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Friday, February 29, 2008

Why this blog?

I am an artist who is tired of the starving artist syndrome. I have gotten work funded, and so have my colleagues.



Getting it funded consistently, especially when you're doing something groundbreaking, can be a challenge. But it's not impossible.



So, I'm documenting all the resources in funding an innovative project that I come across.



It's my hope that I encourage you to go after the big project. To plan it, get support, and get it done. Perhaps we can collaborate, or maybe I can just send you in the right direction.



I've always dreamed of two things. I want to tell a really good story, and I want to go up to a good person with a daring venture and say, "Here's some money. You should go do that."



Maybe I can do both with this blog.



Feedback is, of course, welcome. Your good stories about getting the money are essential.



Love, Nerissa