I venture that most Campus Talk readers have seen a skin-flick or two, or at least sprained an eye muscle trying to catch a glimpse of a boob on the scrambled channels.  But have you ever considered becoming the star of your very own sexy home video? Just think, no more embarrassing trips the adult super center where you’re on a first-name basis with the clerks.  No more picking up dvd’s that have the residue of the last owner still glued to them.  Just you and your partner (and perhaps a third or fourth party if you get bold enough), in a skin-flick of your very own.  A rather exciting, and yet sticky (no pun intended) proposition to make to a prospective lover.

In the world of erotic entertainment there is essentially one purpose–you get to fantasize about actually taking part in what is happening in the video.  This means screwing who you want to, screwing where you want to, and screwing how you want to.  More generally speaking, you get turned-on.  What sane, horny college student would pass up such an opportunity? So to hell with modesty! If you’re doing it, why be ashamed of it?

Practice Makes Perfect

I personally feel it is a healthy and positive practice to put every single one of your sexual encounters on video.  For one, your personal efforts will improve during sex.  All of a sudden you’re not only working for yourself, but also to save face on the replay.  You will find that it is rather embarrassing to sit down for a review and the movie is over before you get halfway through your bag of popcorn.  The episodes tend to get longer as you tape more often, and excitingly, there are more acrobatics involved.  Don’t forget that your partners will also do their best work on you.

You’ll discover that you become more adventurous in your sexual conquests.  The bedroom scene gets tiresome after the first few practice shoots, so you start filming in different locations around the house.  My favorite is the kitchen.  There are so many opportunities for fun there: open a cabinet and you’ll find a toy; open the fridge, lots of toys, body foods, ice…you get the picture.  Not to mention there are a lot of different angles you can film from in the kitchen.

If you are comfortable enough to film your sex life, then you should have a great time watching the reruns with your lover.  Its kind of like the family-home-movie syndrome: you really look the hardest for and the longest at yourself on tape.  It is because its not that often that you get to see you on TV.  Now, there is a whole new side of you that you get to see on the big screen.  Bet you never thought that birthmark on your ass was noticeable! Did I forget to mention that it is an intense turn-on to see yourself and someone you know, or at least knew for an hour, doing the nasty on your very own television? You can now wear that trendy little “porn star” visor t-shirt with pride.   Anyway, you’ll end up with some quality television that you and your lovers can share.

Equipment

So I’ve told you all about the exciting world of home videos and have totally forgotten to mention the how to’s, and do’s and don’ts.  I suggest, and I’m assuming that you are a poor college student like me, that you get some video equipment from a pawn shop, or borrow some from a family member.  Note: remember to take the video cassette/dvd out before returning the camcorder to your grandmother. If it’s a really fancy set up. don’t forget to erase the camera’s hard drive. NOT a fun situation, trust me.

You’ll need: lots of condoms - safety first, any workable camcorder, a sturdy tripod, a roll of duct tape (for camera positioning only!), toys, body paint, fantasy items, and possibly a third party member - if you trust someone to catch all of the action. Oh, and good lighting. Normal bedroom lighting just doesn’t cut it when filming. Take the shade off the lamp next to you bed and set it out of the scene. That should give you plenty of good light. If that’s not an option, go to the kitchen. Kitchens are traditionally designed to have good lighting.

You’ll also need some alcohol. And no, not rubbing alcohol. I’m talking about booze. Now before the feminist beat down my door with axes let me make clear that the alcohol comes into play AFTER you’ve found a willing participant. This isn’t “How to film your date rape.” Anyone who’s had any descent amount of sex will tell you the longest and craziest sex comes when you and you’re partner have had a few drinks. I’m not talking about getting drunk, just loosening up your inhibitions. Another advantage is most liquor will help guys last longer than usual. I believe the term is “Whiskey Dick.”

Getting Started

Now you are ready for action.  It is best that you set up the equipment long before the planned romp.  Pick out a location that is suitable for your comfort level, and look at the spot from different angles.  This will give you a good idea about where to place the camcorder.  Set it up on the tripod or using the duct tape if you want to get that looking-down-into-the-shower feel.  Make sure you have all of your accessories close at hand.  You don’t want to have to leave the scene because you left a cucumber in the fridge.  Finally, assuming that you are a somewhat moral person and have the consent of all parties involved (how to accomplish this is a whole ‘nother story), you can press that little red button, no, the one on the camcorder first, that’s it, and let the playing begin!

As you become more advanced, you’ll get new ideas and find new turn-on’s.  After all that is what this is all about: feeling sexy and getting off.  Hopefully I’ve encouraged you enough to take matters into your own hands and get out there and record yourself screwing somebody! And if you are lucky enough to save up enough cash from plasma donations, you can invest in one of those new compact, lightweight digital recorders.  I’ve heard they are great for close-ups!