Posts Tagged ‘kickstarter’

Yesterday I released a new timed edition called “New Beginnings”, which is a print of the first painting I completed in 2014.

“Timed Edition” means this print will only be available for a very limited time and the edition size is determined by the number of prints purchased.

I experimented with this last month and had a decent outcome so I thought it would be fun to try again. This time around I launched it as a project on Kickstarter, so if you would like to order one of these please visit:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jeffclaassen/new-beginnings-timed-limited-edition-print-on-wood.

Thanks for looking!
– Jeff

A little friend that visits us in the new studio.

My son doing his “Look Ma, I’m a flower” bit.

Visited the Lucky B Design studio. If you need pinstriping, hand lettering, or any signage painted I suggest you hire him. He’s amazing.

Oh, how I wish Sunshine Donuts had a location in Paso Robles. I miss my Thai iced tea so much.

So stoked to finally get started on The Puzzle Painting.

That’s right, our deadline countdown has turned from “days to go” to “hours to go” and we’ve got 48 of them, just like Eddie Murphy.

If you’d like to help out in making the project happen here is a list of goodies available to purchase, all of which will go towards bringing “The Puzzle Painting” to life.

– Digital Badges
– Bottle Opener Keychain
– Sticker Pack
– Greeting Cards
– T-Shirt
– Card Case
– Wallet
– and of course, the actual original paintings that will be The Puzzle Painting. Available in the following sizes:
– 4″ x 4″
– 6″ x 6″
– 8″ x 8″
– 12″ x 12″
– 16″ x 16″

The project has been fully funded for a couple of weeks, but that doesn’t mean to stop contributing. The $4000 goal is the minimum amount needed to make the project happen. Anything extra will just make the project all the more awesome. If you haven’t already, please check out the video to learn more about The Puzzle Painting.

There is A LOT more info on the actual Project Page.

And check out this fancy widget to see where the project stands right now, in real time.

Please spread the word about this project by posting this link:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jeffclaassen/the-puzzle-painting
throughout your social media outlets like facebook, twitter, tumblr, google+, pinterest, your personal blog, etc.

Thanks, Everybody!!!
– Jeff

I am so incredibly excited that my project has been fully funded. Although, now that it is fully funded it no longer feels like my project. It is now OUR project because you are the ones that have made The Puzzle Painting become a reality. Because of that I have decided to add a couple of bonus rewards in limited amounts. What are the new rewards? I’m glad you asked. I’ve added card cases and wallets using the same graphic that’s on the T-shirt. Check it out…

“Let’s Kick It Card Case”

“Let’s Kick It Wallet”

There are only 20 available for each. Hopefully, they sell out in 10 seconds like a Taylor Swift concert. Oh wait, I’m not a pretty young blonde that sings pop love songs.

If you’ve already backed the project and would like to add one of these to your pledge simply add $12 for the card case or $17 for the wallet. There has been some confusion with backers changing their reward when they decided to add an item to their pledge. Trust me, it’s much easier to keep the same reward and just add the extra amount. Also, just so you know, the reward you choose is not set in stone. Once the project deadline happens and the funds are released I will send out a survey asking you exactly what you’d like. If you have any questions please visit the project page and send me a message.

Visit: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jeffclaassen/the-puzzle-painting

Thanks Everybody!
– Jeff

This weekend was very exciting because “The Puzzle Painting” reached it’s funding goal of $4k! Yes, I did a few cartwheels and squealed like a little girl at a Taylor Swift concert. Thanks to all of you that have backed this project and shared it with your friends.

The really cool thing about reaching this goal early is that we still have 17 days left to continue to raise money for the project, which is great because the whole idea was to make a HUGE painting. The more people that back the project the bigger the painting will be.

If you would like to support the project, but don’t want a piece of the puzzle there are some other fun things available like an exclusive bottle opener keychain, sticker packs, greeting cards and also an exclusive t-shirt design.

Check out The Puzzle Painting project at: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jeffclaassen/the-puzzle-painting

Please keep sharing the link on your social media outlets like twitter, google+, facebook, tumblr, etc.

Thanks again!
All of your support really means a lot to me!

– Jeff

I haven’t had shirts made in about 3 years. Mostly because I had to put my printer in storage. I thought it would be fun to offer an exclusive shirt as part of my “Puzzle Painting” project. This time around I’ll get them printed by The Shirt Peddler, which is a local SLO business. They’re good people.

I made the above drawing for the shirt graphic and it’s already been sold on Kickstarter, but I’ll be taking orders of the actual shirt for the next 17 days. This is exclusive to backers on Kickstarter, so the only way to get one is to order it before May 23, 2013.

I love soft tees and I’m sure you do too, so I will be using the Tri-Blend Tee from American Apparel. It’s probably my most favorite shirt of all time. This will be a two color (black and white ink) print on Athletic Grey tee. It will be available in men’s (size xs, s, m, l, xl) and women’s (size s, m, l, xl). Once the campaign ends I will post an update with specific sizing information so you know what size will be best for you.

If you’d like to get in on the action and pick up a shirt or two please visit http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jeffclaassen/the-puzzle-painting. When you click that link you’ll see all the “reward” options on the right side of the screen, including the shirt.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask.

Thanks!
– Jeff

(Alfred Megally, co-creater of the Mixcard)

I am totally and completely obsessed with Kickstarter! I’ve spent so much time on the site looking at so many different projects that I figured it would be wise to turn all the time I’ve spent there into content for my blog. In truth, now I can call my incessant browsing “research”. See, it’s now justified. With that said, I’d like to kick off my first “Kickstarter Tuesday” post.

Last night while cuddling up with the iPad and a late night peanut butter and jelly sandwich I came across one of those projects where I think, “Damn, wish I would have thought of that.”

I love this idea of mailing a digital mixtape. That alone, is cool enough, but with Mixcard you also get awesome art to stick on the fridge or hang on the wall. It’s smart. It’s fun. It’s clever. And I’m super stoked to see that the project is fully funded with 15 days to go. It’s always exciting to see projects get way over funded.

Huge congratulations to the creators of the project, Alfred Megally and Christopher Chin. Well done, guys!

For more info or to be a backer for this project visit: http://kck.st/VImwfs.

See ya!
– Jeff