about
my name is milissa orzolek, though i perform under the name abandoned ships. I am a geographer, writer, visual artist, educator, bicyclist, audio-enthusiast, director, traveler, performer, puppeteer, builder, project manager, and clown-in-progress. And I can make a pretty good saag paneer.
I've lived in many different places around the country and around the world and I've had many different jobs. All of my experiences influence my work. To read more about my work as a puppet artist, click here.
I'm always in search of new projects and great collaborations in locations both near and far. I’m also available for project management! Feel free to reach out with ideas, possibilities, commissions, inquiries, and suggestions.
