Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) 2026 Masterclass: Paiwan Bead Embroidery
Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre
Bead embroidery is a distinctive art form of the Indigenous Paiwan and Rukai peoples of Taiwan, historically reserved for nobility and symbolising honour, status and identity.
In this hands on workshop, participants will explore the cultural significance of Paiwan bead embroidery through patterns inspired by the sun – a sacred symbol in Paiwan mythology reflecting their origins as descendants of the sun. Guided through creating radiant circular motifs, participants will make their own beaded work while gaining insight into the symbolism and living cultural traditions embedded in Paiwan decorative practices.
In the realm of Paiwan clothing design, ‘alapiyac Parucunuq, committed to researching the expressions of traditional textile patterns and recording in detail the paths of their contemporary evolution and applications, is a guardian of decorative pattern design. He is well-versed in pattern structure and traditional beaded embroidery, turning traditional imagery into a vocabulary that can still be used today and thus presents the enduring vitality of Paiwan patterns in different eras.
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- Price
- Price Guide
- When
- Sat 11 Jul 2026
- Venue Opens
- Doors open
- 1.50pm
- Show Time
- 2.00pm
- Interval
- Duration
- 2.5 hrs
- Supporting Act(s)
- Rating
- MA - 15+
- Seating
- Unreserved Fully Seated
- Food
- Bar
- Companion Card
- Yes, click for more info
- Ticket Collection
- The Box Office opens at the advertised Venue Opens time for ticket collection and enquiries.
- Seating Plan
- Seating Plan
All materials included in the fee + complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments
MA 15+ - Restricted to 15yrs and Over. All 15-17 years must be accompanied by a responsible adult
| Price Level | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Fully Seated | Admit One | $210.00 |