In hopes to raise funds for the Children’s Hosipital Foundation, One of One creator Chris Watchorn “cold called” Steve Murray (Head of Vans & Reef’s parent company: VFC) and asked for 30 pairs of shoes for this auction. Surprisingly, Steve agreed to send the shoes for Chris’ cause and that’s how it all began. Chris then reached out to various artists to paint whatever they wanted to and the results vary from quirky characters, and profound designs — all combing to create a beautiful cohesive project.

The auction begins Friday, June 25th in Winnipeg at SK8 Skate at the Forks Marketplace. For those of us who cannot attend the actual event there is also an alternative way to bid:

Begining Tuesday June 29 bids can be placed through eBay. Check back here after the 27th for links to each pair. Bids can also be made during the opening reception and via email contact. If you would like to make an inquiry about any of the artists or shoes feel free to contact us at oneofoneproject@gmail.com

Here are just a few of the designs by Phil Annand, Makeda Duyile and The Children’s Hospital Young Artists (Patients):

Click here to check out the rest of the shoes that will be up for auction at the One of One Project

by JJ

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