Drawings for T-shirts that matter
When people search for drawings for T-shirts, they’re often looking for something original. Something personal. At Face This, we take this idea further. Our T-shirts are based on actual drawings made by school children in Indonesia. Each drawing is filled with their imagination, dreams, and the world as they see it.
We pair these drawings with the creativity of renowned (street) artists from around the globe. The result? A T-shirt that blends two perspectives — a child’s view of the world, and an artist’s response to it.
How it works: from drawing to T-shirt design
We believe in co-creation. Here’s how our T-shirts come to life:
- A child draws what matters to them — their favorite animal, their home, or something that makes them happy.
- An artist adds their own style — creating a collaborative artwork that respects and elevates the original drawing.
- The drawing becomes a T-shirt — printed on premium quality cotton and ready to wear with pride.
These aren't just illustrations. They’re collaborations across continents. Each T-shirt with a drawing carries a story worth sharing.
Jamie Browne x Gia (12): Jack Black’s favo Face This T-shirt
In 2019, Australian artist Jamie Browne, renowned for his work with Volcom, collaborated with 12-year-old Gia from Lombok to design a unique T-shirt for Face This. Gia's drawing depicted a heartfelt scene of her and her brother surfing together, an activity they both cherish. Jamie was particularly drawn to the charming characters in her artwork and aimed to honor her vision while infusing his own style. This collaboration not only produced a distinctive T-shirt but also contributed to the renovation of Gia's school, which had been severely damaged by the 2018 earthquakes. The design gained significant attention when actor Jack Black wore the T-shirt, amplifying its reach and impact. Check this video to learn more about this collab:
Meet the artists behind the T-shirt designs
At Face This, we team up with internationally acclaimed artists who turn children’s drawings into powerful T-shirt designs. Each artist brings their own visual universe to the collaboration — while keeping the child’s original expression at heart. Australian artist Liv Lee reimagines kids’ drawings with her signature botanical forms and playful compositions. Petra Eriksson, a Swedish illustrator known for her bold use of color and graphic shapes, adds a vibrant twist to each design she touches. Alex Proba, originally from Germany and now based in New York, blends abstraction and emotion to create expressive, story-driven designs. And Yeye Weller, the German pop-art illustrator, injects a dose of humor, boldness, and joy into every piece he co-creates.
These artists don’t just design T-shirts — they co-create with children, amplifying their creativity and turning imagination into something you can wear and support.
Why these T-shirts with drawings make a difference
Behind every T-shirt is a powerful purpose. 100% of the proceeds from Face This shirts go back to the school of the child who made the original drawing. That means:
- Better classrooms
- School supplies
- Teacher support
- A brighter future
So when you wear a T-shirt with a drawing from Face This, you’re not just expressing your style — you’re making education more accessible for kids who deserve the best shot at life. Check out the impact Face This has had so far.
FAQs: T-Shirts with drawings
Where do the drawings come from?
From schoolchildren in Indonesia, who participate in Face This workshops. They draw what’s meaningful to them — often joyful scenes from their daily life. We’ve done drawing sessions at schools on Lombok, Java and Flores. And we have helped all these schools improve.
Do the kids work with the artists directly?
We always share the child’s story and drawing with the artist, who then creates a design that stays true to the original. It’s a long-distance collaboration rooted in respect and inspiration.
How does buying a shirt help?
All proceeds go directly to school projects that benefit the children — from new buildings to classroom supplies and extracurricular programs.