407
Backers
$32,268
pledged of $25,000 goal
0
seconds to go
Funding Successful
This project successfully raised its funding goal on February 24.
Pledge $10 or more Pledge $10 or more
A 4x6 ink jet print of one of the images from the book. Signed on the back, and perfect for posting on your refrigerator. Image is chosen randomly from the possible ten shown on my rewards page.
Pledge $25 or more Pledge $25 or more
A set of three signed 4x6 ink jet prints of images from the book. You can see the set on my rewards page.
Pledge $30 or more Pledge $30 or more
A vintage postcard circa 1979 of the famed Pussycat Cinema, which was at 49th and Broadway, NYC. The marquee shows "Inside Desiree Cousteau" playing at the theater.
Pledge $45 or more Pledge $45 or more
Choose a whimsical handmade necklace featuring an image from the book. They measure 15" long and were specially made for this campaign by Patti McLoughlin. You can see the two choices on my rewards page.
Pledge $50 or more Pledge $50 or more
THE BOOK!!! A signed copy of the first edition of American Ecstasy. It will be shipped to you with love, in plenty of time for Christmas.
Pledge $70 or more Pledge $70 or more
THE BOOK FOR INTERNATIONAL BACKERS!!! A signed copy of the first edition of American Ecstasy. It will be shipped to you with love, in plenty of time for Christmas.
Pledge $75 or more Pledge $75 or more
A set of ten signed 4x6 ink jet prints of images from the book. You can see the set on my rewards page.
Pledge $125 or more Pledge $125 or more
A signed copy of the first edition of American Ecstasy, plus the set of ten signed 4x6 ink jet prints of images from the book. You can see the set on my rewards page.
Pledge $125 or more Pledge $125 or more
***New Reward*** The Book - First edition copy of American Ecstasy, signed by me and NINA HARTLEY!!! It will be shipped to you with love, in plenty of time for Christmas.
Pledge $135 or more Pledge $135 or more
***New Reward*** BIRTHDAY SUPER PAC!!! Get 4 handmade necklaces for $135.00 - a $45 savings. They measure 15" long and were specially made by Patti McLoughlin for this campaign. You can see the choices on my rewards page. They will be delivered in May, just in time for birthdays throughout the year.
Pledge $145 or more Pledge $145 or more
***New Reward*** The Book - International backers - First edition copy of American Ecstasy, signed by me and NINA HARTLEY!!! It will be shipped to you with love, in plenty of time for Christmas.
Pledge $150 or more Pledge $150 or more
A signed, open edition ink jet print of an image from the book on the highest quality, 8.5" x 11" archival art paper. You can see which images are available in this size on my rewards page and I'll check in with you after the campaign for your selection.
Pledge $160 or more Pledge $160 or more
***New Reward*** CHRISTMAS SUPER PAC!!! Get 4 signed copies of the first edition of American Ecstasy - a $40 savings. They will be delivered in October, in plenty of time for the holidays.
Pledge $230 or more Pledge $230 or more
***New Reward*** CHRISTMAS SUPER PAC FOR INTERNATIONAL BACKERS!!! Get 4 signed copies of the first edition of American Ecstasy - a $50 savings. They will be delivered in November, in plenty of time for the holidays.
Pledge $250 or more Pledge $250 or more
A signed, open edition ink jet print of an image from the book on the highest quality, 11" x 17" archival art paper. You can see which images are available in this size on my rewards page and I'll check in with you after the campaign for your selection.
Pledge $300 or more Pledge $300 or more
A signed copy of the first edition of American Ecstasy. Plus a signed, open edition ink jet print of an image from the book on the highest quality, 11" x 17" archival art paper. You can see which images are available in this size on my rewards page and I'll check in with you after the campaign for your selection.
Pledge $500 or more Pledge $500 or more
A set of four signed, open edition ink jet prints of images from the book on the highest quality, 8.5" x 11" archival art paper. You can see which images are available in this size on my rewards page and I'll check in with you after the campaign for your selections.
Pledge $1,350 or more Pledge $1,350 or more
A limited edition, digital C print of any image you chose from the book. Paper size 16" x 20", signed and numbered on the back. Edition is limited to 25 in this size. I'll check in with you after the campaign for your selection, and to figure out shipping charges for International backers.
Pledge $2,000 or more Pledge $2,000 or more
A limited edition, digital C print of any image you chose from the book. Paper size 20" x 24", signed and numbered on the back. Edition is limited to 15 in this size. I'll check in with you after the campaign for your selection, and to figure out shipping charges for International backers.
Project By
Connected as Barbara Nitke
Barbara Nitke is a New York fine art and commercial photographer, best known for her compassionate view of alternative sex. Her career has taken her from behind-the-scenes of hardcore porn sets in the 1980’s, to fetish porn in the 1990’s, and into the private lives of BDSM lovers for the following decade.
She also does photography for mainstream television shows and the fashion industry. Her work has been shown and collected worldwide.
Geeze, BNitke in a photo .... nice hair ;~)
Go, Barbara Go. I'm so happy that you've shared a part of your continental experience with us. And am happy to see that Ken is with you. Yessssss.
Thank you so much for being. For putting out this effort. For providing a glimpse behind the silver screen that we would never have seen. Giving us this insight, story.
In reality, only you could have given us this glimpse into this time past.
Thank you so much.
Hugs, Edave
nitke rocks
Nitke Rocks!
NITKE ROCKS!
Go. Go, Go Baby GO!
We have 31 ! Who will give me 32? Thank YOU! and who will give me 33! 33? Do I hear 33? THIRTY THREE up front here in the red, err ah..., Thank YOU! and WHO will give me 34? 34?.....
I’ve still got my insurance reserve to go yet! Where is yours????
This is America
We vote with our MONEY!
Spend the LOUDEST dollars of your life for EROTIC FREEDOM
Vote LOUDLY - Vote Often - Vote R E P E A T E D L Y
Pledge again NOW! - Make History - BE HEARD!
(and scream OMG every time you DO IT, it’s fun, even habit forming, possibly addictive, no known cure, i’m not really the only loose screw on this team, am i?)
We build energy when we act TOGETHER!
Pledge NOW!
Hugs to all
g
I'm so happy to back this project...I remember reading Nitke v. Gonzales all those years ago and see these photos on your website!
Vote for Erotic Freedom - Buy American Ecstasy NOW!
Thank YOU Barbara!
No dance this time :-)
This has become potentially way to important.
My instincts are not to go quietly back to work.
We have a Winner.
We have a CHAMPION!
It’s time for Barbara to ride. We should slap Barbara on the back of a convertible and parade her through Main Street America. Even the football teams understand this part. Barbara is a rare wedge person. She’s cracked the wall. The remaining question is how many Drivers want to make this a full on breach!
I want to see $50,000.00 to $100,000.00
I want to watch Barbara on the View.
We have 326 very creative people :-)
We’ve got 6 days.
We can make this happen.
Any prankster among ye!
For my part I’m thinking Wilshire Blvd, Tues or Wed, rush hour. There is a corner where it is impossible to get arrested. Looks like sunny and 71 degrees. Maybe spend the day and morning before in San Fernando Valley going door to door with a vote for erotic freedom, make a statement about what you want to see in the world, Buy American Ecstasy NOW! platform. All while hauling a 6ft poster of the main image with me.
I want this book bannered on every porn site in the world.
I want the 6 O’clock news.
I want the View.
I want 60 min.
Anybody in SoCal up for an Adventure?
Gordon Krum
gordywonders@gmail.com
Oh man, thank all of you for cool comments and for your support. We just hit the goal and I am beyond thrilled!!! Of course people are more than welcome to keep pledging and getting rewards!
YAAAAAAAY! Just came home & couldn't help but check the tally. U just made it over. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great idea. Another New York book I'll be proud to own.
This looks great! I too work in the porn industry as a cinematographer for Kink.com and know what an artistic and rewarding challenge it is to truly capture the moment. I would LOVE to see this book published and already am inspired by the photos on this page. Great video, it's so awkward to be on the other side when you're not used to it ; )
Good luck with the book!
Pony Gold
YAY!!!! AMAZING!!!
Thanks for making history - crossing my fingers for you!
Barbara I really think this is a story that needs to be told. The dirty little secret in this country is there are millions of people who "Like to Watch" and don't talk about it in mixed company. (Bet you shot that one too, one of my all time favorites.)
I'm having so much fun watching you project grow every day, I just had to pledge again!
Can't wait to see your goal hit!!
kathryn
I am very happy for you. Just been yesterday to Museum of Sex in NY and thought your book could add so much to their collection.
LOL!!!!
You are all wonderful!
Thank you for reassuring me about my hair.
And Gordy, I'm am blushing!! I remember you very well from SSSS.
You are the quintessential gentleman.
Thanks to all of you for your help and encouragement.
Barb
Gentlemen, it’s time to confess! Forgive me Father for ... I am one of the 1000’s of men who met Barbara for a few seconds at some kind of event and has been madly in love with her ever since. Barbara, do you really think we are looking at the pictures? Forlorn brothers we will never catch her. It is however time to confess, profess, and demonstrate your love in the traditional fashion. You know what to do, reach in you hip pocket, take out your wallet, I’m sure you can take it from there. Just think you could have a book on your shelf with a little scribble of ink in it by Barbara’s hand. It’s as close as I’ll ever get. Just imagine the look on your grand kids faces when they are cleaning out the book shelf for your kids. You can even send Barbara that little note you always wanted to send her through the comments and not get BBQ’d by the Diva you did get your arms around! You know who you are gentlemen. It’s time to Confess!- gordy
Only $9,500 left to go and more than 2 weeks left. When I re-posted this on LJ, almost the first comment was how nice your hair was.
JohnV
Barbara you're more than half way there! Best of luck.
~Marque
Cool project! Thanks to Susie Bright for bringing me here, and best of luck with this new method of funding book publishing! Like her, I'm thrilled (and proud) to be able to help you here. Loved the poetry of the Harper's article, btw. Wow! I guess I have to start watching the Food Network! ;-)
I'm so excited for your project- I can't wait!
Sarah
That is amazing! Will be thinking all good thoughts about the party tonight!XO,M
LOL, So many people have reassured me about my hair. Thanks Cathy! I know you're on my side and wish I knew of a publishing job to send your way.
And KIM!!! I still can't get over not putting you together with David Steinberg. Too funny!!!
Wish I could do more but I'm currently employed. I know you'll make your goal. Such a beautiful, sensitive, important book. I love how uncomfortable you were in front of the camera. Love, Cathy (Ariel Hart, Pearl Chavez, etc.)
PS, your hair looked great!
Hope you reach your goal. Looks like a great book! Love the video, BTW:)
Hi Dave,
Thank you for the good wishes and for backing me!!!
Love,
Barb
Go Barbara, Go! I hope the $25K is reached well before 2/28.
Regards, Edave