I'm not always good about getting these museum pics posted while there's still time for other people to get to the exhibit, but this time, I'm on it! And this exhibit is so, so, so inspiring! You really have to go if you're in the Boston area.
I attended the opening night of the Peabody Essex Museum's WOW or World of Wearable Art exhibit. The exhibit is fascinating and inspiring and even includes an area where you can make a paper doll with some fancy art clothing!
And now onto the life size art. Pieces in WOW — which is actually a contest out of New Zealand — must be actually wearable. You can read all about it here.
I think that this lobster was my favorite. So insanely fabulous in every way!
You must look at the details on all of these outfits. From shoes to hats to gloves to accessories, everything has been thought out to the very last detail!
The artist who made this piece was actually in attendance at the event. I eavesdropped as she was chatting with some people. I was too shy to ask any questions myself, but it was interesting to hear her talk about her work:
I could have stared at this piece all day and seen something new each and every time. Love it!
And I'm not the only one who liked it. As you can see from the postcard above, the museum used it on advertising.
The photos do not do this dress justice. It was glittery beyond glittery. Perfect Barbie glittery pink!
I definitely had a feeling of female empowerment in many of the outfits.
There was an exhibit of bras, which included a few taxidermied pieces. (Hint: 2 of the 3 animal pieces are actual animals. Can you tell which one is fake?)
This outfit is made from zip ties!
So many amazing things to see. People are so creative. It's amazing.
This exhibit is definitely worth a visit. I hope you'll get a chance to see it!
Thanks for stopping by!
Thank you so much for posting your museum & gallery jaunts, living on the other side of the pond it is impossible to see these marvellous things in person. Please know it is very much appreciated.
Thank you so much for posting your museum & gallery jaunts, living on the other side of the pond it is impossible to see these marvellous things in person. Please know it is very much appreciated.
Thank you so much for posting your museum & gallery jaunts, living on the other side of the pond it is impossible to see these marvellous things in person. Please know it is very much appreciated.
Thank you so much for posting your museum & gallery jaunts, living on the other side of the pond it is impossible to see these marvellous things in person. Please know it is very much appreciated.
Thank you so much for posting your museum & gallery jaunts, living on the other side of the pond it is impossible to see these marvellous things in person. Please know it is very much appreciated.
Thank you so much for posting your museum & gallery jaunts, living on the other side of the pond it is impossible to see these marvellous things in person. Please know it is very much appreciated.
WOW! So so interesting. I just love it all. Thanks for sharing your experience. I just love the little dolls with the cupcake uses for skirts, etc. So cool!
WOW! So so interesting. I just love it all. Thanks for sharing your experience. I just love the little dolls with the cupcake uses for skirts, etc. So cool!
WOW! So so interesting. I just love it all. Thanks for sharing your experience. I just love the little dolls with the cupcake uses for skirts, etc. So cool!
WOW! So so interesting. I just love it all. Thanks for sharing your experience. I just love the little dolls with the cupcake uses for skirts, etc. So cool!
WOW! So so interesting. I just love it all. Thanks for sharing your experience. I just love the little dolls with the cupcake uses for skirts, etc. So cool!
WOW! So so interesting. I just love it all. Thanks for sharing your experience. I just love the little dolls with the cupcake uses for skirts, etc. So cool!
Hi Julie,
This is Amazing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful experience and museum. WOW
Happy Wednesday,
Fawna
Hi Julie,
This is Amazing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful experience and museum. WOW
Happy Wednesday,
Fawna
Hi Julie,
This is Amazing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful experience and museum. WOW
Happy Wednesday,
Fawna
Hi Julie,
This is Amazing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful experience and museum. WOW
Happy Wednesday,
Fawna
Hi Julie,
This is Amazing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful experience and museum. WOW
Happy Wednesday,
Fawna
Hi Julie,
This is Amazing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful experience and museum. WOW
Happy Wednesday,
Fawna
what a fabulous museum – one I surely would love to visit – thank you for sharing.
what a fabulous museum – one I surely would love to visit – thank you for sharing.
what a fabulous museum – one I surely would love to visit – thank you for sharing.
what a fabulous museum – one I surely would love to visit – thank you for sharing.
what a fabulous museum – one I surely would love to visit – thank you for sharing.
what a fabulous museum – one I surely would love to visit – thank you for sharing.
this is fascinating- (and can I just say how jealous I am that you live in an area that is not only filled with museums but with museums that let you take photos? Our one museum has docents crawling around it that snatch away your phone/camera if you even pull it out!) What’s interesting to me is that your reaction (female empowerment) is exactly the opposite of mine. I see a lot of bondage (compared to the freedom to move without limitation, flexibility, etc…), traditional female roles and forms, and shackles. And lots of “protection”- layers of shells, spikes, tentacles, etc. (perhaps to protect from violence- an interesting reaction to the last few years and the rise against violence towards women, maybe?) I love the way art brings out different reactions in different viewers. That’s what makes it a process of engagement rather than just a static thing.
this is fascinating- (and can I just say how jealous I am that you live in an area that is not only filled with museums but with museums that let you take photos? Our one museum has docents crawling around it that snatch away your phone/camera if you even pull it out!) What’s interesting to me is that your reaction (female empowerment) is exactly the opposite of mine. I see a lot of bondage (compared to the freedom to move without limitation, flexibility, etc…), traditional female roles and forms, and shackles. And lots of “protection”- layers of shells, spikes, tentacles, etc. (perhaps to protect from violence- an interesting reaction to the last few years and the rise against violence towards women, maybe?) I love the way art brings out different reactions in different viewers. That’s what makes it a process of engagement rather than just a static thing.
this is fascinating- (and can I just say how jealous I am that you live in an area that is not only filled with museums but with museums that let you take photos? Our one museum has docents crawling around it that snatch away your phone/camera if you even pull it out!) What’s interesting to me is that your reaction (female empowerment) is exactly the opposite of mine. I see a lot of bondage (compared to the freedom to move without limitation, flexibility, etc…), traditional female roles and forms, and shackles. And lots of “protection”- layers of shells, spikes, tentacles, etc. (perhaps to protect from violence- an interesting reaction to the last few years and the rise against violence towards women, maybe?) I love the way art brings out different reactions in different viewers. That’s what makes it a process of engagement rather than just a static thing.
this is fascinating- (and can I just say how jealous I am that you live in an area that is not only filled with museums but with museums that let you take photos? Our one museum has docents crawling around it that snatch away your phone/camera if you even pull it out!) What’s interesting to me is that your reaction (female empowerment) is exactly the opposite of mine. I see a lot of bondage (compared to the freedom to move without limitation, flexibility, etc…), traditional female roles and forms, and shackles. And lots of “protection”- layers of shells, spikes, tentacles, etc. (perhaps to protect from violence- an interesting reaction to the last few years and the rise against violence towards women, maybe?) I love the way art brings out different reactions in different viewers. That’s what makes it a process of engagement rather than just a static thing.
this is fascinating- (and can I just say how jealous I am that you live in an area that is not only filled with museums but with museums that let you take photos? Our one museum has docents crawling around it that snatch away your phone/camera if you even pull it out!) What’s interesting to me is that your reaction (female empowerment) is exactly the opposite of mine. I see a lot of bondage (compared to the freedom to move without limitation, flexibility, etc…), traditional female roles and forms, and shackles. And lots of “protection”- layers of shells, spikes, tentacles, etc. (perhaps to protect from violence- an interesting reaction to the last few years and the rise against violence towards women, maybe?) I love the way art brings out different reactions in different viewers. That’s what makes it a process of engagement rather than just a static thing.
this is fascinating- (and can I just say how jealous I am that you live in an area that is not only filled with museums but with museums that let you take photos? Our one museum has docents crawling around it that snatch away your phone/camera if you even pull it out!) What’s interesting to me is that your reaction (female empowerment) is exactly the opposite of mine. I see a lot of bondage (compared to the freedom to move without limitation, flexibility, etc…), traditional female roles and forms, and shackles. And lots of “protection”- layers of shells, spikes, tentacles, etc. (perhaps to protect from violence- an interesting reaction to the last few years and the rise against violence towards women, maybe?) I love the way art brings out different reactions in different viewers. That’s what makes it a process of engagement rather than just a static thing.
Thank you for posting this. It was a treat for the eyes!
…and I know why you liked that particular piece because it look like you made it!!!!
Maria
Thank you for posting this. It was a treat for the eyes!
…and I know why you liked that particular piece because it look like you made it!!!!
Maria
Thank you for posting this. It was a treat for the eyes!
…and I know why you liked that particular piece because it look like you made it!!!!
Maria
Thank you for posting this. It was a treat for the eyes!
…and I know why you liked that particular piece because it look like you made it!!!!
Maria
Thank you for posting this. It was a treat for the eyes!
…and I know why you liked that particular piece because it look like you made it!!!!
Maria
Thank you for posting this. It was a treat for the eyes!
…and I know why you liked that particular piece because it look like you made it!!!!
Maria
WOW is right! Lots of interesting details and lots of strong/war/playful(?)bondage images.
WOW is right! Lots of interesting details and lots of strong/war/playful(?)bondage images.
WOW is right! Lots of interesting details and lots of strong/war/playful(?)bondage images.
WOW is right! Lots of interesting details and lots of strong/war/playful(?)bondage images.
WOW is right! Lots of interesting details and lots of strong/war/playful(?)bondage images.
WOW is right! Lots of interesting details and lots of strong/war/playful(?)bondage images.
Stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing.
Stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing.
Stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing.
Stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing.
Stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing.
Stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for sharing! Amazing exhibit!
Thank you for sharing! Amazing exhibit!
Thank you for sharing! Amazing exhibit!
Thank you for sharing! Amazing exhibit!
Thank you for sharing! Amazing exhibit!
Thank you for sharing! Amazing exhibit!
Thank you Julie! You made my day!
Thank you Julie! You made my day!
Thank you Julie! You made my day!
Thank you Julie! You made my day!
Thank you Julie! You made my day!
Thank you Julie! You made my day!
Outstanding! Love the shoes.
Outstanding! Love the shoes.
Outstanding! Love the shoes.
Outstanding! Love the shoes.
Outstanding! Love the shoes.
Outstanding! Love the shoes.
I love it when you show us museum stuff. But I really do not understand any of this art. Maybe I really do not “get” art. I think it is suppose to be self expression. And well, um, not sure what to think. But it probably does not matter actually. And there is just a lot to learn in life. Thanks again.
I love it when you show us museum stuff. But I really do not understand any of this art. Maybe I really do not “get” art. I think it is suppose to be self expression. And well, um, not sure what to think. But it probably does not matter actually. And there is just a lot to learn in life. Thanks again.
I love it when you show us museum stuff. But I really do not understand any of this art. Maybe I really do not “get” art. I think it is suppose to be self expression. And well, um, not sure what to think. But it probably does not matter actually. And there is just a lot to learn in life. Thanks again.
I love it when you show us museum stuff. But I really do not understand any of this art. Maybe I really do not “get” art. I think it is suppose to be self expression. And well, um, not sure what to think. But it probably does not matter actually. And there is just a lot to learn in life. Thanks again.
I love it when you show us museum stuff. But I really do not understand any of this art. Maybe I really do not “get” art. I think it is suppose to be self expression. And well, um, not sure what to think. But it probably does not matter actually. And there is just a lot to learn in life. Thanks again.
I love it when you show us museum stuff. But I really do not understand any of this art. Maybe I really do not “get” art. I think it is suppose to be self expression. And well, um, not sure what to think. But it probably does not matter actually. And there is just a lot to learn in life. Thanks again.
What am amazing exhibit! It’s like the unconventional materials challenge on Project Runway, but 1000 times better.
What am amazing exhibit! It’s like the unconventional materials challenge on Project Runway, but 1000 times better.
What am amazing exhibit! It’s like the unconventional materials challenge on Project Runway, but 1000 times better.
What am amazing exhibit! It’s like the unconventional materials challenge on Project Runway, but 1000 times better.
What am amazing exhibit! It’s like the unconventional materials challenge on Project Runway, but 1000 times better.
What am amazing exhibit! It’s like the unconventional materials challenge on Project Runway, but 1000 times better.
Well I think you need to come here to Aotearoa, New Zealand to see an actual WOW show. They are amazing.
Then maybe you could run some classes. Perfect.
Well I think you need to come here to Aotearoa, New Zealand to see an actual WOW show. They are amazing.
Then maybe you could run some classes. Perfect.
Well I think you need to come here to Aotearoa, New Zealand to see an actual WOW show. They are amazing.
Then maybe you could run some classes. Perfect.
Well I think you need to come here to Aotearoa, New Zealand to see an actual WOW show. They are amazing.
Then maybe you could run some classes. Perfect.
Well I think you need to come here to Aotearoa, New Zealand to see an actual WOW show. They are amazing.
Then maybe you could run some classes. Perfect.
Well I think you need to come here to Aotearoa, New Zealand to see an actual WOW show. They are amazing.
Then maybe you could run some classes. Perfect.
I thought your outfit looked pretty good amongst all of this mad wonder. I also appreciate your postings here. My world is a little limited with not being able to walk well yet. So any broadening of outlook is really great! Thank you so much.
I thought your outfit looked pretty good amongst all of this mad wonder. I also appreciate your postings here. My world is a little limited with not being able to walk well yet. So any broadening of outlook is really great! Thank you so much.
I thought your outfit looked pretty good amongst all of this mad wonder. I also appreciate your postings here. My world is a little limited with not being able to walk well yet. So any broadening of outlook is really great! Thank you so much.
I thought your outfit looked pretty good amongst all of this mad wonder. I also appreciate your postings here. My world is a little limited with not being able to walk well yet. So any broadening of outlook is really great! Thank you so much.
I thought your outfit looked pretty good amongst all of this mad wonder. I also appreciate your postings here. My world is a little limited with not being able to walk well yet. So any broadening of outlook is really great! Thank you so much.
I thought your outfit looked pretty good amongst all of this mad wonder. I also appreciate your postings here. My world is a little limited with not being able to walk well yet. So any broadening of outlook is really great! Thank you so much.
Thank you for widening our world with intrigueing and amazing photos!
Thank you for widening our world with intrigueing and amazing photos!
Thank you for widening our world with intrigueing and amazing photos!
Thank you for widening our world with intrigueing and amazing photos!
Thank you for widening our world with intrigueing and amazing photos!
Thank you for widening our world with intrigueing and amazing photos!