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STUDENTS at The Gordon are taking part in Australia’s biggest and most inclusive art sale.<\/p>\n

The Incognito Art Show is a not-for-profit art sale supporting Australian artists, with profits funding programs for artists living with disability.<\/p>\n

It is no ordinary art sale.<\/p>\n

Every A5 artwork, regardless of artist, is sold for $100. Only once an artwork is bought is the artist’s name revealed to the buyer.<\/p>\n

The concept encourages greater access to art-buying for those without the usual means to do so, and invites people to choose what they truly love, not just a well-known name.<\/p>\n

Floristry students are taking part in the show as part of their course work this semester.<\/p>\n

Through their studies, students will explore the use of colour and develop drawing skills to communicate their ideas.<\/p>\n

Their Incognito artworks contribute to their learning, with pieces created in class using a range of materials such as paint, ink, charcoal, oil pastels and coloured pencils.<\/p>\n

The finished works will be exhibited and sold as part of the national show in Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville and online.<\/p>\n

Floristry teacher Natalie Raffaele, who was awarded gold at the 2026 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, said the experience gives students valuable, real-world experience.<\/p>\n

“This is such a fun and worthwhile project for students to be involved in. They get to explore their creativity, find their artistic voice and see their work shared beyond the classroom,” Raffaele said.<\/p>\n

Floristry student Emma Wheatland began her Certificate III in Floristry earlier this year and has already taken part in the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.<\/p>\n

“I chose floristry because I needed a creative outlet that I could turn into a career, and I’ve completely fallen in love with it,” Emma said.<\/p>\n

“Returning to study was a little daunting, but choosing The Gordon was easy because it’s close to home and I can balance family life with study. Now that I’m studying and I’m thinking about my future goals, I can see so many positive opportunities ahead. It’s absolutely worth it.”<\/p>\n

Emma said participating in industry events, such as Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show and now the Incognito Art Show, has had a big impact.<\/p>\n

“It’s really stretched my current skills,” she said. “It’s given me a glimpse into a whole range of career pathways in this industry I hadn’t considered.”<\/p>\n

Emma said strong people skills were one of the most important traits for anyone pursuing a career in floristry.<\/p>\n

“It’s underrated but essential,” she said. “I feel this is a defining trait for a lot of the florists that I look up to and see succeed.<\/p>\n

“Creativity matters, but so does being able to communicate your ideas to clients and co-workers.”<\/p>\n

For those considering a career in floristry, experiences such as industry events, excursions to wholesale flower markets and opportunities to learn from award-winning teachers are all part of the course experience at The Gordon.<\/p>\n

Students can also take part in major events such as the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show and the Incognito Art Show, gaining hands-on experience and the chance to showcase their work beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n

The course focuses on practical, industry-based learning while helping students build connections and confidence within the floristry industry.<\/p>\n

To explore the Incognito Art Show, head to incognitoartshow.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Choose a piece you love \u2013 you might be surprised who created it.<\/p>\n

To find out more about studying at The Gordon, visit thegordon.edu.au<\/a><\/p>\n

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STUDENTS at The Gordon are taking part in Australia’s biggest and most inclusive art sale. The Incognito Art Show is a not-for-profit art sale supporting Australian artists, with profits funding programs for artists living with disability. It is no ordinary art sale. Every A5 artwork, regardless of artist, is sold for $100. Only once an […]<\/p>\n

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