LOS ANGELES—Performer/director Leigh Raven, who took over directing duties for Kink.com's Divine Bitches series/subsite a year ago, recently expanded those duties to the site's celebrated Whipped Ass channel.
Performer Dillon Diaz, who also works as a production assistant at Kink.com, praised Raven's directorial prowess.
"Working with Leigh behind-the-scenes and in front of the camera has been a real pleasure. She keeps it fun, sexy and entertaining," Diaz said. "Her growth as a director is undeniable, and she holds a space in kink that was missing for a little while."
Kink.com head of production and AVN Hall of Famer JohnPaul "The Pope"—under whom Raven trained to develop her Domme alter ego Mistress Baby—echoed Diaz's sentiments, commenting, "I met Leigh early in her career and saw something special in her immediately. She was a top-tier performer and had a great attitude. Fast forward to present day and I couldn't be more proud of how amazing she is as a director. I'm looking forward to watching her growth as Kink.com director."
Noted a press announcement of Raven's newly widened directing role, "As a director, Raven is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of BDSM cinema, focusing on both creativity and authenticity. Her work on Divine Bitches and Whipped Ass promises to offer a new, insightful look into the world of BDSM, reflecting her evolution and passion for the craft. Raven't commitment to safe, consensual practices and her ability to create a supportive environment on set ensures that every project is executed with care and respect for both performers and audiences."
"I'm beyond excited to start this new chapter," Raven said. "Directing gives me a new platform to share my vision and creativity with the community. I'm all about bringing a fresh level of artistry to BDSM and creating content that truly connects with people."
Find Leigh Raven's most recent directorial works for Kink.com at Divine Bitches and Whipped Ass.
Pictured (l, r): JohnPaul "The Pope," Leigh Raven
