This elective course focuses on the art and science of shoe making. Students will recognize, develop, and enhance their point of view as a designer within the area of shoe design. Students have the option to bench make (hand make) a shoe and establish a portfolio of designs. This course provides a hands-on experience with intense knowledge of construction and technique. On completion of the course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the art of shoemaking, shoe patternmaking and how to bench make a shoe, in addition to preparing a marketable portfolio of shoe designs.