We are proud to host an exhibition of Joseph Nigoghossian’s – “First Kiss”. Come and join us for some complimentary wine at the private view on Wednesday the 20th of April at Primitive boutique/gallery. All one hundred t-shirts/prints will be on display.

Inspired by the idealistic notion of the teenage romance, First Kiss is an expression of adolescent love and desire; naive, awkward and indulgent.

The collection combines fashion, film and art to create a series of beautifully romantic prints. A short film of 100 frames informs a series of 100 prints, each one individual and unique. The elusive image of a young couple’s embrace forms the central motif of the film, moving through a hazy spectrum of colours and shapes to create a stunning variety of prints. Rotation reflects the dizzying effects of adolescent infatuation while moments of deep saturation give way to delicate iridescence, reinforcing a deeply romantic, dream-like ideal.

The unisex shape embodies the shared experience of a kiss, and embraces a modern idea of romance and possession. A progressive approach to print design is complimented by exquisite finishing and luxury fabrication, ensuring each garment is entirely unique, individual and beautiful.

Credits

Design and Art Direction – Joseph Nigoghossian
Director of Photography – Luke Newman
Editor – Jo Nigoghossian
Hair and Make-up – Tara Hickman
Production Coordinator – Gemma Lacey

Video Realisation – Graham Murtough
Design Assistant – Alison Racsh

Featuring Bria Horne @ Profile
And Benjamin Y @ Premiere

Special thanks to:
Adam Lezzi, Alex @ we are useful, Simon Grey, Paul Kemp, Reino @ The Great Frog, Alex Crouch, Sian Louise Gadd and Mickaela Noone.