Seminar: The Art of Crafting A Scene

What makes a scene special, memorable, and fulfilling?

This 90-minute class explores the creative process of scene crafting. Together we'll dig into intention, communication, intimacy, connection, inspiration, and the creative process itself. Our goal is to spark your own creativity, curiosity, and self-knowledge — not to impose a "right way" of doing things.

Expect a session that's interactive, collaborative, and improvisational.

We'll cover:

- Communicating desires and intentions, while finding alignment with a partner during scene planning

- Private scenes versus public play spaces

- Keys to deeper connection and intimacy

- The responsibilities and opportunities within chosen roles (Top and Bottom)

- Additional elements including ritual, costume, setting, and more!

This seminar os facilitated by Onyx_Sea_Mariner!

Bio:

Onyx is a respected veteran of the kink community with over 35 years of experience on both sides of the slash of D/s, BDSM, and power exchange. Admired for his creative and mindful play style, he's a joy to watch with his partners — his ethics, methods, and clear communication create connections that are viscerally evident. His love of teaching is heartfelt and infectious.

His classes are dynamic, interactive, and fun. He has taught throughout the Bay Area, Vacaville/Sacramento, and at Burning Man, including "The Art of Scene Crafting," "Consensual Power Exchange: A Radical Path to Healing and Self-Knowledge," "The Art of Spanking and Impact Play," "Negotiating a Lasting, Healthy Power-Exchange Dynamic," and "Kinky Games! Pathways to Intimacy and Trust Building." He can also be found lending his experience as a Dungeon Monitor and on local medical panels.