Contemporary artist Roderick Owen stands out with his feminine and subversive universe where stilettos become sculptures and freedom a reality.

Roderick Owen’s story is, first and foremost, one of searching for meaning.

With an aspiration as his backdrop: to be free to pursue whatever he desires with love and passion.

In his quest, Roderick embarks on an adventure, enriching himself through exchanges with the encounters he collects along the way.

A jack of all trades, he tries his hand at various odd jobs, from metalworking to deep-sea diving, living to the rhythm of his desires.

But still, the aha moment eludes him…

Roderick decides to leave everything behind to find the most beautiful gift life can offer:

« What is the purpose of his presence on this earth. »

And it’s on a terrace in Provence that he will have his revelation.

An art in motion, inspired by reality

It’s in this stunning setting that Roderick Owen witnesses the parade of elegant women, adorned in magnificent fabrics. He is struck by the power their attire confers, but especially by the subtle strength that emanates from high heels.

In these, he perceives a whimsical artistic message

No longer mere fashion accessories, stilettos could be reborn as immortal women.

No rider to mount them, no restrictions to stop them, freed from flesh.

The artist then sets himself a challenge

To bring to life contemporary stilettos in wrought iron.

Stilettos that would eternally retain their elegance, and decide their own destiny.

Independent metal heels, having no need to find a partner to wear them, shoes that could be much more than accessories, but living beings.

At that precise moment, the sculptor realizes that his life has taken an unexpected turn, unaware that a few years later, his artistic universe would be appreciated on a global scale.

Like a fashion designer, he gives free rein to his artistic talent.

He draws his inspiration from reality: what he sees, hears and, above all, feels. The result is striking works that shake things up and convey strong emotions.

He continues his ascent through collaborations with prestigious brands such as Imperial Heritage Caviar, Tsar Folie’s Saint-Tropez and Maison Champagne Duval-Leroy.

Sexy, extraordinary works freed from all rules.

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