:: We create Wearable Art ::

Exploring the intersection of Art, Fashion and Craft

Transforming pre-loved Garments and Materials into new Shapes.

Re-Inventing Archetypes, playing with sociocultural Codes, queering up traditional Concepts.

• Art

Infusing Objects [clothes] with Meaning.

The Process of Creating is a Ritual,

that the Audience can witness or take part in.

Each Piece is unique and chooses its Owner.

• Fashion

Protects, accentuates, hides and reveals.

Creates Silhouettes and helps us to shift Shapes.

A Language that we are all fluent in.

• Craft

Transforming Materials into new Shapes.

With Tools, Time and Dedication.

A sensual and intimate Act that results into something Precious

that we can use to express Ourselves.

What we Create:

.: One-of-a-kind Pieces of Wearable Art, made from pre-loved Garments and Materials.

.: Pieces with special History; with a unique Character that the Wearer can bond with.

.: We combine traditional Craft (Sewing, Leather Work, Drawing) with Art (Performance, Installation, Social Sculpture) and Ritual / Embodiment Practices.

.: Geared towards Artists, Queer People and other rebellious Spirits.

What we Teach:

.: The Value of Clothes, Materials and Craft.

.: Repairing and recycling what's already there.

.: Rethinking existing Concepts and Codes.

.: Somatic Experiencing, Embodiment, Playfight

Barbara Pesendorfer

A corset maker and costume designer, who creates wearable art with a focus on shapes, lines and textures.

Barbara has a background as traditional tailor and couturière and works as an independent artisan under the name Royal Black since 2006.