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Uploaded by on Dec 17, 2009

UNRESERVED is an intimate profile of Pacific Northwest artist and activist Louie Gong (Nooksack, Squamish, Chinese, French, Scottish). In March 2009, he began merging Coast Salish art with pop culture icon Vans Shoes, to create custom skate shoes representing the complexities of multi-racial cultural identity -- something he refers to as walking in two worlds. While many are drawn to his shoes because they represent the meeting of multiple worlds, others simply appreciate their freshness and originality. In addition to Vans, Gong is beginning to explore new mediums for his art including yellow cedar skate decks, canvas, and clothing.

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  • Love his story!

  • his shoes are online at

    eighthgeneration.

    com

  • that is really cool. love the art work on the vans. ~Mo

  • these are some pretty sweet shoes, my friend does the same thing, but with Polynesian art styles. Big ups to you man!

  • Kudos! What a fantastic idea. I want a signed pair! Where do I go?

  • website???

  • sick. hot. smart! i want a pair.

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