'Izza al-Dimashqiyya
Persona :
- Born in Shawwal 918 A.H. (December 1512 A.D) in the grate Trade city of Damascus. Ah Damascus where caravans loaded with linen, ebony, and ivory from the King’s Highway pour in from the south. Silks and spices from the silk road wind in from the east into the city and markets. Some riches stay while many continued north to Constantinople and the European trade routes or west to the great ships onto Tyre and the Mediterranean bound finally for the new lands. Pilgrims on their way to Mecca rest in the many gardens and parks enjoying a brief respite before continuing their journey through the more arid lands.
- Born the eldest daughter of to a long line of merchants she traveled the Mediterranean establishing new business partners and visiting foreign lands. A trader by nature 'Izza is always looking for new and different items and will often be seen wearing and trading in all goods that pass through the mighty sea.
- The sea can be a dangerous place and dangerous people must sometimes be hired to protect you. Once when hiring one such person to protect her trade vessels from pirates she met Alexandre de Sant Roma de Sau and through their many adventures they fell in love and were later married secretly. They now continue their travels around the Mediterranean meeting new friends and looking for new adventures and goods.
Fealty:
- Provost to Dame Brighid MacCumhal
- Protege to Master Thorkell Palsson
- Apprentice to Masgistra Julia_Sempronia
- Baroness of Wealdsmere as a member of the Sergentry.
Honors and Awards
Positions Held
- Deputy Kingdom Marshal Authorization Officer 2021-Present
- Arts & Science Deputy for the barony of Wealdsmere 2017-2018
- Arts & Science Officer for the barony of Wealdsmere 2018-2022
- Jr. Marshal in Rapier 2018
- Sr. Marshal in Rapier 2019-Present
- Sr. Marshal in Youth Rapier 2020-Present
- Sergeant of Wealdsmere (Gallant and Courtier) 2019-Present
- Baronial Rapier Marshal 2022-Present
Arts and Sciences Competitions Won
- Wealdsmere October Feast: Frugal Scadian 2017
- Wealdsmere October Feast: A&S Champion 2021
- Vulcanfeldt Vulcanalia: Largess 2022
- Wastekeep A&S Champion 2022
- Wealdsmere Feast of Snow Moon: Largess 2023
- Vulcanfeldt A&S Champion 2023
Bardic Competitions Won
- Pendale Champions 2018 Bardic Champion
Classes I have Taught
- Introduction to Largess: Wealdsmere Octoberfeast Feast 2018. What is largess and ideas and examples of various projects which can be donated.
- Introduction to Pyography: Pendale Harvest protector 2018. Introduction to woodburning and simple techniques
- Soft Leather Journal Making: Wealdsmere Celtic Revolt 2019. Students learned to make a soft leather covered journal from start to finish
- Beyond Buttons: Pendale Champions 2019. Students learned alternatives to buying buttons and clasps covering different cultures/periods.
- Thread woven buttons: Wealdsmere Octoberfeast 2022. Students learned how to create thread woven buttons.
- Hand Building a cup: Feast of Snow Moon 2023. Students learned a bit about clay and how to build/decorate a pinch-pot cup which will be pit fired at a later event.
- Stab bound book: Wealdsmere Celtic Revolt 2023. Students learned about Japanese stabbound book and how to create one.
- Tile Painting: Wastekeep Springfest 2023. Students learned an overview of ceramic tiles and the art on them and then painted tiles which were later returned.
General Event Experience:
- Feast Team member: Wealdsmere October Feast 2017
- Queen of MisRule: Canton of Silverheart Feast of Fools 2017
- Co-Steward/Class Coordinator: Wealdsmere Celtic Revolt 2018
- Field Herald: An Tir September Crown 2018
- Assistant to Event Steward: An Tir July Coronation 2019
- Presenter: An Tir Athenaeum - 2020
- Salon Host: An Tir Ethereal 12th night - 2021
- Presenter: An Tir Athenaeum - 2021
- Co-Event Steward: Wealdsmere Border War 2022
- Presenter: An Tir Athenaeum - 2022
- Frugal Scadian Coordinator: Wealdsmere Feast of Snow Moon 2023
- Presenter: An Tir Athenaeum - 2023
- Track Coordinator: Collegium 2023
Rapier Event Experience:
- Created Scenarios used in Wealdsmere Border War 2019
- Rapier MIC Cranehaven Oasis War 2022
- Rapier MIC Cranehaven Oasis War 2023
Arts and Science Activities
- Pottery - I have been focusing much of my artistic time on Pottery, emphasizing non-European. The story of pottery is the story of trade, scientific development, and the cultures themselves.
- Wood turning - I originally started turning wooden pens and was hooked. I now turn many items on the lathe including pens, kitchen utensil handles, sword handles, spools, and anything else I can think of. My husband and I are always on the lookout for good branches which have recently been cut that we can acquire and turn into the next project.
- Costuming - I share this interest with my husband. Together we work to make various costumes including making patterns and various accessories.
- Largess - Who doesn't like a little thankyou, and sometimes you make more items then you know what to do with.
- Book Making - My favorite area of study is non-European bookbinding. I am currently working up from early styles (palm leaf) with a goal of re-creating many of the major styles.
- Scribal - Not my strongest suit, I love to see the amazing works of art that come out of a scribes pen and brush.
Bardic:
I am a firm believer that anyone can participate in bardic if they would like. While my skills are not in the musical arts I use my love for learning and telling stories to entertain others. In particular I search for stories from various non-western cultures to bring an old story to a new audience.