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<div>Dad and I took a break after our big adventure to Key West so we could plan the next round of interviews and travels, and catch up a bit at home. 
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<div>If you kept up with our blog at Followtheartfilm . com, you may know of our car troubles along the journey. With a new transmission in Zava the Van and a new computer, Follow the Art will resume full production mid-June in Michigan. After that, we road trip West!
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<div>Right now, I’m on a work trip—hunkering down at every coffee shop that I can to edit the footage and apply for new grants for the second wave of filming.
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<div>Dad is working hard at finishing up paintings in preparation for his art show in September. We cannot thank you enough for your continued support! It was the trip of a lifetime, and it’s just the beginning.
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<div>Can’t wait to share the characters, stories, and smiles!!!
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<div>Update Dec 12, 2023: <strong>Please see our latest update! We just posted our Follow the Art Tour Schedule. We officially hit the road for this trip on January 23, 2024. We couldn't be more excited! A huge thank you to our friends, family, sponsors, hosts, and organizations that have helped make this possible. </strong>
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<div>Update: November 1, 2023
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<div><strong>My dad and I are officially hitting the road at the end of January! We are gearing up for a giant road trip around America. One of our first stops will be Thunderbolt, Georgia where my dad was a shrimper in the 70's. Then we are off to the Florida Keys where he was a street artist, and lived in a giant tree house. From there we make our way to Texas, California, Washington, Missouri, Illinois, and back home to Michigan. We have interviews scheduled all across the country, and volunteer photographers who will help me film some scenes along the way. We have not yet reached our fundraising goal so I will be scheduling my modeling/art gigs, and my dad is booking library drawing programs along the route! Where there is a will there is a way! This documentary is coming to you! If you have any interest in hiring us in your state please reach out at </strong><a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>[email redacted]</strong></a>
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<div><strong>Thank you so much for all of your support and donations! We need to get this story out :) </strong>
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<div>Update: Sept 20, 2022
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<div><strong>On Sept. 16th we held a Movie Night event at Northport Arts Association(NAA) to share the first 15 minutes of our documentary film with our community! It was an incredible turnout, so thank you to our friends, family, and to NAA for making it so special! </strong>
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<div><strong>We are raising funds for our next round of travels and interviews here on our GoFundMe page, so please consider donating, and sharing this with others to help get the word out! With your help, we can complete this film, and share this inspiring story with the world. </strong>
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<div><strong>“Follow the Art": Words from Tom Woodruff</strong>
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<div>My daughter and I have been talking about creating a documentary film of my life for some time now. The truth is I’m not getting any younger and there are so many things that I would like my children and their children to know. This film is a timely opportunity for me to share my legacy with my family, and thank the countless people who have inspired me along the way. This is a tribute to those friends living and past who have opened doors to a world I might never have known.
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<div>"Follow the Art" was inspired by a visual timeline my daughter created when she was in 5th grade. It’s a compilation of photos and text that follows the many turns my life has taken. Now all these years later, she has the abilities and passion to bring it to life through film. 
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<div>We are in full production at this time, scheduling interviews, and scouting locations throughout the country from Michigan to Florida. All proceeds from this project will go towards the production itself, travel expenses, equipment rental, and post-production. 
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<div>This will be an epic project with lots of behind-the-scenes photo&amp;video, and steady updates on our progress. We would love for you to join us along this journey. We’re hoping that our friends, followers, and art community will help us reach our goal, not only through donations but also by spreading the word and sharing this page! Thank you so much for your interest, support, and contributions. 
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<div>Check out our Facebook Page for more information, sponsorship options, and ways you can participate! Facebook.com/FollowTheArtDocumentary
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<div><strong>"Follow the Art: The Creative Journey of Tom Woodruff" </strong>
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<div>Follow the Art is a cinematic documentary that explores the life and art of Tom Woodruff. As a teaching artist, he found a way to share his love for art and adventure through storytelling and interactive art projects with students throughout Michigan schools. This film traces his life journey from being a street artist, sailor, and merchant seaman, to a stained glass artist, muralist, children's book illustrator, and art educator of 35 + years. This documentary is his way of giving thanks to those who have inspired him, and the many he has inspired along the way. 
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<div><strong>Lydia Woodruff - Director/Producer</strong>
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<div>“It has always been a dream of mine to create a documentary about my dad's life! It all started with a timeline I created when I was in fifth grade that detailed his life in photos and text. Throughout the years I’ve captured his stories, videos, and candid moments on camera knowing that one day it would all come together. Now is that time. It's incredible to see what he has accomplished in his life, and how much of an impact he has had on the world around him. He is an inspiration, and we are so excited to share his journey with you all!"
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<div><strong>How can I help? </strong>
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<div><strong>-Donation to GoFundMe: </strong>If you'd like to donate, that is what keeps this project alive! This budget covers over a year of planning, filming, and editing.
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<div><strong>- Sponsorship- Become a Producer! :</strong> Please email us at <a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">[email redacted]</a>
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<div><strong>-Photos, Video &amp; Stories: </strong>Other ways to contribute are by sharing your stories, or old footage of Tom Woodruff to: <a href="https://gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">[email redacted]</a>
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<div><strong>-Share: </strong>Sharing our Youtube Videos and GoFundMe to get the word out there! 
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<div>Thank you so much for your help and support! 
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<div><strong>The Cost: Expenses Breakdown</strong>
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<div>-Raising funds is essential for travel costs, and studio rentals for interviews.
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<div>Promotions, Print and Preparation take a significant portion of funding. From reserving premiere locations to merchandise, official Blu-Ray production, and footage conversions. 
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<div><strong>Stretch Goals</strong>
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<div>We are seeking $10,000 to make this film. Any pledges that take us beyond our goal will be spent on the production of the documentary.
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<div><strong>$11,000</strong> - Hire talent to recreate additional scenes of Tom Woodruff’s life. 
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<div><strong>$20,000+ </strong>- We will be able to make "Follow the Art" more widely available in theaters throughout Michigan! 
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<div> We believe in this project, and we know that with it comes its own set of risks and challenges. Without support from our friends, family, and community it will be very challenging to complete this project, but we are committed regardless of the fundraising outcome. This is an opportunity to hear the story of an inspiring artist in his own words, and all contributions will directly enhance and expedite the completion of this documentary. 
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<div>We don’t anticipate many challenges other than the budget, but we will discuss anything that comes up in our updates or on our Facebook page. This process will be documented so well, from concept to screen, so we hope you’ll be along for the ride! 
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<div><strong>FAQ’s </strong>
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<div><strong>When will Follow the Art be released?</strong>
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