November 8th and 9th, 2024
Tickets will become available to Studio Members on October 15th and to our mailing list on October 16th.
Weekend Pass
$615 per tying pair
Admission for two (one tying pair) to all weekend events. A VIP Signing Upgrade is available at checkout.
Adaptive Gotes with Kinoko
7:00 pm on Friday, November 8th
$200 per tying pair
This workshop draws on Kinoko’s expertise in creating flexible, dynamic harnesses for performance and play. Three variations of his box tie will be taught – one with “standard” arm positioning, a variation for larger bodies, and a hands-in-front harness for folks who can’t or would prefer not to place their arms behind their backs.
Prerequisites:
Tying students should be comfortable tying a non-collapsing single-column tie.
Supplies:
Seven ~8 meter ropes, and several shorter lengths (1-3 meters) for finishing patterns.
Maete Shibari & Suspension
10:00-1:00 on Saturday, November 9th
$200 per tying pair
Learn from one of the undisputed masters of artistic suspension. This workshop covers what Kinoko considers essential knowledge for static suspension including hands-in-front and modular ties that balance aesthetic and function in the air.
Prerequisites:
Students should be comfortable tying a TK (i.e. one of the harnesses taught on Friday) for suspension. Experience with partial or full suspension is preferable but not essential.
Supplies:
Seven ~8 meter ropes and several shorter lengths (1-3 meters) for finishing patterns, at least five carabiners, a suspension ring if you would like to tie on one.
Diamond Karada & Bamboo Transitions
2:00-5:00 on Saturday, November 9th
$200 per tying pair
Learn Kinoko’s updated Diamond Body Harness! The Diamond Body Harness is a hands-out tie suited to a wide range of bodies and anatomy – although beautiful on its own, this hishi karada is designed to be used in suspension. This workshop is also an exploration of dynamic transitions on bamboo – the current focus of much of Kinoko’s work.
Prerequisites:
Students should be comfortable tying a TK (i.e. one of the harnesses taught on Friday) for suspension. Experience with partial or full suspension is important as we will be focusing on transitions and dynamic suspension.
Supplies:
Seven ~8 meter ropes, and several shorter lengths (1-3 meters) for finishing patterns, at least five carabiners, a suspension ring if you would like to tie on one. Bamboo will be provided.
Shibari Performance & VIP Signing
8:00 on Saturday, November 9th
$40 per person / $80 per person
A quiet, intimate glimpse into Kinoko’s world. Drawing inspiration from ikebana, calligraphy, and the natural world, this performance stresses the power of contemplation and connection – between partners, between the rope and ourselves.
Tickets for the evening are capped to offer an intimate and exclusive experience for attendees.
Private Lessons & Tying Sessions
Kinoko has some availability for both private lessons and tying sessions in Los Angeles.
Private instruction: $200 per hour with a two hour minimum.
Tying session: $400 for ninety minutes.
Hourly rates do not include tax or processing fees.
Please contact the Studio directly to inquire.