Faculty Profile for Jon Gray

Jon Gray

Haliburton School of The Arts

Jon Gray is a professional shoemaker. He began his career in 1994 at an orthopaedic shoemakers workshop. This provided the opportunity to work with craftsmen from Eastern Europe, Central America, and the Middle East. In 2001 Jon moved to Nova Scotia to work in a theatrical shoe shop, producing footwear for plays, operas and films across North America. 2010 marked the beginning of Jon Gray Bespoke, Jon's own shop where he produces finely crafted handmade shoes for men and women using traditional techniques in classic and contemporary fashions. www.jongraybespoke.com

Instructor for:

• Leather Braiding Workshop
• Sandal Making