One of the founding Misfits is gone
Many of you already have heard the sad news that we lost Old Man Guinnias this weekend. He was nearing twenty and came to Apifera at age 15. I am sad beyond sad, but I know he had the best life an old guy could have had here. What a soul he was, and we were very bonded. He was the first old creature to arrive in the barnyard. His stall feels huge and empty. There is much life here to care for and love - but losing this gentleman is probably the saddest day in my time at Apifera.

You can read his memorial here http://www.apiferafarm.blogspot.com/2012/04/old-man-guinnias-has-gone-on.html
and more here
http://www.apiferafarm.blogspot.com/2012/04/letter-from-giuinnias.html
Getting the stories of the "Misfits" out to a wider audience is even more important to me now. As I write, my literary agent is at The London Book Fair with several of my book proposals including "Misfits". I'm hoping Guinnias has time to float over there and help her find a publisher for us. Toes, hooves, tails crossed.
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- Website: katherinedunn.us
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Hoof stomps and bleats from the barnyard. An oink from Rosie the pig and gratitude from the artist. $15 off any item on the artist's main art site.
Estimated delivery: Feb 2012Pledge $25 or more
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More hoof stomps, snorts, bleats and oinks, a few clucks too. You choose: either 5x7" flat art card [©Katherine Dunn] that can be framed or tacked on the wall --OR-- two bundles of our farm's lavender.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $75 or more
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Wow, the barnyard is now singing, out of tune, but that's okay. Copy of a mini 3" x 2" full color book by the artist called "Love Floats". This can be seen at this link http://tinyurl.com/3qlo5x3
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $100 or more
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Wow, the barnyard is now singing, out of tune, but a bit louder than before. Copy of a mini 3" x 2" full color book by the artist called "Love Floats". This can be seen at this link http://tinyurl.com/3qlo5x3
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $150 or more
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Now they are all dancing in the barnyard, some very slowly, but exercise is good for the old timers. Copy of 'Love Floats', plus lavender bundles and an art flat card.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $200 or more
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I think the goats are trying to sing a Neil Young song now. A custom raggedy art pillow with my art on cotton fabric, stuffed with the farm's lavender. these are one of a kind art pieces, but function as throw pillow. You can see some here http://www.etsy.com/shop/katherinedunn
Estimated delivery: Apr 2012Pledge $250 or more
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Well, the old goat is slightly crying now, he gets very emotional with kindness. Archival art print [10" range] from the book [or one you see on my site if it is available], signed, printed with Epson archival inks and papers.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2012Pledge $495 or more
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One 12" original painting by Katherine Dunn of your old animal [any kind of animal- must be 10 or older]. This size commission usually costs $1000 range. Painted on pine board, ready to hang. I will contact you and tell you what info I need to make the painting. I do not do traditional realistic portraits. Visit my site to see my work. www.katherinedunn.us I will charge you $25 at time of shipping to cover insurance/s/h and will have the work done anytime from April-September depending on my schedule. I will retain the copyright on the piece. Even if we make the goal, you can pledge at this level. Limited to 4 pledgers. Once you make your pledge, I'll contact you with other details. I do all my portraits with your animal right there with me.
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $500 or more
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There is a collective 'gasp' from the barnyard. The Head Troll is asking me to make sure someone gave this amount. Large archival print from the book in the 13x19" or from my main site range, signed by artist, or $250 off any painting in the $500+ range.
Estimated delivery: Apr 2012Pledge $850 or more
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One small original painting 10" range [I will show you some, or let you choose from a selection. Delivery time might vary on this due to what is available or schedule, but you will have on by end of 2012 at latest, if not sooner. My originals sell on Sundance and elsewhere for $1000 - $4500 for 12" to 60". See my work at www.katherinedunn.us
Estimated delivery: Nov 2012Pledge $1,000 or more
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The old goat has just fainted...but is being revived by The Head Troll. This deserves a private afternoon with the barnyard, and you'll be served with an Apifera Farm homemade lunch [fresh homemade breads, veggies and more from our farm, Katherine's homemade pie]. Tour of the farm, you'll meet many of the creatures in the book, tour the cemetery of some of the old animals now in peace, and we'll send you home with lavender and an art print to take home with you. And I will put you up for one night at a nearby [2 miles from here] at my friend's farm B&B where you can enjoy gorgeous views and more. Dates would have to be coordinated for this, but I have put July 2012 for now. It might have to be later and depend on your schedule too.
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $2,000 or more
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Now The Head Troll has fainted....You will receive one original painting [within one year] in the 24" range and a tour of the farm - we'll schedule it so you can pick your painting up. I can also ship to USA.
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
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Creator Karen C. Larsen on April 17, 2012
That is heartbreaking and beautiful and so full of love. I send my sympathies to you and all at Apifera.