Common Threads Collective brings together five women artists - Katherine Butcher, Jo Mellor, Jackelyn Bickell, Rafaela Mori, and Maryellen van der Vegt - exploring textile-based practices framed by co-creation and sustainability.

From Where She Stands is an immersive and dynamic installation experience, created using unwanted textiles from the commercial sector showcasing a diverse range of practices including painting, stitching, weaving and crochet. This exhibition engages with low-impact, 100% repurposed materials and artistic collaboration to express a perspective of the world and personal seasons of life from the place where each artist stands. The Collective revisits forgotten works, revitalises neglected resources and shares skills to make sustainability both a creative method and a means to convey a commitment to community and a sense of belonging. 

Common Threads Collective is the successful recipient of the Northern Beaches Arts & Creativity Grant 2024/25. 

Exhibition Opening & Artist Talk 

• Sat 18 Oct, 5-8pm