Judy Ann Dull
Judy Ann Dull (1933–1957) was a young woman chasing dreams in the sunlit haze of 1950s Los Angeles, an aspiring actress and model whose spirit shone brightest in the intimate world of fetish photography. With her brunette waves, expressive eyes, and a dancer’s lithe grace, Judy embodied the era’s blend of glamour and grit, stepping into frames not as a passive figure, but as a … Continue reading Judy Ann Dull
Doree
Doree (last name unknown) was one of John Willie’s most daring and least-documented models during his 1957 Los Angeles period. A petite brunette with a gymnast’s core and a dancer’s arch, she appeared in only a handful of sessions, yet left an indelible mark on the evolution of suspension bondage photography. Grace in Suspension Unlike the theatrical damsels of Bizarre magazine, Doree brought athletic precision … Continue reading Doree
Patti Conley
Patti Conley (c. 1930s–?), known in Willie’s circle as “Pat,” was a Hollywood hopeful with a dancer’s lithe frame and a showgirl’s charisma. An American model who moonlighted in men’s magazines and even starred in burlesque training films like LA School for Strippers (1957). She posed for a number of L.A. photographers, including Peter Gowland, Peter Gowland and Keith Bernard and had worked as a showgirl at the Dunes … Continue reading Patti Conley
Holly Faram
Holly Anna Faram (1924–1999) was more than John Willie’s muse — she was his collaborator, wife, and the real-life Sweet Gwendoline. A California-born dancer with a ballerina’s poise and a rebel’s spirit, Holly met Willie in 1946 and stepped into a world of silk ropes, sky-high heels, and playful peril. From Stage to Studio Trained in ballet and modern dance, Holly brought elegance and endurance … Continue reading Holly Faram
R.F le Blanc
These photos were published in Der Komplex der Flagellomanie by Dr. Ernst Schertel, published in 1930. The photographer was referred to as R. F. Le Blanc. The photos show domestic discipline scenes with F/f and M/f dynamics. Continue reading R.F le Blanc
Th. Juwé
Th. Juwé appears to be an obscure early 20th-century German photographer (or possibly a pseudonym for one), primarily known today through their contributions to Weimar-era erotica and fetish photography. Their name surfaces almost exclusively in connection with flagellation-themed imagery, depictions of corporal punishment, spanking, and sadomasochistic motifs, that aligned with the bold sexual explorations of the late 1920s and early 1930s in Germany. Little is … Continue reading Th. Juwé
A Visual History of BDSM in Film Promotion
Imagine The Godfather with Don Corleone bound in silk ropes, or Pulp Fiction’s dancers locked in a steel cage. What happens when the silver screen meets the dark room? From the lurid grindhouse prints of the 1960s to today’s glossy streaming thumbnails, BDSM imagery has long been a visual shorthand for transgressive desire. Film titles and promotional posters act as cultural signposts, instantly communicating a … Continue reading A Visual History of BDSM in Film Promotion
History of Nuns, Monks, and Spanking
Today I’m exploring a surprisingly persistent yet taboo fascination: the erotic allure of nuns and monks both delivering and receiving spankings. Far from being a purely contemporary fetish, this motif threads through centuries of religious discipline, provocative art, and whispered convent anecdotes. I’ll draw on archival accounts of corporal punishment within monastic communities, Victorian‑era erotica, and a selection of historic artworks—including pieces from the Spanking … Continue reading History of Nuns, Monks, and Spanking
BDSM Themes in Early Modern Mezzotints
Let’s go on a journey through six provocative prints by John Smith (1652–1743), a renowned English mezzotint engraver who left a legacy of intricate prints that blend satire, sexuality, and power dynamics. Known for reproducing works by masters like Rubens and creating original pieces, Smith’s art from the late 17th and early 18th centuries subtly echoes modern BDSM themes: dominance and submission (D/s), bondage, sadomasochism … Continue reading BDSM Themes in Early Modern Mezzotints
Exotique by Leonard Burtman
Exotique was a specialized fetish magazine published by Leonard Burtman under his Burmel Publishing Company imprint in New York City between 1955 and 1959. The magazine’s femdom theme, photos, and artwork mark it as a direct descendant of the first major fetish magazine Bizarre (1946-1959), produced by John Willie. Exotique was entirely devoted to fetish fashions and female-dominant bondage fantasies. The 36 issues featured photos and illustrations of dominatrix-inspired vamps (including wife Tana Louise and iconic model Bettie Page) wearing exotic leather and … Continue reading Exotique by Leonard Burtman
