Bootblacking refers to the process of cleaning and caring for leather gear, and is both a necessary and important step in gear maintenance. Despite the many tools in a bootblack’s kit, leather care is not as complicated as some folks may think. So, how do we do it? And furthermore, how do we make it...
All of us have desires and fantasies; encounters we would love to experience. But how to do that? From finding the right person(s) to getting the right materials, from problems verbalizing your fantasy to actually diving into it, we are faced with numerous obstacles when trying to realize what we dream of.In this interactive, discussion...
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and...
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and...
Spacetime is the weekly play jam at Studio Allegory. Come by and enjoy an open and welcoming atmosphere with other people. Connect with others, play, hang out, or get some inspiration from the wide range of possibilities. All types of play welcome as long as they are in compliance with our guidelines (see below) as...
MTM in Vancouver welcomes to monthly rope jams all self-identifying men, including trans- and cis-males. The goal is to provide representation for a group that is not well recognised within the mainstream rope bondage community. We offer 1 hour of skill sharing to start, followed by 3 hours of tying at your own speed. Solo...
For people who are looking for tying or play partners. During the first part of the event we will facilitate some games and activities that help people to decide whether they want to tie/play with each other. Games involve * Answer me this! 1 minute time* Rope pulling. Who wants to win, who wants to...
The Tuesday All Level runs on an 8-week rotation. At the start of each rotation we introduce a new harness structure. Over the subsequent 7 weeks we then approach that structure from multiple different directions and purposes, both technical and interpersonal. How can we break down and alter the harness to make it work in...
Join us on an exploration of a very exciting type of kinky play: shaving your partner with a straight razor. The preparation, the anticipation, the play around sharp objects, the touch, the closeness, and the result are all parts of this kinky exploration. Addie will cover the basics of a good, playful, and kinky shave....
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and...
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and...
Spacetime is the weekly play jam at Studio Allegory. Come by and enjoy an open and welcoming atmosphere with other people. Connect with others, play, hang out, or get some inspiration from the wide range of possibilities. All types of play welcome as long as they are in compliance with our guidelines (see below) as...
Play fighting is a completely different way of engaging with other people. The way we move, think, and relate to our environment changes in this type of interaction. This group activity lets participants challenge each other for a play fight. All constellations are welcome. In a safe environment, participants can challenge themselves and each other to...
This series of events aims to create a safe and community-focused space for Black, Indigenous and Persons of Color who love rope. This edition of the BIPOC Jam will start with activities to get to know each other, and then a Community Skillshare on Tying as Sculpturing the Body, facilitated by soya @soyasabi. We will...
Let's start the week creatively. During Studio Allegory's Live drawing sessions, Shibari artists from the local community offer rope performances for artists and enthusiasts to capture with their material of choice. Details Tickets(Also available as a drop in at the event) /**/ Please have a look at our policies and safety rules.Each participants needs a...
The Tuesday All Level runs on an 8-week rotation. At the start of each rotation we introduce a new harness structure. Over the subsequent 7 weeks we then approach that structure from multiple different directions and purposes, both technical and interpersonal. How can we break down and alter the harness to make it work in...
For this session, participants are invited to explore intimacy in the process of mummification. As a form of heavy bondage, mummification has been described as a way to feel, to not feel, to heal and to submit, but what if it is also a way to connect with someone or yourself intimately? Let’s explore that!...
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and...
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other. The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and...
The spookiest play party with a pumpkin tying competition. The best tied up pumpkin wins a pie, handmade and terrifyingly delicious. There are not many holidays that we observe at Studio Allegory. But this occasion is too good to let pass. Team up with others or come on your own, bring a pumpkin (carved or...
