FAQ
Everything people ask about Skin in the Dark, answered straight.
What is Skin in the Dark?
Skin in the Dark is a Vancouver, BC photography brand dedicated to party, fetish, kink and nightlife events. It is run by photographer Michael Caswell and is the after-dark sister brand of SCENE IN THE DARK, his long-running Vancouver, BC concert photography project.
Who is the photographer behind Skin in the Dark?
Michael Caswell, a Vancouver, BC photographer with more than 16 years shooting the city's live music scene from the photo pit under SCENE IN THE DARK.
Is there a fetish or kink event photographer in Vancouver, BC?
Yes. Skin in the Dark photographs fetish nights, kink socials, costume parties and raves in Vancouver, BC and around British Columbia, with a consent-first approach built for these spaces. Hosts can hire Skin in the Dark through skininthedark.com/hire.
How does Skin in the Dark handle consent at kink and fetish events?
The host's photo rules come first, identifiable portraits are only taken with a clear yes, play scenes are never photographed without consent from everyone involved, and anyone can have a published photo removed with no questions asked.
How do I get a photo of myself removed?
Submit the form at skininthedark.com/remove or email contact@skininthedark.com with the photo link or a description. No explanation is needed and removals are typically handled within 24 to 48 hours, on the website and Instagram.
Does Skin in the Dark publish explicit photos?
No. Galleries document the atmosphere, fashion and energy of adult nightlife, but explicit content is not published on the website or on Instagram.
Is Skin in the Dark affiliated with Restricted Entertainment?
No. Skin in the Dark has photographed Restricted Entertainment events in Vancouver, BC but operates independently and is not officially affiliated with Restricted Entertainment.
How do I hire Skin in the Dark for my party or fetish night?
Use the hire form at skininthedark.com/hire or email contact@skininthedark.com with your event name, date, venue, expected crowd size and photo policy. Every event gets a quote based on the night.
Can I get the full-resolution photo of myself?
Yes. Get in touch through skininthedark.com/contact or contact@skininthedark.com with the gallery and photo, and the full-resolution file can be sent to you.
Where can I see new galleries?
New galleries are published at skininthedark.com/photos and announced on Instagram at @skininthedark.