FETISHWEEK: Crowdfunding Kinky Science

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Crowdfunding Kinky Science

I’d like to begin by saying that I love the idea of crowdfunding in general.  I’ve put my money toward comics, books, performances, movies and other things that deserve some attention.  It takes the power away from “gatekeepers” who have always determined if something gets money and puts it in our hands.  Crowdfunding is a great 21^st century invention.

So given my love of crowdfunding (and BDSM) imagine my surprise to see an opportunity to donate toward science! Dr. Richard Sprott has proposed a study through experiment.com to do an extensive research project about kinky people.

However, this study is being done by someone who is kink-friendly and for the purpose of providing greater insight to the public.  I give this project my highest recommendation, in fact I contributed money to the project myself.

Take a moment and watch the video at the link below and if you’re able, please put a little money toward something that could actually make a difference.

Read more: https://experiment.com/projects/is-kink-a-sexual-orientation

Dream hard,
Dirk Hooper
Monday, June 23, 2014

Dirk Hooper Photography and The Fetish Show Updates

I have a little catching up to do since the last FETISHWEEK and I’ve been busy!

Here’s a couple of recent news nuggets…

Fetish Photographer Dirk Hooper Published in German Erotic Art Book

Buck Angel Photo by Dirk Hooper Selected for Kinsey Art Show

There’s been a few updates on this site:

Goddess Sieva in “Secret” by Photographer Dirk Hooper

OKC Dreamscape Photos with Princess Zoe by Dirk Hooper

Fetish Model Jade in “Cheer” by Photographer Dirk Hooper

Photoshoot: Fetish Model Fawn Marie in Headmistress by Photographer Dirk Hooper

Photoshoot: Beauty Queen Vs Hillbilly Zombies by Dirk Hooper

Book Review: Strictly Bondage

And finally, I’m happy to announce that Princess Zoe and I are in the studio again recording the next episode of The Fetish Show.  I’ll post an update as soon as that episode is published.

These Eerie Fetish Photos Were Kept Under Wraps for Years

NY Mag has a slideshow and interview with Southern California photographer Jo Ann Callis who is an established fine-artist, but was so insecure about her erotic photos that she hid her work for over thirty years.

It’s interesting to me that Callis was unwilling to face the criticism or was concerned about what these photos would do to her fledgling career.  It’s entirely possible that it could have damaged her reputation as a fine artist.

I know firsthand the uphill climb that erotic artists deal with – it’s a much easier path to steer clear of erotic work.  I think it’s a shame that the art world, a community that considers itself to be highly progressive, is not more supportive of erotic work and the artists who wish to express themselves in this manner.

Perhaps this is a subject that should be dealt with in another place, but I wonder how much erotic artwork is being hidden by artists who fear the reaction by society or who don’t want to be unfairly pigeonholed in their career.

You can see several of her photos and an interview at the link below and see even more photos on display at the Rose Gallery.

Read more: http://nymag.com/thecut/2014/06/these-fetish-photos-were-kept-hidden-for-years.html

How the Nordic Model Will Close the Door on the Professional Dominatrix

Margaret Corvid discusses a study by British Parliament that favorably views what she calls the “Nordic Model” that would criminalize clients of professional dominatrix.

She’s concerned that this model will jeopardize sex worker safety by driving the practice even further underground. She argues that kink is more accepted now than ever before and that a professional dominatrix provides a valuable service to the community.

I’ll keep an eye on this story and report back if the Nordic Model gains traction in the UK.

Read more: http://www.newstatesman.com/culture/2014/06/how-nordic-model-will-close-door-professional-dominatrix

Marilyn Yusef in Red Latex

I can’t seem to resist these simple YouTube videos of waify fetish model Marilyn Yusef as she walks around in latex.  This particular video is done with a little more visual style and even has a soundtrack.

Stupid Dominant Bulls**t

This is a great article that is disguised by a poor title – it’s a title borne of frustration, but it would have been easy to miss this piece if I didn’t read on. What this article should be titled is “BDSM Relationships Are A Two-Way Street”.

The writer Dennis Najee is frustrated by male dominants who believe that everything should be about them, and he makes a solid and passionate case for high-level communication with your female submissive.

He also brilliantly underscores the dilemma that all dominants who are dedicated to expanding the horizons of their submissives must face.  It’s always a risk that your submissive will outgrow you.

The article is so well articulated that it made me interested in a book he’s written called An Owned Life.  I think I’ll check that book out too.

Read more: http://dennisnajee.blogspot.com/2014/06/stupid-dominant-bullst.html

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