YOU DON'T SLING A BAG OVER YOUR SHOULDER. YOU WEAR IT LIKE A SECOND SKIN. Rudy Augustin-Lucile (J' T' DANS LA PEAU) showcases his leather, his Martinique, and an entire community yet to be built. Exhibition “Le cuir, comme une evidence” from September 19 to 30, 2026. There are expressions we use without thinking. To be in someone’s skin, to have it in one’s blood—Rudy Augustin-Lucile, for his part, works with it literally. From September 19 to 30, 2026, the Martinican designer will display his leather goods in the shared gallery of the Ateliers Kalibouka, raising a question that goes beyond mere accessories: What does a region look like that creates, passes on, and protects its own craftsmanship? Organized by Ateliers Kalibouka in partnership with Oliwon Design, the exhibition *Le cuir comme une evidence* is part of the France Design Week 2026 festival. It features a selection of pieces by Rudy Augustin-Lucile, accompanied by photographs and texts that reveal what is never seen in a finished object: the craftsmanship, the time invested, the mistakes, and the material brought to life. Starting September 20, the public will also be able to discover two other leather designers: Sandrine Alixe (SAND’O) and Jacques Dolmen (JACKY D). Three key events will mark the occasion: the opening reception on Saturday, September 19; then, starting Sunday, September 20, the exhibition will be expanded to include works by two other leather artisans from Martinique, displayed alongside Rudy Augustin-Lucile’s work. On Sunday, September 20, a launch cocktail reception will also mark the official kickoff of the crowdfunding campaign for future shared workshops. Finally, on Saturday, September 26, “Tet Art Tet with Rudy Augustin-Lucile” will offer an intimate, registration-required gathering at the heart of his creative world and leatherwork. School visits will round out the program, introducing young people to the trades, craftsmanship, and creative worlds of design. As a local artisanal workshop, Ateliers Kalibouka uses this event to highlight the key issues that define its mission: contributing to the development of local supply chains, promoting traditional skills, innovating using local resources, passing on artisanal techniques, and showcasing Martinican creativity. That is why they have chosen this moment to publicly launch their crowdfunding campaign: to open a permanent space where others like Rudy A. Lucile can set up shop, create, and pass on their knowledge… Local workshop, a third-place production space dedicated to the arts and crafts, design, and art in Martinique. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Les Ateliers Kalibouka, 32-2 Avenue de l’Impératrice Joséphine, Les Trois-Ilets
