Swen Brandy (CARNIVORE)
- Former competitive martial artist.
- Self-experimenter/Sadist/Masochist/Fetishist.
- Artist and Kink Educator.
Swen Brandy explores the profound connection between body and mind in unique, often challenging situations. Inspired by the concepts of “The Easy Way” and “When Masks Fall,” he highlights the transformative power of nonverbal communication for play, sexuality, and relationships. His motto: “When the final mask falls, beauty unfolds in its highest form.”
Combining BDSM, fetish, and sex-positive themes with photography and film, Brandy creates deeply personal experiences that push emotional and physical boundaries. Beyond documentation, his work captures the essence of intense shared moments.
He guides individuals and couples in exploring BDSM-oriented play and offers expertise in creatively documenting these experiences. Key themes include physical challenges, edge play, and rough body play. Through workshops, Brandy fosters spaces for intimacy, growth, and unforgettable experiences—with or without cameras.
Saara Rei
Saara Rei is a workshop facilitator and performance artist with a background in music, dance, education, and public speaking. Saara’s work generally centers around the exploration of suffering, both physical and emotional. Through their kink practice, Saara has come to understand that suffering comes from the comparison of what has been or could be to the present moment. And with that, Saara enjoys teaching about how to use suffering as a path to presence and enjoyment in life.
Having a Ph.D. in mathematics, Saara’s academic experience adds an intellectual flair to complement their performative approach to bodywork. Playfulness and humor make up a big chunk of Saara’s personality and approach to life, giving their workshops a very exploitative and light atmosphere, even while approaching some of the heaviest of topics: bodywork, kink, and more.