Support the Graffiti Village Tour!

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Who are we?

We are a collective of researching artists and creatives on an expedition to expand our local network.

The artists on tour are:



-Jamil Suleman, Seattle (Lyricist/Activist/Video Producer)




-Jeffon Seely, Atlanta (Inspirational Speaker/Hip Hop Artist)




-Ari Glass, Seattle (Visual Artist/Musician)




-Aaron Jacob, Los Angeles (Photographer/Content Producer/DJ)



Our behind-the-scene miracle-makers are:



-Asher Underwood, Los Angeles (Producer)




-Serg Khandzhayan, Seattle (Strategic Business Consultant)




-Camille Elmore-Trummer, Portland (Artistic Designer)




-Ramon Stephens, Long Beach (Music Director)




-Carl Schoenleber, Seattle (Chief Technology Officer)




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What are we raising money for?


We are raising money to fund the Graffiti Village Tour: a conscious & sustainable eco-friendly media research caravan touring four global artists and creatives through Western America seeking to connect and amplify the stories of artists, indigenous locals, and entrepreneurs we encounter along our route.  We plan to drive from Seattle to Los Angeles, across to Denver, north to Edmonton and back west to Seattle over the next 2 months.

See below for more details.
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How the money will be used?


We are raising money to finance the tour logistics, production, post-production, and social media /digital marketing of the content that comes from this tour.

See below for details.
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How soon do we need the funds?


Our tour dates are from April 1st through May 29th 2016. We will need funding throughout the journey and are currently accepting donations and sponsorship offers.

See below for tour schedule.
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Why does this mean so much to us?


This project means so much to us because, as artists and entrepreneurs, we will grow our market and diversify our fans over the next several months. For our company, we will have documented an epic journey providing content for online and film festival exposure.  As for our community, we will amplify the voices of our friends and family, sharing stories of struggle and success.
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How thankful will we be?

The success of this tour will likely change the path of many lives.  We will be forever thankful for any contribution you can make today.

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LONG DESCRIPTION:



Who We Are


Indie Genius Media blossomed from seeds that were sown many years back when a group of 9 conscious and creative artists united forces in Seattle, Washington. Brought together by community movements that focused around urban youth, sustainable farming, activism, poetry, music and spiritual enfoldment these 9 minds have joined forces to create Indie Genius Media. The core group of this organization is filled with musicians, poets, authors, deejay’s as well as community organizers, an accountant, web designers, painters, project managers, a videographer and social media experts, each of whom stand behind one underlying mission of being a beneficial presence to our planet. Bringing creative artists and entrepreneurial minds together makes Indie Genius Media an organization that can make a lasting and global impact on a constantly evolving world.


Our Purpose


The purpose of Indie Genius Media is to build a collective of independent artists who seek to transform the world through innovative forms of media and entertainment. This media and entertainment is created with the intention to uplift the downtrodden, empower the lost, provide hope for the hopeless and establishes and supports community movements that add peace, compassion, truth and justice to our planet.


Your Involvement


Indie Genius Media is accepting sponsorship from eco-friendly, sustainable and conscious organizations that align with our mission of creating a world that works for everyone. Your involvement would bring you national exposure through our music tours and community involvement; social media shout outs, product and logo placements on advertising as well as product integration on our high quality video productions. Sponsorship is also accepted from mom and pop shops and individuals who are on a mission of peace, empowerment and unity.

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How the Money Will Be Spent:


~$5k for Vehicle, Fuel & Maintenance
-$3.5k For Van & Insurance/AAA
-$1.5k for Gas & Maintenance
-7.5k miles (/20mpgs x $3gal= $1125/4= $281 per person)

~$7500 Basic on the road living expenses (60 days)
-Hotel - 10 nights x $150 = $1500/4 = $375 per person
-Camp - 30 nights x $25 = $750/4 = $188 per person
-Couch - 20 nights x 0 = 0
-Food & Water - 60 days x $20 = $1200 per person

~12.5k Project completion bare essentials
/4 = $3125 total per artist minimum needed

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Name of Tour: Graffiti Village Tour
Tour dates: April 1st - May 29th, 2016


NATURE - NATIVE - URBAN - SUSTAIN - SPIRIT


Portland, OR - Friday April 1st

Eugene, OR - Saturday April 2nd & Sunday 3rd

Redwoods, CA - Monday April 4th

Sacramento, CA - Tuesday April 5th
Oakland, CA - Wednesday April 6th & Thursday 7th
San Francisco / San Jose / Santa Clara, CA - Friday April 8th
Oakland, CA - Saturday April 9th
Santa Cruz, CA - Sunday April 10th

Fresno, CA - Monday April 11th
Sequoia, CA - Tuesday April 12th

Santa Barbara, CA - Wednesday April 13th
Los Angeles / Long Beach, CA - Thursday April 14th, Friday April 15th, Saturday 16th
Irvine, CA - Sunday April 17th

Riverside, CA - Monday April 18th

San Diego / Tijuana - Tuesday April 19th

Las Vegas, NV - Wednesday April 20th

Phoenix, AZ - Friday April 22nd
Flagstaff, AZ - Saturday April 21st & Sunday April 23
Grand Canyon / Navajo Nation - Monday April 25th

Albuquerque / Sante Fe, NM - Wednesday April 27th
Taos, NM -Thursday April 27th (South African Freedom Day)

Colorado Springs, CO - Friday April 29th
Denver / Boulder, CO - Saturday April 30th, Sunday May 1st, Monday May 2nd

Wind River Reservation / Riverton, UT - Tuesday May 3rd
Teton, WY - Wednesday May 4th
Yellowstone - Thursday May 5th
Big Sky / Bozeman, MT - Friday May 6th

Crow Agency - Saturday May 7th
Billings, MT - Sunday May 8th

Hays - Monday May 9th & Tuesday May 10th

Missoula, MT - Wednesday May 11th & Thursday May 12th
Glacier - Friday May 13th
Blackfeet - Saturday May 14th
Lethbridge / Vulcan, AB - Sunday May 15th

Calgary, AB - Monday May 16th & Tuesday May 17th
Edmonton, AB - Wednesday May 18th - Sunday May 22nd

Jasper / Banff - Monday May 23rd (Canadian Victoria Day) - Tuesday May 24th

Lasqueti - Wednesday May 25th
Vancouver, BC - Friday May 27th
Bellingham, WA - Saturday May 28th
Seattle, WA - Sunday May 29th (Memorial Day)

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