A vibrant collision of street culture and spiritual symbolism, artist Lavinia Solano redefines sneaker art with this 8-pound concrete Nike SB Dunka non-wearable masterpiece radiating bold energy. Part of the groundbreaking Solid Kicks” exhibit, this piece transforms the iconic silhouette into a tactile object of reverence, blending urban edge with Latin soul.

BENDICIN” Heel Tab: The rear flashes this powerful Spanish blessing (meaning “blessing”) in raw, hand-painted concretea testament to heritage and resilience.
Gum Sole Contrast: The classic oxidized gum-sole tone peeks beneath the concrete, a nostalgic wink to sneaker culture amidst the industrial medium.
Explosion of Color: Neon pinks, turquoise, and sunbeam yellows clash defiantly against the concretes grit, mirroring the tension between struggle and joy.
Tactile Texture: Cracks and imperfections in the material are preserved, celebrating the beauty in roughnessmuch like the streets that birthed sneaker culture.

Material: High-density concrete with acrylic pigments + sealant.
– Weight: 8 lbs (3.6 kg)a literal heavyweight in art and meaning.
-Non-Functional: Purely sculptural; a shrine to sneakerhead devotion.

Solanos work often explores identity and spirituality through urban lenses. Here, the Dunk becomes a sacred relicprayer and play fused in concrete. The gum sole grounds it in nostalgia, while “BENDICIN” elevates it into a talisman.

For Those Who:
– Collect provocative sneaker art.
– Seek Latin-forward contemporary pieces.
– Crave conversation-stopping decor with soul.

Solid Kicks” isnt just about shoesits about legacy. And this ones blessed.*

The Solid Kicks Project merges streetwear culture, community artistry, and philanthropy. The ultimate goal? To sell these custom sneaker artworks and donate the proceeds to a worthy cause. This is more than a projectits a celebration of creativity with purpose.