Maximizing the Impact of Sakunawa Art: Best Practices for Displaying and Preserving Your Japanese Sensual Shibari Art Bondage Print
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At Sakunawa, our mission is to provide not just art, but a transformative experience. We focus on creating fine art prints that hold deep cultural and artistic significance, especially centered around the themes of shibari and BDSM. Our pieces are designed to reflect the beauty, sensuality, and connection inherent in these art forms. But it's not just the art that sets us apart—it's the care and craftsmanship behind every print.
We are committed to offering museum-quality prints and showcasing works that elevate not just your space but also your emotional and intellectual connection to the art. When you choose a piece from Sakunawa, you're investing in something unique and high-quality—crafted for lasting beauty and authenticity.
The Printing Process: Crafting Perfection
Every Sakunawa piece begins with a meticulous printing process that uses the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-2655—one of the finest 24" pigment printers in the world. This cutting-edge printer, paired with LUCIA PRO 12-color pigment inks, is ideal for delivering gallery-grade prints. Our choice of inks ensures that each print captures the full spectrum of detail, shadow, and color precision necessary to make your art come alive. The results are lightfast, water-resistant, and will remain vivid for decades.
We print on a selection of premium papers, handpicked for their rich texture and unique finish. Each paper type is chosen for its archival qualities—ensuring that your artwork can stand the test of time.
Our Premium Papers: The Foundation of Every Print for Japanese Sensual Shibari Art Bondage
The choice of paper is crucial in bringing the essence of each piece to life. At Sakunawa, we carefully select heavyweight fine papers that add depth, texture, and a tactile experience to your art. Our premium papers include:
German Etching: This luxurious, textured paper adds a painterly look with a rough finish, perfect for works requiring depth and character, ideal for our shibari and BDSM art.
William Turner: A rougher surface that enhances dimension, perfect for emphasizing both the softness and intensity of your art.
Known for their archival quality, Canson papers offer a smooth, even texture, ideal for matte prints, where the focus is on subtlety and fine detail..
Types of Prints: Matte, Glossy, and Canvas
The finish of a print affects its texture, vibrancy, and overall feel. At Sakunawa, we offer three distinct options to best match your space and aesthetic:
Matte (our favorite for most art pieces): Non-reflective and smooth, matte prints maintain the artwork's subtle elegance and allow for deep, rich colors without distraction. This is a great option for a sophisticated, understated look.
Glossy: Ideal for prints that need an extra dimension. The glossy finish brings out the vibrancy of colors, making them pop and add depth to the image, perfect for making a bold statement in any space.
Canvas: For a timeless, classic feel. Canvas prints provide a textured, traditional look, offering a sense of artistry and warmth, perfect for larger, high-impact works that draw attention.
Print Size and Placement: A Personal Touch for Every Room
At Sakunawa, we offer a variety of print sizes to suit different spaces:
A4 & A3: These smaller formats are ideal for creating a cozy, intimate atmosphere or complementing existing decor. A smaller print, when placed correctly, can create a powerful focal point within a room.
A2 & A1: Larger sizes work wonders in creating an impactful statement in living rooms, galleries, or offices. They make a stunning presence on wide walls, drawing the eye in and emphasizing the beauty of the artwork.
Orientation and placement are just as important as size. Vertical formats might be suited for narrow walls or corridors, while horizontal prints add expansiveness, perfect for living rooms or above fireplaces. Our print mediums—cut paper for A4 and A3 and rolled prints for A2 and A1—allow for easy framing and proper mounting, tailored to your needs.
Framing and Hanging: The Sakunawa Signature
Choose the premium prints only
Our elegant black wood frames are:
Lightweight yet solid
Protected with acrylic glass
Ready to hang — modern, clean, and gallery-worthy
Available for matte and glossy prints in all sizes.
Canvas Hanging – Shibari-Style Bamboo Display
Our canvas prints for Japanese Sensual Shibari Art Bondage can be displayed using a 70–90 mm Guadua bamboo rod, suspended with a hand-tied shibari rope in a traditional snake knot. This hanging method is not just aesthetic — it is symbolic, echoing the sensual tension, intention, and trust found in the shibari ritual itself.
This is where the art becomes fully alive in your space.
Finishing Touches: The Sakunawa Commitment to Quality
At Sakunawa, we go above and beyond to protect the integrity of your print:
Spray Protection: After printing, we apply a Hahnemühle protective spray to seal the pigment and provide an additional layer of protection against dust, light, and moisture. This ensures the longevity and vibrancy of the artwork for years to come.
Handling with Care: Every print is handled with the utmost care and precision. We wear gloves to avoid any fingerprints or damage to the artwork during the printing process.
Certificate of Authenticity: Every piece you purchase comes with a certificate of authenticity, individually wax-sealed and signed by me, the artist. This adds an extra layer of trust and exclusivity to each piece, ensuring that you are investing in a genuine work of art.
Why Choose Sakunawa?
At Sakunawa, we don't just sell prints; we offer a cultural experience that resonates deeply with the themes of connection, trust, and surrender—expressed through shibari and BDSM art. We are dedicated to delivering premium quality prints and a seamless customer experience from start to finish. Each print is carefully produced, framed, and prepared with the highest standards, ensuring that your piece will become an enduring addition to your home or gallery.
By incorporating the best materials, technology, and craftsmanship into each piece, we ensure that your purchase is more than just a decoration—it's an investment in art that tells a story.
Ready to find the perfect piece for your space? Explore our collection today at Sakunawa.com.
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