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50 Miles

In the 50th year of my life, I am running a 50 mile race in support of Bruun Studios' social- and civic- art programs.

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50 Miles

50 Miles

50 Miles

50 Miles

50 Miles

In the 50th year of my life, I am running a 50 mile race in support of Bruun Studios' social- and civic- art programs.

In the 50th year of my life, I am running a 50 mile race in support of Bruun Studios' social- and civic- art programs.

In the 50th year of my life, I am running a 50 mile race in support of Bruun Studios' social- and civic- art programs.

In the 50th year of my life, I am running a 50 mile race in support of Bruun Studios' social- and civic- art programs.

Peter Bruun
Peter Bruun
Peter Bruun
Peter Bruun
1 Campaign |
Baltimore, United States
$4,791 USD 47 backers
19% of $25,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Why 50 Miles

I have been a runner and artist for most of my life; now I am enlisting one activity in symbolic support of the other.

Since 2012, under the auspices of Bruun Studios, I have held art-based events to support such organizations as Roberta's House of Grief and Loss, Goal Diggers: The Sankofa Project, and Health Care for the Homeless. I have offered the events, my art, and my studio on a volunteer basis. 

Though this work is proven in its power and impact, offering this service as a volunteer is proving economically unsustainable.

I have the vision in 2014 of dedicating significant time to civic- and social-minded art projects. I want my studio to be a resource for Baltimore... I see Bruun Studios as an ongoing venue for art events serving social justice organizations and causes. I also am developing large-scale projects such as Autumn Leaves, and an undertaking addressing issues of addiction and recovery... a project I hope to see become a reality by 2015.

Carrying out this work is neither a sprint nor even a marathon, but more like an ultra-marathon. It takes endurance... and resources.

I believe I have the endurance, but I am asking you for help with resources. 

The 50 mile run in support of Bruun Studios symbolizes three things: my commitment to using art to inform, inspire, and illuminate; a pledge to honor your belief, participation, and support; and a promise on my part to persevere to make a difference through art. 

With your backing, 2014 can be a banner year for Bruun Studios. You may participate with a financial contribution ranging from $25 and up, but you may also, if you're not getting Bruun Studios emails yet, subscribe to our newsletter, or if you like the looks of my paintings and drawings but not the one's specifically offered as perks, then contact me.


About the Perks:

1) 5-Notecard Set. These are 4.25"x6" illustrated with a color image on the front and a blank interior. The sets feature five works by me shown in the video below along with notable quotations about identity:


2) Art Chance: The video below highlights the six works of art (which look much, much better in real life!) to be given away as part of the Art Chance Dinner on January 9, 2014.


3) Original Art: Offered at $250, $475, and $750 levels, this art has nuances only visible when seen in real life. Shortcomings of reproduction notwithstanding, the video below shares some of the pieces:


NOTE: While perks above $750 are not offered here, if you are interested in multiples of artwork or other work you see in Bruun Studios' gallery page, please contact Peter Bruun to discuss special deals.

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2 Cards

$25 USD
Two note cards illustrated with a Bruun Studio's image: one with a hand-written note of gratitude from me, and the other blank for you to use at your discretion, for you to pay forward with your own expression of gratitude to whomever.
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December 2013
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5-Notecard Set

$40 USD
In support of this campaign, I am printing notecards illustrated with images from my past body of art work. For a $40 contribution, you will receive a set of 5 notecards, each with a different image and notable quotation about identity. You will receive them just in time for the Holiday season, a time for notecards if ever there were one!
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December 2013
5 out of 200 of claimed

Notecards, Art Chance & Din

$150 USD
Not only do you receive the same perks as the $40 level (5-notecard set), but you also get invited (with a guest) to the "Art Chance Dinner" in Bruun Studios on January 9, 2014, where the winners of the art will be drawn. Fun perks, game of chance, and delicious home-cooked party in a great setting -- what could be better?
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January 2014
1 out of 30 of claimed

Notecards & Original Art!

$250 USD
Another way to get your hands on a 5-notecard set, but better yet: a framed original drawing by Bruun. Created in 1998, 72 pastel drawings are available. Each 8" x 8", there are 36 ultramarine blue drawings and 36 sap green drawings. They are minimal but warmed by touch and pastel powder. Cost includes framing with a simple white frame.
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January 2014
1 out of 72 of claimed

Original Oil Painting

$475 USD
Simple and subtle, these 8" x 8" oil on panel paintings from 2004 bring light and color to any room. A selection of these paintings has graced the walls of the U.S. Ambassador's Residence in Amman, Jordan, and now one may grace yours!
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January 2014
1 out of 12 of claimed

Big Red Painting

$750 USD
Layered in carefully applied paint, these 16" x 16" oil paintings (on panel) pack a visual punch. A total of 18 paintings carry every possible variation using three shades of red for an image with a lined shape and/or a colored-in shape.
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January 2014
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