MaillerPhong presents “Effortless”

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Gary

This very nice black and white photograph features a very pretty nude model leaning against a wall, illuminated by natural light from a window. This pose and lighting is not uncommon for many fine art photographers. But, this image contains the addition of nice rope decoration on the model constructed with shibari techniques. The artist, MaillerPhong, has demonstrated time and time again his unique and special ability to construct intricate and beautiful rope patterns on his gorgeous models. He creates images that move beyond typical fine art photographs. Continue reading →

Google Analytics reports show many people are interested in shibari art.

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Gary

There are many people around the world who are interested in shibari art. In mid December, I started posting pictures that will be displayed by the Artists in the Art of Contemporary Shibari Exhibit. These are the Google Analytics reports for my website for the 3 months from December through February 2012. They show the number of visitors and pageviews have increased dramatically, month by month, and continue to trend higher. Continue reading →

CharlyB presents “Me n Tomi X”

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Gary

This is a signature position by CharlyB. It’s another example of people having fun with shibari. This very nice black and white photograph includes the elements to make good shibari art – a pretty model, excellent ropework, the contrast of the rope against the smooth curves and soft skin of the model, and great lighting. And, it is a cool self portrait. Continue reading →

Jim Duvall presents “2011-9649”

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Gary

The photographic style in this image reminds me of pin up pictures. Could this be a “shibari pin up”? This image also has the long straight lines of the rough textured rope contrasting with the smooth curves and soft skin of this pretty model, suspended in a graceful pose. This nice black and white image is another good example of combining a beautiful model with excellent rigging and photography to create contemporary shibari art. Continue reading →

Alexander Neptune presents “Web”

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Gary

Geometric patterns, straight lines, soft curves, course texture on the rope, smooth skin on the beautiful model, expert ropework — this configuration and position could easily be seen during the shibari performances which are very popular in Japanese clubs. This pretty model, suspended in a shibari web, is enjoying herself while helping to create nice shibari art. Continue reading →

Captured Erotica presents “O”

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Gary

Shibari techniques can be used to create incredibly beautiful art. Look at the geometric patterns, the texture and straight lines of the rope contrasting with the smooth skin and curves of this pretty model, the superb lighting, and the overall composition in this excellent photograph. This is another wonderful example of contemporary shibri art. This is gorgeous photographic art. Continue reading →

Zee Maitri presents “Surrender”

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Gary

This is an extremely beautiful image. The photographer very skillfully used his light painting technique to highlight this pretty model and the expert shibari rigging. Her expression reflects her surrender to the pleasure of her shibari experience. This is an excellent example of contemporary shibari art. Continue reading →

Don Sir presents “Neveah Lleh”

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Gary

Don Sir will not be displaying this print at the Art of Contemporary Shibari, and I have removed it from this blog post.

Lew Rubens presents “Heavy Metal”

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Gary

In this picture, a very experienced rigger used shibari techniques to suspend a beautiful model in an industrial environment. This is not a traditional shibari image. But, it contains well constructed, sophisticated rigging, a very pretty model, and nice photography. It is another example of people having fun with shibari. Continue reading →

Clover and WykD_Dave present “Sublime Peace”

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Gary

Very nice classic shibari rigging, excellent photography, the contrast of the rope against the curves and soft skin of a beautiful model who is obviously enjoying her shibari experience — these are elements in this pretty image that show why people all around the world like shibari so much. Continue reading →

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