Amazing SAND ART!!! 'Run for Lebannon' by Kseniya Simonova 2013

The Lady of the Sand Kseniya Simonova recreated dramatic and multifaceted history of Lebanon at the request of representatives of the government of the country. Her film was created to open Marathon in Beirut (Beirut Marathon) — one of the most significant events in the life of the Lebanese, uniting people in the country, when they get together to run through the streets of Beirut in the name of peace.
Kseniya Simonova's film «Run for Lebanon» is created in a typical for thr artist epic genre — in front of the viewer's eyes, one after another, march era — from the ancient city of Carthage to the present day, replacing the flourishing kingdoms, sunsets, the wars and the peace. At the end we see the Lebanese today, people who are longing for peace and unification.
According to Kseniya, it is the embodiment of all the history of the world, the winds of change :"Beirut is the embodiment of the history : at various times it witnessed the most significant historical landmarks — Egypt , Phoenicia , Rome , Babylon ... All of them have left a trace , this trace we see today ... Three and a half thousand years old — the age of the sage . Yes, it seems Beirut seen so much that surprise him by war or change the pages of history is impossible. But today its inhabitants — people who very much value the peace, cherish so much so that by all possible ways try to erase the memories of the recent war , fresh wounds . This is quite understandable and very natural. Modern Lebanon in general and Beirut in particular — an eclectic , multi-cultural world , where neighbors Muslims , Christians and other religions , where the very structure of the state is an example of the unique mix. I was extremely interested in working on this film , I'm very glad that I had the honor to show the Lebanese their Lebanon — but with my eyes. Beginning of the film is my very favorite era — the Phoenician period and Carthage , and the campaign of Alexander the Great . In general , I am very lucky to be working on such films as «Beautiful Morocco» ( film created for Princess Lalla Hasna of Morocco ), «Bahrain» ( film created for a national holiday in Manama, where Ksenia portrayed by His Majesty the King ) , the film dedicated to His Royal Majesty King Rama the Ninth ( Thailand ), and now — Lebanon ... I open up new worlds and times , life, unknown to me before. This is a great happiness", — says Kseniya.

Мастер песочной анимации воссоздала драматичную и многогранную историю Ливана по просьбе представителей правительства страны. Фильмом Ксении открылся Марафон в Бейруте (Beirut Marathon) — одно из наиболее значимых событий в жизни ливанцев, объединяющий жителей страны, когда они собираются вместе, чтобы бежать по улицам Бейрута во имя мира.
Фильм Ксении Симоновой «Run for Lebanon» создан в характерном для художницы жанре эпики — перед глазами зрителя, сменяя друг друга, шествуют эпохи — от древнего Карфагена до наших дней, сменяя расцвет царств закатами, войны миром. В конце мы видим ливанцев сегодняшнего дня, людей, жаждущих мира и объединения.
-Мне было крайне интересно работать над этим фильмом, я очень рада, что мне выпала честь показать ливанцам их Ливан, их — но моими глазами. Начало фильма соединяет очень любимые мною эпохи — финикийский период и Карфаген, а также поход Александра Македонского. Вообще, мне очень повезло работать над такими фильмами как «Beautiful Morocco» (фильм, созданный для Принцессы Марокко Лаллы Хасны), «Bahrain» (фильм, созданный для национального праздника в Манаме, где Ксения изобразила Его Величество Короля), фильм, посвященный Его Величеству Королю Раме Девятому (Тайланд), и теперь — Ливану... Я открываю для себя новые миры и эпохи, жизнь, неизвестную мне ранее. Это большое счастье, — признаётся Ксения.

[soraina]

wow! The detail in this is unbelievable!

[Riskyplayhouse]

You are underrated, you deserve more. That was amazing.

[cowlice]

Artists, can see beauty, we don't normally notice. This amazing work, is an aspiration of beauty

[peterbell]

I cant believe any-one has clicked thumb down, You are truly talented, I love Your work and the passion in Your video

[zizonish]

breath taking to see our history and the rich heritage of Lebanon by Ksenya eye. well done

[Rooooyyyyy]

Thanks for this amazing art ....Deep Hug from lebanon :)

[sarahkroft]

Amazing and so beautiful artist and artwork! You are so talented! Love watching your artworks! God bless you and your family from Seattle, WA USA!

[john-of-the-north]

Incredible from start to finish!  Beautiful, definitely worth watching full screen for the whole duration.

[susanjay]

Thank you for sharing such an amazing talent you have! I have shared your art with many people I know and they are also always amazed! Never stop, your gift is appreciated!!!

[PMBHstyle]

Amazing... truely amazing.... your gifted in both your hands and mind. Truly stunning art!

[C_R_O_M________]

You make "now" count so much...whoever has a drop of "human" inside must relate to your art...thank you for the wonderfully emotional trip...

[Mimowakin]

Beautiful.. hard to believe it is sand art

[arakafafian]

I just got transported to heaven, bravo!

[jeromebabyo]

So gifted with amazing talent and beauty....Kseniya  from now on I will be one of your thousands of fans...

[ronwasso]

Outstanding Art!! Wonderful depiction through amazing pictures & skillfully crafted drawings on sand the history of Lebanon!! Brilliant talent!! Such an innate sensitivity to the Lebanese national representation!Loved it :)

[muhammadhammad]

Thank you for bringing peace to sand again... #lovefromPakistan

[segura]

You are an amazing artist and a beautiful person, Thank You for sharing your wonderful art.

[scoobydoo]

i am not from Lebanon, but this short artistic tell me everything about that great brought tears in my eye

[greymoon]

Exquisitely beautiful talent ... to say the least

[EliteZ]

Very beautiful work, God bless Ukraine and thank you very much for this amazing piece or art :)