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MANGAWHAI'S NO.1 NEWSPAPER
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Tartan history to inspire designers.jpg "japanese celtic warrior(copy)") The next Waipu Museum Art n Tartan Wearable Art awards are scheduled for June 27-28 in 2014 and the entry form is already available to give aspiring entrants plenty of time to get creative.The Art n Tartan Wearable Arts have a unique point of difference. Entries are required to contain 30 percent tartan rendered in any medium. The tartan is a symbol of self-expression and commemorates the repeal of the ‘Act of Proscription’ which banned men and boys from the wearing of tartan after the Battle of Culloden. Tartan was used and worn by the many Celtic people who lived throughout ancient Europe, but eventually it became associated with the Highland Scots. The Highland Scots were typical of their ancient forbears – they were tribal and warlike, so after Culloden, forbidding them from wearing tartan was seen as a way of quelling their rebellious tendencies! Thus, we can see tartan as representing the right to self expression for all people. The categories provide possibilities for entrants to explore a whole range of interesting concepts and ideas. The last show included some stunning entries from local high school students. We hope that many more will feel inspired to take part. There is a generous cash prize pool of $6500, with the Supreme Award winner walking away with $2000. We are also looking for people who would be interested in joining in as models. We hope we may get some more entries from elsewhere in New Zealand. There are a few rehearsals required and this can be facilitated if we can offer models that live closer. We will also be offering some stagecraft and movement workshops in early in 2014 for to anyone interested in participating. In the first half of the show, the entries are woven into a dramatic theatrical presentation – an extravaganza of magical lighting and sound. The second half presents the entries in a more traditional catwalk presentation. Ideally models should have confidence on stage and move well. They do not need to be a ‘standard’ physical type. This is not a ‘fashion’ show. It is an exciting piece of theatre! ■ For more information visit www.waipumusem.com and go to the events page. You can download the entry form or phone Waipu Museum on (09) 432 0746.
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