Ready to PUMP UP Your Ride? Discover the #1 Award-Winning Custom Airbrush Car Artist in Los Angeles — SOLO ELEMENT!
Caguas, Puerto Rico ➔ Los Angeles, CA — If you’re looking for custom car paint in Los Angeles, meet the award-winning artist who’s redefining vehicle customization with soul, story, and style: Reinaldo Fuentes aka Solo Element, founder of Solo Element Concepts LLC. Phone: Instagram:@SoloElement
Some people see a car. Solo Element sees a canvas.
“This is my Silverado—rockin’ my signature abstract style and custom woodgrain finish. I’m the only one who paints like this. Sitting on 28s with air suspension, it’s built to turn heads—especially on the West Coast.”
” A powerful moment shared between two custom paint legends—one representing Rohan Izawa Art Design x Kuhl Racing (Japan), and the other from Solo Element Concepts LLC (USA).“Specializing in flawless Kandy paint—just like this clean Florida Donk. And yes, that graffiti backdrop? That’s all Solo Element too. Paint and art—done my way.”Motorcycle fender with realistic dollar billMotorcycle fender with realistic dollar bill
From raw steel to show-stopping beauty, Solo Element, owner of the #1 award-winning Solo Element Concepts LLC, has made it his mission to turn everyday vehicles into breathtaking expressions of identity, pride, and purpose. Based in Los Angeles, his shop has become a go-to for those seeking truly custom car paint that turns heads and tells a story.
According to Lowrider Magazine, artistic vehicle customization continues to rise in popularity.
“This isn’t just a paint job,” says Fuentes. “It’s a reflection of who you are. I want people to feel proud, confident, and stylish when they drive away. I want them to feel seen.”
“This is my Ferrari, painted in a custom color mix I created myself. It was the first Ferrari on air suspension to debut at SEMA 2013 and landed the cover of RIDES magazine. Proudly sponsored by BASF (Glasurit)—the finest paint in the game.”
“Yeah, I knocked out this Marilyn Monroe mural in just an hour—spray paint only. Just messin’ around for fun. All freestyle, all skill.”
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From Puerto Rico to LA: A Journey Fueled by Passion
Raised in Caguas, Puerto Rico, Solo Element’s creative journey began at just 10 years old, when his mother gifted him an airbrush.
“She saw the artist in me before I even saw it in myself,” he recalls.
By 15, he painted his first car at a local autobody shop — planting the seeds for what would one day become Solo Element Concepts LLC.
The Story Behind the Name: “Solo Element”
The name reflects Solo Element’s philosophy:
“‘Solo’ represents individuality. ‘Element’ is where someone thrives and feels alive. This is my element — my creative zone where everything comes to life.”
This award-winning custom build by Solo Element has earned multiple top honors, including Best of Show at Slamfest 2012, Best of Show at the Classic Orlando FL 2012, Best Paint and Best Interior at Dub Show Miami 2013, along with numerous other accolades. Phone: 818-303-3568 – Instagram:@SoloElement
What Truly Sets Solo Element Apart?
Solo Element Concepts is an award-winning automotive design facility dedicated to producing prodigious, high-quality, and truly incomparable custom paintwork. Specializing in customizing all types of motor vehicles — from cars and motorcycles to buses and surfboards — the Solo Element team transforms every project into a rolling masterpiece. Their work has been featured in leading international magazines, countless music videos, and films, earning admiration across the automotive, entertainment, and art industries worldwide.
This Candy Apple Red custom bike by Solo Element was recently approved to be featured in Baggers Magazine, showcasing his award-winning precision in custom motorcycle design and flawless candy paint finishes. Phone: 818-303-3568 – Instagram:@SoloElement
Featured Achievements & Appearances:
Sponsored by Glasurit (2013)
Featured in Baggers Magazine (2013)
Featured in Mustang Magazine
Featured in Aussie Magazine
Multiple appearances at SEMA Show Las Vegas
First to introduce air suppression system on a Ferrari Modena 360 at SEMA 2013
Solo Element made history at SEMA 2013 by being the first to introduce an air suppression system on a Ferrari Modena 360. This groundbreaking build showcases his innovation and mastery in high-end custom car modification. Phone: 818-303-3568 – Instagram:@SoloElement
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The Custom Car Paint Process in Los Angeles: Soul Meets Steel
If you’re searching for the Best Custom Car Paint in Los Angeles, Solo Element’s process is unlike any other.
Each vehicle is approached like a personal art commission. “I interview every client,” Fuentes says. “They tell me stories about their car, what it means to them. Then I bring that vision to life.”
He customizes cars, trucks, motorcycles, vans, and buses. No build is too big—or too personal.
One standout project? A car painted entirely with scenes from Don Quixote.
“The client gave me a book, music, and a play script. I had to read it all to fully understand the story. That job pushed me, and it stayed with me.”
Custom Car Hood Mural Don Quixote Airbrushed by Solo Element
“This is the one and only custom hologram created for the Don Quixote job. Fully hand-painted, detailed to perfection—because when it comes to next-level interior work, I don’t follow trends… I create them.”Custom airbrushed car hood mural by Solo Element, Don Quixote design with hidden faces in flames, award-winning car customization.
“Look closely at this Mural completely airbrushed on the hood of a PT Cruiser. Even the flames on the bottom of the mural have detailed character faces in the paint.“
“I’m not just following trends. I’m creating something timeless,” says Fuentes. “My clients leave with more than a car—they leave with confidence.”
“Clients often tell me they’ve never had so many strangers stop and ask about their car,” says Fuentes. “That kind of attention means we’ve done our job right.”
Beyond Cars: Art on Wheels, Waves & Strings
While Solo Element is best known for his custom car work, his artistry extends far beyond four wheels. His custom bikes are true rolling works of art, from the New York Yankees-inspired motorcycle with airbrushed murals of baseball legends like Babe Ruth, to the Candy Apple Red bike recently approved for a feature in Baggers Magazine. Solo Element also brings his precision airbrush techniques to surfboards, transforming boards into vibrant, rideable canvases that turn heads on the waves.
“At the end of the day, it’s still a canvas — whether it’s metal or fiberglass. I want people to feel pride and identity in everything they ride, even out on the water.”
Solo Element aka Reinaldo Fuentes holding one of his latest custom airbrush surfboard designs — blending his award-winning artistry from the streets to the waves.
Even beyond vehicles, his creative vision extends to musical instruments — designing custom airbrushed bass guitars and electric guitars that become true stage showpieces. No matter the surface — cars, bikes, boards, or instruments — Solo Element’s passion for flawless detail, storytelling, and craftsmanship always shines through.
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For true lowrider aficionados, a custom paint job is more than just color—it’s culture, pride, and legacy. At Solo Element Concepts, Solo Element honors the lowrider tradition with precision detail, timeless candy coats, old-school flake finishes, and murals that tell powerful personal stories. Whether you’re cruising down Hollywood Boulevard or pulling up at a show, his lowrider car paint work speaks volumes without saying a word.
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📰 Featured in Pump It Up Magazine — June 2025 Edition! Available June 20th
We’re proud to feature Solo Element on the cover of Pump It Up Magazine’s special Man Cave Edition for June 2025 — celebrating his story, his art, and his groundbreaking work in the world of custom airbrush car design.
