Lecture Notes: Julia Ann Interview

Introduction

• Julia Ann introduces herself.
• Excitement about her career and contributions to the industry.

Career Overview

• Started: Shooting since 1992, first release in 1993.
• Awards: Nominated for awards in 1994 for "Hidden Obsessions" by Andrew Blake.
• Contracts: Worked with various companies including Vivid Video and Digital Playground.
• Performance Background: Co-created dance act "Blondage" with Janine Lindemulder.

Women By Julia Ann

• New Website: Launching a comprehensive women's site that covers sexuality and life.
• Content Focus: Shooting girl-on-girl content, exploring queer and non-binary themes.
• Marketing Challenge: Struggling to present gender neutrality in marketing while remaining respectful to performers.
• Tagline: "Because I am women" - targeting women as the primary audience for the content.

Addressing Gender and Identity

• Non-Binary Fluidity: Discussion on gender-neutral identities and challenges in communication.
• Societal Resistance: Acknowledgment of discomfort with adapting language and understanding non-binary identities.
• Personal Reflection: Acknowledging her typical reactions and frustrations with societal norms.

Deeper Project

• Project Description: "Deeper" – a series of photos exploring personal pain and struggles.
• Focus: Capturing raw emotions and real-life struggles, beyond the glamour often associated with the porn industry.
• Response to Criticism: Addressing negative reactions to vulnerability and rawness in her work.

Importance of Connection

• Struggle and Support: Emphasizes sharing struggles is vital for healing and creating connections.
• Comparative Pain: Understanding that everyone's struggles are valid and important to share.

Website Launch and Future Plans

• Launch Status: "Women by Julia Ann" is live with three releases so far.
• Content Plans: Continuing to develop content that addresses women's experiences and provides support.

Personal Insights

• Daily Life: Julia discusses her hectic schedule and lack of downtime.
• Zen Release: Finds peace through her rescue dogs, emphasizes the importance of caring for them.

Personal Preferences in Intimacy

• Favorite Position: Prefers missionary for its intimacy and comfort.
• Least Favorite Position: Dislikes traditional cowgirl due to lack of connection during performance.

Online Presence

• Website Links:
  • General: julianne.live.com
  • Women-focused: womenbyjulianne.com
• Collaboration: Working with Porn Fidelity.

Conclusion

• Julia Ann expresses excitement for future projects and commitment to empowering women through her work.