Get to Know Us
貓樓上．繩語沙龍始於2018年，成立以來，一直都是專門提供繩縛練習的空間。2021年，我們更換場地，由西門搬遷至萬華。自2023開始積極推廣繩縛文化，與不同組織合作純女繩縛、繩繪，參與市集提供繩縛體驗，與邀請國際友人客座、承辦工作坊。
2024年，熬過籌備期間的努力，我們在捷運圓山站 (與TSC, The Suspended Canvas共同) 承租了新的工作室，希望打造一個更多元國際、更性別友善、充滿女性能量的繩縛基地。我們的新空間將會以簡約、舒適的裝潢為主，設有多組吊點。除了寬敞的室內空間以外，貓樓上．繩語沙龍也有一座戶外空間可以吹吹風、跟住在附近的貓咪玩。
Cats Downstairs Rope Salon was founded in 2018 and has always been a space dedicated to practicing Shibari. The salon has undergone changes since 2021, moving from Ximen to Wanhua. Since 2023, it has actively promoted the rope bondage culture, cooperated with different organizations to host events such as an all-women's rope salon and shibari figure drawing, participated in markets to provide rope bondage experiences, and invited international artists to serve as guests and host workshops.
This year, after much planning, development, and preparation, Cats Downstairs runs a new studio ( together with TSC, The Suspended Canvas) near the MRT-Yuanshan Station to create a multicultural, gender-friendly, and feminine-centered rope studio. The new studio is decorated in a simple, cozy style with many suspension points. Besides the large indoor space, Catdownstairs is also equipped with a spacious rooftop where you can feel the breeze or play with cats living nearby.
About
The Suspended Canvas
Get to Know Us
空中畫布是由 Noir_Fix 及 Yisi 在2023共同創立的組織，我們主持過多種不同的繩縛活動，包括繩縛速寫、自縛吊工作坊、自由練習繩縛沙龍及繩縛表演等。我們的活動以繩縛、自縛吊和空中藝術為主。
往下可以看看我們的活動大概有哪些~
Welcome to The Suspended Canvas, an organization created by Noir_Fix and Yisi in 2023.
We host a variety of events, including figure-drawing sessions, self-suspension workshops, open practice salons, and performances. Our events revolve around themes such as rope, self-suspension, and aerial arts.
What are the different kinds of events we organize?
我們相信繩縛可以突破既有框架，帶來更豐富的體驗，因此創立了 The Suspended Canvas。
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人物速寫
我們致力於讓人物速寫活動更具獨特性，邀請擁有多種技能的模特兒參與，例如空中技巧表演者、舞者及自縛藝術家。我們的速寫課程非常適合想要挑戰自我、嘗試新事物的畫家、畫師。
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自縛吊課程
在 TSC 學習自吊藝術！從基礎工作坊開始，接著進入中級課程，專注於腰胯縛、大腿縛（Futomomo）和胸衣的應用。之後，您可以加入進階課程，學習將所有技巧結合起來的空中流動動作。
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演出活動
我們不定期與其他組織合作舉辦繩縛表演。表演時長可依需求而異，從 5 分鐘到 45 分鐘不等。如果您有興趣了解更多資訊，歡迎與我們聯繫。
我們如何提供人物模特兒合理的酬勞？
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作為一名從事人體模特兒工作的表演者，我（Yisi）深知擺姿勢所需的巨大心力。同時，Noir Fix 和我也參與過各種演出活動。正因為這些經歷，我們成立了 The Suspended Canvas，期望能提供與我們合作的模特兒公平合理的報酬。在台北，一場 2 小時的人體速寫活動通常酬勞約為 1,500 NTD。然而，我們除了確保他們至少獲得 1,500 NTD 的基本薪資外，另外根據出席人數適度提高模特兒的報酬。
Rope bondage could be so much more, thus The Suspended Canvas was born.
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Figure Drawing: We strive to make our figure drawing events as unique as possible by hiring models with various skills, such as aerialists, dancers, and self-suspenders. Our figure drawing sessions are perfect for artists who want to challenge themselves and try something new.
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Self-Suspension Classes: Learn the art of self-suspension at TSC, starting with our beginner workshop, followed by intermediate classes focusing on the hip harness, futomomo, and chest harness. Then join our advanced classes to learn aerial flows that combine all previous techniques.
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Performances: Occasionally, we organize rope performances in collaboration with other organizations. Performances can last from 5 min to 45 min. Feel free to contact us if you would like to know more about it.
How do we compensate our figure models?
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As someone who has worked as a life model for several years, I (Yisi) understand the immense effort that goes into posing. Both Noir Fix and I have also participated in various events as performers. This collective experience led us to establish The Suspended Canvas with a primary goal: to offer equitable compensation to those collaborating with us. In Taipei, a typical 2-hour life drawing assignment yields approximately 1500 NTD. However, we deliberately chose to increase the models' pay proportionally to attendance, ensuring they receive a minimum of 1,500 NTD.
團隊 Our Team
認識我們的團隊——
由四位獨特的成員組成
因對繩縛藝術的多樣性懷抱熱忱
而匯聚在一起
Meet our team, comprised of four unique individuals,
each united by a profound passion for the art of rope in its diverse manifestations.
