Caroline Kern

Hello, I'm starting this Ko-fi as a way for people to support me in whatever way they wish to, whether that be by one time donations, or becoming a monthly donor. These funds will be used to help me pay for my studio, towards publishing projects, in my ongoing Long-Covid journey, and/or to support me as I work on a book about how to be a better ally for people who have chronic health conditions (that is the basic premise at the moment and subject to change as I work with my developmental editor). Ko-fi is also a platform where people also "tip" artists that they like with the cost of a coffee as a form of appreciation, and as a daily coffee drinker, I will gladly accept that! Regular monthly donations of $10 or more will receive a mini print in the mail every month, sent via USPS First Class mail. I realize with the ongoing realities involving Long Covid, my varying energy levels, and my capabilities at the moment, that is really all I can do besides occasionally offering early bird discounts for Pegacorn Press titles. I tried to maintain a Patreon, but it was honestly too much for me to wrap my brain around in the time period after my heart procedure and then the subsequent relocation to Pittsburgh after living in NYC since 2009. I also didn't care for the platform, the fees, that people had to choose to make monthly donations, and the pressure to perform. Making prints and sending out a batch of mail once a month is actually something I can do (and find meditative), so please know that will be fulfilled if you choose to do a $10 (or more) a month donation. One-time payments are fine to try it out, and if you choose the monthly subscription plan, you can cancel anytime. There is also the option to pay for a year in advance at a discounted rate of $100, but that option is non-refundable once the first month is sent. I would like to not have to spend too much time having to maintain this platform and to instead focus on sending out prints every month. Having one tier is all I can handle and helps me direct my energy towards one great thing to send out a month, versus keeping track of different tiers and "awards." Ongoing donations smaller than $10 are also greatly appreciated and it all helps me maintain my studio practice, which is an essential part of my health and life. It is through community help that I have been able to get through this past year, which was intense on multiple levels due to my issues from Long Covid. I have tried to regularly post about what has been going on through my Instagram stories (@carolinezkernz), as a form of advocacy on the topic. As I start working more on the book, I will be sharing my process and drawings. Otherwise, I will infrequently use my Ko-fi to post videos that I make, as well as other life updates :) The best way to follow along with my adventures is through my stories on Instagram: @carolinezkernz Thank you for all the support that I have received throughout the years, especially during this past one. Please let me know if you have any questions about my work, process, or anything else!

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