Sports Illustrated recently caught up with Lichtenfeld to discuss the Air Jordan 5’s impact on sneaker culture, the Great Shoe Spill itself and the connections between sports and art.

Sotheby's sold a pair of Air Jordan 13 sneakers, which Jordan wore in the 1998 NBA championships, for $2.2 million at auction in April 2023 — the most expensive footwear in world history.

Sneaker Art and Politics. ... Sure, knock yourself out, get that new pair of Adidas Yeezy Powerphases or Air Jordan 1 “Igloos” (though they’re probably sold out so never mind)*, ...

Last year, artist Andy Yoder was set to open an exhibit of his sneaker art just as the pandemic hit, and like so much else, it never happened. ... A New Exhibit Turns Air Jordans Into Art Now you can ...

NORWOOD - When you walk into the Sneaker Museum in Norwood, you will see a lot of Air Jordans. To be more specific, you'll see 1,078 pairs of them. Richard Kosow and his business partner Dee Wells ...

These incredible concept sneakers are inspired by Eminem's iconic studio album covers and pay homage to his artistic ...

The Air Jordan 4 represents more than just athletic footwear; it’s a cultural artifact that bridges sports, fashion, and personal expression. Designed by Tinker Hatfield, this iconic sneaker has ...

Mark 85 years of the iconic Dark Knight in style with these trendy and covetable Air Jordan 4 "Batman" sneakers. Read More ...

For instance, the Air Jordan 13s that Michael Jordan wore in Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals — featured in the documentary “The Last Dance” — sold for $2.2 million this year, establishing a ...

Inspired by hip-hop and graffiti art, artist Gary Lockwood re-crafts popular culture into new forms. Sneakers have an undeniable currency in pop culture. They are status symbols, testaments to ...