FAIR GUIDE

Step into a world where art, music, and light collide at The Other Art Fair, Melbourne. In partnership with Just Another Agency, Mysterious Al’s dynamic artwork comes alive in an immersive experience that invites you to explore the intersections of creativity, sound, and sensation. Walk through a series of tunnels to enter a realm where Al’s art combines vibrant visuals, powerful sound, and immersive lighting to create a truly unique atmosphere.The energy in the room will pull you in, inviting you to move, dance, and lose yourself in the moment.

Get inked live at the Fair with our resident tattoo artists’ exclusive designs. Starting from $150, flash sheets only, take home a piece of art where you are the canvas.

Check out @Nah_Mate_Pokes, @Lily_Gloria_Tattoo, @KitsTattoo and @ReallyNicePoke over on instagram, to check out their unique styles! 

John Paine is a cartoonist, animator & illustrator from Sydney, Australia, whose work is distinctive and always fun.  He’s been making and drawing since he could hold a pencil, and is always working on something new and exciting, whether it’s packaging designs, viral videos, a range of cool movie posters, or something completely different! 

To celebrate The Other Art Fair’s milestone of reaching 100 Fairs globally, we’ve commissioned the super-talented illustrator and cartoonist John Paine to create 100 art-related drawings, which will make up an interactive mural at The Fair.   

You’ll be able to pick out famous artworks, cultural moments and artists, and help John bring them to life at the Fair by colouring them in – perhaps you’ll colour Frida’s hair blue, or make sure a duct taped banana gets an accurate yellow, the choice is up to you!  At the end of the Fair, there will be a full-colour design, and a sense of how mischievous you were in your colour choices…

Born in Argentina, and now living in Melbourne, Pedro Guarracino’s work reflects his colourful upbringing in Buenos Aires. Pedro is enamoured with cubist takes on reality, absurdism as a philosophical approach to life, and the idea that behind everything there will always be play. His sculptural work combines elements of both crochet and ceramics and reflects on the connection between the traditional and the modern.

As our selected New Futures awardee, Pedro will present his new body of work “Narrow Identities”. This body of work is an exploration on the role that social media plays in our lives and how, through the lens of our digital persona, the full depth and diversity of our identities are filtered or entirely subsumed. “Narrow Identities” will challenge the audience at The Other Art Fair to consider what is lost in the process of self-censorship and aims to provoke reflection on reclaiming those hidden parts of ourselves.

 Thanks to the wonders of Augmented Reality (AR) Pedro will be supported at the Fair by his trusty animated friend Kubo. 

A play on the ‘take what you need’ bulletin, the Karmacy invites you to pick the bottle containing what you most need, and allow the well-wishes of a karmacist to work it’s magic.  Replace the karmacist’s note with your own note of encouragement for the next soul in need of a pick-me-up, and place the bottle back on the shelf.

The Other Art Fair Teams Up with The Print Bar and Dangerous Females for Exclusive Merch with Purpose collaboration

The Other Art Fair is proud to announce a meaningful collaboration with Melbourne/Naarm-based print specialists The Print Bar to support the important work of Dangerous Females for its upcoming edition. 

Dangerous Females is a charity on a mission to raise awareness and funds for organisations supporting victims of violence and abuse. We achieve this through collaborations with creatives. 

“Our motto, “Do something, don’t do nothing,” means supporting our cause is as simple as following us on social media or buying from limited edition tees. We also host sensational events across Australia and have exciting collaborations popping up all the time.”

They’ve reclaimed the word “dangerous,” flipping its narrative to reflect the power and resilience of women. Dangerous Females stands united in inspiring action, fostering confidence, and ensuring women’s voices are heard.

The Other Art Fair will blend art + advocacy in partnership with 3 local artists to launch a collection of exclusive custom merchandise available only at the Fair, with all proceeds going towards this important collective movement.

The Print Bar is renowned for their mantra “there’s a creative thread in everyone.” Run by a team of designers, artists, and print specialists, they’ve built a reputation for quality and innovation, offering custom printing, with their no-minimum print policy and intuitive design tools, The Print Bar empowers everyone to transform their ideas into high-quality custom creations.

Joining the collaboration is The result of this partnership will be a bold and purposeful range of wearable art designed to spark conversation and make an impact. Proceeds from the merchandise will go directly toward supporting Dangerous Females’ mission to help women live free from violence.

“Art has always been a powerful medium for change, and we’re thrilled to partner with The Other Art Fair to support the work of Dangerous Females and amplify their vital message,” said Kelsie McArther, Brand Manager for The Print Bar. “We’ll harness the power of The Other Art Fair’s creative community to give a voice to the victims, and strive to give women a life free from violence.”

Complete your artwork purchase with a commissioned frame.

Step inside and witness Zoe Milah De Jesus’ film Garmonbozia!.

An ode to the artist. The film mirrors the frustration that comes with accepting our limitations, recalls the freedom and euphoria that emerges through building connection to self, reminds us to be playful and unserious, and ultimately emphasises that there is a deep spirituality and mystery that fuels an artist’s work.

We have reframed art with Fantastic Framing and invite you to step into the frame, channel your inner farmer (or farmer’s daughter), and give this masterpiece a modern Melbourne twist.

Artist Samantha Thompson is bringing back playtime and the best news is, this time it’s not for the kids.

Samantha’s work as an artist is often imbued with a sense of playfulness and her practice has seen her delve into the importance of helping adults rediscover the notion of “just for the joy”.

Designed to inhibit, change our gait, sight perceptions and attempt to trigger play memories and freedom. Samantha invites you to come and play. Get dressed in one of her wonderful creations and live by her one rule…have fun.

Meet Samantha on stand 098 and let the fun commence

Step into a space where emotions come to life. The Ultimate Mood Board invites you to reflect on your experiences and add your voice—visually—to a growing, collaborative artwork. Together, these small acts of self-expression will create a vibrant, living moodboard.

The “Marching Women: Rise Up” project celebrates the strength and resilience of women through the creation of “Marching Woman” sculptures. These iconic forms are the result of workshops that not only teach sculpting techniques but also foster community, connection, and empowerment. Each sculpture, unique and personal, embodies the diverse experiences and shared strength of women.

Watch the development of one of these sculptures from a lump of clay. Each takes up to 3 hours to create over several days, allowing the clay to firm up for each stage. Feeling inspired and playful? Join in and have a go at making your own.

“Marching Women: Rise Up” is a testament to the transformative power of art and the unyielding spirit of women, standing as a symbol of courage, determination, and community.

Getting to directly support independent local artists AND take home a piece of art you love is surely reward enough, but if you still want more then we got you.

Win an original artwork by ELK & DOMERGUE

 For every $250 you spend on artwork at The Other Art Fair with any artist at the Fair and you’ll receive an entry to win the original artwork ‘Coke Monkey’ a collaborative artwork by artists Christophe Domergue (@christophe.domergue.art) and Luke Cornish (@e.l.k), valued at $2500. 

The more art you buy, the more chances you have to win. 

Visit ELK & DOMERGUE on stand 067. 

Conditions of entry:

• Artwork must be bought at The Other Art Fair Melbourne | Naarm, 30 Jan-2 Feb 2025 
• For every $250 spent on art at the Fair the purchaser will receive one (1) entry into the draw
• To be eligible for entry, purchaser must have completed the contact information on the Sales Docket, and opted in to be contacted by The Other Art Fair
• The draw will take place Monday 10th February and the winner will be notified by phone or email
• Delivery will be included for free to any metropolitan Melbourne address. Any address located outside of metropolitan Melbourne area will incur a delivery fee at the winner’s cost.

Longrain, led by Scott Pickett, is a lively, vibrant restaurant in Melbourne, serving modern Thai cuisine. Longrain is creating a pop-up restaurant at The Other Art Fair serving their signature traditional Thai recipes with a contemporary twist, incorporating fresh local Australian ingredients and Southeast Asian influences.

Mabu Mabu is a saying that means ‘help yourself’. They are a Torres Strait owned business making Indigenous food the hero of the Australian kitchen.

NICO’s will be bringing their iconic deli sandwiches to the Fair – fast and fresh!

The bar at The Other Art Fair is fully stocked, offering a wide range of drinks, from refreshing cocktails and fine wines to craft beers and non-alcoholic options.