Up and Coming Events

So I have good news and bad news.

Bad news is that I am working 7 days a week and the likelihood of new videos being posted on my Youtube channel are slim to none.

Good news is that I will now have computer access mostly every day now AND I am guessing that (because of my whip work at the faire) I will have probably interesting things to talk about.

Keep your eyes peeled for a new video I shot during the week this past week. It's a "blind folded" whip routine that is interesting. I'm looking forward to sharing it with you all!

I am participating in a parade tomorrow which will *hopefully* involve me whip cracking. Always fun. Although admittedly I get afraid of damaging my whips on the pavement. I opt to do cracks that make sure the whip stays off the ground as much as humanly possible.  I am very excited!

Wish me luck and...

Until Next Time,

Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon

The road ahead

Hey there guys and ghouls

Gosh, it feels like forever since I was able to post!

It's been super crazy on my end what with both of my summer jobs kicking into gear but no worries, I am still practicing. Part of one of my jobs involves doing this crazy super epic dance with the whip so lucky for me I get to work and whip all in one!

At any rate, I also have some exciting news that's only sort of whip related: I'm engaged!!! (whip related because my fiancé is also a whip cracker (I know most of you were thinking something dirty >_<. ). Anyway, now I he a wedding to plan so that's going to be fun

In other news, I'm planning a mini trip to see Adam Winrich, which is exciting. He seems like a cool guy so I'm very much so looking forward to meeting him and watching his performance.

I'm also considering going to a convention/competition in the fall which would be interesting. The only problem is the timing might not work out because I'm moving at that time but even still, the potential is exciting to me

Also, I've been in touch with a few high schools and they are very interested in having me come in to work with the students on the practical historical and theatrical uses of the whip. (also wry exciting!)

So in brief lots of new exciting things going on. Should be posting again soon (thank god for smart phones!)

Keep an eye open for a " how to make a popper " video I'm posting.

Until Next Time,

Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon

Fairy Good for a First Try

Alright, So as many of you may (or may not know) I spend my summers, more often then not, pretending to be a fairy working at a renaissance faire. It sort of got me thinking. What would happen if I created some sort of "whip dance" and used it as my fairy? BRILLIANT!!

Naturally, I got to work. This is what came of it:

A little hap hazard, I know. But to be honest, I'm not really a dancer. I do have some background in Belly Dancing and I have taken a few dance classes before but surely not enough to really say I have "Mastered" the art in any way shape or form This was also my first attempt at "whip dancing". I think with a little polish, it could go a long way.

Unfortunately, I don't think this idea will really go anywhere as far as appearing at faire. But I think it would be fun to play with anyways. And who knows?  Can't hurt a girl for trying.

Heads up: The next few months are going to be hectic as both of my summer jobs are headed into full swing.  I swear, I will not forget about you all!


Until Next Time,

Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon

News and an Apology

Alright so let's start with the apology. I am sorry I've been a tad incognito. Its been extremely busy. I have also been out of reach of a proper computer over the last week or so. Not that it's an excuse but still just throwing that out there.  I would also like to warn you that from end of June -beginning of August, I will be EXTREMELY busy working 2 jobs trying to save up for when school begins again. So just an FYI.

And now for the news!!!:

I heard back from the folks I did an audition for and they want me! Yay! I will not be doing as much fighting as I had hoped for but I still very happy I am doing something. I think it's going to be an awesome experience regardless because I am new to the stage combat realm and this will be my first official fighting gig. YAY!

More good news is I have some new videos up on YouTube, if you want a sneak peak at what I am going to be talking about in the near future.

I am also in the works of putting together a presentation to bring around to high schools in my area discussing the whip as a weapon/ its uses in stage combat. My biggest challenge will be making it long enough and entertaining at the same time. We shall have to see!

I will post again soon!

Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon

Moving Right Along

So I'm still waiting to hear back from my fight call (although I was informed that another week is going to be required so I'm not concerned)

It's a beautiful day today, so I am headed out. I'm going to focus on cracking combo's that'll work well when wearing very unusual costumes that may limit the possibilities.

More Very soon! I promise!!!!!!!!!!


Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon

Low Clearance

So as most of you may or may not know, a lot of my whip cracking is focused on the intention for it to be used in a Theatrical Setting.  A lot of times, I am working in a theatre with little to no fly space. AKA: NO ROOM ABOVE MY HEAD!!!!. This makes it very difficult to actually do on crack which falls along a vertical plain. I suppose flicks would be the exception because you don't need space for the swing up.

At any rate, here is a video of something I was playing with:

Information: I was asked to do this musical number in a showcase involving my whip. However, there are very few 8 counts to play with (hence the brief length of the whip cracking).

I think I'm going to play with this more, as the possibilities are endless with some imagination. So stay tuned, this weekend is supposed to be beautiful as far as the weather is concerned. I should be able to get to the park!


Side note: No word back from my fight call. They said I should hear within a week or two (last week) so this week starts the beginning of the waiting period. Stay tuned on that note!



Until Next Time,

Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon

What a To Do To Die Today

Hey there guys,

Sorry I've been a tad incognito lately. I've been stupidly busy the past week although next week things should be lightening up (or if not next week the week after for sure!)

I'm going to be going to the park this weekend to work on a few things so stay tuned.

As far as my callbacks are concerned, only time will tell. I think I did alright but honestly it's very difficult to say. They said I should hear back from them within two weeks (from Sunday), possibly a week if I was lucky. So starting Monday I'm going to be practically attached to my phone. I will keep you all posted though.

At any rate, some fun news is that the director of this showcase I am taking part in is allowing me to use my whip during a musical number.  I think it's pretty cool. Show goes up next week, I'll let you know how that pans out too.

That's really all I got for now.

Until Next Time,

Signed,
Your Scarlett SnapDragon