Chester, a self-described gay radical sex photographer, is organizing the benefit with Patti Beadles, who is also a photographer. Chester says there will be a silent auction, sale, and raffle of art depicting BDSM and sexual content. Other items offered might include books, Chester says, as well as gift certificates that can be redeemed for photo sessions with certain artists.
"We feel helpless as we watch this tragedy unfold before us, but we don't have to be helpless," Chester says. "We can come together as a community and in a show of support, raise funds for the much needed work that is to come."
There is no admission fee, Chester says, but a $20 donation will be accepted. (No one will be turned away for lack of funds, he adds.) All money raised at the event will go to the American Red Cross, specifically aimed at helping victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
Shibari Relief is Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Wicked Grounds kink cafe and boutique. For more information check the website or call Chester at (415) 621-6294.
