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The Beginners Rope Bondage Photography workshop is here.
If you have ever wanted to learn how to do bondage, this is the workshop for you. By attending , you will learn how to use rope to create your own works of art. The day starts with group instruction on the gear used and how to safely use it. If you don't know about climbers rescue death you need this class. Then instruction progresses to the underlying structures of knots. Students taught with this method have better retention when asked to re-tie various knots. Seven categories of knots with examples of each are explained in detail. Techniques for recognizing which knot to use for any given situation and remembering how to tie it will come in handy both in and out of the studio. By the end of the class each student will be able to tie more than 15 knots. The bondage portion of the class doesn’t end with knots. Body dynamics and how they relate to binding will be discussed. Four specific methods of Shibari will be covered and students will have an opportunity to utilize what they have learned during photo shoot sessions. In the end this is a photography workshop. Lighting is a broad topic and really makes each photographer unique. Time will be spent on the specific challenges of lighting a bondage set and the basic techniques used. Finally, post production of images in Photoshop will be discussed. You will not be shown a $200 plug-in and told to use this, all the processes used to achieve the effects seen will use a stock CS2 install. Techniques for enhancing models skin, form, make-up and shadows will be covered along with a dirty little secret that will take many photographers to the next level in editing.
Each student will receive Japanese hemp ropes from Vintage Rope and a rescue hook from Benchmade as part of the class. I hope to see you there.
Jeremy
Register for the workshop at
http://www.phunfotography.com/Registration
Forum thread at
http://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=516499
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In everything lies a dichotomy, this is the darker half of my personality. The side of me that likes to party all night and sleep all day. I am not mainstream. I see things different than most. This is a place for me to remember why I have fallen in love with photography. No clients ready to crush you if you screw up. Only you and the question "What if?"
This has rekindled another very old love of mine, rope. As a kid my grandma taught me how to tie a Josepine knot while teaching me how to macrame. Later my scout master taught me how to join two ropes with a carrick bend. As a young man, my captian showed me how to attach an anchor to a line with a sailors knot. Recently a nawashi taught me how to tie a double coin knot. Life has taught me that they are all basically the same knot, but they ARE tied differently and used differently. Shibari has added another level of complexity to my art. I'm lucky, I helped my mother study to become an LPN (licenced practical nurse). Because of this I learned about the human anatomy. This knowledge keeps me and my partners safe by knowing where the body is easily hurt. Is it not funny how child expierences come together to place you where you are. I see my rope work as more form than function, more fashion than restraint. I would rather use knife lanyard, double coin, or even a square knot over a reef or overhand knot just because I think it looks more artistic and fewer people can tie one from memory (I want to be unique). I tend to use cotton over hemp or jute because bottoms are more comfortable. If your a photographer in need of a rigger don't be afraid to ask, I just might want to work with you.
Most important of all is to have Fun with Fotography ;')
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Rants and Raves :
This part is to get things off my chest. I dont know what will end up being here but for now ....
2257 and me:...
All 2257 information can be obtained at the place of business listed on the watermark on the photo. I keep mostly normal hours but don't be coming to me at 8AM wanting me to prove so and so is over 18+, I need my beauty sleep.
Playing with rope:...
There are some models out there that are courious about playing with rope. Don't be, it can be a great expierence, It can also be your worst nightmare. There are few simple things to help you have fun and stay safe.
1) Know who your playing with. - I cant believe I said it, it seems so obvious. If there is nothing to indicate someone knows what their doing with rope, don't be the guina pig unless you know them well. You should trust the rigger completely, they hold your life in their hands.
2) Just before the first knot is tied ask "where are the safty sissors" - If they don't have them on-hand, make sure they get them before their needed.
3) If it hurts don't bear it, say "That hurts" - We can't feel your pain, a tight tie is one thing, but too tight or in the wrong spot can cause serious nerve damage from compression. Every effort is made to avoid this but again we can't feel your pain.
4) If your cold say "I'm cold" - It may sound like your complaining but cold hands and feet can be a sign of low or no blood circulation. Smart riggers will hold your hand before tieing to get a base line of your skin temperature so they can tell if things are not right later. We are not trying to be fresh
5) I know this is one that others may not agree with because it CAN be done safely but, my personal rule is absolutely no lines across the front of the neck. Accidents happen, its not worth it to me to take the chance.
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So why model for me?
I can only strive to have a simmilar affect as this photographer has had on models. I am truely honored by the people who have let me tie them up and photograph them nude as their first modeling expierence.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/women … cking.html
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Did you ever think about shooting shibari but didn't really know how to start? Did you put it off because finding models was hard? Have you not tried it because you feel a little uncomfortable? Im here to help. Individual instruction is available with workshops comming in December 2009.
