FALLING IN LIKE WITH THE CAMERA
Can’t seem to fall in love with the camera? Try falling in like. Here are some tips on how to take better headshots. Read more in “Falling in Like with the Camera” here… Read More
A RAISIN IN THE SUN
It wouldn’t be summer without the smell of the ocean breeze and the sting of a fresh sunburn. As an actor, your face is your product and you need to be careful to protect against harsh UV rays before you are stuck auditioning for roles in “Jersey Shore: The Movie” or “The Woman with Leather Skin.” Read more about protecting your skin in “A Raisin in The Sun”Read More
HOW TO CONVINCE EVERYONE MOVING TO LA IS A GOOD IDEA
At graduation parties across the country young people are forced into awkward conversations about their future plans with their classmate’s parents, neighbors, family members they haven’t seen in years and even people they’ve never met before. Nothing will take the energy out of you like being asked “What are you going to do after graduation?” fifty times within an hour. For those of you brave enough to chase your dreams, here’s a quick rundown on how to convince your parents/anyone you might run into at a graduation party that you moving to LA is a great idea.Read More
HOW TO BE A BALLER ON A BUDGET PART 2: FOOD
Without taking the phrase “starving artist” too literally, living on your own in Los Angeles can often feel like the real life Hunger Games. The city is full of temptation to spend your money and some people forgo food altogether in favor of a booze diet or a stocked closet of designer clothes. Knowing how to feed yourself on a budget is valuable information because as it turns out: if you don’t eat, you’ll die. Read more in “HOW TO BE A BALLER ON A BUDGET PART 2: FOOD” Read More
HOW TO BE A BALLER ON A BUDGET: PART 1
Los Angeles is commonly known for its’ high living expenses and if you aren’t one of those lucky enough to book consistent acting gigs, you might have to learn how to be a Baller on a Budget. Read more in “How to Be A Baller on a Budget: Part 1”Read More
HOW TO AVOID A SOCIAL MEDIA FAUX PAS
Have you ever woken up after a night out in Hollywood with your phone abuzz, only to find out there is an embarrassing picture of you falling off the bull at Saddleranch on Instagram? In the digital age, these goofs are inevitable, but you don’t have to be partying like Courtney Love to self-sabotage. There are many ways to fall prey to a social media faux pas. Read more about “How to Avoid a Social Media Faux Pas”Read More
THE IMPORTANCE OF RELAXATION
While you might already be making plans for the weekend, read this article before you decide to go out on a crazy bender. Some people live by the motto “Work hard, Play hard” but if you’re a creative person, the best choice might be to avoid hitting the clubs and taking the time out to relax. Read more on Anthony Meindl’s article “The Importance of Relaxation” over at Backstage:
http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/importance-of-relaxation/
GOAL-GETTER
Most of us wouldn’t be able to make it through the twists and turns of LA without our handy GPS systems like Garmin or Siri. How many times have you tried to make it to an audition when your GPS leads you the wrong way? I know some people who can’t back out of their garage without the assistance of technology. I might be one of those people. The often-stressful traffic in LA can be a great metaphor for life as an actor and if you are traversing without a GPS, you are sure to wind up in Skid Row at some seedy strip club. Read more in “Effective Ways to List your Goals.”Read More
“6 TIPS FOR TRANSITIONING FROM TRAINING TO WORKING”
It’s that time of year again…Graduation time! Hundreds of drama students are about to graduate from prestigious universities and colleges from all over the country. And they all have one thing on their minds, “How do I start working as an actor?” Over at Backstage, Gywn Gilliss has some great advice-check out her article:
http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/6-tips-transitioning-training-working/