Curls Kickstarter Update — Want to be a Cartoon?

Mar11
by on March 11, 2015 at 3:58 AM
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Hi everyone,

Thanks again to those who have pledged to the Curls Kickstarter. I’ve been promoting when I can and we’ve got a lot of people posting on Twitter and Facebook — which is great.

Recently Bleeding Cool asked me to write about Curls and professional wrestler Sonjay Dutt tweeted about the project. I was also on The JellyVision Show podcast and have already recorded with other podcasts — they will be releasing the episodes soon.

Our top pledge level is for the Curls book, which is awesome because that’s the reason why we are doing this Kickstarter together. I also want to let you all know about another popular pledge level — the $100 Avatar level. This is a cool opportunity to turn yourself, a friend, or family member into a cartoon! It makes for a great gift and you get to keep the original line art and received a color digital file. How cool is that? You also receive a Kickstarter exclusive signed and numbered Curls print, the Curls cowgirl print, Curls book with autograph and sketch from myself, postcard set, Kickstarter exclusive button pack, Curls patch, computer wallpaper, your name printed in the book acknowledgements, and song.

Check out the image above of my pal, Lara. This illustrates the process steps and shows you an example of the custom cartoon avatars I can create for you.

We have 14 more days and $1,895 to raise to make this project come to life and become a reality. I believe we can do this.

Send your friends a direct link — http://kck.st/1EprkMX — or use the “Share this project” button under the video to connect with your pals on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, or Embed Video or Widget on your website or blog.
All the backers of this project inspire me to keep creating. Thanks for the encouragement.

XOXO,
Carolyn

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Curls on Bleeding Cool “Curls is Here to Make Comics Fun Again!”

Mar09
by on March 9, 2015 at 9:54 AM
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Bleeding Cool asked me to write about Curls and the Kickstarter going on right now to print all the strips in one book. Take the article for a read — you may learn something new or be inspired! If you haven’t already supported, now is the best time to get into or discover my comic strip, Curls. We are currently over 60% with 16 days to go. Take a look at the video and pledge levels — our most popular levels are the book and level where I can draw your avatar (you keep the original line art and receive a digital copy). If we don’t reach the goal by March 25 at 8:20 PM no one who has pledged gets charged and the book project won’t happen at this time.

I’m excited that some of my heroes in the comics industry have tweeted or retweeted news about the Kickstarter (Raina Telgemeier, Brad Guigar, Jimmy Palmiotti, Kenneth Rocafort, Dean Haspiel, Teresa Roberts Logan, and Elizabeth Watasin to name a few). Now if I could only get Michelle Obama to Instagram again! I wish. 

Pledge to the Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/carolynbelefski/curls-the-ultimate-book-collection

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Recap: Stone Branch School of Art

Mar08
by on March 8, 2015 at 7:48 PM
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Since today is International Women’s Day (and to celebrate Women’s History Month), Curls Studio was asked by Stone Branch School of Art to present our work and hold a workshop today. It was excellent to be able to showcase the work Joe and I have done to a younger audience and their parents. 

 

In addition to comics, I also showed and discussed design and freelance illustration projects from my portfolio as well. Then Joe projected his film reel and showed the latest Awesome Con commercial. 

After the talk we drew in the art room and made large buttons with our art on it. I also draw portraits of the children as well as dogs and zombies. I had a fun time drawing and interacting with a new group of folks! Thanks for having us.
Joe says: Had a blast presenting about the importance of art, storytelling and collaboration to the students at Stone Branch School of Art today. Its a great and inspiring art school full of exciting students. Carolyn Belefski and I are super honored and always thankful to be thought of for these speaking opportunities. Now dont waste time, go out there are make something.
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Curls Kickstarter Update — 60% Funded

Mar05
by on March 5, 2015 at 9:56 PM
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Hi everyone,

I just got back inside from shoveling snow. Now I’m happy to be by the warmth of this glowing monitor. It means so much to me and I love to make other people happy with art and stories, so I’m thrilled to have people joining me on this Curls Kickstarter adventure.

Today we passed the $3,000 mark and became 60% funded.

There’s still a lot to accomplish and we have 19 days to do it.

I’m excited that some of my heroes in the comics industry have tweeted or retweeted news about the Kickstarter (Raina Telgemeier, Brad Guigar, Jimmy Palmiotti, Kenneth Rocafort, Dean Haspiel, and Elizabeth Watasin to name a few). Now if I could only get Michelle Obama to Instagram again! I wish. 

Since this is my first Kickstarter, I’d like to know if you have any suggestions on how I can make the currently running campaign better or if there are backer rewards you’d like me to offer that I have not thought of.

We’ve recently been covered online by ComicsDC, Comics in Education, and Team Cul de Sac. Are there any media outlets or specific interest niches you think would dig the Curls comic strip? Maybe you yourself have a blog and want to help get the world out? Reach out to me at info@curls-studio.com if you have any ideas.

I did some math and if everyone who has already pledged recruited at least one person each to pledge for the Curls book, we would be 100% funded. Send your friends a direct link — http://kck.st/1EprkMX — or use the “Share this project” button under the video to connect with your pals on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, or Embed Video or Widget on your website or blog. 

Thanks! 

XOXO,
Carolyn

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Appearing at Stone Branch School of Art on Sunday, March 8, 2015

Mar01
by on March 1, 2015 at 5:03 PM
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Welcome to March! It’s officially Women’s History Month and because of this Stone Branch School of Art in Rockville, Maryland has asked me to speak at their Comic Book Sundays event this coming Sunday, March 8, 2015 from 2PM to 4PM. I’ll also be bringing Joe so he can discuss writing and filmmaking and how this cross-references with comics and storytelling. This is a public event for all-ages and it’s free to attend.

Thanks to Edmond for designing this flyer announcement and we hope to see you there.

In other news, Curls: The Ultimate Book Collection is now 46% funded on Kickstarter. I launched it Monday night. It would be so awesome if we get to 50% or more before Monday evening (officially one full week). We are so close. It’s the next step goal. Thanks to all who have already pledged — check out the first update announcement.

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