New York in Quarantine: Rooftop Culture Through Crisis

A project in New York, NY by Josh Katz
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A photo book about New Yorkers persevering through quarantine, photographed from my Brooklyn rooftop. 100% of profits for charity.
Backers: 700
Average Pledge Per Backer: $48

Funded: $33,673 of $10,000
Dates: Sep 30th -> Oct 30th (30 days)
Project By: Josh Katz
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Latest News

What Happens Now?

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow. The past 30 days have been a dream come true. Your support has helped get this project off the ground and created enough momentum to make this book bigger than I’d ever imagined! While there's still 12 hours left, we've raised over $32,000 and... (Read More)

2nd Stretch Goal Reached! Design Update! 2 Days to Go!

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
I have exciting news for everyone!  First, thanks to your unfathomably awesome support, we've reached our second stretch goal of $30,000!!! I have so much love for everyone who's helped make this happen. This success ensures I'll be able to print... (Read More)

We Made a Documentary About This Project!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone,  We made a mini doc! This piece gives you a behind-the-scenes look at my creative process and quarantined lifestyle while photographing this project.  This video was shot by my good friend, Josh Charow, who's an incredible creator and... (Read More)

Breaking Into the Big Leagues + New Stretch Goal

October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
While I can’t thank you all enough for this book’s success so far, we’re approaching a pivotal challenge: breaking into the big leagues. If we can successfully get this book carried by major bookstores and popular retailers, we can raise tens... (Read More)

Stretch Goal REACHED! Big Things Happening! Pies Earned!

October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
I AM BLOWN AWAY RIGHT NOW. We've blasted through our $20,000 stretch goal with over 400 generous, loving backers! This is simply insane! Truth be told, I've been working nonstop 15 hour days for the last month to bring this project to life. While I... (Read More)

What's More Official Than the Library of Congress?

October 14th - via: kickstarter.com
A million things are happening! Here's a quick update on the latest.  I filed for the book's ISBN, copyright, and Library of Congress control number yesterday. I've never felt more important in my life.  Kickstarter has honored this photo book with... (Read More)

The Fascinating, Messy, and Beautiful Process of Designing the Cover

October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey friends,  I'm feeling a lot of gratitude for my talented designer, Eddy Ymeri, who's been working around the clock the finish the design of New York in Quarantine. I'll be sharing some completed layouts over the coming days, but for now, let's... (Read More)

A Heartwarming First Week

October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Seven months ago, I climbed onto my rooftop with a camera and a question: what’s going to happen on these roofs during quarantine? The answer turned out to be… everything. The roofs became our only escape into the outside world and we reinvented... (Read More)

What's Next? Gratitude + Stretch Goal

October 5th - via: kickstarter.com
First and foremost, thank you. I’m profoundly grateful for your support on this project! Second, I have an exciting idea for a stretch goal! If we can hit $20,000 by the end of the month, the printer will achieve economies of scale, saving us an... (Read More)

We've Done It! Funded in 48 Hours!

October 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
I'm in a state of blissful shock mixed with overwhelming gratitude right now. In under 48 hours, we've exceeded the $10,000 funding goal! This wouldn't have been possible without your love, encouragement, and generosity. While this is cause for... (Read More)

Today has been unbelievable!

October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Today has been unbelievable! Only 12 hours after launch, we’ve achieved almost 90% of the $10,000 funding goal! Thanks to your unrelenting support, this project has come together quicker than I could’ve ever imagined. And this is just the start!... (Read More)

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