Photographer The Dirty Archangel and his shibari on the streets of New York: When art reveals freedom (23 photos)

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An unusual creative collaboration has emerged in New York City: model Zero-Gi, bondage master SamJay, and photographer known as The Dirty Archangel. They transform the streets of the metropolis into a stage for sensual performances. The team is inspired by two arts—the ancient Japanese practice of shibari (or kinbaku) and the magic of photography, woven into a daring visual statement. (Caution! Nudity).

Shibari is the Western name for kinbaku, the traditional Japanese art of erotic bondage. Its origins date back to the 13th century, where practical knots gave rise to a refined aesthetic. Photographer Dirty Archangel brought his art of shibari to the streets. He's not the first to do so, but no one has done it as beautifully and boldly as he has.

When asked what most interests him about his work, Dirty Archangel answers honestly: "How do you do it, and why haven't you been arrested yet?" It's hard to imagine that such photo shoots in the heart of the Big Apple go unnoticed by the police.

It's actually quite simple: the team collaborates with the New York police. Even the most explicit shoots are conducted with permission from law enforcement. City laws also encourage creative expression. In New York, women are officially allowed to be topless in public—this promotes gender equality.

But the photographer says they're not being brazen or testing the citizens' patience. The company moves quickly: they change locations, shoot nude scenes on the fly, and carefully choose the moment to avoid unwanted witnesses. "We usually go out early in the morning, when the streets are still almost empty."

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Their The work balances on the line between art and provocation, between freedom of expression and social norms. But where is the line between aesthetics and transgression? Do you consider such street photoshoots bold art or a challenge to social morality?