I commissioned a piece of wearable art from Tom Wolf after reaching out with an unusual and deeply personal request. I was preparing to give a presentation at a Higher Education forum through an equity lens and wanted something to wear that would represent my family. My immediate family includes a Wiradjuri/Gomeroi man, a trans woman, autistic individuals, people with ADHD, and those with diverse relationship preferences. As an Aboriginal, queer, neurodiverse, disabled artist, I felt that Tom may be able to give my family's story the care and respect it deserved. Tom exceeded all expectations and produced a dress I continue wear with pride.

Tom approached my request with such care, understanding, creative honesty and cultural integrity. The resulting piece is extraordinary. When my dress arrived it genuinely felt like it told my family’s story; not only who we are but how we are. It captures our uniqueness, our pride, and our connection in a way that words cannot fully convey.

I am genuinely humbled to own a piece of wearable art that holds such personal and cultural meaning. Tom's ability to translate complex identities and lived experiences into visual and tactile form is remarkable. Their work represents not only artistic excellence but also a powerful contribution to inclusion and storytelling through art.

Artists like Tom play a vital role in celebrating diversity, identity, and belonging in contemporary, inclusive, culturally connected art.

With sincere gratitude and admiration,

Hiedi Wilkinson

(Western Australia)