Durrës

In this workshop we will transform paper waste that carries the potential for new transformation; written upon, drawn upon, folded, torn, and, ultimately, recycled to begin again. The whole process is an act of deconstruction and reconstruction, recognizing our own place in nature’s rhythm. This workshop will be a creative space, set up as an open studio, creating conditions for all ages (especially for children) to freely explore the creative process.

Fryj, të fryshë, frymë. It’s just a touch? is a ritual workshop by Erdiola Kanda, inspired by her Vlach heritage. Drawing from her grandmother’s stories, Kanda guides participants through a ritual of breath, memory, and transmission over three evenings. Each session includes an incantation, ancestral words, and Kanda’s own writing, reactivating the past and creating a space where generations meet in silence.

Through a workshop and presentation, Lori Lako engages participants in textile Through this workshop and presentation, Lako creates a space where participants engage with textile-preserving as both a personal and collective act, scanning personal pieces as a reflection on the shifting dynamics of labor, tradition, and identity.

Francesco Berati presents an artistic fashion show that brings attention to the importance of textiles within artistic production.