Tales of Grit, Glory, and Determination

Written By Robert Olding

Wall of Honor

In 2018, I began working with Red Wing Shoes on a project that showcases unique stories related to their footwear.

The "Red Wing Wall of Honor" project is an annual tribute to hardworking individuals who wear these shoes. Stories like John Rukavina's help bring this project to life. John, an iron worker, was part of the team that installed the original antennas on the Hancock Building and Sears Tower. His boots, along with many others, tell tales of remarkable endeavors.

While photographing the footwear worn by these unsung heroes of the trades, I focus on showcasing the grit and determination evident in each pair. All these shoes, including John's, represent hard work and significant achievements.

Check out the "Red Wing Wall of Honor" project. It's about more than just shoes; it's about the people and their extraordinary experiences.

Have a product with its own story? I'm here to help you showcase it. Let's collaborate to give your story the visual impact it deserves.

-Robert

Robert Olding

Growing up in Southwestern Idaho, I had a great love for all things creative and was generally thought of as an all around weird kid. My access to the arts and culture were limited mostly to a TV, my dad’s audio cassette deck, and an upright piano. I managed to keep busy by enlisting my five brothers and sisters to star in my various attempts at film making. My version of Grease is legendary amongst a handful of people living in Idaho.

I pursued music as a vocation and enjoyed many years playing drums with various local bands, thinking I was destined to be a rock star. After taking a photography class as an elective in college, I traded in my drumsticks for a camera and graduated from ArtCenter College of Design.

I've lived and worked in some of the coolest cities in the US - New York, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Chicago. I'm currently settled in the Minneapolis area, where I spend my free time watching my youngest daughter grow up.

https://www.robertolding.com
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