Every year, I attend several conventions, partly to have fun and partly to learn. In November 2013, I attended the Mid-Atlantic Clown Association Convention in Harrisburg, PA. At the convention, I attended several lectures, did some shopping at the vendors, entered competitions, and had fun at the theme parties. I came home with the 2nd place trophey in the single balloon competition; multiple balloons competition; and full face, face painting competition. I also wond a 3rd place trophey for a group skit with my friends Miguel and Asia.
Sir Toony Van Dukes before the skit competition
Mike as Captain America at the MACA Theme Party
Mike as a clown from the future at the 2nd MACA Theme party
Mike as a clown fisherman for the paradeability competition
Balloon Mike made during the multiple balloon competition
Mike painted his friend Miguel’s face for the Face Painting Competition
I also created a two part video at the convention…
News for Clowns of All Ages – Episode 8 – Mid Atlantic Clown Association Convention Part 1
News for Clowns of All Ages – Episode 9 – Mid Atlantic Clown Association Convention Part 2
Mike hosts a monthly face painting and balloon jam for local children’s entertainers at Cici’s Pizza in Chantilly. The group typically meets on the 2nd Monday of each month from 7:00pm to closing. During the jams, there are plenty of opportunities to get a balloon or get your face painted.