When Pat Hoffman of Hoffman Artworks stumbled upon the vintage ski collection of a couple Bridger Bowl ski patrollers he knew he had discovered something special. He saw before him the evolution of skis and bindings and a love and passion for skiing. The collection dates back to the 50’s with old Hickory sticks  and leather straps and picks up again in the later 60’s. He brought the project to The Architect’s Wife and she teamed up with Dan Armstrong to photograph this one-of-kind collection.

This compilation is designed to spark a conversation among die hard skiers and lovers of the sport. The ski, the pole, the boot are objects that become symbols to ignite a dialogue, a memory, a love of snow, and a love of our mountain culture. And for the millennials, “It was important for us to redefine vintage, in this case, to mean something to a new generation of skiers. The goal was to photograph the skis that veteran powder hounds relate to from their history and keep that history alive.” said Hoffman.

If these boots could talk. A set of leather ski boots, part of the collection of vintage ski boots, skis and poles photographed by Dan Armstrong for the Architect’s Wife. 

About the Artist’s Involved in this project:

Pat Hoffman grew up in Great Falls, MT helped art direct this project and is a local artist and art teacher at Bozeman High School. To see some of his handiwork check out The Lark Hotel in downtown Bozeman.

Dan Armstrong is a photographer who grew up in Montana. His work has taken him all over the world.

Don’t miss this unique collection of skis at our downtown furniture store.

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