Eco-Threads Art Show at the Coast Collective

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Monday, July 3rd, 2017
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

JUNE 28 to JULY 9, 2017

CC Collaboration with the Vancouver Island Surface Design Association. Exhibition coincides with the Northwest Association of Weavers’ Conference June 28 to July 2 at the University of Victoria.

Eco-threads is an open challenge to all VISDA members & Coast Collective Fibre Artist Members. Eco-threads can be defined as ecology, the environment, biology, nature, or re-using, re-purposing, remaking, or recycling in relation to your sustainable or environmentally sensitive fibre art practice. It challenges you to create your concept of Eco-threads. Interpret it in any way you choose: on a personal level, on a global level, or perhaps related to changes and growth in your favourite means of expression.

As well, on the evening of July 7, live models will strut the runway to showcase the dynamic creations of local designers. “Upcycling”, also known as creative reuse, is a fast-growing, environmentally-friendly process of transforming by-products, waste materials, useless, or unwanted products into new materials or products.

The ECO-THREADS FASHION SHOW will give event attendees the opportunity to mix and mingle while they witness how discarded materials are given a remarkable and dazzling second life. All fashions are produced by local artists. The event is free-of-charge to the public, and all attendees can enter the door-prize draw to win a gallery print. You won't want to miss this wonderful event.