TOPSHEETS
Tim's Tribute Topsheet
Topsheet made in tribute of Tim Hodgekinson, commissioned by his late partner Michelle.
Manufacturer: Moment Skis.
Mica Heliskiing Triptych: Topsheet Residency, 2020 (Panel 1)
Concept: The concept behind the residency is to provide an artist with an experience that would inspire a unique piece of art. The art is hung in the lodge, and becomes a custom top sheet for a pair of handcrafted Foon Skis. The artwork is to commemorate their guests reaching their 10th anniversary with the lodge, and the skis are the ultimate longevity gift. Inspiration: Brandon, Jamie, and Clint celebrated their 10th year anniversary with Mica Heliskiing this year and were my inspiration. I chose a triptych to show appreciation for each of them individually, and as a group. The...
Private Commission: Abdullah & Noor
Concept: After skiing in CMH Revelstoke on their rental fleet, Noor hired me to make her husband a personalized pair of skis for Christmas. Best Christmas present ever. Inspiration: Abdullah’s Favourite things: Sun, Kuwait City, Courchevel, 33, Flight, Skiing, & of course, Noor. ‘Everything is difficult before it is easy.’ Personal Commission: Abdullah & Noor Al Eisa, Kuwait City, Kuwait. Manufacturer: Prior Skis Date: 2019
CMH Heliskiing Revelstoke: Custom Wagner Rental Fleet
Concept: It is a fact; most skis aren’t made big enough for the massive amounts of snow Revelstoke gets. Heliskiing in the Monashees require a ski a little fatter than most Heli skiers arrive with, and CMH Revelstoke likes to provide them with the perfect local ski, artwork to construction. Inspiration: The beautiful endless valleys of thick gnarly trees, avalanche paths, and high alpine peaks that cover CMH Revelstoke’s signature terrain. CMH Heli Skiing Revelstoke: Custom Wagner Rental Fleet Manufacturer: Wagner Skis, Telluride, CO Date: 2018
Mica Heliskiing: Topsheet Residency 2017
Concept: The concept behind the residency is to provide an artist with an experience that would inspire a unique piece of art. The art is hung in the lodge, and also becomes a custom top sheet for a pair of handcrafted Foon Skis. The artwork is to commemorate their guests reaching their 10th anniversary with the lodge, and the skis are the ultimate longevity gift. Inspiration: Bruce is fun! This topsheet is inspired by his personal experiences, and favourite art installations in one of his favorite places, Burning man. I tried to include as many cheeky details as I could but...