JUNE 28 to JULY 9, 2017
=0D=0A=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.
=0D=0A=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.
=0D=0A=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.
=0D=0A=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.
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