I originally wanted every bit of advice the carny gave to be “join the carnival,” but decided that wasn’t much of a joke to waste eight panels on. After I wrote this, I felt like a dick for picking on poor defenseless carnies. But then I remembered all the times they wouldn’t let me on rides because I was too short. So fuck ‘em.
I’m not sure if it works in comic strip form, but I think “Ask a Carny” could thrive as a regular feature of this blog. I’m fortunate enough to have a friend who works in the carnival arts and he’s willing to answer your questions. He doesn’t have email, so if you send them to me (whale [at] bigfatwhale.com) I will pass them along through the CB. I’ll post his responses the next time he drifts through town.
Next Week: I attempt to wrestle the serious issues of the day while wearing a singlet of hilarity.
July 21st, 2006 at 12:24 pm
I would be happy to answer any questions anyone might have about carnies and carny life. We have the premier site for carnival owners and suppliers. Some answers might amuse or amaze but all would be truthful.