Merchandise Design
• Process Video & Photo Content for Internal/External Use
• Custom Art Sign
• Branded Merchandise Design
• Process Video & Photo Content for Internal/External Use
Value:
$5,000 (Design, fabrication & installation)
$5,000 (Design, fabrication & installation)
Design Mock-Up
Oakland Roots SC
Custom Jersey Artwork & Auction Piece
Through a connection with former Oakland Roots player and longtime friend Max Ornstil, Wakasi was introduced to club co-founder Edreece Arghandiwal for a special collaboration celebrating the team’s end-of-season event. The club commissioned a custom-painted jersey to be featured at their annual celebration and auctioned as a centerpiece artwork.
Inspired by the club’s deep community roots and purpose-driven ethos, the final piece fused street art, soccer culture, and symbolism unique to the Oakland Roots identity.
Deliverables:
• 1 Custom Hand-Painted Jersey
• Concept Design & Creative Direction
• Process Photography for Event & Archival Use
• 1 Custom Hand-Painted Jersey
• Concept Design & Creative Direction
• Process Photography for Event & Archival Use
Result & Value:
Auctioned for $3,000 at End-of-Season Event
Commissioned by Oakland Roots SC
Auctioned for $3,000 at End-of-Season Event
Commissioned by Oakland Roots SC
Design Mock-Up
Crystal Head Vodka
Other Branded Artwork
