From opera houses to drag stages, I have spent decades building costumes that tell a story, one performer, one character, one of a kind. Every piece is cut, draped, and stitched until it belongs to no one but the person wearing it. Explore my work, learn to sew with me, or commission a bespoke piece of your own.
A lifetime of sewing intricate, imaginative costumes taught me how to lead. Today I guide talented costume makers and designers to create everything from opera costumes to drag looks, across historical and fantasy design, with every piece built to tell a story and fit its performer exactly.
My career began at the San Francisco Opera and the Metropolitan Opera in New York, on productions I'll never forget. When I moved to Vancouver Island to raise my family, I joined Pacific Opera Victoria, and between operas I've worked across theatre, film, television, and dance. I've designed a fashion line for a yoga studio, drafted custom digital patterns, and designed my own fabric.
A lifetime of sewing intricate, imaginative costumes taught me how to lead. Today I guide talented costume makers and designers to create everything from opera costumes to drag looks, across historical and fantasy design, with every piece built to tell a story and fit its performer exactly.
My career began at the San Francisco Opera and the Metropolitan Opera in New York, on productions I'll never forget. When I moved to Vancouver Island to raise my family, I joined Pacific Opera Victoria, and between operas I've worked across theatre, film, television, and dance. I've designed a fashion line for a yoga studio, drafted custom digital patterns, and designed my own fabric.
Alice Hawes and Jennifer Risk are joining forces! Two accomplished costumers and sewing instructors coming together to launch Queen City Studio in Victoria, BC.
Alice Hawes and Jennifer Risk are joining forces! Two accomplished costumers and sewing instructors coming together to launch Queen City Studio in Victoria, BC.
Get behind-the-scenes reveals, sewing tips, and first word on new patterns and classes.
From the stage to your studio, every project is a chance to build something original. Explore my work, take a class, commission a piece, or get expert help with a zoom consultaiton.
