The event organisers have announced that registrations are now open for the 2013 Australian Body Art Canivale which takes place in Eumundi on 11 and 12 May.
Australia’s premier body art event, the Carnivale attracts artists and spectators from across Australia and overseas. Featuring competitions in full body art (temporary art – not tattoo) and face painting. It also includes competitions and exhibitions in wearable art, vehicle art and photography.
The theme for this year's Carnivale is ‘The Best of Oz’, where artists will be competing for over $14,000 in cash and prizes. There are opportunities for artists with backgrounds in visual art, make up and special effects, textile art, street art, and graphic art.
“Competitors from past events tell us that competing is an experience like no other – a unique opportunity to work alongside fellow artists, a chance to showcase their creativity, some great prizes and a whole lot of fun." says Event Manager Danielle Taylor.
Fashion Design students from Sunshine Coast TAFE have already registered their interest for the 2013 Bendigo Bank Wearable Competition at the Australian Body Art Carnivale. The students are also working on a wearable art project for Floating Land using a biodegradable plastic called Plantic which has been supplied by Sunshine Coast Council.
“The challenge for designers is to create garments from recycled materials or items that have had a “life” before”, she says. Judges will also be looking for creative edge and originality of material, so designers are encouraged to "think outside the square" when brainstorming their wearable art designs.
This project will be showcased at the Body Art Carnivale first before being used for Floating Land – effectively recycling the project!
For more info, competition registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.australianbodyart.com.au or the Australian Body Art Carnivale Facebook page.
