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Boulevardisme: Drawing La Gorgone at a photoshoot of Japanese rope bondage

News|25 April 2016

The very talented Isobel Williams has been documenting our work again: I’m in Jay Graham’s photographic studio, a converted church in Camden. Nina Russ and Bruce Esinem are tying the ropes. “La Gorgone is the strong, supple model. She can curve her spine like a U-bend. She is so slender that she appears to have …

Whole lotta love

News|8 December 2012

We recently published a photo from a shoot with a top photographer who is working under the pseudonym, Jay Graham. Within a matter of hours it made Fetlife’s Kinky & Popular and currently has well over 2,000 Love It’s! If you love it too, please give it your vote on Fetlife. It got a Like …

Mystic Sexual Society Unveils Premier Lifestyle Club with Personalised Concierge Service 2 November 2023
Ladies and gentlemen, brace yourselves for a revolution in the world of sexual exploration and social interaction. Mystic Sexual Society, the avant-garde lifestyle club that’s been making waves, has just launched its Club and Concierge Service Department, taking erotic experiences to thrilling new heights in an elegant and secure setting. If you’re curious and crave […]
Shibari class for pro-Dommes 24 September 2023
Pro-Domme shibari class: 24 October 2023 We are running the first of our new shibari workshops for pro-Dommes on Tuesday, 24th October from 2-5pm in south east London. What to expect The venue will be my home (see photo below), which is conveniently located in Camberwell. It is about 15 minutes walk from Oval tube […]
#Bound: A unique book of shibari photography by Vidar Solaas 10 September 2023
#Bound, by Vidar Solaas, is a rather unique shibari photography book, available to pre-order through Kickstarter right now. The book is over 250 pages long, available in hardcover only, and printed on the highest quality paper from an environmentally friendly printers. The photos are all shot outdoors in spectacular Norway, and at historic sites to […]
Live video shibari coaching now available 21 August 2023
Are you ready to take your learning experience to the next level? We understand that while tutorials, demonstrations, and books provide a foundation, true improvement comes from interactive engagement. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our innovative coaching solution that brings the power of real-time guidance to you, no matter where you are. Unlock Your […]
The Art of Bondage: Unveiling the Intricate Tapestry of Sensuality 29 July 2023
In the realm of human desires and intimate exploration, there exists a world shrouded in mystery and allure—the captivating world of bondage. Much like an intricate tapestry, bondage weaves together various threads of sensuality, trust, and vulnerability, creating a mesmerizing experience that captivates individuals in unique and unexpected ways. So, let’s untangle the knots and […]
About learning shibari 29 July 2023
In shibari creativity and connection between partners intertwine like the intricate ropes that bind them. But hold on, before you get ‘knot focussed’, i.e. too mesmerized by the visually stunning patterns, let’s take a closer look at the heart of this art form – the engineering that gives it life. You see, learning Shibari isn’t […]
New shibari tutorials from Maksim Kalahari 8 March 2023
ShibariClasses has some new shibari tutorials: The Maksim Kalahari Collection. The course includes his interpretation of teppo shibari (rifle-carry position), a beautiful example of connective floorwork (newaza), an arm tie which uses familiar ingredients and an advanced agura suspension with a transition to an inversion. Who is Maksim Kalahari? We met Maskim at Ropefest in […]
FREE shibari tutorial 3 March 2023
Understand Key Ingredients of Shibari Are you interested in exploring the art of Shibari but overwhelmed by the complex ties and techniques? ShibariClasses is here to help with our new course, ‘Using Key Ingredients of Shibari’. You can see a free sample lesson in the video below. With years of experience and a passion for […]
How to keep wraps in place without tying tightly 16 November 2022
Some people seem to have a problem with keeping wraps in place when tying a TK, so try to compensate by simply tying tighter. I strongly suspect that this induces an unnecessary load via the American Death Triangle effect. Admittedly, the AMD model refers to the load on the outside but I assume it must be equal […]
Free shibari tutorials 20 October 2022
Something for nothing Unsurprisingly, ShibariClasses has a very high proportion of students who have only signed up for the free shibari tutorials. After all, who doesn’t like something for nothing? The problem is that free material is made up for the good, the bad and the ugly. The Catch 22 is that unless you know […]