Clock O and Friends
Mon, 26 Jan
|Highfields Pioneer Village
Balloon Twisting extraordinaire!


Time & Location
26 Jan 2026, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Highfields Pioneer Village, 73 Wirraglen Rd, Highfields QLD 4352, Australia
About the event
Balloon twisting, or modeling, is the art of manipulating special long, thin balloons (typically latex) into sculptures like animals, hats, and characters. It originated in the late 1930s (circa 1939), with Herman Bonnert of Pennsylvania often credited as a pioneer who showcased the craft at magic conventions.
Vibrant and imaginative balloon art is a captivating form of creative expression that combines color, shape, and whimsy to create stunning visual displays. This art form transcends mere decoration; it evokes joy and wonder, often transforming ordinary spaces into enchanting environments. Artists skilled in balloon art utilize a variety of techniques, from twisting and sculpting to inflating and arranging, to bring their visions to life. The vibrancy of balloon art lies not only in the bright hues of the balloons themselves but also in the imaginative concepts that artists bring to fruition. Whether it's elaborate sculptures of animals, intricate floral arrangements, or fantastical characters,…