Sneakers & Gum (Taxi Yellow)

Emmanuel Meneses

Jordan 1 “Taxi Yellow” sneaker with black laces attached to pink bubblegum, full casted, sanded and polished by hand in transparent resin.

10″ x 14″

“Sneakers & Gum (Taxi Yellow)” by Emmanuel Meneses, is a commentary on pop culture and consumerism, as well as satirizing the mundane, yet frustrating aspects of life–specifically, stepping in gum on the street while wearing a nice pair of shoes. This sculptural piece is a captivating combination of art, pop culture, consumerism, and philosophical aspects, presented through a Nike shoe encased in a resin box. The shoe itself is designed in black, yellow, and white, represents a vibrant and eye-catching visual. The artist skillfully combines various elements to create a multi-dimensional viewing experience. From every corner, the clear resin box offers different angles and perspectives of the shoe. It has a magnifying quality, as if the viewer is looking through a lens or a magnifier. This unique presentation gives the impression that the shoe is alive, with reflections and mirroring effects that create additional artwork in front, to the sides, and at the back of the shoe.