Special LEAP
“Kinbakuartistmiki style 101”
Saturday June 27th
Very rarely do we see shibari/kinbaku artists that have taken their passion to the point of creating their own unique style.
Kinbakuartistmiki style is rooted in minimalistic / simple rope patterns that implement a progressive nature which has been inspired by his teachers, mentors, collaboraters, and performance background.
In this introductory course, they will discuss their rope philosophies, Japanese style-influenced rope bundling that incorporates rope handling techniques, and learn one key pattern in Kinbakuartistmiki's style.
Prerequisites:
All student levels welcome. This class is designed for tying pairs though there is still lots of value to be had for individuals auditing the class. Attendees should bring notebooks and 2-3 hanks of 5mm-6mm natural fiber rope at 8-10 meter in length.
For all genders, body types, and experience levels!
Schedule:
Doors at 11:00AM
Class 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Space will remain open until 3:00PM to enjoy as you like
More about our presenter
Kinbakuartistmiki
Background: Performer & musician for 28 years. Began cultural and artist exchanges with Japan since 2008. Discovered Shibari / Kinbaku in Japan in 2013-2014. Began studying Shibari / Kinbaku in 2016. Studied in Japan with Murasaki Haruan (Yukimura Ryu), Kasumi Hourai, Tenma Haru, Iroha Suzuki and Akane. Additional Mentor: Shodo aka way of calligraphy via Mastered Artist & Performer Setsuhi Shiraishi. Began teaching in Baltimore in 2022.In recent years, works include: Art Exhibition, Performances, Discussions Demos, Workshops, Shibari Life Drawing, Play Parties and more.
Regular touring collaboration staff:
Mirmirrr (Lead teaching assistant)
Ni Xin (Performance partner)
Hideo Rakudou (Shakuhachi)
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@kinbakuartistmiki on IG
Mirmirrr
Rope bottom based in the USA. When joining the kink community several years ago, they were immediately enamored by rope and have been bottoming for rope since.
Additionally, they enjoy self tying and occasionally topping for rope. They like engaging with others in the Shibari & Kinbaku community and now assist in classes taught by Kinbakuartistmiki in Baltimore and recently began performing together.
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