Anneke Necro is a name that resonates across multiple creative domains. Based in Barcelona, Anneke Necro is a multidisciplinary artist, Pro Dominatrix, performer, director, fashion stylist and activist.
As the creative director of Mantis Lab and the host of the podcast Hot Topic, Anneke explores the intersections of desire, dissidence, and feminism, offering an uncompromising critique of mainstream narratives about sexuality and power.
Her work spans across platforms like OnlyFans, Patreon, YouTube, and ManyVids, where she shares her vision of ethical pornography and alternative sexualities. Anneke’s creative and activist work has made her a distinctive voice within feminist porn and the conversation around performers’ rights.
A Creative Mind from the Start
Anneke’s path to becoming a boundary-pushing artist was shaped by a childhood filled with dreams of exploration and creativity. “I went through phases of wanting to be an astronaut, a trapeze artist, a princess, a model, an archaeologist, and even an Egyptologist,” she shared in her blog, which she maintained until 2018. Eventually, she decided to become an artist—a decision that encompassed painting, singing, sculpting, designing clothes, and more.
She studied at a prestigious fashion design school, and although her path eventually diverged into the world of adult performance and activism, Anneke continues to draw on her design education. Her aesthetic blends the macabre with the avant-garde, reflecting her nickname Ero Cyborg and her passion for “lovely embalming.”
Anneke Necro’s work is rooted in a deep commitment to dismantling the harmful tropes of mainstream pornography. “Mainstream porn as it exists must be destroyed,” she argues, calling for a shift toward ethical pornography that respects all participants. For Anneke, this is not just about representation but about challenging an industry she describes as difficult and often exploitative.
Her activism extends to fighting for performers’ rights and creating spaces for feminist erotica. In her podcast Hot Topic, Anneke delves into themes of disobedient desire and the politics of pleasure, exploring how sexuality can become a site of rebellion and empowerment. Her podcast is a cultural critique that blends humor, intellect, and provocation, offering listeners an alternative view of sex and feminism.
Deseo Disidente: The Politics of Pleasure
Anneke Necro’s literary work Deseo Disidente: Las políticas del placer (Disobedient Desire: The Politics of Pleasure) encapsulates her philosophy. The book explores desire as a cultural and social phenomenon, an erotic force of knowledge, and a means of social interaction. It provides an alternative history of sexuality, one that has often been suppressed by dominant moralities and patriarchal narratives.
Through meticulous research and personal experimentation, Anneke takes readers on a journey through time and space: from Paleolithic caves to Victorian bedrooms, and from ancient Greek gynaeceums to modern BDSM dungeons. Written in settings as varied as nightclubs, film sets, and BDSM spaces, the book is as much a memoir as it is a collective celebration of the rebellious, slippery, and uncontrollable nature of desire.
Anneke’s work is a testament to her belief that desire cannot be confined within the narrow boundaries imposed by societal norms. It is a force that resists, transforms, and liberates.
Balancing Art, Activism, and Industry
Anneke’s career in adult entertainment has been marked by her openness about the challenges of the industry. On her blog, she candidly wrote about her experiences as a performer and stylist, offering insights into the complexities of balancing artistic expression with the realities of a demanding and often misunderstood field.
Her commitment to creating ethical and inclusive spaces within the adult industry has garnered admiration from fans and colleagues alike. Anneke’s work challenges the stereotypes surrounding adult performers, positioning them as artists, activists, and intellectuals.
Her content online spans the personal and the political, blending art and activism in ways that inspire and provoke. From her experimental performances to her role as a Pro Dominatrix, Anneke invites her followers to rethink traditional narratives about power, pleasure, and sexuality.
