Welcome to the sixth installment of CRAVE Culture, a curated quarterly newsletter in which we explore individuals in culture who inspire us.
Realized in passionate creativity and captivating forms of beauty, discover where intimacy meets self-expression.
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ART OF PLEASURE
Soft power, in motion by Sierra Wylde
Video by Sierra Wylde @wyldethebrand
In motion, Sierra embodies strength and beauty refined through practice. What appears effortless is the result of dedication. Her Vesper Mini moves as she does, with precision. A signal to those who recognize mastery. Sierra Wylde is a dancer, pole artist, and the founder of @Wyldethebrand.
ART OF EXPRESSION
Kissing Flowers by Anna Shvets
Video for CRAVE by Anna Shvets @sh.vets
Kissing Flowers by Anna Shvets reimagines the natural world through a lens of unexpected sensuality, blending organic forms into surreal moments of intimate encounters. The work invites viewers to experience nature not as static beauty, but as a living, breathing force of connection and transformation. Based in Barcelona, Shvets uses AI tools as part of her creative process, exploring the intersection of technology, imagination, and traditional artistry.
From the artist:
“Through the transformation of familiar forms, I construct sensorial and surreal experiences that question the boundaries between perception and reality. My work seeks to unravel the hidden architectures of how we engage with the visible and the invisible layers of existence.”
ART OF EXPRESSION
Photographs by Timothy Hearsum
Photography by Timothy Hearsum @t.hearsum
A longtime resident of the California desert, Hearsum has spent more than three decades documenting the American Southwest. His work is held in major institutional collections including MoMA, the Smithsonian Institution, the George Eastman Museum, and the Museum of Contemporary Photography in Chicago.
INTIMACY TIP
CRAVE’s Guide to Play Parties
Image by CRAVE @lovecrave
A play party is a private or semi-public event where attendees can be entertained or engage in consensual activities with others in a safe and respectful environment. Follow our six-step basic guide:
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How to find a play party?
Search online for terms like “s3x clubs,” “play parties,” or “swinger clubs” in your area. Visit their websites for event listings, membership details, and guidelines.
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Know the rules
Every party has its own set of rules. Look into the venue’s guidelines on behavior, consent, and privacy. This helps create a respectful and enjoyable environment for all.
VESPER IRL
Vesper by Climaxxx, Brazil
Video by Climaxxx @lojaclimax
No words are needed when you are part of the club. Vesper is now available in Brazil at Climaxxx.
OFFICE TALK
Curated Hotness by CRAVE
Image by Paul Yem
View the full list of what we are watching around the office (and yes, it’s keeping us warm on these cold nights).
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