HAUS OF AMAZING
Desmond is the founder of the first ever drag house exclusively for youth, called the Haus of Amazing. His goal is to bring young drag kids, bio queens, drag kings, and anyone else who loves drag together in a safe, positive, worldwide online community. As the community grows, there are opportunities for potential meet-ups and events. Because the drag house is restricted to members age twenty and younger, members can communicate freely and candidly with their peers without the often judgmental interference of adults.
THE AMAZIEST MAGAZINE
Desmond is in the process of developing a magazine targeted at LGBTQ youth called The Amaziest. All content will be created and submitted by LGBTQ youth for LGBTQ youth. He is researching various methods of producing the magazine, as well as a design and layout consistent with his message.
“LET’S GET AMAZINGLY REAL WITH DESMOND IS AMAZING”
Desmond is preparing to launch a new video series on his YouTube channel called “Let’s Get Amazingly Real with Desmond is Amazing”. In this series, Desmond will answer questions and respond to comments, both good and bad, that are sent to him. He wants to encourage viewers to send their most candid questions, hot LGBTQ topics, and critical comments. Desmond feels lovingly supported and self-confident enough to address these issues in a mature, yet fun and entertaining, manner. His motivation is to provide information that will aid and inspire others.
How do you feel your life has changed since this experience?
I am a naturally shy person who would blush and giggle nervously at the mention of getting in front of a camera to strike a pose. Bettina's Pin-Up Class really helped me overcome some of my self-consciousness. I was able to just let go and have fun without judgement or negativity. Now, in situations where I feel unsure or am afraid of being judged by others, I recall what the feeling of letting go felt like and that gives me the extra confidence I need to proceed. I have recently become unemployed and am looking forward to being able to use this same method of recollection and confidence to land a new position with a prospective employer.