SHOE SHOW

 

Opening Reception: May 9th 5-7pm

Who hasn't marveled at a shoe and its miniature architecture? Another venue for form and function to duke it out. A shoe, like a chair, becomes an extension of the human body, exuding symbolic power, universal appeal, humor and beauty. Shoes– these everpresent functional sculptures- are always a ripe vessel for fresh interpretation.

Beginning May 9th, Working Loose x Rachel Sees Snail Shoes will present “SHOE SHOE”, a multi-faceted group exhibition at Working Loose, in Blue Hill, Maine. It will showcase contemporary shoemakers working completely by hand including Bonnie Andrus, Laura Schoorl, Stella Harry Lee, Lauren Brinkers, Maya Miel, Jeremy Atkinson, Mollie Silva, Rachel Sees Snail Shoes, Reid Elrod, Jane Addams, and Vicky D’Incecco.

It will include footwear-focused artwork by Lane Walkup, Elena Samuelsen, Chris Fallon, Sam Finkelstein, Cassie McGettigan, Zoe Dering, Megan Reed, Mallory Anita Lawson and Adriana Lozano Roman. We will also feature colorful historical folk footwear from across the last century, and a few pairs of designer/ vintage pieces curated by James Rowland Shop. At the culmination of the show in June, Rachel Sees Snail Shoes will host 2 immersive sandalmaking workshops for those who want to bring their own designs to life.

SHOE SHOW promises to be an energizing view on the traditional art and allure of the handmade shoe. 

Sandal Workshops | Cost: $350/person

Session I - Sunday June 8th, 10am - 5pm

Session II - Monday June 9th, 10am - 5pm

Pre-registration required, more information can be found at www.rachelseessnailshoes.com

drawing by Rachel Sees Snail Shoes