“KILLER HEELS: THE ART OF THE HIGH-HEELED SHOE” On view through February 15 “Mesmerizing. Gorgeous.” —The New York Times “Killer Heels: The Art of the High–Heeled Shoe” explores fashion’s most provocative accessory. Through more than 160 artfully crafted historical and contemporary high heels from the 16th century through the present, the exhibition examines the mystique and transformative power of the elevated shoe and its varied connections to fantasy, power and identity. Free with general admission ticket. For exhibition information visit brooklynmuseum.org. “PRINTZ,” SPRING/SUMMER 2013–14. COURTESY OF CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN.
PRADA. WEDGE SANDAL IN ROSSO, BIANCO, AND NERO LEATHER, SPRING/SUMMER 2012. COURTESY OF PRADA USA CORP. PHOTOS BY JAY ZUKERKORN
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PARIS PHOTO LOS ANGELES 2015 Paris Photo Los Angeles is the U.S. edition of the world’s premier international art fair for photography and moving image. After a successful edition in 2013 at the legendary Paramount Pictures Studios, with over 16,000 visitors and nearly 100 exhibitors, Paris Photo Los Angeles will once again host leading galleries and art book dealers presenting historical and contemporary bodies of work, cutting-edge solo shows and book projects by renowned and emerging artists. A cycle of talks and screenings will also bring together prominent figures in the art word for an exploration of how artists have been and are using the photographic medium in their work in the 20th and 21st centuries. Rendezvous in Los Angeles May 1–3, 2015. For more information, visit parisphoto.com/losangeles.