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A New Order....to be entered into the Molly Morpeth art awards for 2019 We are left to question our priorities in the face of climate change and poverty.
Remnants of the 2nd industrial revolution arrogantly forge on as the 4th begins. The future is uncertain, but through the smog comes a new world order – strong, inclusive, hopeful and ready to guide humanity to the next paradigm. |
I am excited to show you Axminstress. She was awarded 2nd place in Avant Garde, plus runner up in sustainability award 2018 World Of Wearable Arts
From the hallways of our past, to carpet runway ready, this revolutionised antique- chic twinset reflects how far women have come, to be confident, independent and successful.
Inspired by Frida Kahlo - artist and fashion icon to boot. She learns to use her physical and emotional pain as fertiliser for her strength and creativity and the flowers begin to grow and blossom. She’s done with being walked all over. She discovers her inner Axminster, then rips the rug out from all expectation and flies off in a lace bra.
There are a few symbolisms with the garment itself….the tear drop hat represents past emotions, the Spanish inspired skirt resembles that of a painters palette, covered in vibrant swirls of paint.
The back resembles a butterfly, ready to take flight now that she has discovered her strength and versatility. I have overstitches many of the flowers to appear like they are emerging out from the carpet at different stages of growth.
From the hallways of our past, to carpet runway ready, this revolutionised antique- chic twinset reflects how far women have come, to be confident, independent and successful.
Inspired by Frida Kahlo - artist and fashion icon to boot. She learns to use her physical and emotional pain as fertiliser for her strength and creativity and the flowers begin to grow and blossom. She’s done with being walked all over. She discovers her inner Axminster, then rips the rug out from all expectation and flies off in a lace bra.
There are a few symbolisms with the garment itself….the tear drop hat represents past emotions, the Spanish inspired skirt resembles that of a painters palette, covered in vibrant swirls of paint.
The back resembles a butterfly, ready to take flight now that she has discovered her strength and versatility. I have overstitches many of the flowers to appear like they are emerging out from the carpet at different stages of growth.
I am excited about my up-coming solo exhibition in Sydney from 17th October...see details below. I also have two garments selected for this years World of Wearable Art in Wellington. I cant tell you any details of the garments but can tell you one is in the Open Section and one is in Avant Garde
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We are left to question our priorities in the face of climate change and poverty.
Remnants of the 2nd industrial revolution arrogantly forge on as the 4th begins. The future is uncertain, but through the smog comes a new world order – strong, inclusive, hopeful and ready to guide humanity to the next paradigm. |
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World of Wearable Art 2017
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I have finally finished this years World Of Wearable Art entry for 2017 and its arrived in Nelson for Judging. I Find out mid July whether I am in the show again for this year.
HEART OF ARTISTA
Artista wears her art on her sleeve. An exhibition of people and the deep connection they have with their land. Her garment breaks all the rules with the juxtaposition of Rococo, art deco, and modernism, connected by a richly decorated cuckoo clock which symbolises the evolution of art movements throughout time. Artista is inspired by surrealists Salvador Dali and Frida Kahlo. Their paintings remain true to themselves as they paint completely uninhibited, and free from constraint. Artista escapes the tendrils of commercialism and her heart opens fully for the first time. ...Artista takes flight |
Solo exhibition "SUCCUMB-FERENCE"
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I HAVE HAD THE MOST INCREDIBLE RESPONSE TO MY SOLO EXHIBITION "SUCCUMB-FERENCE 4 - 16 oCT 2016.
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11th Nov 2014: WOW Supreme Award Winner
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One of my proudest moments winning the Supreme Award for the World Of Wearable Arts in 2014. The whole design is made from suitcases. Here is a video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEupCvcInwA&authuser=0 Stuff News Link: http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/fashion/10551130/World-of-WearableArts-supreme-winner |
April 7th 2015: Commission Painting's Available
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Contact me HERE for details on commission pieces .
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Hastings Pak n Save Edible Fashion Awards 2016
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World Of Wearable Art 2015
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So pleased I have finished creating this years WOW garment and it is off to Nelson for Judging. |
Hastings Pak n Save Edible Fashion Awards
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Looking forward to returning to the judging panel for Hastings Pak n Save Edible Fashion Awards 2016 |
"Tuki Tuki - World of Wearable Art 2016
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The Maori Cloak is a river nourishing all living things. Tangata Whenua ensure the waters remain pure.
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World of Wearable Art entry 2015 - Humannitor
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World of Wearable art entry 2015 - Uniform Section ) revoluntionise the uniform)
“Humannitor” half man half robot Red Cross hero, caped in Roofing iron, food cans, medical scissors, taps spoons and blankets. He wears the face of Dugald MacKenzie a soldier saved by Red Cross in Crete. His chest bares photos of those he saved, and those he could not. Lest his memory-stick fail him. In his pocket is a locket carrying the photo of a beautiful woman, waiting back home for her loved one to return. As programmed Humannitor will carry this safely to her and pass on a message of love. Do we really want technology to replace human instinct and compassion? |
World of Wearable Art 2013 - Hay Daysie (3rd in open section)
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The days of sitting on the couch watching TV as a family are gone, as we enter a new computer age, questions are asked about communication, acceptance and belonging.
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