Showing posts with label kickstarter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kickstarter. Show all posts

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Campaign Roundup - Panakal and Hare

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out several current artist campaigns that I think you all might be interested in. They feature fantastic art by incredible artists, and if you have not already checked them out, you should do so NOW!

First up is Allen Panakal's Ancient Ones. Book Two. Codex of Orion. Allen shares:

Codex of Orion contains full-color illustrations paired with new stories from my Ancient Ones setting. Twelve chapters and five new artifacts clock in at 100 pages in this beautiful hardcover edition.

This is the second book from his world, and I couldn't be more excited. It has been an honor to watch Allen create his world with his unique vision and artistic voice. His work is unlike anything I have seen before, and I can not stress how great his work is. If you missed his first book, you can get both in his new campaign!


Next up is Emily Hare's WANTED - Cosmic Outlaws, Space Pirates & Intergalactic Scallywags. Emily shares:

The universe is under great threat from gangs of unscrupulous and ruthless alien outlaws. It is up to you to track down these felons, both naughty and notable and bring them to justice!
What is Admiral Pimpleneurker wanted for? Does Gorson Dust really smuggle flunch manure and wot weed? Why does Sandra at your local council office look so suspicious?
What is a Zloppcumber and why is it illegal?You will find out the important answers to these questions and more, in this comprehensive publication.
This book is a collaboration between my husband Matt Dixon and I.
The book was originally going to be a collection of mugshots of various criminal extra terrestrials, inspired by the wonderful mugshots of criminals and vagrants from the late 1800s to early 1920s. I wanted to create my own alien criminals and describe their crimes and what they'd been caught for. Matt expanded on this idea by suggesting that rather than having been caught, these were characters who were yet to be captured and the title changed from Mugshots to WANTED - Cosmic Outlaws, Space Pirates & Intergalactic Scallywags! 
This new offering from Emily looks like so much fun! I love monsters (and aliens), so this is right up my alley. I love Emily's watercolor work, and it is exciting to see her turn her attention to being from a mysterious cosmos. Her designs are fun, whimsical, and unexpected. I can not wait to get my copy! 

That's all for another exciting Thursday on the blog. See you back here on Friday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Kickstarter Roundup - Lockwood

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It features fantastic art by an incredible artist, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

Todd shares about The Twelve Days of Christmas:

A project 33 years in the making...
Long ago, when my children were young, I had this idea for a fantastic rendition of The Twelve Days of Christmas. It would be zany and funny. I threw myself into the drawings, but sadly the time was not yet right.
Last April, I rediscovered the scans of my drawings and realized that this was the project I needed. It came like a gift from 33-year-old me to 66-year-old me, reviving my joy in creation with a special audience in mind. My kids are all grown, but I have a granddaughter now. This project is for all of them. Really, it's for anyone who's a child at heart.

 So why not share?
Brown Books and I have signed an agreement that will put this book in bookstores around the country (and possibly around the world). This Kickstarter will fund that effort with signed copies and a signed Special Edition with heavier paper and some extras.
It's the most insane thing I've ever tackled in my career. I'm loving it. It's crazy, but wonderful! You'll see.

And for those that may not know, Todd Lockwood is the dragon master and a force of nature in gaming and fantastical realism. If you want to know what a dragon looks like, look at Todd's work. You can find his work inside countless books and on the cover of even more. I was fortunate enough to see many of the pages while at Dragon Con last year, and I have been excited about this project ever since.

That's all for another exciting Wednesday on the blog. See you back here on Friday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, January 26, 2024

Kickstarter Roundup - Stanley

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a current Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It features fantastic art by an incredible artist, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW! 

 

First up is Melissa Sue Stanley's Make 100 Baba Yaga Huts. Melissa shares:

The stories of Baba Yaga and her home are captivating: the witch, the wise woman, the mother, the terror, the horsekeeper, the traveler in a strange and monstrous hut.
On some days my head is full of her mystery and lore, finding poetry and art in the dark shadows and thorny paths.
Other days, let’s be honest, I’m just thinking: “Man, that house is rad as heck. I wish I had one I could scramble around the forest and drink tea in.”
Whatever your Baba Yaga mood, this project captures the spirit of long wandering rambles through the moss-filled wood.

And for those that may not know, Melissa Sue Stanley is an illustrator and sculptor from northern Illinois. The lush green and blue landscapes of Midwestern summers are the heart of what inspires her work. She creates creatures in watercolor and sculpture as a way to explore these open fields and deep forests, looking for the small moments of magic and mystery hidden in these environments.  You can find out more about her work at MelissaSueStanley.com.

I am extremely excited about this project. I love Melissa's work. There is a playfullness and whimsy that attraches me to her work. You should definitely help out to make this a reality and get yourself some Baba Yaga huts!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, January 5, 2024

Kickstarter Roundup - Black

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a current Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It features fantastic art by an incredible artist, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

First up is Steven Russell Black's Make / 100 MonstersSteven shares:

I love drawing monsters and this Kickstarter will be the boost to start the new year of creating 100 new monster drawings.  

This Kickstarter will allow me the creative freedom to draw the pieces I want to make for the set.

And for those that may not know, Steven Russell Black is a fine artist and illustrator living and working in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is a painter who loves the darker side of surrealism. His work often reveals the horror under the surface of beautiful things and the beauty in the horrific. His client list includes Wizards of the Coast: Magic the Gathering and Image Comics. Steven's work has been in print publications, Imagine FX, and Spectrum Fantastic Art. His work has been featured online with Hi-Fructose and Juxtapoz.

I am extremely excited about this project. I love Steven's work and his monsters... and you should by now know that I love monsters a great deal. You should definitely help out to make this a reality and get yourself some postcards, prints, or even some original art!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, June 30, 2023

Kickstarter Roundup - Dahlinger, Fritz, and Colin

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out several current Kickstarter projects that I think you all might be interested in. They feature fantastic art by incredible artists, and if you have not already checked them out, you should do so NOW!

First up is Sarah Dahlinger's Astra Fauna: Expeditions. Sarah shares:

Hi friends, let me tell you a tale…

...of aliens and adventures in far off places.

Let me tell you about, Astra Fauna!

Astra Fauna: Expeditions is a story-filled artbook that follows five alien scientists as they explore the wonders of a creature-filled universe.

You'll experience new worlds with unique creatures and peoples, read stories of mystery,  love,  and danger, and experience things both cute and monstrous.

Every chapter showcases the adventure of an alien scientist who's exploring life on a far-off planet.

They will candidly tell the tales of their adventure first hand, bringing you into their worlds and lives.

Bonus Content Added! All copies will come with stat blocks so you can use the Astra Fauna creatures and characters in your own homebrew role playing games!

I am extremely excited about this project. I love world and monster creation, and I can not wait to get this in my hands. It has been a joy to watch Sarah breathe life into the project, and we all need to lend support to make sure this is made a reality. There is so much more to share about Astra Fauna, be sure to follow the link and read all about it.

Next up is Tawny Fritzs La Fleur Mystique - Coloring Book. Tawny shares:

Born in New Orleans, I am heavily influenced by magic and mysticism. I don't know if you know this, but flowers are incredibly important to both the physical realm and the magical. Bees need them for nectar and we need bees for pollination. Flowers are what connects us. Lavender has calming qualities both in science and in spells. Nightshade can be used to banish and to poison. I spent the last few months drawing what I see as the personification of many of my favorite flowers and I would love for you to add life to them with your colors!  

La Fleur Mystique will be a silky soft cover foil stamped coloring book, perfect bound at 8.5"x11", with over 24 pages printed on 80 lb paper. The back of each page will be left blank so you won't have to worry about bleed-through. Each image was hand drawn by me using micron and Faber-Castell pens.

Each image is printed twice, giving you the opportunity to try different materials and different color palettes.

This is another great project from Tawny, and if you know her work, you know how beautiful it is. If you love gorgeous images that you can color, then this is the project for you.

Lastly, there is Brian Colin's RPG Squeeze Plush – Soft & Cuddly Dungeon Crawl Critters. This is through Brian's company Creature Curation and, unlike the other two is happening on Backerkit and not Kickstarter. Brain shares:

Here at Creature Curation we love all monsters, especially cute squishy dungeon crawl critters! And, when we need something to squeeze, we give one of them a squish.

Each RPG Squeeze Plush, is made from high-quality materials that are soft, huggable, and ready to squeeze! Classic dungeon crawl monsters in the form of plushies featuring the Gelatinous Cube, Strixbear, Black Ooze, Hellhound, and Eyegors

Brian is awesome, his monsters are awesome, and I have shared his projects several times before, and they have always had top-notch results. These look so fun, and I can not wait to see them in person. Be sure to head over and help out with this current project.

That is all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, May 26, 2023

Kickstarter Roundup - Miller

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It features fantastic art by an incredible artist, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

Today I am sharing Aaron Miller's 5E Ready Reference Stat Cards. Aaron shares:

Hi, I’m Aaron Miller. I'm a fantasy artist and illustrator. I've had the pleasure to work on such projects as Magic the Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, and many more. Since 2015 I've been making Collector Tokens for TCG players. In late 2021 I started playing D&D with a few regular groups.

While playing my druid, Skwirl, I needed something handy for my wild shaping ability. I couldn't find anything so, I put my talents to use and began designing and illustrating my own. In 2022 I released the Core set of Wild Shape cards via Kickstarter. And as promised I worked on the additional Ready Reference Cards and Tokens I'm presenting to you here.

I've also added a few more guest illustrators to the list. Along with Tom Babbey and Owen Weber, I've added the fantastic talents of Allie Irwin and Crystal Sully.

Aaron is a great human and artist. These are fun art pieces even if you do not play, and I look forward to adding them to my collection. This is another great project from Aaron, and I am excited to see it becoming a reality.

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, March 17, 2023

Kickstarter Roundup - Sideriadis, Barnum, Reynolds, and Dahlinger

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out several current (and one upcoming) Kickstarter projects that I think you all might be interested in. They feature fantastic art by incredible artists, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

First up is Jon Sideriadis' Astromythos: Lair of the Spider Lord. Jon shares:

Set in the world of Astromythos, Lair of the Spider Lord is a new 5e adventure book in which Stars and black holes vie for control of the universe. Players can also choose any 5e-compatible race and class when building their characters for the adventure. This 5-part story is packed with new game content and lore based on the ground-breaking new series by award-winning author and illustrator, Jon Sideriadis. 

Rekindle your campaign with a fun but powerful story in this astromythic dark fantasy that takes players from levels 10 to 15. The book includes 28 new creatures, 24 new items, 15 new maps, 5 new spells,  and many new cosmic and terrestrial worlds:

  • Face black hole monsters, star spiders, living volcanoes, asteroids, meteors, and evil human star-slayers.
  • Explore the heart, lungs, and guts of living mountains.
  • Survive spider-infested asteroids and moon-castles.
  • Fight your way through the blood and bones of fallen giants.
  • Sneak past treacherous trap-door spiders, and howling moon-pigs.
  • Slay the Spider Lord and bring balance to this world so you can return to yours.

After completing this adventure, players will advance to level 15. The adventure starts on a Planet called Zós and ends in space. Zós is a Planet much like Earth, and can be easily modified to function in other campaign settings. All you need to know about the setting is contained in this book. This book may also be used to create exciting new homebrew content for any of your other 5e-compatible campaigns.

Jon is a fantastic human, world builder, monster maker, and storyteller. This is a project not to miss out on and an excellent expansion of his world. This is another great project from him, and I would like to see it made a reality.

Next up is Joanna Barnum's Elemental Jack-O-Lanterns. Joanna shares:

I'm Joanna Barnum, I'm an artist, and I celebrate Halloween all year long. I'm a little obsessed with jack-o-lanterns. Something about them taps into the purest joy of my inner child- I can't help but smile when I see one! For the past few years, I've been making watercolor paintings inspired by my love of Halloween and pumpkins.

Just in time to usher in the “Spring-O-Ween” season, I've created this collection of Elemental Jack-O-Lanterns celebrating the four classical elements of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. I've painted them as watercolor originals, and am now creating prints, enamel pins, and stickers of the designs. I'm also collaborating with Sihaya & Company on a collection of glittering scented candles inspired by my artwork!

Joanna does amazing water color work, and this is another exciting project for her. If you are not familiar with her work, you really should check it out. She brings the spooky season to her work all year long.

Next, we have Wayne Reynolds' RPG Saints Sketchbook. Wayne shares:

The RPG Saints Sketchbook collects 80 sketches by me, fantasy artist Wayne Reynolds, into one beautiful, hardcover book. I have been working on drawings of saints, in the mode of RPG characters for several years now, and have had many requests to collect them into some kind of book. This is that book!

The book features 80 drawings of RPG saints, and will be approximately 172 pages long. 

Each sketch was created in pencil, and I would like to print the book in full colour to get the very best image fidelity. Printing in colour also means we get the best paper quality.

The book is hardcover, and features a cover design embossed in metallic foil. It will be A5 in size.

There is a lot more to discover about this campaign over on Kickstarter, and you should really check it out. Wayne is an amazing artist, and I am particularly excited about this one. If you don't know Wayne's work, you are missing out on a lot! 

Last up, we have Sarah Dahlinger's Astra Fauna: Expeditions, a project that will launch soon. Head over to Kickstarter to get notified when the campaign goes live. Sarah is an awesome creature, and alien designer and maker, and this book will be super awesome. It follows five alien scientist as they document strange life. SOunds so much fun! Sarah has shared on Facebook:

It'll be 93 pages and is PACKED with art, and I mean PACKED. I mean, I'm the sole artist and when I scroll through, I'm like, "daaammmn, that's a lot of art". It's a little shocking and exciting to see it all together.
 
I like the stories too. Although they are about scientists, they are unofficial retellings of their expeditions. They deal with love, loss, identity, fear, bravery, discovery, and SCIENCE!

If you are not familiar with Sarah's art, you need to fix that now. This is another one I am super excited about! The campaign will launch soon, but head over there now so you do not miss anything.

That is all for another exiting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, February 17, 2023

Kickstarter Roundup - Black , Fritz, and Colin

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out several current Kickstarter projects that I think you all might be interested in. They feature fantastic art by incredible artists, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

First up, we have Steven Russell Black's Drawings of the Major Arcana Tarot. Steven shares: 

"I'm raising funds to create my first Tarot Deck. The cards will feature my dark and surrealist take on the Major Arcana of the Tarot. The funds will be used for my production time on the set as well as Printing and shipping. I've made a first big stride before coming to market here as the first 8 cards and all design work is already finished. Just need this kickstarter to help see it to the finish line."

If you are unfamiliar with Steven's work, you owe it to yourself to check it out. He is a fellow toned paper renderer, and I love his work so much. This is another great project from him, and I would very much like to see it made a reality.

Next, we have Tawny Fritz's Stargazing: Coloring the Zodiac. Tanwy share:

"Stargazing: Coloring the Zodiac will be a softcover gold foil stamped book, perfect bound at 8.5"x11" inches, with over 24 pages printed on 80 lb paper. The name of each Zodiac sign will be printed on the bottom of the page facing the art, so you always know which Celestial Being you're giving life to! Each image was hand drawn by me using micron and Faber-Castell pens. Each Zodiac drawing is printed twice, so you won't have to worry about messing up your favorite sign.

...When I was 3 years old, my Mom caught me drawing smiley faces on the linoleum floor under our kitchen table. She slid a piece of paper under the pen and I have been drawing faces ever since. I love exploring the human condition through drawings of fantastical and mythological femmes. I believe we are all connected on a cosmic level and this coloring book is meant to show how perfect each person in this universe is, no matter what labels or flaws are ascribed to them. I hope you find solace and peace while coloring the pages of this book, and I invite you to take a moment to consider what makes each person both unique from as well as similar to the rest of humanity."

I have known Tawny for years, and I adore her gorgeous line work and images. She has a unique voice and style, and I am always thrilled to see what she is working on. If you love beautiful art and coloring books you simply must go get one of these.

Lastly, there is Brian Colin's Vast Grimm: Into Oblivion. This is an Infinite Black production, but our friend Brian and his Creature Curation are heavily involved. They share:

"Vast Grimm is a stand-alone, art-filled, punk-fueled OSR role-playing game about the few humans remaining in a universe being consumed by growing parasitic würms. Are you a MAnchiNe ravaged by war, pieced together with remnants of bots and the little flesh left of your body? Maybe you're a twisted biochemist shoving needles into your arms in hopes that this next fix will be the one that saves you and what’s left of humanity? Or perhaps you are a soul survivor, like a cockroach, doing whatever is necessary to stay alive even if it means the rest of your Legion must perish. This is a game about survival, no matter how gruesome things get, humanity must survive."

Boy, oh, boy, does this not look and sound amazing. I have resisted the siren's call to this game for a while, but I am hooked now. It looks great, sounds awesome, and the playtests I have seen look super fun. You should really check this out if you are looking for some bleak space RPG excitement.

And you need to act fast! This campaign ends later on the day this post goes live!

That is all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, November 4, 2022

Kickstarter Roundup - Hooker

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a Kickstarter project that launched this week that I think you all might be interested in. I am thrilled to share this Kickstarter with you because not only is this person a fantastic artist, but he is also a super cool guy and a good friend. If you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

We have known Daniel for years, and he is a local artist that has made comics, mermaids, monsters, games, and more. On top of that, he is an all-around great guy, and I am always eager to support his projects, and I think you should too. Daniel's newest project is a coloring book focused on his recent Feeling Small series. Here is information about the project in Daniel's words. 

"Feeling Small is an exploration in scale through pin-up art. When I sat down to begin drawing this book, I wanted to take a look at the world from a different perspective. Each original character is created under the idea of living in a world that feels larger than life. I had a blast creating this diverse batch of characters, imagining them moving through a world that barely notices them.The book will be approx. 8.25in x 10.5in with a color cover and black and white interior pages."
The project is funded, but there are plenty of stretch goals to bring even more art to the project. There is more information, art, add-ons, stickers, games, prints, and more about this project on the campaign page. I hope you can take a moment to check it out and hopefully lend your support to Daniel's project!
 
 
This is just a glimpse of the art for the project, be sure to head to the campaign page to learn more!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then... 
 
For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, September 2, 2022

Kickstarter Roundup - Igniting the Spark

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a current Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It is a major documentary about the history of the art and game of Magic the Gathering, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

This time around, the amazing humans behind EYE OF THE BEHOLDER: The Art of Dungeons and Dragons are back, and this time they have their eyes set on Magic the Gathering with IGNITING THE SPARK, The Story of Magic: The Gathering

In their own words, here is what you can expect from this project:
"IGNITING THE SPARK, The Story of Magic: The Gathering explores Magic's origins, its rapid growth, its enduring popularity, and its massive influence on the gaming industry and people’s lives. How did a card game developed by students at the University of Pennsylvania—simply constructed but with highly sophisticated rules—turn into a multi-billion-dollar pastime and pop-culture juggernaut? Why has it been so passionately embraced by millions of players for three decades and counting? What makes Magic so… magic? Through interviews, archival footage, and deep dives into hidden vaults of long-lost treasures, IGNITING THE SPARK answers those questions, and so many more!"
 

"The production phase of the film is complete and we have a digital distribution agreement in place with The Nacelle Company—the team behind the hit docu-series The Toys That Made Us and The Movies That Made Us (Netflix), Behind The Attraction (Disney+), Center Seat: 55 Years of Star Trek (History Channel), and Icons Unearthed (Vice TV). Specific distribution deals with various streaming services are still being worked out, but IGNITING THE SPARK will appear on at least one streaming channel once the film is finished by Spring 2023. (And likely many more.)

This Kickstarter will primarily help us raise money for post-production expenses, the largest of which include editing, animation and graphics, acquiring the rights to video and photographic assets, color correction, and music. It will expand our creative options, and it's also a unique chance to include you, the Magic players and fans!

The documentary features more than 50 interviews, including the game’s creator, Richard Garfield, and Wizards of the Coast founders, as well as current and former Magic: The Gathering executives, creative leads, art directors, artists, editors, production specialists, and designers. We also sat down with art collectors, store owners, museum curators, cosplayers, casual and professional players, and fans."

I don't know about you, but that sounds amazing and that it is nearly here. They need your support so that they can get IGNITING THE SPARK, The Story of Magic: The Gathering across the finished line. I hope you can support this project at whichever level catches your eye.

That is all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, June 3, 2022

Kickstarter Roundup - Murray

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a current Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It features fantastic art by the incredible artist Sean Andrew Murray, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

 

This time around, it is Sean Andrew Murray's Gateway: The Book of Wizards (Redux)! If you are unfamiliar with Sean's work, you are missing out. I have known Sean for years and have loved his work even longer. Like myself, Sean is a builder of worlds, a teller of stories, and a maker of monsters.

This campaign is, in Sean's words: 

"I want to make an updated version of a fantastical book all about rebellious wizards.

Ten years ago, Kickstarter backers like you helped me create and publish Gateway: The Book of Wizards, an illustrated anthology of the most famous — and infamous —wizards in The Great City of Gateway.

Thanks to my awesome fans, I sold out of copies a few years ago, and my new fans often ask me if I will reprint it. And since I have continued to make more wizard art and write more wizard stories, I have decided the tenth anniversary is the right time for a reboot of the book that features a new immersive design approach, higher-quality materials and lots of additional original content. The book will be 8.5" x 11" (A4) and will feature a faux leather hardcover." 

This is something not to miss out on, and Sean needs your help to make this a reality! Here are a few more images from the campaign and what to expect the book to look like. For all the details, information, and more, head over the Kickstarter and check out the entire campaign!

That is all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, April 22, 2022

Kickstarter Roundup - Black

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a current Kickstarter project that I think you all might be interested in. It features fantastic art by an incredible artist, and if you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

 

This time around, it is Steven Russell Black's The Zodiac Grim - A dark art series of the Zodiac Signs! If you are unfamiliar with Steven's work, you are missing out. I have supported Steven's campaigns in the past to get my hands on his art books, and they are treasured in my collection. As an artist that prefers to draw, I LOVE Steven's drawings and pencil work. 

This campaign is "a dark art series of the Zodiac with images that will be haunting and thought-provoking. We have a postcard set and individual prints and offer up the original drawings and paintings from the series that will unfold during the Kickstarter." This is something not to miss out on, and Steven needs your help to make this a reality!

That is all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here on Monday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, July 9, 2021

Kickstarter Roundup - Walker

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a Kickstarter project that launched this week that I think you all might be interested in. I am thrilled to share this Kickstarter with you because not only have I been fortunate enough to know the artist and to have followed his artistic journey over the years, but he is a great guy, and he makes really cool monsters. If you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

 

Jacob Walker is no stranger to this blog, and I am always thrilled to share his new projects. Jacob loves the monsters of the Lovecraft mythos, and it is always exciting to see what he has been working on. This time around, he offers up a new coloring book featuring 25 new monsters for your madness-inducing coloring fun. Here is some information from the Kickstarter.

"Cthulhufhtagn!

Eldritch horror comes alive in this intricately illustrated coloring book of cosmic horror by artist Jacob Walker. Fans will find all the classics here, Cthulhu, Dagon, Nyarlathotep, The King in Yellow, and more as you visit R’lyeh, the Dreamlands, the Mountains of Madness and beyond. The elder gods, fiends and fanatics are depicted in 25 ghoulish images for your dread and delight. The book features single sided perforated pages printed on quality paper, good for pencils, inks, and marker."

There is more information, art, and many tiers to support this project on the campaign page. I hope you can take a moment to check it out and hopefully lend your support for Jacob's book!

This is just a glimpse of what is in store for the coloring book.
Be sure to head to the campaign page to learn more about this fantastic project!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then... 

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, July 2, 2021

Kickstarter Roundup - Barnum

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a Kickstarter project that launched yesterday that I think you all might be interested in. The Kickstarter features a super cool idea brought to you by an artist with a distinctly unique style. If you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

Funded in two hours, Joana's project brings mini prints of her gorgeous work as well as a story that builds over a two-week daily advancement leading to Halloween. Here is a more full description from the campaign page.

"Count down the two weeks leading to Halloween with a series of spooky collectible art treats illustrated by artist Joanna Barnum. Each day, open one of the envelopes for a new mini art print and the next installment in your journey through the grounds of a mysterious manor, where you'll encounter creatures of the night, strange apparitions, and a plethora of pumpkins. Arrange your prints to form one continuous detailed scene, revealing more of the haunted house as Halloween approaches."

There is more information, art, and details on the tiers to support this project on the campaign page. I hope you can take a moment to check it out and hopefully lend your support to Joanna's project!

 
Just a glimpse of what in instore, be sure to head to the campaign page to learn more about this project!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then...  

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, May 28, 2021

REMINDER: Kickstarter Roundup - Hooker

When I wrote this post yesterday, the theme was to rally the troops to create a strong push and to get Daniel Hooker's Mermaid Mayhem: A Deep Sea Card Battle for Glory Kickstarter across the funding goal. It didn't have far to go with four days remaining. As I was looking at the campaign page to see what else I could share about this awesome game, the pledged amount ticked over the goal and it became funded! I was so excited to have been there to witness the campaign meet its goal. 

But that is not all; I awoke this morning to now see that the campaign has now also reached its first stretch goal—exciting times in the last days of the campaign. If you have been on the fence about supporting this project, now is the time to act. There are many more stretch goals available that will make this game that much more fun. I hope you take the time to go check out Daniel's Kickstarter and how it some love!

 
 
 
Stretch goals aplenty! I have my hopes on the Meme-maid cards getting unlocked before Monday. Those look like a lot of fun.

We have known Daniel for years, and he is a local artist that has made comics, mermaids, monsters, and more. On top of that, he is an all-around great guy, and I am always eager to support his projects, and I think you should too. Daniel has created a series of inclusive mermaid art for the last several years, and now he has created an entire mermaid game! I couldn't be more excited. 

"Mermaid Mayhem is an exciting card based adventure for ages 8 and up! Take your mermaid battle squad on a danger filled treasure hunt. Grow your party and punish your foes as you race to claim the most treasure."

There is more information, art, and many tiers to support this project on the campaign page. Now that Daniel's game will be a reality, it is time to unlock more stretch goals!


 
Just a glimpse of what in instore, be sure to head to the campaign page to learn more about this awesome game!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then... 

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Friday, April 30, 2021

Kickstarter Roundup - Hooker

Today on the blog, I wanted to point out a Kickstarter project that launched today that I think you all might be interested in. I am thrilled to share this Kickstarter with you because not only is this person a fantastic artist, but he is also a super cool guy and a good friend. If you have not already checked it out, you should do so NOW!

 

We have known Daniel for years, and he is a local artist that has made comics, mermaids, monsters, and more. On top of that, he is an all-around great guy, and I am always eager to support his projects, and I think you should too. Daniel has created a series of inclusive mermaid art for the last several years, and now he has created an entire mermaid game! I couldn't be more excited. 

"Mermaid Mayhem is an exciting card based adventure for ages 8 and up! Take your mermaid battle squad on a danger filled treasure hunt. Grow your party and punish your foes as you race to claim the most treasure."

There is more information, art, and many tiers to support this project on the campaign page. I hope you can take a moment to check it out and hopefully lend your support to make Daniel's game a reality!

Just a glimpse of what in instore, be sure to head to the campaign page to learn more about this awesome game!

That's all for another exciting week on the blog. See you back here next week! Until then... 

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com

Monday, March 1, 2021

Aradani Studio's PPE Decorative Armor

Last year I shared with you a Kickstarter by the good folks over at Aradani Studio. The campaign focused on the creation of two designs of decorative PPE mask covers. The campaign was funded, and in the fullness of time, I received my unpainted High Elf Warrior mask, and I couldn't be more excited by the quality and look of this fantastic piece of art. I painted mine up and got it ready for use. It has been a little while since I painted on a 3D object, and it was enjoyable to flex those art muscles again. Here is a look at the finished paint job on the PPE armor.

 

Since I have a big head, I got a large model, which fits like a dream. It perfectly fits over the appropriate facial PPE and allows a little of the inner monster out while staying safe in the time of global pandemics. I could not be happier with this, and painting it was a joy. Here is a monster wearing a monster mask.

 
RAWR!

That's all for another exciting Monday on the blog. See you back here on Wednesday! Until then...

For more samples of my work or to contact me regarding my availability, head over to my website: www.christopherburdett.com