Why Patreon?
Supporting artists on Patreon helps us to keep creating with integrity, outside of the pressures of mainstream platforms—allowing us to nurture real, deeper, lasting connections.
I started my Patreon, "The Garden," in January 2023, after enduring a very negative online experience. (See Video Below). I wanted to create a safer, more authentic online community where I felt genuinely able to express myself, share honestly and more openly.
Patreon has allowed me to foster a closer connection between me and my audience, giving them a more personal and engaging experience. For $5 a month, I send out exclusive blogs, special content, discounts on merchandise, and invitations to a monthly zoom call generally the last Sunday of every month.
In these zooms calls I share what I'm working on, present slide shows about things I think are compelling, occasionally play live, and host a group "show and tell" to support and encourage one another to stay happy, inspired, and creative.
Patreon has helped me build a small but steady monthly source of income, allowing me pursue my creative work independently and without the constant pressure of "feeding the algorithm."
I hope you will join me over there! I also create content for FREE MEMBERS! Woo Hoo! 👋 So, at least consider joining the space, and I hope to see you!