BIRKENSTOCK | #BOLD with Vince Skelly

The #BOLD Men’s Shoe Collection series, which honors craftsmanship around the world, continues with a California-based sculptor Vince Skelly. Vince Skelly grew up in Claremont, California, where the artist lives and works today. The work Vince makes is totemic in the true sense of the word. The pieces are infused with meaning; naturally and profoundly. “I'm very much influenced by mid-century design, but in a way that a caveman would have made it,” says Vince. Vince is not the type of person you immediately associate with chainsaws, but he says this is the most important, enjoyable aspect of the process. Sculpting in wood, Vince makes beautifully considered, textured work that draws influence from ancient dolmens and henge-like figures.“I can feel the vibration and the wood is spitting out all these shavings.. it’s really meditative...”, Vince says. Each style from the collection will be available from December 1 in two timeless shades:Arizona BOLD Shearling in Cognac/EspressoBoston BOLD Shearling in Cognac/Espresso Find out more at: www.Birkenstock.com Follow us for more shoe and story updates: www.Instagram.com/Birkenstock www.facebook.com/birkenstock