I’ve always been captivated by artistic depictions of spankings. They allow us to view snapshots of excitement in another spanko’s imagination and soak in the emotions portrayed there from a completely different place, time, and mindset. While modern spanking art is certainly glorious and relatable, it’s the historical pieces that really get my gears turning. They remind me that people have been into This Thing We Do forever and get me wondering about every sexy spanking that

From the Marquis de Sade novel Justine, or The Misfortunes of Virtue When I was younger and still in the kink closet, I wanted so badly to meet other spankos—not just for potential playtime, but for friendship too. I had kinky people around me, but none who felt the way I did about spanking in particular.   I’m happy to say that dream came true once I got brave enough to own my fetish fully. These days, I’m lucky to have plenty of lovely spanko connections, which has improved

Illustration by Georges Topfer When you fall on the more masochistic end of the spectrum, it becomes apparent that some kinky sessions hurt more than others. One day, you’re zoning out during a spanking in a fluffy cloud of tranquility, able to take whatever’s dished out. The next, you’re squirming, fighting back, and running for your life, shocked by how sensitive you’ve suddenly become. My fellow subby/switchy types, you’re not imagining things. Pain tolerance fluctuates fr

A piece by Louis Malteste My play partner, an esteemed gentleman and fellow spanko, once asked me an intriguing question: “If you could press a button that would erase your spanking fetish and make you forget it ever existed, would you?” ‘Tis a deep topic, surely. Such a move would, in theory, instantly transform us into people with vanilla preferences—people who didn’t think about spanking all day or feel embarrassed to see it pop up in old movies. We would then arrive home

Collection des Orties Blanches by Leon Pierre circa 1932

The Obscene Kiss by Francesco Maria Guazzo As a California pseudo-hippie with a probing interest in the mysteries of the universe, I’m no stranger to the ancient practice of spiritual divination. Think tarot cards, palm readings, and scrying with crystal balls. Through these mediums, we channel supernatural forces to seek knowledge of the future or answers to life's deepest questions. But what I didn’t  know, even as a certified spanko, is that some people do this with butth

The Misfortunes of Collette

Le Tour d'Europe d'un Flagellant Some people worship Jesus in their day-to-day lives. Spanking fetishists, however, are more likely to aim their devotion at the sacred curves of a begging backside. The art of erotic spanking is a timeless form of butt worship. This practice goes far deeper than the smacky-smacky sting we adore; a central theme is the plump target of our affections, and WHAT a target it is. As a dedicated member of The Order of the Rosy Glow for the Devoutly D

Illustration by Georges Topfer

Illustration by Georges Topfer If you’re reading this, you’ve probably discovered the person you fancy is into spanking, and not just casually. A fetish isn’t an “I can take it or leave it” thing for those who have one. Spanking is likely a salient theme in your partner’s erotic imagination. If you're the apple of their eye, they’ll want to share this with you. You may be wondering what it’s like for your partner to have this fetish—or worrying it could affect your compatibil