When: Friday, 13th March, 9:30am - 3.30pm

Where: Abbotsford Convent

Presenter: Chantelle Taxis 

Cost:

• $229 for members
• $329 for non-members 
• $109 for students/pre-service teachers

Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

We're back at Abbotsford Convent for 2026 with one of our most popular upskilling workshops for teachers - Fashion Illustration with Chantelle Taxis. But this year, we're switching things up!

In honour of the blockbuster exhibition Westwood Kawakubo currently on show at NGV, this year's workshop will focus on the inimitable work of Vivienne Westwood. Taking inspiration from her rebellious textures, luxurious textiles and unique silhouettes, participants will learn creative techniques to generate and communicate a range of creative design ideas.

Chantelle will also take you through how to annotate your illustrations using the correct terminology to discuss designs - the elements and principles of design. 

This session is directed to educators that are new to teaching textiles but is a great session for teachers that need some sacred, dedicated time to practice new skills and creative thinking exercises that they would like to share in the classroom.

Please try to bring the following items:

• scissors/cutting knife
• coloured/watercolour pencils
• lead pencils
• eraser
• sharpener
• watercolours and paint brushes
• black waterproof pens

Disclaimer

The approaches outlined in this workshop are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the views of DATTA Vic. While all attempts have been made to align the advice and suggestions with VCAA expectations, the material has not been verified by VCAA. Presenters have acted with all available information from VCAA at the time of publication.

Responsibility for any loss resulting from action or refraining from action in response to the material must be accepted by participants. Teachers must refer to the mandatory documents in relation to the study from VCAA, available online and updated every year.