The Studio: Atelier

5 Dec 2026 - 25 April 2027

Daily 10am-5pm

Free

The Studio

Art lovers of all ages

Step inside the atelier of acclaimed South Australian costume and set designer Renate Henschke and discover how garments can tell stories.

Inspired by Dressed Up: Fashion & Photography 1850-1930, participants are invited to imagine a character, a moment, or a world, then design a garment that brings their story to life.

For Schools

The Studio is open weekdays during school term for a free facilitated session, all materials provided.

Suitable for all year levels.

Book your school visit

About Renate Henschke

Costume and set designer Renate Henschke brings a unique perspective to Dressed Up: Fashion & Photography 1850-1930.

Working across theatre, television and film, Henschke uses clothing and objects to reveal character, identity and story.

Her interpretation of an atelier invites visitors to explore the unseen processes behind fashion and costume production.

Building stories through clothing

"What really drew me to costume design was the opportunity to build characters and tell stories through clothes." - Renate Henschke

Drawing on decades of costume and set design experience, Henschke presents a workshop environment where ideas, fabrics and unfinished works become part of the storytelling process.