Presenter

If we consider porn to be a genre for adult entertainment we pretty much lack a definition of what is ‘ethical’ or even what ‘good pornography’ is.
‘Ethical’ would be better defined by the process behind the creation of a movie rather than by its content, making sure that the performers can work in a safe and respectful environment.
Pornography is a performance and if put in a proper context, viewers can see it for what it is.
The pornography that I like is a place where we can explore sexual imagery that transcends the mainstream industry’s dictates and heteronormative narratives, and where cinematic values and the diversity of pleasure – and its representation – can be expressed.
After having experienced film productions that embrace an ‘ethical’ approach to pornography, I started to reflect on what I learnt on set about consent, fantasy, power, and intimacy; on how to develop it into ‘good practices’ for performers and directors, and make it an accessible and empowering tool for everyone.
In the safe space of this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to share and confront different experiences of intimacy, power dynamics and sexual identities, whilst playfully exploring sexual fantasies.
Some scenarios scare us; others make us feel powerful. We can find subversive ways of staging them collectively, moving beyond predominantly white male-oriented traditional porn narrative.
Let’s connect and play by sinking into our senses and creativity and bringing to life the porn act of our dreams.
The workshop is divided into two parts, each of which can be followed independently.

In the first part we’ll practice movement, breath, sensual embodiment and BDSM play, and we’ll open a conversation about our sexual fantasies, connecting with the others and meeting each other with curiosity and respect.
We’ll create a safe space in which we can slow down, relax, and open up to our emotions and senses in a creative framework.
In this first part of the workshop, we’ll primarily experience bodywork, although some of the exercises might involve touch and sensual exploration.