1 April 2020
Being kinky is a state of mind
Katerina Sarakinou
- Artist — Katerina Sarakinou
- Interview by — Violeta Dai
1.How do you feel right now?
With everything happening in the world right now, I can't help but feel worried about what's coming. But i'm still hopeful that things will get better.
2.How would you define yourself?
Artistic with a twisted imagination. Into cats and dinosaurs.
Why cats and dinosaurs?
Cats are beautiful and independent and when you win their love, you feel special. Dinosaurs look strong and dangerous but super cute at the same time.
3.How do you describe your creativity and creations?
I choose to draw plus size women who are less visible in our community. All of my designs picture sexy poses with lingerie, something that is usually unacceptable on media. That's just my way to show that plus size girls also have a sensual and kinky side.
What is your kinky side?
Being kinky is a state of mind.
« I embrace the parts of my sexuality that sometimes, are against the standard expectations of romance. »
4.Why drawing? Do you have any other artistic skills?
I started drawing at a young age as a form of expression. In my opinion, you can show every emotion you have through drawing. Lately, i've been also trying to embroider my designs on clothes.
5.What is to be a woman for you?
Being a woman for me, means to have many different roles in a society that critisizes your every move.
6.What is women's power?
The power of all women, lies in their ability to create history when they face sexism everyday.
Do you have any story where you faced it?
I face sexism daily on social media when people think they are entitled to have an opinion on how I express my myself.
7.What's the future of humanity for you?
« We should all concentrate on how to become better so that we could be more understanding towards each other »Not the best time to answer this question with the covid19 pandemic and social distancing but I think we should all concentrate on how to become better so that we could be more understanding towards each other. It’s like RuPaul always says,‘’If you can’t love yourself, how the hell you gonna love somebody else?’’
8.What does "pressure" mean for you?
Pressure for me is when society forces you to fit into certain labels that don't always fit you.
9.Have you ever felt under pressure? If yes, What is the good part of being under pressure?
When I'm working, I often put pressure on myself because it helps me achieve the best results. That's the only form of good pressure I can think of.
10.Would you like to say something (any message, tip, thought...) to someone/somewhere/somewhat through this interview?
I think the foundation of everything should be to accept people as they are. Always keep an open mind.
Kisses,
Katerina
