Artist statement
Born with the heart of an artist and the mind of a scientist I am a sponge that connects the dots pushing the edges of knowledge, skills, experiences, the atmosphere, and passions. I surrender my expressions to the interested eye and let them experience what they wish from viewing my works. Hopefully I am giving the audience an all access pass through the erotic portal. – Sir Render
How do you describe your art?
Sensual art resonates with me the most. But art is so subjective and resonates with people differently in what they feel and see. So I also describe it as Passion art, love art, bodyscapes, erotic art, life art, and of course Bondage/BDSM art. I believe it never just one of these but in time it encompasses all of these. And of course it depends on my mood and to whom I am speaking with.
Where do you get your inspiration from?
When collaborating with photographers and models I draw my inspiration from what one or each of the artist is attempting to portray. Or at least what I “feel” from the captured moment in time. I look for the most minimalistic way to express what I see and convey it to others.
I find it interesting how different models and photographers inspire a specific style that I use.
When working on a commission it is more about what the client is looking to express or immortalize. I try to find the emotional attachment they have with a piece/pose or what they are trying to convey. This is usually a much more involved process with multiple variations on styles and a process of communicating back and forth on in progress works.
Do you think there is beauty to be found in BDSM?
Most definitely. The BDSM culture of today really encompasses a plethora of physical and emotional idealisms. The BDSM community encompasses so many fetish, scenarios, passions and fashions. It is a subculture of all cultures that cover the globe and reaches deep into human history. It is not a new movement or fad that is just being played upon. It is a deep psychological root that is portrayed in various ways allowing individuals to express themselves. There is always some form of beauty and art in the way that each and every individual chooses to express themselves.
How long have you been into BDSM?
As far back as I can remember. It almost feels like I was born attracted to the damsel in distress and the art of bondage. I am especially attracted to rope and how the body becomes a open canvas for the bondage rigger to create an artistic piece. In a way, it mimics what fashion artist are doing with fabrics and other materials. This made me curious about the root of the emotional and physical draw it has for each individual engaging in some form of BDSM practice and play. I realized in my teens that I was not alone in these feelings and needs. And that it was a wonderful way for people to counter balance some of the commonalities they are forced to project as to appear normal. As the years passed I saw the popularity of the culture and community grow. I think it is fantastic that it can actually be labeled as a community now.
How do people normally react to your BDSM pieces?
The BDSM pieces are usually the most popular. They usually express more of some deep desire of being on one side of the whip or the other. Within social groups and friends it has actually enticed them to be more open with themselves and find a common thread that had been kept in the closet for most or our relations. My pieces are usually more implied than “in your face” hardcore. This enables a great bridge between those that are just introducing themselves into the community and those who have been living it for years.
Would you say your art and the BDSM scene is an act of rebellion to society?
To me society as a whole is made largely of good people. I believe the BDSM scene is a functional part of dealing with being part of a society and its complexities. If I rebel against anything it is forced commonality and suppressing individual expression. As long as each individual is consenting and being enriched by the experience it is a beautiful thing. If it is only one sided then something is terribly wrong. I see my art as an in between medium to assist with exposure of a way to deal with the natural primal instincts that many try to suppress. I have spent most of my life in confidential situations. Whether it be corporate intellectual property or private works for individuals. I am always the one in the middle. My secrets have secrets but my artwork is a way for me to be free, honest, and even exposed.
Do you think BDSM will ever be seen as normal…. do you want it to be seen as normal?
Compared to how open such expressions are now versus how they were in my early years I would say that it is considered normal. It is not just a subculture. It is a base root of all cultures. So, in seeing how integrated BDSM is in every culture, I would have to call it normal. It just not might be for everyone, but it is for many more than the average person realizes. There are so many levels of indulgence into this culture that it seems impossible that someone has not integrated or experimented with it in some small way.
What are your other forms of expressions?
Creation in any medium I can get my hands on and build. Music is where I have produced commercially available pieces. I am classically trained on the piano and self taught on percussions (congas and bongos), and I love playing the didgeridoo. I have assisted with many collaborative music albums and composed, produced, and released a solo album of my own. I also have worked with various other mediums of artistic expression in the past such as independent films.
How do people contact you and buy your artwork?
I can be located on most social medias under @sirrenderart. My website (which is currently undergoing an upgrade including a store.) is www.sir-render.com. I am most active on my Instagram@sirrenderart and my tumblr www.sir-render.tumblr.com . I will always direct people to my email: theartist@sir-render.com from social media. I can discuss the multitude of production options and keep my projects better managed that way.