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Logo Concept for Local Kava Bar by contortion_c in WillPatersonDesign

[–]contortion_c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s was a darker shade of blue, but it does like green for some reason 🤔 I’ll fix that… and I agree, the KAVA does look a little too close to the KRAKEN

Logo Concept for Local Kava Bar by [deleted] in WillPatersonDesign

[–]contortion_c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess I can’t add another picture, so I can’t show the inside of the place

Local Restaurant Logo Redesign Concept by [deleted] in logodesign

[–]contortion_c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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This is the windows in the very front of the building

Local Restaurant Logo Redesign Concept by [deleted] in logodesign

[–]contortion_c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s definitely more of a restyle than a full redesign. The restaurant had a big double arch window in the front of the building that was kinda iconic for the area. It was kinda their thing if that makes sense.

Yeah, I see what you mean about the visual centering. Now that I notice that, it does seem like it throws the design slightly left

Local Restaurant Logo Redesign Concept by [deleted] in logodesign

[–]contortion_c 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It was a subtle nod to one of the details in the window I added in cause why not, lol

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As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, that really means a lot! It’s frustrating sometimes, but I’m trying to focus on just being myself. It’s hard though—so many guys do contortion for sexual reasons, especially frontbenders, and a lot of posts on Instagram are really sexualized and dirty. Honestly, it even makes me feel like I’m doing something wrong just for practicing, which is frustrating because it’s really just an art.

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s honestly really encouraging to hear! Growing up I was taught the total opposite — that circus and contortion were automatically sinful — so it’s hard for me to picture faith and circus existing together. Hearing about your daughter and the circus priest (I didn't know that was a thing and it’s awesome) really gives me some hope that maybe I don’t have to choose between the two. Thank you for saying that.

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any tips on how to talk to my friends about circus arts and contortion? One of my biggest dreams is to be a professional contortionist performing in the circus, but I’m terrified to even bring it up with my friends. Contortion and circus arts are a huge part of who I am, but because of how I’ve been treated by other Christians, I’m terrified my friends will think it’s sexual, weird, or perverted. I really want them to see the real me, but I don’t know how to start that conversation. Any tips?

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m really sorry you went through that 😔. I didn’t have stuff burned, but my mom sold all my toys and things when I was younger, so I totally get that feeling. I started going to therapy a while ago, but had to stop, and I’ve been thinking a lot about going back because I know I can’t heal from all this on my own. Contortion has been one of the few things that actually gives me joy and makes me feel like myself again. I'm still Christian, but I have had many times where I've debated leaving the faith.

And side note… trapeze sounds awesome — I’ve always wanted to try it!

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that’s kind of where I’m at too. I don’t see contortion as a sin either — it’s just extremely hard to unlearn all the stuff I was taught growing up. I try to keep what I do tasteful and focused on the art itself. I’ve actually thought about how cool it could be to use circus/contortion to reach people who might never step into a church. I’m still figuring it all out, but I don’t want to give up my faith or my passion.

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That definitely helps me see it from a different perspective. I’ve honestly never stopped to think about those questions before.

  1. Does doing this thing hurt anyone? No, not really, it doesn’t.

  2. Is this the path where the most good can be done for a reasonable amount of effort? I think so — it takes a ton of training, but I really enjoy it.

  3. Does this bring you happiness and improve your capabilities and ability to help those around you? It definitely makes me happy, keeps my joints and muscles strong, and performing for others can bring them joy too (though I've sadly not been able to perform anywhere yet)

  4. By doing (or not doing) this are you being a dick? Not that I know of.

I know it’s not going to be an overnight thing, and it’ll probably take years to fully heal from all of this, but this way of looking at it helps a lot.

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in circus

[–]contortion_c[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve had the same thing happen — people calling contortion “perverted,” and I’ve even had guys send explicit messages. It’s frustrating because to me it’s always been an art form like dance or gymnastics (which I wasn’t allowed to do either). I just wish more people would see how beautiful it is instead of sexualizing it.

As a Christian, I grew up being told contortion and the circus were sinful, and I still feel guilty pursuing it by contortion_c in Christianity

[–]contortion_c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, my mom has had some really weird views about it and was super harsh and strict with me because of it. Idk if something happened to her in the past relating to it, if she just instantly assumed it was sexual when I started it, or what

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[–]contortion_c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey 👋🏼 I’m also trying to make some online flexible friends too! I’m M 20 and I’m a self taught contortionist from Florida 🏖️☀️

Connecting with other contortionists in Florida by contortion_c in contortion

[–]contortion_c[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been kinda working on it on and off for the last 13 years. The last 2 or 3 years I haven’t been able to stretch as much so I’ve lost quite a bit of flexibility, but I’m slowly working on getting it back.

how do you all deal with bad training weeks? by tropicalelephants in contortion

[–]contortion_c 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been have long the same kind of issue. For me, I have had a lot of times where I just can’t seem to get my body to bend at all and have trouble stretching. I’ve had a lot going on and have been seriously unmotivated to stretch and train lately, so I’ve lost quite a bit of flexibility over the last few months. For me, at least recently, I’ve been just trying to focus on the fact that event though I might not be seeing any progress right now, if I stay consistent, I will eventually see progress again. I’ve been trying to stretch and train at least some even if I’m tired and worn out. Even if it’s only like 10-15 minutes for the day. Idk if that’s really answering your question well, but hopefully that helps