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Name

Phillip Kimball

Type of Artist

Spins Flags, Spins Fans


Region

New York

My History

How would you describe yourself as a flagger?

Versitile

What is it about flagging that you enjoy the most?

Originally it was a way to express myself. It still is, but these days a lot of it is about community and my extended family. When I first started there were few of us out there. In the time that I started and now, it’s exploded into something amazing.
Also, the workout is great. I have a chest thanks to fanning & flagging. LOL


How long have you been flagging? How did you get started?

I’ve been fanning/flagging for about 9 years. It was a chance encounter with Candida Scott Piel that got me started.


What was your first flagging experience?

It was a chance encounter with Candida Scott Piel that got me started. I heard her speaking at an awards program about community, the tribe, etc. Later that evening I was invited to a private party and there she was. After tell her how much I appreciated what she had said, she put a pair of rags in my hands.


What was one of your best flagging experiences?

To date it was New Years in NYC at Capitale Ballroom.
Since I organize the fanner/flagger access to the dressing rooms, for the Saint-at-Large, it is really incredible to watch the stage from the 2nd flr of Roseland Ballroom.


Who has inspired or taught you?

Candida Scott Piel is my Fan/flag mother.
I feel that I learn from everybody I see playing.


What was one of your wildest or craziest flagging experiences?

It was at the last Steel Ball in Pittsburgh. Flagging on a 3 story scaffolding.


Do you make your own sets? Can you describe what kind you make?

I hand sew my rags. I tried using a sewing machine once, but it just didn’t feel right. Fans are a real craft that I enjoy the time I spend on. The creating of their design, construction, etc.
The type I make depends on the fabric and what has inspired me.
Recently my muse has been my boyfriend. It has been a couple of years since I made a set, but he inspired me with his joy and enthusiam about fanning/flagging.


Where do you often like to flag?

Wherever there is room

What advice do you give to beginning flaggers?

Relax and just go with the flow. Let your body lead you.
And the a real cliche "It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey"


Do you have a wish for what happens to your flags after you leave this world?

Ha, I’m not leaving!


What are your favorite songs to flag to?

Ha, I’m not leaving!


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    phillipkimball and bryancolesmith are now friends   2 years, 10 months ago · View


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    Phillip Kimball posted on the forum topic
    S@L Flaggers Lounge List   3 years, 2 months ago · View

    I will clarify this.

    In the mid 90s this PRIVILEGE was granted to the community.

    It IS for storing bags, chilling out, catching up with friend & meeting new
    family.

    We need a headcount to make sure the room we choose is large enough, especially
    this year as the room location has changed.

    Also, with all things offered for nothing there are those who abuse the
    privilege to no end. This list is a way to curb that kind of behavior.

    Beardbabe is correct about S@L’s liberal policy, but let’s be clear that if
    their name is not on the list, they’ll be asked to give it at the time of entry.

    Is this clear enough? Any questions?
    Ask them here & I’ll do what I can to answer them.

    Best,
    Phillip

    — In SpinTribe@yahoogroups.com, "beardbabe" <flagrrr@…> wrote:
    >
    > I’m confused…
    >
    > When Joe Cortes first asked for names of people who wanted access to the
    flagger lounge at Black Party, he said it was to get a general idea how many to
    expect.
    >
    > Now it sounds to me if one didn’t email Joe Cortes, they wouldn’t have access
    to the flagger lounge.
    >
    > In past BPs, S@L had a quite liberal policy. If your name wasn’t on the list,
    and you showed up with flags or fans, you would still be able to drop your toys
    off. Now I’m not so sure.
    >
    > Can someone clarify this? Thanks.
    >


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    Phillip Kimball posted on the forum topic
    S@L Flaggers Lounge List   3 years, 2 months ago · View

    A much needed post script:

    There is no need for drama, trauma or other bullshit.
    Let’s all un-knot our panties and have a good time together.

    PLEASE & THANK YOU

    Lovingly,
    Phillip

    — In SpinTribe@yahoogroups.com, "Phillip Kimball" <djphillipkimball@…>
    wrote:
    >
    > I will clarify this.
    >
    > In the mid 90s this PRIVILEGE was granted to the community.
    >
    > It IS for storing bags, chilling out, catching up with friend & meeting new
    family.
    >
    > We need a headcount to make sure the room we choose is large enough,
    especially this year as the room location has changed.
    >
    > Also, with all things offered for nothing there are those who abuse the
    privilege to no end. This list is a way to curb that kind of behavior.
    >
    > Beardbabe is correct about S@L’s liberal policy, but let’s be clear that if
    their name is not on the list, they’ll be asked to give it at the time of entry.
    >
    > Is this clear enough? Any questions?
    > Ask them here & I’ll do what I can to answer them.
    >
    > Best,
    > Phillip
    >
    >
    >
    > — In SpinTribe@yahoogroups.com, "beardbabe" <flagrrr@> wrote:
    > >
    > > I’m confused…
    > >
    > > When Joe Cortes first asked for names of people who wanted access to the
    flagger lounge at Black Party, he said it was to get a general idea how many to
    expect.
    > >
    > > Now it sounds to me if one didn’t email Joe Cortes, they wouldn’t have
    access to the flagger lounge.
    > >
    > > In past BPs, S@L had a quite liberal policy. If your name wasn’t on the
    list, and you showed up with flags or fans, you would still be able to drop your
    toys off. Now I’m not so sure.
    > >
    > > Can someone clarify this? Thanks.
    > >
    >


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    Phillip Kimball posted on the forum topic
    Black Party Fan/Flag/Poi 2009   3 years, 2 months ago · View

    Hey Friends,

    Some last minute things.

    The Saint at Large is not responsible for anything you leave in this room.

    The paid security outside the hallway is not there to guard your things.

    There will be Roseland staff & Saint at Large staff using the hallway outside
    the room.

    That said we need people to monitor the room. Give some time to keep an eye
    things. This sharing of time has been done in the past with great success. I’m
    available after 10am to be hall monitor.

    Any out there want to make a sash. LOL

    See you on the……er everywhere.

    Phillip


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    Phillip Kimball posted on the forum topic
    ATTENTION – S@L Flaggers Lounge List   3 years, 2 months ago · View

    THIS LIST IS NOT A COMP INTO THIS PARTY!!!

    This list is a courtesy to those coming who flag/fan/poi and is ONLY a place to
    store your flag/fan/poi bags, NOT extra "luggage". Put all extra bags in Coat
    Check.

    PLEASE post questions here. DO NOT EMAIL ME DIRECTLY.

    Thank you
    Phillip

    — In SpinTribe@yahoogroups.com, "Joe" <jcortes1@…> wrote:
    >
    > A list will be submitted to S@L on Friday afternoon 4p.m.. Do not email me or
    Phillip on Saturday to put you on the list for the lounge. All lists are to be
    submitted to S@L by this date, for that the focus could be on the
    set-up/production. Spread the word, alert those not yet on the list.
    >
    > See You Saturday Night.
    >
    > Joseph
    >
    > P.S. I recieved two emails, from from a Jorge, and another from a Scott.
    > Your last names will make things run for me much easier, Showing up at the
    door saying; "Hi, I’m Jorge" or Scott for that matter wont make much of a
    difference if a last name isnt provided or on that list.
    >


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