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Carolyn ponders many topics in the course of a day. The following writing pieces are dedicated to Carolyn sharing her thoughts (and wisdom learned with her life lessons) with anyone that would like to hear them.

A natural born teacher (she also holds a Master's degree in Art Education), Carolyn hopes to educate the world on many topics that can help humans live their best life.

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Art by Carolyn J. Braden, Media: Microsoft PowerPoint

Art by Carolyn J. Braden, Media: Microsoft PowerPoint

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Art by Carolyn J. Braden using Gelly Roll pens, Sharpie marker and BIC pencil.

Art by Carolyn J. Braden using Gelly Roll pens, Sharpie marker and BIC pencil.

The Radical Red Ballet Shoe

August 9, 2018

"The red shoe: a source of fascination, power and mystery to both its wearer and beholder." -Anna Sutton, The Australian Ballet

I was a ballet dancer as a young girl and always loved pointe shoes. One day, I saw a red pointe (toe) shoe, and my heart skipped a beat. It was the most unusually beautiful thing I had ever seen. I've been drawn to red pointe shoes ever since.

Why was the shoe so alluring and unusual? It's because red pointe shoes are rarely seen on stage.

Pointe shoes are traditionally pink. They can also be quite expensive because ballerinas go through multiple pairs per show. Because of this expense, if a red pointe shoe was needed for a show, multiple pairs would either have to be specially ordered or dyed. Ballet companies have a budget just for shoes so they have to plan for using a red shoe in a show in advance. (Thank you to my volunteer work with The Louisville Ballet for knowing these facts!)

A ballerina that wears a red shoe is usually very significant. When I see a ballerina in red pointe shoes, I pay attention. She's usually the star of the show. In the event you see a ballerina (or ballerinas) wearing red pointe shoes, it would indicate the use of symbolism in the story, kind of like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. (I wanted those shoes so badly after watching that movie!)

The red shoe not only is significant in ballet and in the Wizard of Oz, but it has been an important symbol in many stories throughout history. See more about the history and fascination with red shoes via this article from Anna Sutton at The Australian Ballet.

Art detail by Carolyn J. Braden using Gelly Roll pens, Sharpie marker and BIC pencil.

Art detail by Carolyn J. Braden using Gelly Roll pens, Sharpie marker and BIC pencil.

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Carolyn (BFA and MAEd) is a  creative whirlwind  who wishes to make the world a little happier and craftier.  She wishes to spread her love of creativity throughout the world through her numerous projects. Currently she is  writing ,  creating art  and  recipes  and more. Visit her  portfolio  to see more of her creative talents.  Visit the  About  page to learn more about Carolyn.  Visit the  Contact Us  page with any questions, media inquiries, creative assistance,  Reiki services , feedback, or just to say hello!

Carolyn (BFA and MAEd) is a creative whirlwind who wishes to make the world a little happier and craftier.

She wishes to spread her love of creativity throughout the world through her numerous projects. Currently she is writing, creating art and recipes and more. Visit her portfolio to see more of her creative talents.

Visit the About page to learn more about Carolyn.

Visit the Contact Us page with any questions, media inquiries, creative assistance, Reiki services, feedback, or just to say hello!


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Tommy (BAComm) is what you get when you combine Bob Vila with Bill Gates! He knows how to build a house as well as build a computer!

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