It’s Your Head That Bleeds premiered in Naarm/Melbourne on February 27, 2025, at Unassigned Gallery in Brunswick. As a Syrian-Lebanese-run space that boldly advocates for Palestine and human rights, Unassigned Gallery was the perfect setting for this exhibition to take form and connect with the local Naam-based community.

Over the course of the five-day exhibition, many visitors returned multiple times, often bringing friends and family with each visit. Numerous guests stayed for the full 92-minute sound installation, engaging deeply with the emotional and thought-provoking experience that played on loop throughout the exhibition.

The artist also curated a diverse public program to enrich the community’s experience. Highlights included: Artist Talk with Georgia Mulholland and Hawraa Kash (Lebanon), Live Music by YARA (Gaza, Palestine), Tatreez Workshop with SAMARKAND (Bethlehem, Palestine), Tawle and Tea in the Courtyard, and An Afternoon of Levantine Music with Bayt Saleh (Lebanon), Rawdrum (Lebanon), and Luqman (Syria-Lebanon).

Full Public Program

  • Opening Night. 18:00 - 21:00

    18:30 - Artist Talk with Georgia Mulholland and Hawraa Kash. An honest and open conversation on the making of ‘It’s Your Head That Bleeds’.

    19:30 - Live Music by YARA

    All Night - Chef Aheda’s Palestinian Food Truck

  • Exhibition Open 12:00 - 17:00

    18:00 - Tatreez Workshop with SAMARKAND. Hosted by Made in Palestine and the Stitch Intifada. Tickets available via Humanitix.

    About the Workshop

    This workshop will introduce you to the beauty of Palestinian embroidery and its rich cultural history. Palestinian embroidery, or Tatreez, is a symbol of resilience and identity, with designs reflecting the regions, traditions, and stories of Palestine.

    In this workshop you’ll hear from Samar Abedrabo, the founder of SAMARKAND, who will share insights into the deep cultural significance behind Tatreez designs. Based in Bethlehem, Samar will be joining this workshop digitally for her first workshop hosted in so-called Australia, with hands-on assistance from the Made in Palestine and Stitch Intifada teams.

    The workshop is designed for all levels. Whether you are a seasoned Tatreez-lover wanting to learn more about Samar’s story and the history of Tatreez, or if you’re a beginner. No prior experience is necessary, and hands-on assistance will be available. All materials will be provided, and you’ll be able to take your piece home to continue your Tatreez practise.


    About SAMARKAND

    A cultural initiative dedicated to preserving traditional Palestinian embroidery. SAMARKAND offers beautifully embroidered T-shirts, Tatreez workshops, and research to protect this art form. SAMARKAND collaborates with both local and international artists on various projects, fostering a global appreciation and understanding of this rich cultural tradition.

    Samar Abedrabo is a passionate advocate for human rights and cultural preservation, holding a BA in International Law and Human Rights from Bard College. Currently, she serves as a Coordinating and Administrative Assistant at Wonder Cabinet, a space for cultural and art production in Bethlehem. In addition, Samar works with Made in Palestine, a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing Palestinians with humanitarian and economic support. As the founder of SAMARKAND, a Tatreez initiative, she is dedicated to teaching and preserving the art of Palestinian embroidery, empowering beginners to connect with this rich cultural tradition.

    Fundraising Effort

    This educational workshop is part of Made in Palestine's ongoing fundraising efforts. The workshop is designed to foster education and cultural immersion, while raising critical funds for families in Gaza and the West Bank who are directly supported by Made in Palestine.

  • Exhibition Open 12:00 - 16:00

    14:00 - Tea and Tawle in the Courtyard. BYO Tawle board.

  • Exhibition open 12:00 - 20:00

    16:30 Artist Talk with Georgia Mulholland and Hawraa Kash.

    17:00 An Afternoon of Live Music from the Levant. Featuring creative Duo Bayt Saleh, Rawdrum and Luqman. Pay by donation entry, all proceeds donated to Palestinian families in Gaza and the West Bank supported Made in Palestine.

  • Exhibition open 12:00 - 16:00