Paper on and off Skin Partners
Paper on Skin and Paper off Skin are proud to be associated with our partners who enable our incredible events to grow, evolve and showcase the wonders of paper art.
We thank the organisations and individuals below for their generosity in supporting the arts and commitment to developing the region as a centre of cultural excellence.
Devonport City Council
On the 18th December, 2023, the Devonport City Council unanimously endorsed a Partnership Agreement with Paper on Skin™ which will involve significant support for the competition and associated events to be held in Devonport in 2024 and 2026. We look forward to continuing to develop our relationship with the council and the Devonport community throughout our activities and events. Thank you councillors, council staff and citizens of Devonport for welcoming us to your city!
North West Support Service
North West Support Service (NWSS) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides disability support in the North West Region of Tasmania. NWSS partners with Paper on Skin™ to provide meaningful training and mentoring opportunities for clients with an interest in music, film, sound and lighting design and fashion. The band Alluvium, featuring Paul Corfiatis and Aaron Hopper, created an original soundtrack for the Paper on Skin™ films in 2022. That soundtrack went on to win a national APRA AMCOS music award for ‘Excellence in a Regional Area.’
nwss.org.au
Tasmanian Government
Paper on Skin™ was a successful recipient of the Tasmanian Government’s 2021-22 round of support for Arts Organisations. The grant provided assistance to deliver all of the Paper on Skin™ activities during 2022.
Honourable Roger Jaensch MP - Liberal Member for Braddon
Sponsor of Runner Up Award Paper on Skin™ - $2000
Tasmanian Hearing and Implant Centre
Tasmanian Hearing and Implant Centre – Dr Kellie Walker’s Encouragement Award, Paper on Skin – for recognition of talent and to encourage pursuit of the artform $1000.
tasmanianhearing.com.au
Janet De Boer OAM
Janet De Boer OAM is a leader in the Australian textile art community and is currently Editor of the online magazine Fibre Forum. Janet attended the very first 'paper on skin' in 2012 and returned in 2018 as a judge for the competition. A true supporter of the event, in 2020 Janet initiated and sponsored an entirely new award in honour of Paper on Skin Concept Originator Pam Thorne and her equally 'paper-passionate' husband Neil.
Photo: Janet De Boer OAM presenting Pam Thorne with a gift of false eyelashes at the 2018 'paper on skin' award ceremony (Grant Wells Photo)
Stephanie Reynolds – Artist and Consultant
Stephanie Reynolds, a finalist in Paper on Skin in 2014, 2016 and 2018, has made the shift to becoming a Paper on Skin™ sponsor with her support of the Designer Dreaming Award - $1000. The prize will be awarded to a work which evokes an historic period or draws inspiration from the glamour of couture design.
Anzara Clark Art
Anzara Clark’s inaugural entry into Paper on Skin in 2014 saw her awarded the Betta Milk Major Award. She has since devoted nearly a decade to researching and working with paper. Her passion is exploring the possibilities of paper as textile. In 2024 she will sponsor the ‘Paper as Textile’ award to the value of $1200.
Awagami Factory
Awagami Paper Award, Paper on Skin. A selection of Awagami Editioning papers to the value of over AUD$500 - to recognise the use of handmade, artisanal and/or non-commercial paper. The Awagami Factory is in Tokushima, Japan and we are thrilled to be partnering with a this family-run paper mill which produces an exceptional range of high quality washi papers.
awagami.com
Cocoon Designs
Cocoon designs sponsor the Public Vote Award for Paper on Skin™ - $500
cocoondesigns.com.au
Temple-Smith Lawyers, Linda Johnston Director
Major Sponsor for the inaugural Paper off Skin competition and exhibition in 2022. Temple-Smith Lawyers are a Gold Sponsor for Paper on Skin ™ 2023. Many thanks to Director Linda Johnston.
Sumday
Sumday is a leading carbon accounting platform headquartered in Burnie. They support businesses to upskill and account for their carbon emissions with the help of their existing accountant, advisor or finance team. The founders are Burnie locals and are very proud to support local arts initiatives and give back to the community they love!
Anita Dow
In 2022 Anita Dow MP sponsored the Runner Up Award in the inaugural Paper off Skin. In 2024 she is a Silver Sponsor for Paper on Skin™.
Leonie Hiscutt MLC – Liberal Member for Montgomery
Leonie has been a huge supporter of Paper on Skin™ since it began. In 2024 she will join as a Silver Sponsor.
One Agency Collins Real Estate
In 2022 One Agency Collins Real Estate sponsored the People's Choice Award, for Paper off Skin, $500. In 2024 they return as a Silver Sponsor for Paper on Skin™.
Devonport Regional Gallery
The Devonport Regional Gallery will host the Paper on Skin™ exhibition in 2024 from Sept 28 - Nov 16th.
paranaple arts centre
Home of the Devonport Regional Gallery, thank you to the skilled and hardworking staff at the centre.
Sue Rees Modelling and Deportment Academy
Sue Rees has thirty-five years’ experience in the modelling industry. Paper on Skin™ are thrilled to be partnering with Sue and her wonderful band of models for our 2024 event.
En Vogue Modelling Agency and Events
From our inaugural event in 2012, En Vogue have provided models for Paper on Skin™. The gallery section of this website is testimony to En Vogue and each and every one of the models who have participated since the inception of our event.
Cape Studios
Owner/operator of Cape Studios is Nicholas Higgins, together with his wife Suzie. Nick is a core member of the Paper on Skin team and leads the film department.
Grant Wells Photo
Grant Wells is the official photographer for Paper on Skin. Grant's beautiful images capture the artistry of each piece and inspire and inform the viewer. Showcasing the subject is always Grant's first priority, as our gallery of images demonstrate.
RANT arts
RANT arts are a venue host for Paper on Skin™ and Paper off Skin workshops and contribute greatly to the cultural ecosystem of the North-West Coast. Thanks to Co-Directors Kitty Taylor and Nathan Tucker for your leadership and generosity.
Don College
Paper on Skin will be working collaboratively with selected Don College classes to provide opportunities for students to develop skills and real-world experiences via our events.
DCCI
Paper on Skin aims to engage and enhance business activity through our activities. We thank the Devonport Chamber of Commerce and Industry for supporting us in these initiatives.
Jenny Cox Events
Events dynamo Jenny Cox has been involved with Paper on Skin since its inception. Jenny is now assisting with planning the gala and associated activities. Magic will happen.
Burnie City Council
Since inception, Burnie City Council has contributed greatly to supporting the growth and development of Paper on Skin. We also acknowledge the financial support provided by council in the creation and maintenance of this website.
burnie.net
Brand Tasmania
Burnie Arts Council Inc are a Brand Tasmania partner. Through this partnership we are working to build an evolved expression of what makes Tasmania special. Tasmania – the quiet pursuit of the extraordinary.