The Accidental Illustrator
A project in Hartford, CT by Chris Piascik021days
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12hours
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55minutes
Status: Active
I kept a daily drawing practice for 14 years. This book is what that actually looks like.
Backers: 424
Average Daily Pledges: $2,959
Average Pledge Per Backer: $70
Funding: $29,588 of $6,000
Dates: Jun 9th -> Jul 9th (31 days)
Project By: Chris Piascik
Backers: 424
Average Daily Pledges: $2,959
Average Pledge Per Backer: $70
Funding: $29,588 of $6,000
Dates: Jun 9th -> Jul 9th (31 days)
Project By: Chris Piascik
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Latest News
300 Pages unlocked! 
June 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! I heard back from the printer and I'm excited to say the book's page count is officially bumped up to 300! In addition the standard version of the book will also be upgraded to get a spot gloss finish on the title. Here's a mock-up: The... (Read More)
Behind the scenes photos + a couple updates
June 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Monday everyone—Just a quick update to thank you all again for making the first week of this campaign exceed all expectations! I'm 90% sure all the standard books will be upgraded to have a spot gloss on the title to give them some extra... (Read More)
400?!
June 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We are 4 away from 400 backers! That’s wild. I am so thankful for all the support for this new book. I’m hoping to have some new info from the printer on Monday to see if I’ll be able to add more pages to the book. I’m also looking into... (Read More)
Stretch goal items / Next Steps / Livestream
June 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Friday everyone! Just a quick update / clarification on the additional items unlocked from the stretch goal we blew through yesterday. • 90 more slots were opened up for the Special Edition Book + Name Drawing (included in book) • 10... (Read More)
More Special Edition Books unlocked + I'm a dummy!
June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We hit that stretch goal quite a bit faster than I anticipated. You are all amazing! In a rush to make those 100 extra special edition books and 50 name drawing slots available I accidentally added almost the full quantity to the Special Edition +... (Read More)
Shirts!
June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
I appologize for posting another update so soon, but enough of you responded to my previous poll saying you wanted the print design on a shirt—SO I made it available. These will be screen printed on Comfort Colors shirts at the end of the campaign... (Read More)
We are SO close to the next STRETCH GOAL!
June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We're currently just over $1K short of the $24K stretch goal that unlocks: • 100 more Special Edition books (and making them signed + numbered) • 50 more name drawing slots (that get included in the book) • Stickers included with all book... (Read More)
New Stretch Goal + Slipcover mock-ups (help me choose!)
June 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Good morning everyone! What an incredible first day. I'm honestly blown away and I am so thankful for all your support. I was a bit stressed about launching this campaign which makes the fact that it funded so quickly even more amazing. ****NEW... (Read More)
FUNDED in 15 MINUTES!!!!!
June 9th - via: kickstarter.com
WHAT?? FUNDED?? This is so FUN I'm DED. xoxoxoxoxoxox (Read More)
STRETCH GOAL #1
June 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm typing this just 10min after the campaign launch and I'm blown away. We're already at 80% of the goal!! (I think... math is hard, it's actually probably 85%) I intentionally set the goal at the bare minimum to get this book made it in its basic... (Read More)
TOMORROW!! (video update)
June 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Tomorrow is the big launch day! I am excited and terrified. I made a video about the different backer tiers and shared some process stuff: (Read More)
Limited edition Print
June 6th - via: kickstarter.com
This is what I’ve been working on for the limited edition print. I’m still messing around with it and I haven’t decided how they’ll be printed… but I think it’s close. What do you think?? Also, we’re in the final countdown, 2 days until... (Read More)
TUESDAY (6/9) LAUNCH CONFIRMED (SUPER SECRET LINK)
June 5th - via: kickstarter.com
In my epic battle against the robots I was victorious and as a result, my campaign was approved and will officially launch at 9am EDT on Tuesday! !! When the campaign goes live, this link should give you access to a super secret reward tier for a... (Read More)
TUESDAY TUESDAY TUESDAY (hopefully)
June 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Last night I submitted my campaign for review by Kickstarter in preparation for the official launch scheduled for Tuesday (June 9th) at 9am EDT. Unfortunately, it was denied for "non-disclosed use of AI". To be clear, NO AI was used. At first it... (Read More)
Sample spreads!
June 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
We're officially one week away from launch! Here's some sample spreads: (Read More)
Special Reward Tiers
May 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! I’m locking in all the campaign details and I would love to know which of these items you’d prefer for a special bundle tier. (Read More)
(Special edition) Cover comp!
May 31st - via: kickstarter.com
To get ready for the launch on June 9th I’ve been trying to solidify the cover. Here’s a mock-up of the special edition version with iridescent foil. What do you think? (Read More)
LAUNCH DATE!
May 29th - via: kickstarter.com
I finally have an official launch date, and it's soon!: June 9th. Get ready! If you follow this prelaunch before that date you'll get early access to a discounted bundle with a limited edition version of the book! (Read More)
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