Published 04 July 2024, updated 08 July 2024
Creative Expressions Workshop Series:
Join Headspace Bunbury, WAAC and Bunbury Public Libraries for the Wearable Wonders Workshop Series, where youth aged 14 to 25 have the opportunity to design and create their own costumes for the Wearable Art Festival 2024.
Participants will engage in hands-on sessions at the Bunbury Library, transforming their imaginative ideas into stunning wearable art. This series of workshops is free and will take place every Thursday in August from 4-6pm. Don't miss this chance to unleash your creativity and be a part of an exciting artistic journey!
Don't forget - if you haven't already registered to enter the Wearable Art Festival competition, don't forget to submit your application before the closing date: 4 August for your chance to win a share of $1,500 in prizes.
Register or find out more here: Wearable Art Festival 2024
Wearable Wonders Workshop Dates:
1 August, 4-6pm
8 August, 4-6pm
15 August, 4-6pm
22 August, 4-6pm
29 August, 4-6pm
Location: Bunbury Public Library (Activity Room)
Activities: DIY WAF sculpture, wearable art, or hat
Cost: Free for participants
Target Audience: Youth aged 14 to 25 years
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
- Bunbury Libraries are a LGBTQI++ ally. This workshop series is inclusive of all.
- 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
