Behind the Seams: Iris van Herpen

What happens behind the scenes to bring an exhibition to life at GOMA?

Join QAGOMA Staff for an exclusive discussion about Iris van Herpen’s dynamic approach to fabrics and techniques including subtle hand-crafting and 3D printing. Learn about the complexities involved in bringing 100 of her intricate and unique garments from Paris to Brisbane.

Hosted by Nina Miall, Curator, International Art, QAGOMA.

Ticket includes:

ART | 5.30 - 6.30pm | After Hours Exhibition Viewing | Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses (Level 1, GOMA)

TALK | 6.30 - 7.30pm | Behind the Seams: Iris van Herpen | Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses (Level 1, GOMA)

A valid Behind the Seams event ticket is required for this event. Note: Complimentary ‘Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses’ exhibition tickets or QAGOMA Members free ticket vouchers cannot be redeemed for this event.

Here’s what to expect at this event.

Everyone is welcome! Please contact [email protected] in advance of the program if you have any access needs or queries about the event. Find out more about Accessibility at QAGOMA and planning your visit.

We accept Companion Cards. A Companion Card is issued by the Queensland Government, for those with a disability and need for attendant care support. The ‘Companion’ ticket type is only valid for your companion to gain complimentary entry. A General Admission or QAGOMA Member ticket is required for the Companion Card holder to access this event. A valid companion card number is required to be supplied upon booking.

Participation and content

• You are welcome to come with a friend or by yourself. Many people attend the Gallery solo.
• This event has a capacity of 100 attendees.
• We ask all attendees to be kind, respectful, and courteous to all participants, speakers and staff at this event. This program will be monitored by QAGOMA staff to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our attendees, speakers and staff.

Sensory aspects

• Speakers will use an amplified microphone.
• Background music will be played during the event.
• Please let us know in advance if you are hard of hearing so we can make this talk accessible for you.
• A screen will be used during the event.
• Chairs with backs will be available.
• The Gallery air conditioning is set to 21°C to conserve the artworks.
• This event will be photographed/filmed by QAGOMA staff. If you do not wish to be photographed/filmed, please advise a QAGOMA staff member on arrival.
• We accept Companion Cards. The ‘Companion’ ticket type is only valid for your companion to gain complimentary entry. A General Admission or QAGOMA Member ticket is required for the Companion Card holder to access this event. A valid companion card number is required to be supplied upon booking.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Gallery of Modern Art, Stanley Place, South Brisbane, Australia