My Tie / Rigger-bunny

A workshop in self-touch and self-tying.

Rope is sensitive and dynamic. It can act as a conductor of energy and tactile information. When we involve rope in our play, we work with different types of touch; from the light gliding of rope on the skin, through to firm compression as the rope wraps, frictions, cinches, and moulds our bodies into a beautiful bind and surrender. In this workshop, Luke will teach some basic principles of working with rope, connecting rope-play to sensuous, mindful and playful self-touch. We will be our own Rigger-bunnies; exploring a self-intimacy and solo kink, connecting with our touch, breath and binding.

No previous experience in roping necessary. Every body welcome. 

Required materials: A comfy space; A chair; Some cushions; 3 lengths rope that are each approximately 8-10 metres and 6mm diametre; (ideally natural fibre rope: jute, hemp or cotton)

Luke George is an artist who works in performance, installation and rope. Luke is also sensual bodyworker and a crafter of kinky macramé! Based in Narrm-Melbourne, his work takes him across Australia and throughout Asia, Europe and North America where he performs, teaches, massages and ties. Luke is passionate about the potential for healing and transformation through touch and energy exchange. With a particular focus on queer people and same-sex attracted men, Luke creates safe environments for people to explore dynamic intimacy based on a foundation of mutual respect. Luke believes that exploring intimacy with our bodies and with each other is a radical and necessary action in the world today. And that pleasure is good for you!

A highly awarded and commissioned artist. In 2019 Luke received an Australia Council for the Arts Fellowship and his work ‘Bunny’ (co-creation with Daniel Kok) was presented in the Venice Biennale. In 2020 Luke has been appointed Artistic Associate of Temperance Hall. 

www.lukegeorge.net/ | https://www.instagram.com/charlesinchargeofme/