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But for lifelong Black skaters whose families have grown up on the rink, roller-skating isn’t making a comeback, because for them it never left. The excitement for the pastime is infectious and the desire to grab a pair is undeniable for people across the globe. The music, the moves, and the culture around Black skating have informed the revival we see today. Textures that demonstrate the passing of time are used across both, like embroidery, halftones, and leather. It’s an important part of the legacy they hope to pass on.Įach skate in the Rink Rats design has a unique style: one represents a proud history while the other looks to the future. For Black skaters, roller-skating connects to a shared history, culture, and city. “Rink Rats” is an affectionate name for people who grew up going to roller rinks and whose families had a legacy of doing the same. With Cynthia’s help, we hope Stories on Skates shines a light on the joy and impact of skating culture for the Black community,” Sebastien Deguy, VP 3D & immersive at Adobe said of the collaboration.

This project illuminates how Adobe’s 3D vision goes beyond just a set of tools and brings creative visions and culture to life in new, immersive mediums. “It’s been a joy to work with Cynthia on Stories on Skates and bring her bold, bright energy to this campaign.

From style to community, each 3D skate design tells a story about history that has influenced culture around the world. When it came time to bring these stories to life in a vivid and tangible way, Substance 3D texturing tools seemed like the perfect fit. My hope is that Stories on Skates is a fitting tribute to skating and Black culture while celebrating its rich history in music, movement, style, empowerment, community, and legacy.” This project brings to life stories from the rink that are inspiring, important, and deserve to be remembered. “I was so excited to work with Adobe on Stories on Skates to showcase Black skating culture, especially as an expression of Black joy and creativity.