[Un]Guilty Pleasures

1 November - 29 February 2024
ArtPOD

This residency is an exercise in examining and unpacking the idea of guilty pleasures - those things that we do or consume that bring joy - but are often looked down upon as trivial or undignified.

This interest in guilty pleasures stems from a deep love of fandom and the ways in which we seek connection and a build sense of identity. This intense devotion can often be dismissed by outsiders as something best kept to themselves or requiring justification. This attitude is often extended to craft-making as well, however labelling these pursuits as ‘hobbies’ has similarly devalued the significance of the labour and dedication involved with these activities - often perceived as mindless, decorative and delicate, devoid of significant content.

[un]Guilty Pleasures invites the public to divulge their weird and wonderful hobbies or obsessions. Those little things that bring pure and utter joy. Our communal joys will be stitched onto a quilt, to hold and spend time with them, providing an avenue for celebration and connection.

This residency has been supported by Guildhouse and the City of Adelaide