Deland Craven
I’m a first-generation Californian now living in Colorado. However, my roots are in Appalachian Ohio and West Virginia. I think I can officially claim to be a Son of the American Revolution and there is a rumor that someone in the family was a passenger on the Mayflower (I’m not sure if that’s true or even unusual). At the end of the day, for better or worse, I’m very much a typical mutt of European descent with all of the pride and baggage associated with that.
Much like my DNA, my life has been and is a mishmash. I’ve worked in factories, own(ed) several businesses, been a mountain search and rescue volunteer, flew a small plane poorly, and have been to Disneyland enough times to work as a Plaid (aficionados will know what I mean). I know enough about a few things to be fairly competent at them. I also grasp just enough of a lot of things to keep a fire extinguisher handy.
I feel like I’ve lived many lives – figuratively speaking. Some of the hats I’ve worn (or wear) are Creative Director, Interactive Marketing Manager, content creator, educator, and robotics mentor. I have more hobbies and interests than time or money. My passion is creating content focused on storytelling and worldbuilding using 3D printing, woodworking, machining, electronics, laser-cutting, book nooks, role-play gaming, miniature painting, electronics, and general craftiness… OH MY! When it comes to tools, my philosophy is “better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.”
This should provide some insight into what drives my relationship status and why it’s almost impossible to get me out of the house.
