FREE | Demonstrations Warp Speed: Live Professional Weaving Demonstrations

Step into The Weavers’ Studio and witness a master at work as the Australian Tapestry Workshop’s Pamela Joyce creates a tapestry from the work of celebrated Australian artist Karen Black.
Watch the transfer of the artist’s vision from oil on canvas to wool on warp as Pam constructs this expert reimagining of Karen’s artwork Fire and Ice across three special demonstrations.
This unique event offers a rare, behind the scenes look at the skill, precision and collaboration behind contemporary tapestry production from the nation’s leading tapestry producer, the Australian Tapestry Workshop.
Featuring live commentary from guest experts including Karen Black herself, this is your chance to gain insight into the creative process, techniques, colour, materiality and the unique relationship between the artist and the weaver.
Warp Speed is the ideal event for those seeking to enrich their appreciation for the artform as well as those looking to understand the difference between weft and right.
This event is part of our Weave it with us program series, which includes talks, tours, workshops, live demonstrations and drop-in activities for all ages and skill levels. Programs presented in partnership with the Australian Tapestry Workshop.
Free, drop-in
Duration: 4 hrs