July 6, 2014

SALON/Big Bang: fORS at the Amstelkerk

SALON/Big Bang: fORS at the Amstelkerk

fORS, Fast Nacht

About: fORS is a dutch label with German roots which makes conceptual clothes, abstract yet wearable, ideally suited for both men and women looking for that one special tough looking piece.
Their designs are based on the vague balance between symmetry and asymmetry with daring, uneven cuts and contrasts.
fORS equals ageless and timeless designs with an extravagant sex appeal.

SALON/Big Bang: Qaina by Siba Sahabi at the Oude Kerk

SALON/Big Bang: Qaina by Siba Sahabi at the Oude Kerk
Siba Sahabi is presenting 'Qaina' (short film) and 'Tarab' (sculptures) - The short film entitled ‘Qaina’ is dedicated to the historical female dancers who were known as Qainas. They worked as highly-educated slaves in the courts of the Ottoman Empire and played an important role in developing oriental dance throughout the centuries.
This project was realized in collaboration with: Sara Toscano (dance), Iván Pérez (choreography), Rutger Zuydervelt/ Machinefabriek (music), Niels van den Top (film direction), Paul Damen (cinematography), Lisa Klappe (photography), Stefanie Zweifel (assistance), and Alexander Spiliopoulos (CAD modeling) (photocredits; JW Kaldenbach)