Paper on Skin™

Paper on Skin™ invites Australian and international artists to embrace the challenge of designing a wearable garment made from at least 80% paper.

The biennial event originates on the North-West Coast of Tasmania where, for many decades, pulp and papermaking was a key industry. 

While the factories no longer exist, the love of paper lives on in the cultural life of the area.

The event continues to evolve and attract attention from artists and paper lovers from around the world.

These films capture the exquisite beauty of the works and extraordinary creativity of our finalists and award winners.

Paper on Skin™ Major Partner: Devonport City Council. 
Partners: North-West Support Services and The Cove, Tasmania.

Profile Picture:
Sally Baldwin (UK) 'After the Bushfires: Regeneration' - Major Award Winner 2024


Masthead Picture:
Prue Corlette (AUS, NSW), 'Paper, Pattern, Dress (after Junon)' 
Paper as Textile Award 

Images: Grant Wells Photo