My name is Afton Coombs (they/them). I am a movement artist and technical worker with an interest in human-centered research, preservation of traditional dance forms, and anti-surveillance movement practices.
As a dancer, my background is in tap, flatfoot, and house. I both practice improvised & authentic forms of these dances and created choreographed pieces. My choreography tends to involve technology, especially interactive or anti-surveillance technology. When I create autobiographical solo work, it usually discusses my own experiences with queerness, neurodivergence, and nonbinarity.
As a data scientist and developer, I have worked in analytics, experimentation, data visualization, survey design, and web development. I most enjoy using these technical skills for artists and educators.
If you’re interested in seeing my work, please check out my portfolio.
If you’d like to get in touch over email, you can find me at afton steps at gmail dot com.