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[–] 11 points 1 year ago (10 children)

From my experience as a circus and burlesque performer in nightlife, most safety practices were created by sex workers. They also set the styles that then evolved into drag and burlesque. Sex work is also historically a part of the circus. I owe a lot of what I do to them.

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  • [–] 7 points 1 year ago (8 children)

    You just made me miss my days photographing the BDSM and alt scene. Some of the most genuinely caring people I ever met who were truly concerned for everyone's happiness and safety.

    I was always torn between my love for preserving these incredible moments and my desire but unwillingness to participate and it became exhausting. Looking back on it, I'm sad that I decided to step away.

    Long story short, I'm eternally grateful to people like you and appreciate your contributions to mental health, safety, community, and the arts.

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago (5 children)

    Feel free to come back. As a leatherwoman we still love good and respectful photographers.

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  • [–] 2 points 1 year ago (4 children)

    Message me if you're ever in south Texas! I love a good reason to get behind a camera, and will often make a deal if given a challenge that's interesting enough.

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  • [–] 2 points 1 year ago* (1 child)

    Not really kink, but look up the three legged dog sideshow. It's a Texas based circus troupe but they travel a lot. Fantastic people. Dan Block in particular is one of my friends and mentors

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