Hi bird fam!

I'm in the middle of moving offices, and in all the chaos I did not really notice the campaign was heading to its end already. We're in the last 48 hours now, and we funded an incredible amount already!

We're a bit above budget, so here are a few new design for you guys to vote on. I want to at least make one more budgie and one more tiel design, but depending on how much funds we raise, there may be room for a couple more. No promises, though! Here are the designs to choose from, make sure to scroll down to the poll and vote for your favorite birdie. I'll probably decide on which designs will be made tomorrow, so you'll still have some time to adjust your pledge if you want.

Thanks again guys, you are amazing! See you in the next update tomorrow!

Doreen

Hey everyone,

Time is absolutely flying, and there are only 2 days left to join us for "How to Draw Figures: 2025!" This is your final opportunity to back the project and get in on the ground floor.

We're thrilled to share that we've already raised nearly $25,500 towards our $30,000 goal! We're so close to hitting our target, and every pledge in these final hours makes a huge difference.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by where to focus your efforts when learning to draw figures, this project is designed to cut through the confusion. We're providing concise, no-fluff tips covering the main topics I believe you want to learn—the same things I had to figure out myself. Forget the overemphasis on techniques or unnecessary jargon; this is about clear, simple explanations to sharpen your skills.

This is your last chance to grab an original art piece! We still have a few stunning pieces available that are ready for their forever homes. These won't last long, so if you've been eyeing one, now's the time to act.

Pages have been split between Backerkit and Kickstarter.  Any pages left after the campaign ends will be moved to the Backerkit presale to prevent overselling.

And for those looking to complete their collection, there's ONE "Catch Me Up" sketchbook package left exclusively on BackerKit! This unique bundle includes physical copies of all of Steve's annual sketchbooks still in our possession. This is your only opportunity to get a physical copy of the 2021 Sketchbook with the Wonder Woman cover—it's a must-have for any collector and it's included in this bundle!

Due to limited quantity we listed the bundle on Backerkit only to prevent overselling

If you're ready to back the project and secure your copy of "How to Draw Figures: 2025," plus any add-ons, simply follow one of these links:

Using this link helps us keep track of pledges and will allow us to combine shipping for any additional items you select.

Let's make these final 48 hours count and hit our $30,000 goal together!

Thank you for your incredible support,

Steve Rude (The Dude)

Dear Backers,

We have an exciting update for you!

For those of you who missed out on some of Steve's past sketchbooks or our 2025 Sketchbook Campaign, we've just added a very limited number of "Catch Me Up Bundles" to the add-on section!

We've finalized our 2025 Art of Steve Rude campaign and had some extra items we are now making available to you.

Each "Catch Me Up Bundle" includes physical copies of all of Steve's annual sketchbooks still in our possession.  This is your only chance to get a physical copy of the 2021 Sketchbook with the Wonder Woman cover – it's included in these bundles!

We have only 5 bundles remaining:

These are extremely limited, so if you've been wanting to complete your collection or get your hands on that elusive Wonder Woman cover, now's the time! Head over to the add-on section of the campaign to secure yours before they're gone.

https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/steve-rude-the-dude/how-to-draw-the-rude-way-figure-drawing-basics/add_ons

We are currently at $23,000.  With Kickstarter and Backerkit campaigns literally equal for funding, we need each to be at $15,000 to make our $30,000 goal and add another chapter to the book!

Thank you for your continued support.

The Rude Dude Crew

 

Hey Backers,

We're down to the wire! There are only 5 DAYS LEFT in our campaign, and it's your last chance to snag some truly unique rewards and help us get to $30,000 so we can add another chapter (vote in the poll below)!

For those who've been eyeing an original art piece, now is the time! We have a few stunning pieces remaining, waiting for their forever homes.

And great news! The pledge for Page 4 (above) has been canceled, which means this highly sought-after original art page is now AVAILABLE AGAIN!

Here’s a peek at a few more original art pieces that just became available on Kickstarter: 

 

Want to jump back in and snag one of these beauties? Use this hidden backer link to pledge for just $1 and get access to these limited original art pages before they're gone forever.  We give you FREE SHIPPING so you are not double charged.

HIDDEN  $1 KICKSTARTER LINK BELOW WITH BACKER ONLY CONTENT

Here's a few pages still available on Backerkit:

Don't miss your chance to own a piece of the magic! Thank you all for your incredible support. Let's make these final 5 days count!

Best,

The Rude Dude Team 

Hello guys!

We have unlocked seven of the Scary Cats so far! Winnie the Witch and Henry the Ghost kitty have been unlocked and are now available as add-ons.

Our next goal is Eddie the Zombie Kitty and we are so close to unlocking him! 

We have 8 more days to reach the last three goals! I think we can do it!

 Thank you all for the support so far and have a great rest of your week! <3

Hey everyone,

We're heading into the final week of our crowdfunder, and we're blown away by your support! We've currently raised a combined total of $22,211 from 319 backers across Kickstarter and BackerKit – and get this, the amounts on each platform are nearly identical!

Now's the time for a final big push to help us reach our stretch goals! We've got a poll going where you can vote on whether you'd like to see folds or how to ink hair included in the book. You can cast your vote below.   If we hit $30k, we'll add one, and at $40k, we'll include both!

We have an exciting new offer that could save you on shipping costs!

Reach out to your local comic shop retailer and ask if they'd be willing to be a drop point for orders. We can ship directly to them, and you can pick up your book there. 

We will split shipping between the orders, cutting down on individual shipping fees.

If the total order is over $100 we will ship the order for FREE.

In appreciation, we'll send the participating retailer a free copy of the book along with extra goodies! It costs them nothing and helps bring new business through their door. Plus, everything is delivered DDP (Delivery Duty Paid), making it truly a win-win.

Currently, we have zero retailers on board, so if you know a local spot that would be interested, have them reach out to [email protected] today for more information!

Don't forget that your ongoing support as a Patreon member comes with its own unique rewards! Please refer to your Patreon tier details for any special bonuses or considerations related to this crowdfunder. We appreciate your continued dedication!