ARTISTIC SHARPS WORKSHOP (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED)

KinkZone is excited to host this workshop, led by The Stencil Lab.

FACILITATOR BIOGRAPHIES

Paradax is a passionate needle play enthusiast with a particular focus on decorative sharps and stencil work. Since discovering her love for needle play in 2017, she has honed her craft with a keen eye for detail and a steady hand — especially over the past two years, where her dedication to precision and artistic expression has flourished.

In late 2024, Paradax and her partner launched The Stencil Lab, a creative project aimed at sharing unique stencil designs and igniting inspiration within the global needle play community. Their mission: to bring more beauty, creativity, and confidence into the world of decorative sharps.

Paradax has taught needle play techniques in local kink spaces, expos, and through online forums, where she creates welcoming, educational environments for newcomers and experienced players alike. Her workshops focus on building confidence, safety, and creativity while encouraging others to explore the expressive potential of sharps play.

Matt has been bottoming for needle play scenes since 2017. His professional background utilises AutoCAD which translates well to designing intricate and geometrically satisfying needle play stencils.

In more recent times, he has been exploring his interest in topping for needles and hooks in a collaborative space with needle bottoms.

Together with Paradax, he hopes to continue to grow community engagement and interest amongst the international sharps community.

Workshop outline

In this class, the focus will be on how to create with the sharps available to us. We will explore the opportunities when playing with a variety of sharps while emphasising techniques for heavier-style play. Expect a lesson on small hook play, unique needle lengths, larger gauge (piercing needles), and specialty needles. We will also explore stacking, weaving, and needles under tension.

This class is theory and demonstration only but will be followed by a sharps skillshare open to all. Hooks and specialty needles will be available for purchase on the day for those looking to try these out within this environment (or wanting to take them home!).

Please select the add-on to your class ticket for a discounted rate for the Sharps Skillshare (2.30-6pm).

TICKETS

Maximum capacity of this event is 30 people.

Cost: $65 per person (+ booking fee)

VENUE & ARRIVAL

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time to allow for the workshop to commence on time. Ample street parking is available.

ACCESSIBILITY

While the venue is not accessible at this time, the KZ Crew has taken steps to address this and improve accessibility. While this is not the most elegant or preferred solution, we do have a stair climber chair for guests.

Using the stair climber *will* require assistance from staff. While we would appreciate knowing ahead of time if you require this assistance, pre-alerting us is not mandatory.

The new venue is on the first floor of the building and access is via a flight of stairs up to our entrance way. There is no lift in the building.

More information and specifications for the stair climber chair are available in the website FAQ section.

RULES & ETIQUETTE

Consent is the core value we insist upon at KinkZone: Say “YES” with enthusiasm, or say “No, thanks” with grace.

Please refresh on the rules below and view our site regularly for our full list of rules:

• Please do not park illegally.
• No means NO. Consent is the core value of our establishment that we insist upon.
• This is a private event. For everyone's benefit, we would like to keep it that way. We insist you do not discuss it on social media or in public forums.
• When using equipment, clean it once you have finished. We provide disinfectant wipes and sprays for this.
• Smoking and vaping in the courtyard only, not inside.
• KinkZone strongly encourages practicing safe sex. Condoms are provided for your use.
• Non-prescription medications and illicit drugs are not permitted at KinkZone.
• Disrespectful behaviour, uninvited advances and non-consensual touching will not be tolerated. Any violations of these rules, or making others feel uncomfortable or unsafe, could result in ejection from the venue and, if necessary, intervention by authorities.
• The KZ Crew are there to supervise and will stop any scene or behavior they consider to be unsafe or inappropriate. They are identifiable by their armbands.
• Taking photos is only allowed if you gain permission from all individuals before taking photos. This includes anyone that could potentially be visible in the background. We suggest taking photos against a wall as a backdrop to avoid any issues.

We are looking forward to hosting The Stencil Lab!

The KZ Crew