Festival showcases local and national talent

Yuhe Chi’s The Erosion of Nature is one of the garments on display at the National Wool Museum We the Makers Design Festival. Photo: WE THE MAKERS

Twenty-one unique creations of ethical design feature in the National Wool Museum’s We the Makers Design Festival.

The Festival includes a designer showcase, which features creations by emerging and professional fashion designers working in ethical and environmentally conscious design.
It is an unmissable exhibition to experience in-person filled with local, interstate and international talent showcasing the original work of makers, designers and artists from across Australia and the world.
We the Makers is also launching an digital exhibition where you can view the collection and vote in the People’s Choice.
On Saturday, June 27, organisers announced two winners who will share the $10,000 grand prize.
It was judged by Kiri Delly, senior manager for College of Design and Social Context from RMIT; Kiri-Mae Sampson, senior project manager at Australian Fashion Council; and Paul McCann. an emerging designer and artist.
In addition the judges awarded a Highly Commended Local Maker prize of $2,000 to assist a local artist.
The People’s Choice prize of $2,000 will be decided by you. Head to wethemakers2020.com.au for more.