So what about me.... Well I’m just your normal every day run of the mill eccentric crazy person! But dont let that scare you off. I have a great personality and an even better sense of humor. Did I mention I am also modest! LOL. I consider intelligence & kindness good things and I get along well with animals too, especially dogs like labs and retrievers and ferrets. I also feed the squirrels in the yard (lol).
I'm a member of the Wild West Arts Association and a whip artist. I’ve been working with whips for over 20 years and started when I was young. It’s something that I am very passionate about and I really enjoy promoting and teaching it to others. Everyone tends to raise an eyebrow when they hear the word "whip", thinking the worst but the art of the whip has been around in Wild West shows, the motion picture industry and the theater for years. It is also a fun and highly competitive sport popular in Australia and growing in popularity here in the United States as well. Plus it’s unique skill that really gets peoples attention! I'm also a member of the Whip Enthusiasts Group online.
I'm involved in several archaeological and geological projects though out Michigan and the Ohio region and enjoy doing fieldwork. I specialize in experimental archaeology, meaning trying to recreate the archaic technologies of the past to better understand the life ways of previous time periods and the people that lived in them. I’m also a member of the Michigan Atlatl Association, which was formed to share information and promote the history and use of the atlatl. So just what is an "Atlatl" you ask… Well it's actually an Aztec word meaning “spear thrower†and is a short narrow lever like device with a spur on one end which was used before the advent of the bow & arrow. The atlatl acted as an extension of the arm allowing the thrower to throw a spear or long dart with much greater force and distance than would normally be possible.
Demonstrating the Atlatl
Some more things about me, well I enjoy doing sculptural and ceramic work. I have been working in clay and stone for several years now and first became interested in the art while studying Pre-Columbian ceramic artifacts while working on a degree in Anthropology/Archaeology. I've been fortunate enough to have some of my work exhibited and even sold from time to time. Some people have called me an artist, but really think i'm just someone who likes to work with my hands and create. Either way I really enjoy the calmness and clarity I get when focused working "in the zone".
I also like being outdoors and enjoy hiking. I enjoy spending time with friends (especially the Girls! You know who you are LOL) and my family; they are all very important to me. I am a bit complex, Sometimes I'm very serious and scholarly and sometimes I'm a moody pain in the ass, but other times I am just a goof ball. I have a fun playful side and can be a bit of flirt. I enjoy going out, having a good time whether doing stuff like hitting movies, get-togethers, museums or just hanging out at a local pub with the crew, it's all good. I’m a big hockey and lacrosse fan and love to go to the Detroit Red Wings games when ever I can. GO WINGS! I love to travel and see new things, but I also like to just relax at home too.
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