[Hidden-tech] Funding creative projects

[Deborah Chandler]

Thank you for that response, Jessica. And a good chunk of what I intended
to say was that even start up businesses would never consider asking a
carpenter, painter, furniture seller, etc. to do their work or provide
their service on spec, it just tends to be something expected of creatives,
that's all. (Mostly, because some creatives HAVE done it, and paved the
way) The start up would somehow figure out how to pay up front for these
other items and services. I am sure you understand my perspective...

Best,
Deb

On Thu, Sep 26, 2019 at 2:14 PM Jessica Gifford via Hidden-discuss <
hidden-discuss at lists.hidden-tech.net> wrote:

> Hi All,
> Thanks for your feedback on the contest I posted. I don't mean to
> undervalue anyone's work, and apologize for that. I'm working to get a
> start-up off the ground, so finding funding for the many needs of a new
> business is a challenge. Tess, I appreciate your post about crowdfunding
> and other creative options to bring projects into the world.
> Best,
> Jessica
>
> On Thu, Sep 26, 2019 at 1:55 PM Yes Exactly <info at yesexactly.com> wrote:
>
>> Reading the recent artist contest thread, I empathize with the budget
>> constraints that small businesses and nonprofits are under, and also with
>> the drop in pay rates that many artists and illustrators have experienced,
>> particularly in the Valley.
>>
>> Something my company has been exploring is smart crowdfunding on the
>> Ethereum blockchain. For example it could be used to:
>>
>> - Open source a software repository, while funding future development and
>> support for the project.
>> - Release a single from a music album so you can record the the rest of
>> the album and tour.
>> - Serially publish an online game, video series, or novel.
>>
>> It is not a new form of currency or an ICO. It's designed for projects
>> where you want as wide as audience for your work as possible, but also a
>> way to monetize your project and keep some control over how it's used. It
>> would also be great for any artwork or creative project sponsoring a
>> charity.
>>
>> Anyway, we're at the Proof of Concept phase. Curious for people's initial
>> thoughts. Happy to share more deets.
>>
>> Tess Gadwa
>>
>> Https://lotus.fm
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thu, Sep 26, 2019, 9:36 AM Rich at OTN via Hidden-discuss <
>> hidden-discuss at lists.hidden-tech.net> wrote:
>>
>>> You do realize that that amounts for barely 4 hours of a reasonable wage
>>> for a graphic artist
>>> and that only goes to the winner -- really doesn't sound in line with
>>> your company name.
>>>
>>> I'd hope to see something more, maybe at least a percent of sales
>>> OR just hire an artist.
>>>
>>> Think about it.
>>> On 9/20/2019 6:37 AM, Jessica Gifford via Hidden-discuss wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi All,
>>>
>>> I'm running a design contest for the back and box of a customized deck
>>> of *Connection Cards*, which are used in a program that helps
>>> participants get to know new people, build social connections, and develop
>>> friendships. Each card has a question that participants answer as part of
>>> the program. There will be a $150 prize for the winning design. You may
>>> email jessica at growingwellness.life for entry guidelines. Please pass
>>> along to anyone who may be interested.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>> Jessica
>>>
>>>
>>>
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>>>
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