FALLEN ANGELS – A Photobook Celebrating Thai Trans Women

FALLEN ANGELS
A Photobook by Noah Dolinsky

Hi, I’m Noah. I’ve been living and working as a photographer in Thailand since 2014. For the past 10 years, I’ve quietly photographed Thai transgender women, not for headlines or trends, but as part of a personal journey driven by trust, curiosity, and a deep passion for photography.

FALLEN ANGELS is the result of that journey, a photobook that brings together over 100 portraits shot in the streets, alleyways, and intimate spaces of Bangkok.

The book also features a contextual essay by Hossein Farmani, founder of the Lucie Awards and House of Lucie galleries, with additional words by Jeremy Horner and Joe Cummings, whose voices help frame the images with care and cultural insight.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/M4okNQvpNwQ?si=BHReeE04eogTnJBH

Why crowdfunding?
* Producing an independent art book is costly. Your support will help fund:

* High-quality offset printing (500 copies) on 157gsm matt art paper

* Book design and layout by a professional graphic designer

* Printing by Artron in China, a renowned fine art printer for leading publishers such as Taschen

* International shipping and reward fulfillment

This campaign is how the book comes to life; no publisher, no middleman. Just the work, and hopefully, your backing.

Technical Details:

Format: Hardcover with dust jacket, 24×32 cm, vertical orientation

Pages: Approximately 200 (final count to be confirmed)

Content: Around 100 full-color and black & white portraits, accompanied by a contextual essay by Hossein Farmani, plus contributions from Jeremy Horner and Joe Cummings

Printing: Offset print (not digital), on 157gsm Chinese OJI matt art paper

Printer: Artron (China)

Edition: 500 copies total. All books ordered through this campaign will be signed 

Language: English

FAQ

What is the funding goal?
 ฿550,000 THB (approximately $17,000 USD)

What is the campaign duration?
 30 days from launch (June 1 – July 1)

Will the book be published if the goal isn’t met? 

Yes, absolutely. The book will be published as described, even if the full funding goal isn’t reached.
Your support is not only safe, it’s vital. Every contribution helps me bring this independent project to life with the highest possible quality. There is no risk of the book being canceled or undelivered.

If the goal is met, a portion of the funds will go toward thanking the models who made this work possible, and to supporting LGBTQ+ organizations in Thailand, because this book is built on shared trust, visibility, and community.

Are refunds available if the goal isn’t reached?
 No. All contributions go directly into production, design, and fulfillment.

When will the book ship?
 Estimated by October 2025

Let’s make this book real. Join the journey.

 REWARD TIERS (THB)
All books are signed and shipped worldwide.

 ฿350 (~$10) — Digital Supporter
• Your name listed on the website thank-you page
• Exclusive digital wallpaper (for phone and desktop)

 ฿1,950 (~$60) — Early Bird Book (LIMITED: 50)
• 1 signed book
• Special price available until June 3 or until sold out
• Your name listed on the website thank-you page

 ฿2,300 (~$75) — Standard Edition
• 1 signed book
• Your name listed on the website thank-you page

 ฿3,600 (~$115) — Book + Open Edition Print
• 1 signed book
• 1 print (20×30 cm) – Choose from 4 curated images
• Your name listed on the website thank-you page

 ฿5,500 (~$170) — Book + Limited Edition Print
• 1 signed book
• 1 signed & numbered fine art print (20×30 cm, edition of 50)

   – Choose from 4 curated images
• Printed on archival paper
• Certificate of authenticity
• Your name printed in the Special Thanks section of the book

 ฿8,900 (~$275) — Collector Edition
• 1 signed book
• 2 signed & numbered fine art print (20x30 cm, edition of 50)
 – Choose from 4 curated images
• Printed on fine art archival paper
• Certificate of authenticity
• Signed letter of gratitude
• Your name printed in the Special Thanks section of the book

 ฿13,300 (~$400) — Double Print Edition
• 1 signed book
• Two (2) signed & numbered fine art prints (30×45 cm, edition of 30)
 – Choose any 2 from 4 curated images
• Printed on fine art archival paper
• Certificates of authenticity
• Signed letter of gratitude
• Your name printed in the Special Thanks section of the book

 ฿17,800 (~$550) — Patron Edition
• Two (2) signed books
• Two (2) signed & numbered fine art prints (30×45 cm, edition of 30)
 – Choose any 2 from 4 curated images
• Printed on fine art archival paper
• Certificates of authenticity
• Signed letter of gratitude
• Your name printed in the Special Thanks section of the book

 ฿33,000 (~$1000) — Angel Edition
• Three (3) signed books
• Two (2) signed & numbered fine art prints (40×60 cm, edition of 10)
 – Choose any 2 from 4 curated images
• Printed on fine art archival paper
• Certificates of authenticity
• Signed letter of gratitude
• Your name listed under Angel Backers in the book’s dedication section

 THANK YOU
Thank you for reading. This book has come together slowly over the years, through a passion for photography, a search for beauty, and a deep admiration for the women I’ve had the chance to document.
If the work resonates with you, I’d be truly grateful for your support, or even just helping to share it with others.

Let’s bring FALLEN ANGELS into the world.
Noah

See more of my work:

Instagram: @noah.dolinsky
Website: www.noahdolinsky.com

Contact: noah.dolinsky@gmail.com 

 Thank you all for supporting FALLEN ANGELS!
Our crowdfunding campaign officially ended on July 1 — with 70,000 THB raised by 27 generous backers 
The book is now in its final production stages. If you missed the campaign, you can still pre-order directly via my website:
 https://noahdolinsky.com/
Stay tuned — more updates coming soon!

Time is almost up. Only 3 days left to support FALLEN ANGELS, my first photobook celebrating the quiet beauty, resilience, and grace of Thai transgender women.

This project has been 10 years in the making, and your support can help bring it to print.

We’re 19 days into the campaign, with 53,983 THB raised by 19 backers. I’m deeply thankful for every bit of support so far.

There are just 11 days left to reach the goal, and it won’t be easy. If you’ve been following the project or meaning to join in, now’s the moment. Even a small contribution helps us get closer.

Thank you again for being part of this journey.

Noah

FALLEN ANGELS Featured in the Media!

Over the past week, FALLEN ANGELS has started receiving attention in local media, a sign that the project is beginning to resonate more widely.

Multiple features have appeared in both English and Thai outlets, helping raise awareness for the book and the lives it seeks to honor. You can see some of the coverage on my Facebook and Instagram pages: