Abstract: The Art of Design | Tinker Hatfield: Footwear Design | FULL EPISODE | Netflix

Step inside the minds of the most innovative designers in a variety of disciplines and learn how design impacts every aspect of life.

In this episode: Tinker Hatfield's background in architecture and athletics sparked his game-changing shoe designs for Nike, including the iconic Air Jordan series.

US Rating: TV-14; May not be suitable for ages 14 and under.

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Abstract: The Art of Design | Tinker Hatfield: Footwear Design | FULL EPISODE | Netflix

[KeyboardWarrior]

I love his lifestyle, no fancy expensive cars, no designer outfits or giant flashy mansion; just an old classic Volkswagen van, the fedora and a small yet really nice house. This man is a legend

[jupitired]

this man is a genius, I had no idea so much effort goes into designing shoes

[Cody-tknw]

Don’t know why I’m watching this here like I don’t have Netflix

[OM-etqj]

Without him, Nike and MJ wouldn't be this kind of rich. The real GOAT is Tink.

[martybyrde]

40:18 "If people don't either love or hate your work, you just haven't done all that much" As someone in the design industry this quote means a lot. Thank you tink!

[ThompterSHunson]

Kudos to Netflix for giving free material to the people in these times of need. Respect! Not like those HBO leaches.

[johnsketcher]

This guy is the total package: artistic, creative, imaginative, athletic and intelligent. Also very cool.

[timothysichone]

It’s really crazy how this man is worth 25 million dollars and the company he practically saved is worth billions

[sxtipo]

His name, "Tinker", suits his personality very well. A designer, problem-solver, and innovator.

[RainMaker]

"If people don't love or hate your work, you just haven't done much."

Will make a poster of that and regularly remind myself of that.

[IAmInfinitus]

I never tire myself watching this repeatedly. And I cannot thank this guy enough.


Up until this year, I grew up wanting to become an artist but my dad wanted me to become an engineer. My dad was also the very athletic type, and I grew up not being interested in sports. At the time, I didn't think there was a person who was both an athlete and artist at the same time until I read up Tinker Hatfield's story and his designwork with Nike over the years. As someone working towards a BA in Arts at my local university here in Tulsa at ORU and a runner for life, from the bottom of my heart:

Thank you for still being around to teach young guys like me who strive to become problem-solvers around the world.

I hope to meet you someday, Tinker.

[dannygonzalez]

My son is super into sneakers and their designs. He's been drawing shoes for about a year and a half so I thought this video in my recommended was serendipitous. I hope he looks back on today in his future where he hopefully gets to do what he loves.

[Izzy_shelto]

Tinker: “I felt like I was done designing Jordan’s”

MJ: “So I took it personal”

[elijahwilliams]

I respect this man for everything he has ever done for the sneaker culture thank you

[tenchhofaiyongsawa]

That part where he was talking about jordan 15 and he was tryna hold back he's tears damn I felt that

[whyfi]

The amount of sneakers/trainers this dude has come up with that I absolutely love is crazy. Tinker has some serious talent that I'm thankful for every single time I rock my Jordans. Top fella

[Negilrjr]

When I watch films like this I just get so inspired and motivated to be a better human being. Tinker is such a humble person and I’m glad he had a successful career and was able to make Michael look good on the court and create the shoes we all love !

[angelo.florescu]

Air max 1 - the shoe that I could easily wear for the rest of my life. Thank you Tinker Hatfield!

[conradbo]

His designs literally changed the world.

[chm]

Fascinating. I had no idea just how much work goes into making a shoe, but also the hysteria surrounding them. It was really interesting to listen to what Tinker had to say, and the inspirations he draws from. I really enjoyed this documentary.