HOMELANDS: Life on the edge of the South African dream

A project in Edmonton, Canada by Pieter de Vos
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This photobook provides an intimate view of South Africa, 25 years after apartheid, through the life of one man. A Daylight hardcover.
Backers: 107
Average Pledge Per Backer: $102 CAD

Funded: $10,966 CAD of $6,000 CAD
Dates: Nov 15th -> Dec 15th (30 days)
Project By: Pieter de Vos
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Latest News

Peace be to all of you

December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone,   We are entering the final hour of the campaign. I enjoyed the process and it has allowed me to reconnect with many people who are dear to me. It provided a wonderful excuse to reach out.   These projects tend to take on a life of... (Read More)

Final 24 hours -- In the Homestretch!

December 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone, We are in the homestretch of the campaign -- the final day! For those of you who have contributed to the campaign, thank you so much. For those of you still thinking about supporting the project, you still have 24 hours to get an... (Read More)

5 days to go -- Get the word out before the campaign closes!

December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone, The campaign to support HOMELANDS is entering its final 5 days (closes Dec 15). I am encouraged by the support the project has received. This is an important story to tell.  As Leilani Farha, the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to... (Read More)

Two Weeks Left - Get your advance copies of HOMELANDS

November 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone, I appreciate that we have exceeded the target amount. Every penny counts. The campaign is open for another two weeks...so if you haven't done so already, I hope that you will consider ordering an advance copy of the book or spreading... (Read More)

Goal! Thank you!

November 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to your support we have met our goal more quickly than I ever could have imagined! What a relief! The campaign will still be open for another 26 days, so there is still time to get the story of Woodlane Village and my friend Donald out to the... (Read More)

It's the Final Countdown - 96%

November 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We are very close to reaching the campaign goal. Thanks again!  Below is a preview of the cover of the book. It reflects my mood of gratitude.  From now on, I will be posting images from the project on Instagram @pieter.devos See you there, P... (Read More)

Saturday Night - 84%

November 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Just a quick update that we are almost there. Enjoy your Saturday night, P  (Read More)

A Snowy Thanks - 67%

November 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone, We just hit the 67% mark. I appreciate your support. It has snowed here in Edmonton so some shovelling awaits. Take care, P  (Read More)

Halfway There and Living on a Prayer - 51% Funded

November 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Just a quick update that we have raised half of our target amount! (Thanks to my friend, Steve for the catchy title). I appreciate everyone's contributions. For your interest, I am also attaching an image showing an early stage in the proofing... (Read More)

Well, we have hit the 20% mark!

November 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks for your support so far. I am encouraged that we have made progress.  I have to admit this is a new experience for me and I am finding it far more intimidating than the photographic part of the work. But at least, it has given me an excuse... (Read More)

Adventures in Crowdfunding and Publishing

November 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Let the adventure begin... Thanks to your help, we are 13% of the way there. I appreciate your support and I will keep you updated on our progress! Please do spread the word! P  (Read More)

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