About this season
In a celebration of skill, precision, creativity and joy, Blow Up transforms the humble balloon into jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring artistic creations. Prepare to suspend your disbelief, as 10 incredibly talented Australian balloon artists converge on the Blow Up studio to weave their magic, with mind-blowing results that will delight fans of all ages.
Episodes (8)
1. Episode 1
Aired 15 May 2023 • 70 min
Two teams of five have 12 hours on the clock to create a balloon world with a theme of Future or Fantasy. Then, five artists from the winning team must create a floating piece of art, using helium.
2. Episode 2
Aired 15 May 2023 • 50 min
Inspired by the giant T-Rex skeleton that greets them, today's challenge for the 10 talented Balloon Artists is to create a prehistoric sculpture fit for a museum.
3. Episode 3
Aired 20 May 2023 • 64 min
Contestants have 8 hours to create a piece worthy of being under the Big Top as the Blow Up Studio is transformed into a circus.
4. Episode 4
Aired 22 May 2023 • 49 min
Today’s challenge is over two rounds. For the first challenge, contestants must work in pairs to transform a beat up car into a balloon dream machine in six hours.
5. Episode 5
Aired 28 May 2023 • 65 min
Today's challenge is a dress making challenge, with 12 hours to make their dresses. The creations will be worn by models and walked down a catwalk in front of a live audience.
6. Episode 6
Aired 29 May 2023 • 51 min
Our remaining balloon artists arrive to find the Blow Up studio transformed into an impressive jungle, filled with trees and vines. Contestants have 10 hours to create a spectacular wildlife scene.
7. Episode 7
Aired 4 June 2023 • 50 min
Today’s challenge is all about creating an original street art balloon sculpture to display in one of Melbourne’s most iconic laneways, Hosier Lane.
8. Episode 8
Aired 5 June 2023 • 70 min
In the final challenge to determine the winner, the final three contestants must build a spectacular Carnivale style-float.