Shibari — Rope Bondage

Applying  rope to a person’s body can be sensual or violent, complex or simple, a reason in itself or a means to an end. In this workshop Brian will describe the properties of different types of rope, demonstrate a few basic ties, then have the attendees get into the act by tieing themselves or others (only if they would like of course). Rope samples will be provided.  Brian will answer questions about what it’s like to be a rope top, and slave Mel will be available to answer questions about being a rope bottom.

A little about our presenters:
Brian has been on a personal voyage once he realized that there is a difference between a dominating jerk and a loving master. When, after much introspection and then finding a wonderful women who said “I am willing to follow if you are willing to lead”, he was finally prepared to accept responsibility along with the authority. Brian self identifies as “‘happily monogamous”. In addition, he believes that Master is a title given, not a title taken. He is Master of his house (small as it is) and to his wonderful slave Mel and two four footed cats; that others may call him Master he takes as an honor.

Master Brian was Northwest Master 2013. Amongst his other activities he hosts the Dominants support group in Everett WA, founding director of three MAsT chapters and is honored to be a member of Bridgetown Leatherman (Portland Oregon). He is also MAsT Northwest Assistant Regional Director and is on the production team for Leather Reign. He can be seen on Fetlife from time to time as BrianR.

Mel had a successful career as an assistant manager in Asi