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2025 Art of Steve Rude Sketchbook

Created by Steve Rude the Dude

Steve Rude's annual sketchbook featuring sketches, and pages from his sketchbook. Stretch goal extended to add more pages to the softcover books! Current softcover count is 88 pages!

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Campaign Closing in 24 Hours!
25 days ago – Wed, Jan 29, 2025 at 08:57:40 AM

Alright, folks, buckle up, because this is getting WILD! We're just 24 hours away from the finish line of the 2025 Art of Steve Rude campaign, and you guys have been absolutely PHENOMENAL! We're nearly at $35,000, which is practically unheard of for one of our projects. 

And guess what? We've got some AMAZING news! We've been wrestling with the printer like a toddler with a bag of candy, trying to figure out how to give all the books the SAME PAGE COUNT. It was a Herculean effort, involving caffeine, threats, and maybe a little bit of bribery. But we did it! Victory is ours!

HOW IS THE HARDCOVER STILL AWESOMELY AMAZING?
  • Well, it's a hardcover! 
  • VERY limited run of only 250
  • Cover printed with specialty PMS Metallic Inks
  • Extra signature page , hand signed by Steve and sewn into the book
  • This is the only edition that will be hand signed (all others will have signed stickers)
  • All books are shrink wrapped

Here's a quick recap of our epic achievements:
  • Alice Notebook Unlocked: Steve's jumping for joy! (Probably. We haven't actually checked.)
  • 10 Original Art Remarques Unlocked: Fancy!
  • New Original Art Added: Because more art is always better.
  • Patreon Paid Members Get FREE SIGNATURES: You're welcome.
    Get codes: CLICK HERE 

Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of pure imagination, like a map to a hidden island full of talking trees.  Pledge now before time runs out!

https://www.steverude.com/2025skb

Let's make this final push unforgettable!

Join the Discussion on Page Count!
28 days ago – Sat, Jan 25, 2025 at 06:43:22 PM

The Page Count Paradox


How do you feel about the current stretch goal system where softcover page count increases by 8 pages for every $5,000 raised?  We currently have 88 pages which makes both softcover books saddle stitched (stapled) books.

The hardcover edition and the digital download will always have 176 pages.

If we fail to hit the $80k needed to print all 3 books with the full page count should we relaunch on Kickstarter?  It would likely push the ship date out to May, but allow for further funding.   Alternatively, we can have the goal reachable through Backerkit post campaign funding or simply realize we underestimated our community and need to reassess the goal to $40k. Completely reachable if everyone SHARES with at least 5 friends.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! Join the discussion on the community page:
https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/steve-rude-the-dude/2025skb/discussions/38924


Best, 

The Rude Dude Crew 

What Art Topic Excites You the Most? Plus NOTEBOOK UNLOCKED!
30 days ago – Fri, Jan 24, 2025 at 10:46:29 AM



 
You did it, backers! We've officially smashed the $30,000 stretch goal! 🎉
This means you've unlocked:

  • The Alice Notebook: This beautiful 5.5" x 8.5" notebook features 60 blank pages perfect for journaling, sketching, or taking notes. It's yours to add to your pledge!
  • 8 More Pages: The softcover editions now boast a whopping 88 pages of incredible content! (Hardcover editions still have all 168 pages.)

We need your help! Share this campaign with your entire social network. The more we share, the more pages we can add to the book! 

 Thank you again for your amazing support!


 
Get ready for a live studio session with Steve this Saturday at 1:30 PM Arizona Time!
We want to know what art topic excites you most?  Learning to improve your art?  Drawing emotions on characters?  Something else?

 Take the poll below and let us know!

Join us live on Saturday to find out which topic Steve will tackle next!

We can't wait to see you there!

Best, 

The Rude Dude Crew 

LAST CHANCE! Save the Thor Print! 😱
about 1 month ago – Tue, Jan 21, 2025 at 04:28:59 PM


The extension on the FREE PRINT ended last night.  7 hours left to EXTEND it again! We can bring the Thor print back if we reach $30,000 by midnight tonight!

The extension on the Thor print offer has officially expired, but we've got good news! If we can raise an additional $1,520 before midnight tonight, we can extend it again through Friday for all new backers!

This is your chance to get your hands on this epic reward. Don't miss out!

Here's how you can help:
  • Pledge now: Every dollar counts!
  • Add a remarque sketch: Only 4 left before they're gone!
  • Share this campaign: Let your friends and family know about this incredible opportunity!

Let's show the world that we can come together to achieve great things!

Remember, time is running out! Let's bring the Thor print back!

With Thor-like might,

The Rude Dude Crew

PS  Be sure to join us live IN STUDIO on Saturday.  Take the poll to let us know what comic book topic most excites you!

Dont Miss Livestream and We've added Original art
about 1 month ago – Fri, Jan 17, 2025 at 07:19:28 PM

JOIN US LIVE - SATURDAY AT 12:30 PM PST - ON BACKERKIT!

https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/steve-rude-the-dude/2025skb

  We'll be at Superhero Saturday tomorrow, ready to mingle with fellow comic book enthusiasts. Come join us live and get the inside scoop on those remarques! Who knows, you might even get a sneak peek at some of the amazing art we've been cooking up. 

https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/steve-rude-the-dude/2025skb/add_ons


TOO GOOD TO SHARE - KEEP IT FOR YOURSELF...

Hold onto your hats! We've just dropped a bombshell of awesome into your BackerKit campaigns: 10 limited-edition Remarque Sketches and original cover art have been added as add-ons!

Prepare for a chaotic, exhilarating, and potentially legendary event.  BackerKit has no "add-on limits."😉 So, while we'll be doing our best to keep things fair, there's a slight chance you might snag a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to grab some open remarques! 





Stay tuned for updates and remember, this is your chance to add some truly unique pieces to your collection.
Let the Remarque Madness begin!

Best,

The Rude Dude Team