Author: Michael K. Sherman

Michael is a career communications professional who’s shaped the voices of corporations for more than 30 years. He is an avid kiter, a member of the American Kitefliers Association, and former president of the award-winning Wisconsin Kiters Club. Michael is recognized across the kiting community for his unique ability to capture and share the kite flying experience. His YouTube channel, Kite Flying and Kite Festivals, is a source of joy and inspiration for people worldwide with an up-close, often serene look at some of the world's largest kites and the people who fly them. Increasingly, these and his other kiting and kite festival productions are helping businesses and communities thrive.
Kite Festival, Kite Flying, Kiting

Winter Kite Festivals in Full Swing

Michael K. Sherman

Order Now With half of the upper Midwest winter kite festival flying season under our belt, here's a look at what you didn't miss. Read about these yahoos who are pulling out all the stops to help make it happen, and don't forget to order your KitesUp! apparel today! Cool Kites on Ice, Detroit Lakes,… Continue reading Winter Kite Festivals in Full Swing

Kite Building, Kite Festival, Kite Flying, Kiting

‘KitesUp!’ with Barbara Meyer

Michael K. Sherman

Here's the skinny on artist, designer and kitemaker, Barbara Meyer, how to nab some of her original creations, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNt1n24NUX4 1. Your intricate designs are known the world over, and you're quite an accomplished kite builder. How did you find your way into kiting? Wear the KitesUp! Brand In the late 1970s -- yea… Continue reading ‘KitesUp!’ with Barbara Meyer

Kite Bag, Kite Festival, Kite Flying, Kiting, showkites

Yes… I’m an Altitude Junkie

Michael K. Sherman

Sure, watching a HUGE showkite hover just above the ground is impressive, but I’m more in it for the spectacle of a kite that can be seen for miles away. So, for God sakes man... put some altitude under that baby!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEwzt4K0w1k Taking the Gecko up a Notch - My Kind of Flying! And recently,… Continue reading Yes… I’m an Altitude Junkie

Kite Bag, Kite Festival, Kite Flying, Kiting

Confessions of a Kite Monger

Michael K. Sherman

Thank you, Mindy! That’s right! Call me what you want. Another package arrived today. You see, it was that darn Mindy in Texas. She was the one who did it. She's the one who convinced me to buy her HQ Flowform 4.0... Fabric is as crisp as the day it was born... Ahhhhh! Uh-um… Well,… Continue reading Confessions of a Kite Monger

Kite Bag, Kite Festival, Kite Flying, Kiting

Showkiter to Gear Hound: Here are the Essentials, and More

Michael K. Sherman

Showkite? Check! Now it’s all about your gear!!! You’ve made the leap! So, now what? With my first BIG kite, I quickly learned what gear to use and where to find it remained a mystery. Yes... it’s the secret handshake of big kiting. No worries, as it's one anyone will gladly share, if asked. To… Continue reading Showkiter to Gear Hound: Here are the Essentials, and More