Talk Contemporary: Weave and Weft: Art and Fashion

Fashion transcends mere commerce. Our approach to clothing and adornment has cultural and historical implications. It has the potential to communicate facets of our identity, class, histories and worldviews. But is this seriousness and complexity undermined by commercial and brand aspirations?

This panel considers the idea of fashion as a cultural narrator. How are artists, designers and institutions addressing barriers that have separated art and fashion? How can fashion be a tool for self and communal expression, political commentary and cultural identity?

Atong Atem | Speaker
Lisa Havilah | Speaker
Kaylene Milner | Speaker
Darren Sylvester | Speaker
Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran | Moderator
Programmed by Micheal Do

Location: Talk Contemporary Theatre
RSVP recommended. Entry to Talk Contemporary is on a first come, first serve basis.
A valid ticket to Sydney Contemporary 2024 is required for entry to this talk.

Image: Darren Sylvester, Fernanda Ly: 10 Magazine. Courtesy of the artist and Neon Parc, Melbourne.