‘A Wearable Canvas’ Exhibition

Showcasing the fusion of fashion and art in a gallery setting.

Australia’s premier wearable art event, the Australian Wearable Art Festival (AWAF), proudly presents ‘A Wearable Canvas’. This captivating exhibition features a collection of winning pieces from the Festival’s past three shows, bringing the extraordinary creativity and technical brilliance of wearable art into a gallery setting.

Exhibition Dates

• No current exhibition dates

Exhibition Highlights

• See 11 remarkable garments displayed on mannequins, hung or placed on plinths, showcasing the intricate details and techniques used to create these wearable masterpieces
• Discover pieces crafted from unconventional materials, including coffee pods, feathers, beads, aluminum, ponytail palms, crochet, and macramé.
• Explore exhibits across the diverse AWAF categories, including Trashion, Sustainable Nature, Avant-Garde and Floriana, representing the best of national and international wearable art.

Previous Showcases

• Caloundra Regional Gallery (May to June 2023): The debut of ‘A Wearable Canvas’ attracted widespread acclaim and offered visitors an up-close look at the festival’s most stunning pieces.
• Cardinia Cultural Centre (April 2024): The second rendition continued to build on its success, featuring a vibrant opening night with strong media attendance and engaging artist talks.

Interactive Elements and Opportunities

• Runway video loop: Enjoy a video showcasing these works in motion on the AWAF runway, played continuously throughout the exhibition.
• Large photos and posters: Admire high-quality images of each piece as they appeared on the catwalk, providing context and enhancing the visual experience.
• Workshops & roving artists talks: AWAF offers the potential for workshops and artist talks during the exhibition, led by some of the incredible artists behind these wearable art pieces. These sessions provide deeper insights into the creative process and techniques used, enriching the visitor experience.

Looking to have ‘A Wearable Canvas’ in your gallery?

For more detailed information about ‘A Wearable Canvas’, including curation and installation details and marketing strategy, download our comprehensive exhibition proposal.

Download the ‘A Wearable Canvas’ Exhibition Proposal

We look forward to welcoming you to ‘A Wearable Canvas’ and sharing the awe-inspiring impact of wearable art.