BME: Body Modification Ezine

A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

Tattoo, Piercing, and Body Modification News, Events, and Culture

Welcome to the Ministry of Pain!

Written by

Shannon Larratt

I admit that I’m really behind on work and responsibilities (sorry to everyone who’s had to wait longer than they should for memberships, software, interviews, and so on), so I’m kind of copping out here by taking the easy approach to ModBlog entries that people like: posting pictures of pretty girls who are into body play… Is that really so bad? If it’s good enough for mechanics, it’s good enough for me.

In any case, thanks to Meeshi for sharing photos of her 8ga two-point pull, facilitated care of Shawn Payne at Ministry of Pain in South Lyon, MI.

Comments

2 responses to “Welcome to the Ministry of Pain!”

  1. Shannon Larratt Avatar
    Shannon Larratt

    The following comments were imported from our old comment system:

    Posted on 12-04-2005 22:49:38 by 3
    i want to do a suspension in front of a full length mirror now.

    Posted on 12-05-2005 17:34:09 by Jets
    I usually hate tattoos on asses, but those are cool

    Posted on 12-05-2005 17:40:48 by jasonthe29th
    I usually hate filthy linoleum, but that is cool.

    Posted on 12-18-2005 02:41:31 by fuck
    oh..
    the stupid bullshit people do.

    Posted on 01-15-2006 16:20:57 by nowheregrrl
    tattoo on her ass is great

  2. jen Avatar
    jen

    no wai love it!!

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