Triss Niemi 9/9/24 Triss Niemi 9/9/24

Jean Paul Gaultier’s Fashion Freak Show | Jean Paul Gaultier & Brisbane Festival

Fun, flashy, and fantastical; Jean Paul Gaultier’s Fashion Freak Show is a love letter to fashion geeks, theatre freaks, and the super chic everywhere. It’s a spectacular night of entertainment that takes to a world where everything and everyone can be (and is) beautiful. You do not want to miss it.

Kaylee Vera 6/9/24 Kaylee Vera 6/9/24

The Dream Weaver: Guardians of Grace | Grace Lillian Lee

Each set of armour and shield represents one of Grace’s relatives, creating a physical family tree of woven sculptures. The individualised detail and numerous differences (both subtle and obvious) in each relative’s manifested representations indicates a considered and thoughtful approach to the work. The artworks seem to breathe the life story and memories of their namesakes, and while inspecting the work I could almost see the emotion poured into each stitch and weave.

Glorianna Grace 3/9/24 Glorianna Grace 3/9/24

Be Iconic | Fashion Collab & Brisbane Festival

Be Iconic signified the beauty of diversity and inclusivity and freedom by redefining the runway, bringing incredible artists and community to the creative vision. This show delivered on its promise wonderfully - it was inclusive, adaptive, sustainable, and allowed people to express their individuality freely.

Kaylee Vera 3/10/23 Kaylee Vera 3/10/23

Fashion Collab | Brisbane Festival

The sense of community and joy present in Fashion Collab highlighted to me the importance of accessible creative outlets. Several participants I talked to emphasised the rarity of free and inclusive workshops.

Kaylee Vera 26/9/22 Kaylee Vera 26/9/22

Gail Sorronda on the Art Boat | Brisbane Festival

I cannot imagine this show being nearly as impactful if it had taken place on a standard runway. The onboard installation could have easily distracted from the outfits or vice versa. However, The creativity and ingenuity of those involved allowed their art to complement one another seamlessly. Events such as these that celebrate local talent are critical, and it is always wonderful to see and meet the varied creatives of Meanjin.

Writeousness 27/10/20 Writeousness 27/10/20

I Do - Wedding Stories from Queensland | Queensland Museum

The main focus of the exhibition was to educate the viewer about weddings that had occurred here in Queensland over a certain time period. It was obvious that the wedding dresses were chosen from different periods taking into account the chronological arrangement of the various gowns that were on display. I was impressed with their immaculate condition as I strolled through the exhibition. I could not help but admire the intricate workmanship that had gone into creating the eye-catching designs. It did also leave me pondering on the skill that is required to conserve the quality and fragility of these pieces.