#Samantha Catto-Mott

[samanthaswords]

Many of us are born with a deep desire to wield a sword, become a hero and explore the wild. Then we meet each other, and the true adventure begins.

Samantha Swords

[synaps]

[thereturnofwomen]

This Armored Lady Won The Longsword Competition At a World Invitational Tournament

by AMY RATCLIFFE on AUGUST 26, 2013

Women who fight in jousting tournaments are awesome. Period. In fact, anyone who combats in a medieval setting earns my admiration but I especially look up to ladies because well, I’m a lady. Samantha Swords competes and she won the longsword competition in February of this year at the Harcourt Park World Invitational Jousting Tournament.

Read more and watch!

[anne-ominous]

Samantha "Swords" Catto-Mott, International Longsword fighting champion.

Totally a style inspiration if I've ever seen one.

[samanthaswords]

Sticks and stones may break my bones but words- don't give me that trash. A crippled body can do amazing things, but a crippled self-belief takes far longer to recover.

Samantha Swords

[samanthaswords]

"Martial artists must possess humility and selflessly serve others.... Bushido devoid of this spirit of humility is nothing more than violence." -Shihan Ōtake Risuke

He is the master of Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu -  Japan's oldest and most traditional sword school - considered the pinnacle of classic Japanese martial arts. It was founded in the Muromachi era (1336-1573). It is an amazing privilege that warriors can learn from centuries of unbroken Japanese tradition, and also that they have opened their doors to share with the rest of us.

The clip is from a full movie called 'Art of the Japanese Sword' by Empty Mind Films, that came out in 2010- available to watch on Youtube for under $5.

Thanks so much to Marc S. for sharing this with me!

[samanthaswords]

It was a great joy to model at premier concept design school Syn Studio today, demonstrating I:33's 14th century European martial arts for artists who are training to go into Montréal's vast video game industry. Thanks so much to Salgood Sam for inviting me again! This work is by the following artists (I'm not 100% sure of the order), Salgood Sam, Lydia Wong, Tatiana Tung Gerencer, Renée-Claude Dostie, and Dany DiSalvo.

[samanthaswords]

Here is video 1/3 for the Kingsmen! The Kingsmen are my faction in Weekend Warrior- an experiential live action event that will be filmed, documentary style, and challenge you in a new form of medieval-style outdoor adventure. For more, check out our Weekend Warrior Kickstarter!

Credits: CAST: Alexandre Lemay Camil Benoit Émilie Vallée-Manseau Gabrielle 'Biquette' Bergeron Genovefa Clerica Jérémie Hrycak Leclaire Marc C. Peter de Bracebrigde Samantha Swords

CREW: Director of Photography/Editor: Simon Gilberg Director/Producer//Production Management: Samantha Swords Production Assistant: Ariane Lafrenière Props Department: Peter de Bracebrigde and Genovefa Clerica Featured Props: Samantha Swords Drumming: Peter de Bracebrigde

THANKS TO: Conner Morgan Ben Cummings The Forge Studios Fell&Fair L'Auberge de Dragon Rouge La Ville de Montréal Ville de Québec Hostel International Québec VIA Rail Marie Brisbois Calimacil Marie Bellerose of L'Atelier des Cache-Mis Le Dogue du Montréal La Baronnie de l'Île du Dragon Dormant Charles of Syn Studio Gaffer Tape Zoe

ADDITIONAL THANKS: Jason VandenBerghe Lisa VandenBerge Jaydee Ruiz

[samanthaswords]

It's time for adventure, sword fights, smugglers, spaceships and the triumph of good across the galaxy. In the words of master Yoda, "Calm you must keep, and carry on you shall." My swordsmanship & lightsaber workshops videos are linked here, too! 🚀⚔🥋 Bangkok: https://youtu.be/CsdLq92vgiM New York: https://youtu.be/KJx2U9Q-TWc

[samanthaswords]

Here's video 2/3 for the Kingsmen! The Kingsmen are my faction in Weekend Warrior- an experiential live action event that will be filmed, documentary style, and challenge you in a new form of medieval-style outdoor adventure. I'm joining forces with Skip Lipman and Ron Newcomb of the Forge Studios- they're well known for the series, 'The Rangers', and also Zan Campbell of Fell and Fair, and together we're creating this event. For more, check out our Weekend Warrior Kickstarter, which has a few days to go! CREDITS CAST: Alexandre Lemay Camil Benoit Émilie Vallée-Manseau Gabrielle 'Biquette' Bergeron Genovefa Clerica Jérémie Hrycak Leclaire Marc C. Peter de Bracebrigde Samantha Swords

CREW: Director of Photography/Editor: Simon Gilberg Director/Producer//Production Management: Samantha Swords Production Assistant: Ariane Lafrenière On Set Photography: Bruno Gallant On Set Photography Assistant: France Benoit Props Department: Peter de Bracebrigde and Genovefa Clerica Featured Props: Samantha Swords Featured Costume: Genovefa Clerica Storyboards: Samantha Swords Drumming: Peter de Bracebrigde Vocals: Samantha Swords

THANKS TO: Conner Morgan Ben Cummings The Forge Studios Fell & Fair L'Auberge de Dragon Rouge La Ville de Montréal Ville de Québec Hostel International Québec VIA Rail Marie Brisbois Calimacil Marie Bellerose of L'Atelier des Cache-Mis Le Dogue du Montréal La Baronnie de l'Île du Dragon Dormant Charles of Syn Studio Gaffer Tape Zoe

ADDITIONAL THANKS: Jason VandenBerghe Lisa VandenBerge Jaydee Ruiz

[samanthaswords]

Behind the Scenes: Dawn shoot #2, Day 5. Filming with my awesome fighter friends from Le Dogue and from Le Baronnie de l'Île du Dragon Dormant. They were on set ready to bust heads before sunrise. They mean business! Merci, Jérémie, Alexandre, Gabrielle, Dan, Peter, et Camil! And to production assistant Ariane for wrangling the crowd (among other things) and Simon, my great director of Photography. Weekend Warrior Kickstarter! Go check it out! We are the Kingsmen! 🏰🎥⚔

[samanthaswords]

I'm so proud to say I'm friends with the amazing creator of this! If you love wearable art that pushes boundaries or just want to be blown away with inspiration, check out the work of NYC-based artist (and terrific human being) Melissa Ng!

[samanthaswords]

WEEKEND WARRIOR- I'm teaming up with The Forge Studios and Fell & Fair to bring you an amazing, immersive cinematic event, where *you* join the ranks of fellow heroes and become part of the story! The Kickstarter is coming this week, but to find out more you can check out: www.weekendwarrior.world

[samanthaswords]

The reality of nature is far more wondrous than anything we can imagine.

Neil deGrasse Tyson

[samanthaswords]

We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time.

T.S. Elliot

[samanthaswords]

Calling on lovers of Eurovision, diversity, and top-quality Australian cinema! 'Wild Dances' is a short film being made by an inspirational and truly special friend of mine, Bina Bhattacharya , a phenomenal creative spirit and force to be reckoned with! The film is about Australia's love affair with Eurovision, following the story of a shy, closeted gay boy and a spirited Ukranian-Australian girl who are brought together by their love of all things fabulous and flamboyant. As the world seems to grow daily in fear and gloom, this is exactly the kind of art that deserves to be made- celebrating freedom, soulful passion, and the universal joy of music and dancing that transcends cultures and languages. Please share this campaign if that's something you can get behind. Aroha, you free, beautiful people! ~S P.S. Why the fundraiser push? "We are launching this Kickstarter campaign to raise the last burst of money we need to complete this film by May 13th - the date of the 2017 Eurovision Grand Final. While 'Wild Dances' would otherwise attract specialised funding through its portrayal of LGBT, rural and immigrant communities (as well as its female director), we simply cannot delay the project by going through these channels. 'Wild Dances' was made to coincide with the competition being hosted in Kyiv, and our plan is to premiere the film at a giant Eurovision screening party on Grand Final night." https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/wild-dances-short-film-ukraine-lgbt#/