Published 23 May 2024, updated 10 July 2024
Get excited because the Wearable Art Festival 2024 is back!
Join us at the Bunbury Forum between 9.30am and 12.30pm for a Wearable Art Junk Hat workshop and let your imagination run wild as you transform everyday items into wearable works of art.
Bring your friends and family and discover how you can use repurposed and/or recycled materials to create your very own one-of-a-kind top hat in support of the upcoming Wearable Art Festival.
Whether you're a fashion enthusiast, a DIY lover, or simply looking for a fun and inspiring activity this school holiday, this workshop is perfect for you.
If you would like the opportunity to share in the $1,500 prize pool, make sure you register for the Wearable Art competition. The competition is open to all ages and abilities.
About Wearable Art Festival (WAF)
Developed in 2023 by Bunbury Public Library, WAF looks to expand each year to create community awareness of the important role we all play in reducing landfill waste. WAF inspires individuals, schools, community groups, aspiring artists, and businesses to reuse, repurpose and recycle everyday materials. These materials, commonly put into landfills significantly impact our environment. WAF inspires creativity within the community in repurposing everyday waste materials into art or fashion in a way that is fun and accessible for all.
Win a share of the $1,500 prize pool!
It’s easy! All you need to do is;
1. Register here by 4 August 2024, and
2. Create a fashion masterpiece, hat or sculpture using repurposed, recycled or compostable materials, and
3. Submit your shortlisting photos of your project by 16 September, and
4. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend the WAF Finalists Showcase and Parade at Bunbury Forum on 5 October 2024. Winners will be announced at the parade.
View the terms and conditions here or express your interest here.
Who is eligible to apply?
Everyone. This is a family-friendly initiative, accessible to all. Register by 4 August as an individual, junior, or group. The choice is yours!
What other Wearable Art Festival activities are available?
Between now and 4 August, there will be a variety of workshops and activities to inspire both creativity, ideas, and involvement in WAF 2024. Stay updated on upcoming activities at the below venues:
- Bunbury Forum Shopping Centre
- Bunbury Public Libraries
- Bunbury Regional Art Gallery
- Nearer to Nature
- Bunbury Museum + Heritage Centre
- Stirling Street Arts Centre
- Bunbury Wildlife Park
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Important Information
- This workshop is facilitated by Bunbury Public Libraries.
- Participation or completion in this activity does not include entry into the Wearable Art
Festival competition. To enter the WAF competition, register by 4 August here - All materials and supplies are provided.
- Tickets are not required, simply join us at Bunbury Forum anytime between 9.30am and 12.30pm to participate.
- This session is open to all ages and abilities.
- Children under 12 years of age are required to be supervised by a responsible adult.
