Ep 120 Rope Bondage as Art, human sculpture and geometry - shibari artist Marceline VQ

Marceline VQ is an internationally recognized shibari artist whose
work challenges viewers with aesthetic and technically complex rope
work. She engages rope from all perspectives—as a model in her own
rope, with other models in her rope, and as a model in others’
rope—allowing for a deeper understanding of the medium as a
creative and connective tool. She adores the sensory experience of
being in rope, as well as the idea of becoming “human sculpture.”
Her work engages in conversation with themes from quantitative
disciplines including geometry and physics and with themes from
qualitative disciplines including analytic philosophy and universal
empathy. She has studied with shibari communities across the globe,
and is classically trained in visual fine arts. Marceline is
based in New York City, USA, and with her co-creator/model Anya
Demure, works to create rope imagery that is surprising and
inventive. In this articulate and authentic episode, discover:
Her journey through rope bottoming, self-tying and topping and what
these different experiences have brought to her experience What
she loves about rope and where it fits into her sexuality The
difference between art and play How she collaborates with others
Being pigeonholed for play because of her internet presence
Negotiating for human sculpture play Installation art, and where
her inspiration for these pieces comes from How her academic
background contributes to her rope style and teaching Her biggest
challenges in rope