Collarts

26/08/2026

Racks of outfits, cameras flashing and a room buzzing with creative energy, that's the vibe from our 2 hour fashion shoot with James Morris and Nikon Australia last month 📸

Fashion and Styling students brought their favourite pieces along, working hands on with Photography, Digital Social Media, Screen and Media students throughout the day.

Some students modelled their own pieces, others brought friends along to model for them, and everyone left with new skills, portfolio ready work and connections they'll carry into their own practice.

Guided by James Morris, a q***r Australian–Lebanese fashion photographer and filmmaker known for storytelling that champions diversity, authenticity and a modern vision of beauty.

A big thank you to Nikon Australia for providing the equipment on the day and helping bring this experience to life.

(Credits on IG)
Photography by:
@[edoniestudio]
@[stephenieevansphotography]
@[thalia_photographyy]

Modelled by:
@[edith_kenny_smith_]
@[ariyasakal]
@[ham.lew.sut]
@[jayde_lazuli]

21/08/2026

It's World Fashion Day, and to celebrate we're spotlighting Cala Hernandez-Godoy's Fashion & Sustainability Capstone project, the CITRINE collection by CVLITV 🍊

Named after the citrine gemstone found in Artigas, Uruguay, the collection is Cala's love letter to her Chilean and Uruguayan heritage. Crochet, embroidery and hand embellishment reworked into contemporary silhouettes, made entirely from deadstock and reclaimed fabric. Citrine is slow fashion, made with purpose.

And of course, it took a village: Cala brought together fellow Collarts alumni, students and creatives to bring Citrine to life (Credits on IG):

Creative Director & Designer:
Photographer:
Model:
Stylist:
Assistant Director:

Check out more of Cala's work at @_cvlitv_ 🫶 We can't wait to see what she does next!

18/08/2026

Mohair rosettes, cross-stitched bunnies and vintage buttons are just some of the details that make Heart Couture so distinctly its own.

Fashion Journal caught up with Jodie Tian, a Collarts fashion student turning found and pre-loved materials into her own label, for a great read on creativity, sustainability, and doing things a little differently 🎀

Check out the piece below:

With the support of Collarts' industry-based educators, 21-year-old Jodie balances study while building her fashion business, Heart Couture.

12/08/2026

We love to see our students and alumni out in the world creating meaningful work that sparks conversation, and Text Me When U Get Home is no exception.

Recently featured in Beat Magazine, the film was directed by Jodhi Ramsden-Mavric and shot by Annie Spiteri, and won Best Documentary at the 2026 Australian Youth Film Festival 🏆

Read more here:

Afraid to walk alone at night? You're not the only one, promises debut Collarts student film, Text Me When You Get Home.

06/08/2026

With the kickoff to Melbourne International Film Festival tonight, we're taking you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to bring a student production to life. 🎬

Congratulations to the incredible crew who made this happen:

Cast
Groundskeeper: Nicholas Steain
Director: Grace Pateman

Production
Unit Manager: Nick Rendall
Gaffer: Joshua Nguyen
Producer: Missy Quinn

Directors Department
Director: Edvard Christie
First Assistant Director: Emeric Wilson
Second Assistant Director: Mike Rossow

Development
Script Supervisor: Sarah Kennet
Head Writer: Jasper Carbone

Camera
Director of Photography: Millie Barker
Camera Assistant: Billie Byrne
2nd AC: Isabel McClellan

Lighting and Grip
Best Boy/Girl: Mason Tilly
Best Boy/Girl: Cam Auton
Best Boy/Girl: Lec Hunter
Key/Dolly Grip: Karson Kilpady

Art Department
Production Designer: Rory Howard
Assistant Production Designer: Malachi Rimes
Assistant Production Designer: Grace Turnbull

Makeup
Makeup Artist: Lauren Ashely Wynd

Sound
Production Sound Mixer: Kai Mountford
Boom Operator: Mason Cole

Misc.
Collarts Social Media: Emma Spiteri
Camera & Lighting Mentor: Josh Stafield
Directing Mentor: Stu Mannion
The Godfather: Tristan Meredith
BTS: Both Sarun

31/07/2026

A huge congrats (and good luck!) to four talented photographers in our community: Photography graduate Angel Borg, and current students Caroline Sjobeck, Jessica Tormey and Fernando Martinez Parente de la Mora have all been shortlisted for the 2026 Australian Photography Awards! We couldn't be prouder of them 🙌

We'll be cheering them on at the awards ceremony tomorrow, Saturday 1 August, presented by Photo Collective in partnership with Collarts 📷 Make sure to come and check out their work!

📍 The Store Gallery, Abbotsford Convent
🕐 Doors 1pm | Ceremony 2pm

📸 Image 1: Angel Borg | Image 2+3: Jessica Tormey | Image 4: Caroline Sjobeck | Image 5: Fernando Martinez Parente de la Mora

30/07/2026

Meet recent Digital & Social Media graduate Xyna Phan!✨

“Social media is really just online marketing, and theres a whole world of need. We are well and truly deep into the digital age and that isn’t going anywhere. Theres no 'Social media interns' anymore, its full time roles.”

Being a part of the first generation to grow up alongside the internet, Xyna was drawn to the creative digital-outlets of the early internet, which allowed people to have full control over their own creativity. She was able to watch this emerging art form grow into a long list of viable career options.

From Xyna’s ongoing commitment to grow her many skills, she now has a job that not only allows her the creative freedom she has always desired, but one that she truly sees as her career.

Swipe to see her diverse skills 👉

28/07/2026

We’re shining a spotlight on Writing & Directing student Laura Henderson, who chose Collarts after discovering her love for English and Drama in high school.

“This course has allowed me to explore my most niche areas of interest in theatre, while also introducing me to methodologies and styles of work I had never come across before. Through these opportunities, I’ve developed a strong foundation for my artistic voice.” (Laura)

Laura is currently working as a dramaturg and producer on Hijinx (set to be showcased at Melbourne Fringe), as well as Associate Director on Entr’acte Theatre Company’s September production of Ride the Cyclone. She’s also in the process of writing two original scripts! 👀

25/07/2026

Ever wondered what a day at Collarts actually looks like? Come find out, no guessing required 🎧🎬

📍 Sydney | Sat 22 Aug
📍 Melbourne | Sat 29 Aug

Register now, ⛓️ in bio!

23/07/2026

🎬 Screen & Media student Nick Williams is already making his mark in the film industry.

After writing and directing Gacked: The Movie to the Soundtrack, Nick is now developing his own feature film, turning his passion into a career.

Gacked was inspired by Nick's own experiences growing up in Melbourne's music scene, where he watched friends dive into DJing and late-night gigs. That world became the foundation for a film that's raw, authentic and uniquely local.
Nick credits the support of his lecturers, especially Lucy Coleman and Tristan Meredith, for encouraging him to take creative risks, build industry connections and back himself as a filmmaker.

Learn more here: https://www.collarts.edu.au/collarts-life/news/blog-film-jobs-in-australia-what-can-you-actually-do-with-a-film-degree/