Thanks to everyone that entered and attended AWAF 2026. We look forward to seeing you in 2027!
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 four shows, bringing the extraordinary creativity and technical brilliance of wearable art into a gallery setting.
8 May – 14 June 2026
Franskton Arts Centre
https://artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.au/Whats-On/Art-Exhibitions/A-Wearable-Canvas-AWAF
24 July – 10 September 2026
Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery
https://www.artsbundaberg.com.au/Galleries
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.
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.
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.
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.
