Scott Skinner

About the Author

Scott Skinner is a renowned kite artist and author whose passion for the skies has taken him across the globe, blending artistry, culture, and engineering in his multifaceted career. With over three decades of experience, he has designed and flown kites that push the boundaries of form and function, from massive sculptural pieces to intricate cultural replicas. His deep fascination with indigenous kite traditions led him to document the vibrant world of Guatemala's giant kites, a practice rooted in Day of the Dead celebrations that honors the departed through soaring tributes. Through his writing, Skinner not only chronicles these traditions but also inspires a new generation to look upward and appreciate the aerial arts as a universal language of creativity and remembrance.