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on March 6
Jared Bendis
Posted project update #2Alas...
Post CommentAlas, my Kickstater fundraiser did not reach its goal in time and the project went unfunded.
I wanted to thank everyone who pledged money and/or told their friends about it and I expect this will be the last time I use Kickstarter for -this- type of project.
As much as I appreciate everyone's support, I didn't get any pledges from people I didn't know and that was never my intention. I was hoping to get the word spread outside of my network and for people to see value in my project (and not just in me). If I just wanted money from my friends and family I would have skipped Kickstarter.
Having worked on editing and releasing episodes of my 2003 Ireland trip - the first 5 of which are now online - I feel more comfortable with what I am really trying to accomplish. Creating a series of freely distributed travelogue videos in episode form.
So where do I go from here?
I am still going to Turkey this summer and hope to make this project a reality (with a cameraman & writer). If anyone knows of an organization or donor who might be interested in funding this project I have put together an online proposal here:
http://fromcastletocastle.com/the-magic-of-istanbul-funding-proposal/Check out the first 5 episodes of From Castle To Castle: Ireland
http://fromcastletocastle.com/ireland/Also if anyone has any friends at Travel or Discovery be sure to put in a good word for me!
Jared
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on February 19
Jared Bendis
Posted project update #1Mid campaign progress...
Post CommentSo its been an interesting campaign. First, I want to thank all of the supporters of the project. Its about halfway through and we have raised about $2,700 of the needed $19,500.
I have been sending out lots of emails and making lots of calls to get into other networks to spread the story of the project. Tell your friends! Remember it is the little pledges that help because it spreads the word!
I tried to add a new reward where for $35,000 I took you on a private 2 week trip to Istanbul with me as your personal guide its beyond the maximum allowed reward amount.
Also - I have been going back and editing my Ireland videos from 2003. The footage is lower in quality and I am much greener in front of the camera (as well as heavier and sporting a mullet) but it gives you an idea about what I mean in terms of sharing cultural content. The first few episodes are online here:
http://fromcastletocastle.com/ireland/Enjoy the videos - and tell your friends!
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on February 1
Jared Bendis launched a project
The Magic of Istanbul: Book & Film Project by Jared Bendis
"The Magic of Istanbul" is a book and film project exploring the rich history and culture of Istanbul.
Funding Unsuccessful (03/02/2012) -
on September 27, 2011
Jared Bendis launched a project
Of Castles and Crepes: A Film of French History & Culture by Jared Bendis
Of Castles and Crepes documents an expedition to 45 castles (and 38 culturally important places) around France.
Funding Unsuccessful (11/11/2011)
Jared Bendis
Cleveland, OH
Jared Bendis is an award-winning filmmaker, installation artist, photographer, teacher, and playwright. Jared is a specialist in photography, virtual reality, and computer graphics and serves as the Creative New Media Officer for Case Western Reserve Uni... view more
