Who am I?

I'm currently a full-time student at the University of Kansas, studying mathematics, secondary STEM education, and religious studies. I'm a member of the marching band and other music ensembles. So, between classes, music, and student teaching, I'm unfortunately quite busy! I'm passionate about creative writing, poetry, and of course, typography.

Why typewriters?

I was first introduced to typewriters at the age of 5, when my mother brought home two pre-war Royal portables to use their glass keys for jewelry making. "Keychopping," as it's known in the typewriter world, is a horrible offense. Thankfully, my brother, sister, and I were simply too enamored by these mysterious machines to let them be scrapped. Whereas my siblings soon lost interest, I was hooked and began collecting typewriters found at estate sales, thrift stores, and antique stores. By the age of ten, I had roughly half-a-dozen typewriters. In high school, however, things really got out of hand. Now in college, I have a collection of over 100 machines. In 2023, I began publicly offering typewriter repair services in the greater Kansas City area as well as in Lawrence where I attend classes. Giving back to the community with a unique and niche set of skills is my favorite part about the work I do.