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A funky S/m show was introduced as an elegant evening until it became a shocking display. Thanks to Annie Sprinkle, George Payne, a special appearance by Samantha Fox and me. Just the second of my 150 Adam columns. I was off to a wild start.…Read More
The artist Spider Webb was a great influence in my early days. He understood my Catholic guilt. I loved him and admired him until I couldn’t stand him. He was no angel, but now he’s a saint and I miss him. He’s left his mark.…Read More
Photographer Eric Kroll’s POV is wholesome, sensual and fun. He’s master storyteller who loves girls in girdles and bras. Kroll’s art can turn you on while he makes you laugh. The opening party for his exhibit at Neikrug Gallery was totally dada.…Read More
When the National Organization of Women celebrated NOW’s 25th anniversary in 1990, a contingent of sex worker feminists organized by sex-paper publisher Miki Demarest made a point to be there and be heard. Among them: Betty Dodson, Nina Hartley, Carol Queen, Kate Sunlove, Annie Sprinkle, Shere Hite and more…From the West Coast and East Coast we came together….cliterally. …Read More
One of the giants of erotic art, Ed Seeman, died this week. The work of Ed Seeman was like no one else – it broke through barriers and excited the imagination. Here I remember him fondly in this interview article from back in the day . In all ways he was a pleasure activist – in his art and in his attitude toward sexual freedom. He died surrounded by those he loved. Rest in Pleasure, Ed.…Read More
When censorship threatens, it helps to know your history. A look back, up close and personal, at the early years of Adult Video Convention at CES Las Vegas. If it still feels like a family, you can credit strong roots. A salute to those who helped an industry blossom and mature -dedicated in memory of Jared Rutter. …Read More
During the Dressing For Pleasure weekends organized by Lady Marie Constance kinksters took over a major NYC hotel to attend fashion shows and lectures on sexy topics and party at a ball where fantasy gear topped formal attire. At one DFP event, I was a professor of rubber research.…Read More
Photographers and models are engaged in collaboration, but seldom does the model’s voice get heard. Here I share my unique perspective on the art of Robert Mapplethorpe and the tiny miracles that followed – exclusively available for my paid subscribers.…Read More
Just saw “BabyGirl” which delves into the complexity of a woman’s sex and desires. I faced even kinkier more explicit dilemmas at this New Year’s orgy in 1984……Read More
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