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Become a patron
Become a patron and help fund new work — get studio updates, early looks, and behind-the-scenes from the bench.
Patreon is where Jim shares the work-in-progress — sketches, time-lapses, and first looks at new pieces. Your support keeps the wire bending.
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Curious Minds
CA$10 / month · 7 days free trial
Support Jim's work and help keep the imagination alive.
- Early access to new sculptures, books, and announcements (24–48 hours)
- Patron-only updates from Jim
- Access to occasional patron polls that help shape future projects
- Join a community of fellow lovers of whimsy, storytelling, and imagination
Joy Makers
CA$15 / month
Step inside the workshop.
Everything in Curious Minds, plus:
- From Jim's Sketchbook — a monthly journal sharing thoughts, sketches, and the stories behind his latest creations
- Behind-the-scenes photos and works in progress
- Occasional patron Q&As
- First look at new ideas before they take shape
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Imagineers
CA$35 / month
Become part of the creative journey.
Everything in Joy Makers, plus:
- The Imagineer's Journal — an exclusive monthly art print inspired by Jim's reflections on the month just passed
- The story behind each month's illustration
- 24-hour Collector Preview on new original sculptures before they're released publicly
- Annual digital collection of that year's Imagineer's Journal artwork