Adapt22 //

A collection of mixed Media artworks

created by Josh Deane

Developing his creative identity in the fashion industry. Josh utilised his experiences to develop an exhibition where he dressed models head to toe in bespoke wearable art. A concept almost unimaginable in the recent times. Josh adapted to the changes forced by lock down.

By exploring his emotions and his endless desire to create.

Josh attempts to heal and escape the isolation and separation from society felt over the last two years. 

 Josh Deane

 Josh is an Indigenous Contemporary Artist/Model from Naarm /Melbourne, Australia.

Josh creates contemporary art influenced by his own life and experiences.

An avid tattoo enthusiast, this passion for art and fashion is reflected on Josh’s body, which is approximately 80% covered in over 10 years+ worth of ink.

Scouted whilst working as a hairdresser, Josh has travelled across the globe as a Model and Content Creator, previously modelling fashion campaigns for luxury brands, e-commerce and runways in Paris, China and Milan. 

As an artist he has had the pleasure of painting denim at activations around Australia for Levis,Business openings and various events.

In 2019 He launched his own capsule collection of hand painted denim; by Josh Deane and successfully held a sold out launch “Xihibt” (Exhibition/ Fashion Runway) in March 2020.

Josh Deane loves working within the Creative Industries and is extremely passionate about representing diversity within it. Living with a firm belief that the act of creation can bring healing and inspiration to others.