Bound by Freedom
Art Basel Miami Beach 2024
This avant-garde collaboration brings together the ancient Japanese art of Shibari with cutting-edge contemporary fashion, presented through a live performance at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024. The event took place in a breathtaking Art Deco building—once home to Prince’s legendary Glam Slam nightclub—originally designed in 1934 by Thomas Lamb, the renowned architect behind the Empire State Building. The performance was presented to a live audience of more than 1,000 art enthusiasts during Miami’s most celebrated art week.
Dress designed by Niccola Folk. Shibari art by Julian Ties. Original poetry + music collab with songwriter, producer and model Rhyme. Film and creative direction by Kevin Raich.
Event recap video.
Film showcased on 30 screens around and above the crowd during live installation event. Original track and narrative by Rhyme and Kevin Raich.