Photo by Buğrahan Şirvancı
zeynep renda,
multidisciplinary body artist, performer and Xpert certified instructor based in Istanbul.
their journey with pole dancing began in 2013 and they've been sharing their passion teaching over the past eight years.
after worked in local studios, zey discovered a newfound freedom and decided to share their passion globally through online classes.
their style transcends conventional boundaries, characterized by fluid, unrestrained movements around the pole
- a fusion of sensuality and sensitivity.
zey loves sharing their passion about erotic movements, viewing this as a transformative path to personal liberation.
for them, dance is more than just movement - it's about empowering individuals to express themselves freely and authentically,
especially through unique movement styles in heels.
in their erotic style classes, they emphasizes the profound connection between body and self,
advocating for personal ownership and freedom within one's physical being - an intimate journey free from external judgement.
zey believes that flexibility is the gateway to understanding our physical boundaries.
in flexibility classes, they focus on exploring the body's limits and embracing them through playful experimentation.
flexibility transcends mere muscle and angles - it's a holistic exploration of the body's nervous system.
this understanding guides the design of their classes, fostering a mindset that encourages students to connect deeply with their bodies and expand their capabilities.
zey prioritizes creating a safe haven and inclusive space in their classes - a welcoming playground where every individual's unique body
and movement style are discovered and celebrated.
​​beyond teaching, zey is renowned as queer nude artist featured in NFTs.
through this medium, they boldly assert that the body is one's ultimate possession.
they love to create self portraits, mostly nude and infused with floral artistry.
some of their works exhibited in Paris and São Paulo.​
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"being me means flowing tirelessly between moments of intense brightness and deep darkness in the blink of an eye.
i live inside of my feelings. so my art always comes from the depths of my heart."