The Kiss Machine mechanism is based on an articulating, electric train arm. The 'lips' rested on a pivot point between the wheels allowing the operator to articulate the extension arm out with a simple lever. The mobile machine was designed specifically for this spectacle, searching for the interaction of actor and spectator.
Concept and construction together with Marco Collabucci /I. Realized in the context of 'Wheel of Power', a theatrical production in an empty train factory, staged by Derevo /RU for the 400th anniversary of the city of Mannheim /D, 2007
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The Kiss Machine, workshop
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
The Kiss Machine
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
getting in position
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
arm fully out
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
kissing
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
getting ready
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
kissing
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
moving
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
arm fully out, back view
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
a Kiss
Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt
