It gives us great pleasure to introduce this year’s theme of Los Angeles Leather Pride 2022, Dark Angel.
Angels, according to varying religions and mythologies, are winged supernatural beings that act as guides, warriors, messengers, healers and protectors of humanity. These spirits are often considered beings of light.
Then, there are the angels that are considered the fallen. Vilified by some and loved by others, these are the rebellious spirits that guide human beings into temptation and introduce them into the dark and “forbidden” aspects of humanity like sex, pleasure, lust and kink. Thus, they became known as Dark Angels.
We LGBTQ+ leather folk are the rebels of humanity. We are the guides who teach others about the beauty and liberation of sexuality. We are the warriors who fight for the preservation of everyone’s right to be who they are. We are the messengers for those who need to hear that they belong and that there spaces where you can be yourself. We are the healers of those who have been wounded by shame, rejection and fear. We are the protectors of those who want to explore their kinks and fetishes, safely, sanely and with consent, in loving and nurturing environments. In short, we are the Dark Angels who bring light to others and help them find their wings.
I’m so happy and proud that we finally get to celebrate LA Leather Pride with all of you. We are excited to present an amazing week full of events that allow you to revel in being a part of the leather, fetish and kink communities here in LA. Whether it is your first time or you’re a seasoned veteran, there is going to be something for everyone! We want you spread your wings and dance, socialize, cruise, drink, light-up cigars, make new friends and explore. This is the moment you have been waiting for! So get ready to gear up, have fun and find your inner Dark Angel.
Gabriel Green
L.A. Leather Pride Committee Chairman 2022
