By Lucy Waldron
Jumpers and Jazz in July is gearing up to revive its Wearable Art exhibition as part of the upcoming festival, extending a warm invitation to high school students to unleash their creativity and take part in this vibrant showcase.
Renowned wearable artist Svenja visited Assumption College and Warwick Christian College on 26 April to ignite students’ imaginations and introduce them to the world of wearable art.
Svenja is a vibrant world of colour and texture, deeply influenced by the beauty of nature. Since the early 2000s, Svenja has been immersed in textiles, constantly experimenting and refining her craft.
Her journey began with wearable art, showcased in numerous World of WearableArt performances and Australian events, before transitioning to gallery spaces in 2020.
With an upcoming exhibition titled DistoMorph on the horizon, Svenja continues to push the boundaries of scale and design, all while staying true to her love for colour, texture, and the natural world.
During her visit, Svenja shared insights on repurposing household items like plastic water bottles into wearable masterpieces, highlighting the endless creative possibilities within everyday materials.
From concept to runway display, students were captivated by Svenja’s artistic process, sparking a flurry of ideas for their own creations.
The Wearable Art exhibition, slated for the Jumpers and Jazz in July festival (18-28 July), presents a unique opportunity for students to merge textiles, arts, manual arts, and IT faculties. Each faculty brings distinct skills and perspectives to the table, fostering collaboration and innovation in design.
Curated by Julie Hockings, coordinator of the Jazzy Crafters Emporium and the Wearable Art Exhibition, the 2024 exhibition promises to be a celebration of creativity and imagination.
