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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.

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Representin’

Written by

RooRaaah Crumbs

David Bendele

“Just had one of your logos tattooed on my gut and I figured what a better way to top it than with a couple of play piercings! Just showing you guys some appreciation.“

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20 responses to “Representin’”

  1. RooRaaah Crumbs Avatar
    RooRaaah Crumbs

    Just a quick note to say I hope I got the credits right – It was a little unclear, it’s either David in the photo or David that did the piercings.

    Feel free to correct me!

  2. Warren Avatar
    Warren

    Roo: I think you’re perhaps right on both accounts…at least from what it looks like here, since it looks like he’s wearing gloves 😉

  3. Brittney Avatar
    Brittney

    … hip…. bones…..
    not….so…big…. build….

    I think I’ve found a god.

    😉

    HAHA I love this picture… his face is so peaceful [and nice!!]

    lalalala
    I really like his rib tattoo – I wonder what it’s of!

  4. Brandon Avatar
    Brandon

    looks great

  5. Heretic Avatar
    Heretic

    Killer calm logo!

  6. scenester gates Avatar
    scenester gates

    I second that #3…. Godly hip bones….

  7. xbriannax Avatar
    xbriannax

    #3- I agree! Ooh la la!

  8. kate Avatar
    kate

    i’m gonna be real here. SO hot.

  9. bucket of bunnies Avatar
    bucket of bunnies

    on his gut? lawl.

  10. Melf Avatar
    Melf

    Jesus that’s hot.

  11. Stefunee Avatar
    Stefunee

    Looove the calm logo.

  12. ward. Avatar
    ward.

    This reminds me to hurry up and by that calm logo hoody.

  13. Sean Dornan Avatar
    Sean Dornan

    he is beautifulllllll.
    and both projects turned out really well imho.

  14. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    aw man, please don’t be offended- but please take off your pants and resumbit.

  15. Meg s14 Avatar
    Meg s14

    DAVE!!!!
    you would!

    and.. looks amazing!

  16. Steph Avatar
    Steph

    Is it odd I saw the tattoos first and not the body? Have I really been that single THAT long? Haha, I like it (both the picture and the guy within the picture) 😉

  17. Stefunee Avatar
    Stefunee

    14: Agreed.

  18. Nicklas Avatar
    Nicklas

    HOT!! ;D

  19. Hamsandawich Avatar
    Hamsandawich

    Just how I like my men, hair on the face and none on the head.
    Plus those hipbones are pretty lovely as well.
    -Sarah

  20. Lauren Avatar
    Lauren

    Its natural selections wish that that man be cloned and handed over to all females. Rawrrrr

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