After the year we've just had, how about something a little more creative? I thought I'd flag up two creative contests for people, both with deadlines at the end of January 2021.

First, the regular MOREPIXX? fetish photo competion takes a slightly different format this year, because there won't be the usual show at Darklands in Antwerp. So, this year there won't be the Sly Hands Memorial Award, which is usually picked by visitors to the exhibition. Instead there will be prizes for Winner, first runner up, and second runner up.

An international jury consisting of both experts in photography/art and fetish lovers will pre-select the best photographs and nominate the top 15 pictures for a worldwide public online vote. Should you wish to participate, you must submit your photos by Sunday, 31st January 2021.

If video's more your thing, check out the International Fetish Short Film Festival, organised by SLFC. Many people have had plenty of time to learn how to make the best of their cameras during lockdowns in 2020, and SLFC is inviting you to share non-pornographic fetish themed films. You can submit them by the 31st of January 2021, and they'll be streamed online, with both audience and jury awards. Email spanishlfc@gmail.com for more details