Justin LeBlanc: Project Runway Collection

"THIS TELLS MY STORY, THE TRANSITION FROM A DEAF PERSON TO A PERSON WHO COULD HEAR."  That's what NC State Assistant professor of Art + Design, Justin LeBlanc told Lifetime television's Project Runway judges when hsi ten-piece "Sound Waves" collection was presented during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York in August 2013.  His striking architectonic designs and willingness to take risks has earned him a spot in the season 12 finale.

One of LeBlanc's "Sound Wave" dresses with his signature 3D-printed collar, along with some of hte other 3D-printed accessories, are now on view at D. H. Hill Jr. Library through December 19.

Photograph of Justin LeBlanc by Curtis Brown.