Aiii, the life of an actor! Last week I had no time to catch my breath, this week, pffft! Apparently someone made a mistake or changed their mind about me & Lyrica, no CB! & I was ready! Ah well, next time, cie la vie! (If I had taken french I would know how to spell that!)
Today was spent pulling weeds, tomorrow more of the same as well as building more of my shed & rebuilding the flower box that also holds up the trellis & the overhang on the patio, is that called a portico? Not sure, but it seems to be drooping so I will take advantage of the down time & work outside.
This is only quick (duh) so off to bed & up early & out to work! Sometime I wonder....
Goodnight!
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
48 hour film-Chicago



Wow, what a fun shoot! 48 hours to write, film, edit, score, EVERYTHING, & get the film turned in by the deadline. Yea team, they did it! 45 original entrants, 30 completed on time. Our screening is Sunday at 5:30 at the Portage Theater, Milwaukee & Irving Pk Rd.

Our genre: super hero, word: apple, Name: Louise Grimes, Phrase: How much is it gonna cost? It was a long day of filming, but SO much was accomplished. Learned how to fake fight, it really looks real! But I must admit to having some bruises..... Also had to fall, that was tougher, slipped on the gravel & landed before the sheet of drywall, right on the gravel!
Costuming was fun, I was the super villain, my daughter the super hero. I play a pretty nasty character, but in the end have a change of heart, too little , too late!
So come out to the Portage on Sunday at 5:30 for the screening & to vote for your best film & actress (hint...who might that be?) At the corner of Milwaukee & Irving Pk, then stay for the after party & mingle with "the stars"
See you there, ok? PS, it's called "Smoking Apples"
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Friday, July 24, 2009
Auditions & 48 hour Film
What a week, just like it should be...like it used to be! I hope this is how things will continue! I auditioned for Lyrica, Harris Bank, MGM Grand, Nexis clothing, Columbia College SR. Thesis project. I was at O'Conner Casting again today & was told I will have a call back for Lyrica. Now I can prepare better, have to do the announcer VO with the medical warnings as well as the regular copy.
Last night was the agency party, I had forgotten how LOUD a club/bar/lounge could be. It has been a LONG time since I've been in a bar, thank heavens there is no smoking at least, bad enough to have to yell to be heard! Saw a couple people from way back, so that was fun, and chatted with a few folks from the agency & then took Katherine home. A very long day, I was nuts enough to drive back & forth between home & Chicago, 3 times! As it happened, first audition was at 9:00, then 3:00 & the party at 8:00 so I really didn't want to sit around Chicago all day & get exhausted by evening.
Today was fun, back to O'Connor. Mac told me about the Lyrica callback & gave such a nice description of what to do for the audition. He really just wants each of us to do our best, that's a nice feeling. Have to remember when on film that so much is just in the nuance, facial expression, conveys so much. He helps you to not over act, it isn't a sitcom!
Tomorrow is shooting for a 48 hour film. Looking forward to it, I'll find out the genre & character sometime this evening. We have an actor coming in from Madison, 2 from Indiana & me, should be fun!
I'll let you know! Have a great weekend!
Last night was the agency party, I had forgotten how LOUD a club/bar/lounge could be. It has been a LONG time since I've been in a bar, thank heavens there is no smoking at least, bad enough to have to yell to be heard! Saw a couple people from way back, so that was fun, and chatted with a few folks from the agency & then took Katherine home. A very long day, I was nuts enough to drive back & forth between home & Chicago, 3 times! As it happened, first audition was at 9:00, then 3:00 & the party at 8:00 so I really didn't want to sit around Chicago all day & get exhausted by evening.
Today was fun, back to O'Connor. Mac told me about the Lyrica callback & gave such a nice description of what to do for the audition. He really just wants each of us to do our best, that's a nice feeling. Have to remember when on film that so much is just in the nuance, facial expression, conveys so much. He helps you to not over act, it isn't a sitcom!
Tomorrow is shooting for a 48 hour film. Looking forward to it, I'll find out the genre & character sometime this evening. We have an actor coming in from Madison, 2 from Indiana & me, should be fun!
I'll let you know! Have a great weekend!
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Rockin' & Rollin"
Hmmm yesteday's blog was entitled "Peace.." well for tomorrow it's Hustle & Bustle!
10:00 Flax Design audition-clothing line, print work,
2:00 Audition at O'connor Casting for Harris Bank,
3:00 Columbia for a Sr. Thesis film audition,
8-10:30 Grossman & Jack Agency party for their new print division!
I try to figure out how to push some of them together since it is an hour drive downtown, initially I was just due to be there at 9AM & 8PM so I would have easily gone home, now I'm not so sure! Good problems to have!
More photos of The Discarded were put on FB. Fun pictures, they tell a good story. I am anxious to see the footage edited together that we shot over the weekend. Interesting fairy tale, & I'm glad Kevin gave me footage for my reel.
Still haven't heard anything back from Monday's Lyrica audition, I would love that one! Go to LA for filming & then I could visit some friends! Well, what will be, will be! It's gonna happen, I just have to trust "Someone Else" knows when!
Ginny had her surgery to remove her other breast, last night was not a good night & lots of pain today. Please keep her in prayer for strength & healing!
Blessings,
Francine
10:00 Flax Design audition-clothing line, print work,
2:00 Audition at O'connor Casting for Harris Bank,
3:00 Columbia for a Sr. Thesis film audition,
8-10:30 Grossman & Jack Agency party for their new print division!
I try to figure out how to push some of them together since it is an hour drive downtown, initially I was just due to be there at 9AM & 8PM so I would have easily gone home, now I'm not so sure! Good problems to have!
More photos of The Discarded were put on FB. Fun pictures, they tell a good story. I am anxious to see the footage edited together that we shot over the weekend. Interesting fairy tale, & I'm glad Kevin gave me footage for my reel.
Still haven't heard anything back from Monday's Lyrica audition, I would love that one! Go to LA for filming & then I could visit some friends! Well, what will be, will be! It's gonna happen, I just have to trust "Someone Else" knows when!
Ginny had her surgery to remove her other breast, last night was not a good night & lots of pain today. Please keep her in prayer for strength & healing!
Blessings,
Francine
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Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Peace.....
Well, peace I love, but now it seems eerily quiet! Audition & agency visit yesterday, worked in the shop with Jim today & came home to continue working on my shed...the only things film related (other than the piles of emails) is how sore the knot on the back of my head still is from the "cops" knee as he dragged me down the stairs! That and the stiff neck & shoulder muscles.
You know, it's fun being scary! I'm not much into Halloween, but this (The Discarded) was as good! I am (my character is!) a very evil person & it's nice to be able to put on the role, & then leave it all behind!
There are some fun photos on Facebook, but they are not mine so you will have to go to my page & then to my pictures to access them. When I get copies, I'll post them!
Tomorrow will be a good catch up day & prep day. Thursday is another audition & then later an agency party, they (Grossman & Jack) are starting a print division.
Well, off to finish my book I got from the ICVM, Like Dandelion Dust, by Karen Kingsbury. What a sweet lady! You must see the movie when it is released!
Nitey, nite!
You know, it's fun being scary! I'm not much into Halloween, but this (The Discarded) was as good! I am (my character is!) a very evil person & it's nice to be able to put on the role, & then leave it all behind!
There are some fun photos on Facebook, but they are not mine so you will have to go to my page & then to my pictures to access them. When I get copies, I'll post them!
Tomorrow will be a good catch up day & prep day. Thursday is another audition & then later an agency party, they (Grossman & Jack) are starting a print division.
Well, off to finish my book I got from the ICVM, Like Dandelion Dust, by Karen Kingsbury. What a sweet lady! You must see the movie when it is released!
Nitey, nite!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Audition & I'm Wrapped....I think
Audition for Lyrica today, at Oconnor Casting! FIrst audition through my new agent, Grossman & Jack Talent. First of many I hope! I'd love the trip to LA for filming, be able to visit new friends & be paid for it!
Plus, last night we may have finished my portion of filming for The Discarded...maybe! Arrived at 8:00 PM, started filming just before 9:00 and finished at 11:00! They were productive hours, way to go Kevin-writer/director & actor! Lots of hats to wear, no?
The Discarded is a modern-day dark fairy tale, Hansel & Gretel in nature. I am the evil step-mother "Not all step-mother's are evil you know", hah! Carol Bartlett is! "We'll just take the kids to the forest & leave them there, they'll find their way out & become stronger in the process, plus it'll teach them some respect, it'll be good for them!" Sure, it will! But what about the tree witch?
That's right, the Tree Witch has another scene to shoot. I talked to Joe, the makeup guy who did her makeup, it is awesome, so ugly & real looking! He said the makeup takes about 6 hours to apply! Glad that's not me! When I say I'm putting on my spackle, I'm only kidding!
This film is an independent project, started out as a short, but has evolved into a feature length film. Hadn't counted on this when I signed on to my role, but things happen in film that are not always predictable. Kevin & Kay will eventually finish the film & then need to get started on marketing. My role is finished & now it's time to focus on additional projects...like my Lyrica audition! Time to put my spackle on! Ciao!
Plus, last night we may have finished my portion of filming for The Discarded...maybe! Arrived at 8:00 PM, started filming just before 9:00 and finished at 11:00! They were productive hours, way to go Kevin-writer/director & actor! Lots of hats to wear, no?
The Discarded is a modern-day dark fairy tale, Hansel & Gretel in nature. I am the evil step-mother "Not all step-mother's are evil you know", hah! Carol Bartlett is! "We'll just take the kids to the forest & leave them there, they'll find their way out & become stronger in the process, plus it'll teach them some respect, it'll be good for them!" Sure, it will! But what about the tree witch?
That's right, the Tree Witch has another scene to shoot. I talked to Joe, the makeup guy who did her makeup, it is awesome, so ugly & real looking! He said the makeup takes about 6 hours to apply! Glad that's not me! When I say I'm putting on my spackle, I'm only kidding!
This film is an independent project, started out as a short, but has evolved into a feature length film. Hadn't counted on this when I signed on to my role, but things happen in film that are not always predictable. Kevin & Kay will eventually finish the film & then need to get started on marketing. My role is finished & now it's time to focus on additional projects...like my Lyrica audition! Time to put my spackle on! Ciao!
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Sunday, July 19, 2009
Who Am I? Casting Crowns
What a lovely video presentation, another perspective on who we are, & why we are!
Click on the title!!! You will be glad you did!
Click on the title!!! You will be glad you did!
sleepy time?
I sure would like to write all about the film shoot today, but 14 hours later, I'm not really up for it.....& I have a rally noisy keyboard, so will have to wait until everyone is awake! Kinda silly to be out this late....
G'nite!
G'nite!
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Friday, July 17, 2009
Friday
So what's the big deal about it being Friday? Just another day! But the weather, that's fantastic, but I'm working at the shop so I'll just think of how nice it will be when I'm not working, but then I can worry about NOT working! Sheesh, does it never end? Oh yea, it will, and after reading the news online, I think it may happen sooner than we think....
So I understand that on the day of MJ's funeral, when the world was obsessed with the "occasion" the pope declared the need for a one world governing body...how come that is not on the mainstream press? Does anyone see the significance of this? Am I misreading something?
Seems the adoption of the Euro was pointing to one currency, then there is one government, then one church and then???? Am I over simplifying?

OK, business at hand, Sat & Sunday I will finish (I think) filming for "The Discarded", an independent film I got involved with over a year ago. I get to play the role of a sick, evil step-mother, a la Hansel & Gretel. I am pretty much evil incarnate. The role does not bother me from a moral standpoint because she is evil, and gets her just rewards. So often the bad guy becomes a hero of sorts these days, but not her! The footage to date looks great, but there have been issues along the way that delayed it's completion, so here's hoping! If you've looked at my reel, there is scene from The Discarded, when I am telling my "hubby", "we have to do something", & believe me it's not very nice!

As an actor, one of our jobs is to create the character & history, come up with a back story so to speak. I decided why my character is like she is & then went a bit further to see how her past impacted her current actions. Someone has died in the film & I "decided" my character helped the process along. Concerned that this might not be true to the directors intent, I thought I'd better ask how the other person had died so my acting did not conflict with the message. Turns out I was right, although those words were never spoken! So, imagination, as well as the plot as laid out led me to believe what was in fact in the writer/director's mind all along! Good job!
Ok, enough for now, xray stands are calling!
So I understand that on the day of MJ's funeral, when the world was obsessed with the "occasion" the pope declared the need for a one world governing body...how come that is not on the mainstream press? Does anyone see the significance of this? Am I misreading something?
Seems the adoption of the Euro was pointing to one currency, then there is one government, then one church and then???? Am I over simplifying?
OK, business at hand, Sat & Sunday I will finish (I think) filming for "The Discarded", an independent film I got involved with over a year ago. I get to play the role of a sick, evil step-mother, a la Hansel & Gretel. I am pretty much evil incarnate. The role does not bother me from a moral standpoint because she is evil, and gets her just rewards. So often the bad guy becomes a hero of sorts these days, but not her! The footage to date looks great, but there have been issues along the way that delayed it's completion, so here's hoping! If you've looked at my reel, there is scene from The Discarded, when I am telling my "hubby", "we have to do something", & believe me it's not very nice!
As an actor, one of our jobs is to create the character & history, come up with a back story so to speak. I decided why my character is like she is & then went a bit further to see how her past impacted her current actions. Someone has died in the film & I "decided" my character helped the process along. Concerned that this might not be true to the directors intent, I thought I'd better ask how the other person had died so my acting did not conflict with the message. Turns out I was right, although those words were never spoken! So, imagination, as well as the plot as laid out led me to believe what was in fact in the writer/director's mind all along! Good job!
Ok, enough for now, xray stands are calling!
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Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Jury Duty
Funny, when in University I was called up for jury duty. I went to the court and explained I was a student, and my date was during midterms so I was told I get a pass, but when I get called up next time I better show up! Ok, next time just happened to be...during finals! Now I was a criminal justice major, I actually wanted to serve on a jury! They just weren't making it very easy!
About 20 years later I get called up again, this time I am out of the country! And how about that 20 year gap? I voted, isn't that where they pull the records from? Anyway, I once again received my notice and was to call today after 4:30 to see if I was to show up tomorrow or not....well, it's a not!
At this point I am really quite disgusted with our criminal justice system, more criminals either go free or abuse the system in countless ways, so I don't mind not serving. However, isn't it unfortunate that the government is so inefficient?
OK, so how about business related things instead. I have recently joined Grossman & Jack Talent. I knew Mickey Grossman from way back, and also had a bit of contact with Linda, but as she specialized in VO, I didn't have too much to do with her. Now it's like old home week, they just started a print division and Katherine from Ford (Suzanne's, A-Plus), and Marie from Aria are heading it up! This feels good, I have a past, don't need to bend over backwards to be acknowledged and there is even a party next week so hey, hey, great timing!
Now, lucky me, I get to work another day at the shop with Jim, it's only fair after taking the week off last week to revel in the fellowship at the ICVM! This weekend, I'll be shooting the final (hopefully ) scenes for "The Discarded", a dark fairy tale, reminiscent of Hansel and Gretel, I am a not-so-nice step-mother, REALLY not so nice! But at least you know I'm not nice, you will have no sympathy for me!
"K, that's it for tonight! Sleep tight!
About 20 years later I get called up again, this time I am out of the country! And how about that 20 year gap? I voted, isn't that where they pull the records from? Anyway, I once again received my notice and was to call today after 4:30 to see if I was to show up tomorrow or not....well, it's a not!
At this point I am really quite disgusted with our criminal justice system, more criminals either go free or abuse the system in countless ways, so I don't mind not serving. However, isn't it unfortunate that the government is so inefficient?
OK, so how about business related things instead. I have recently joined Grossman & Jack Talent. I knew Mickey Grossman from way back, and also had a bit of contact with Linda, but as she specialized in VO, I didn't have too much to do with her. Now it's like old home week, they just started a print division and Katherine from Ford (Suzanne's, A-Plus), and Marie from Aria are heading it up! This feels good, I have a past, don't need to bend over backwards to be acknowledged and there is even a party next week so hey, hey, great timing!
Now, lucky me, I get to work another day at the shop with Jim, it's only fair after taking the week off last week to revel in the fellowship at the ICVM! This weekend, I'll be shooting the final (hopefully ) scenes for "The Discarded", a dark fairy tale, reminiscent of Hansel and Gretel, I am a not-so-nice step-mother, REALLY not so nice! But at least you know I'm not nice, you will have no sympathy for me!
"K, that's it for tonight! Sleep tight!
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Monday, July 13, 2009
Better than the Art Gallery!
After Pikes Peak
Friday, July 10, 2009
ICVM
Wow, time to say goodbye to new friends, see you next year. The sessions were incredible, the way God was moving through the entire conference was overwhelming. Never have I been so in awe of what is happening in the film industry.
It was less than year ago that I began researching who was producing, directing, casting the good films that were coming out, those films that had a Christian perspective. 7 months ago I was invited to audition at the 168 Project in Burbank, and since then I feel I've just taken off and now I'm accelerating!
After completing Stealing Home & getting nominated best supporting actress, I went to a "faith based acting" seminar in Charlotte. Bonnie Johnson and Gary Moore told me about the Gideon Film Festival and the ICVM, and now here I am!
Gideon far surpassed all my expectations and so I was bit concerned about the ICVM. Here alone (Mom & Jim were with me in NC), Bonnie, Ted & Torrey weren't going to be here, and I was hoping for not sure what, but I didn't want to be disappointed. I wasn't!
This afternoon was the peak, after the final film, The Bill Collector, went for prayer and never have I experienced anything like this. We were in small groups, one by one individual concerns were expressed, and then the group prayed for the person. To say the hand of God was upon us would be an understatement, He was everywhere, encircling, enmeshing, loving us all. I must have lost a quart of fluid, I was offered a kleenex, but needed a towel!
I will remain enthusiastic, focused, empowered by the Holy Spirit and loving prayer. I could not have predicted nor asked for the gift I was given this afternoon, thank you my friends, thank you Lord!
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Thursday, July 9, 2009
International Christian Visual Media
What a day! Incredible speakers, phenominal films, support, encouragement, prayer, just not much down time! When "Like Dandelion Dust" is finally released in theaters, it is a MUST see film. I will be sending out reminders, it is just so powerful. Karen Kingsbury was one of the speakers & the author of the book which is the first film made of one of her books....but not the last!
It was draining watching, but so engaging, the good & the bad were both on display in all the characters. Just gut wrenching. The casting took a year, but each actor is perfect. You hate the bad guy, cheer for the "good" guys, fall in love with the litle boy.....EVERYONE needs a kleenex at one time or another!
Tomorrow, Pikes Peak, long day & then another great film. g'nite!
It was draining watching, but so engaging, the good & the bad were both on display in all the characters. Just gut wrenching. The casting took a year, but each actor is perfect. You hate the bad guy, cheer for the "good" guys, fall in love with the litle boy.....EVERYONE needs a kleenex at one time or another!
Tomorrow, Pikes Peak, long day & then another great film. g'nite!
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Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Denver & ICVM
Ahhh, Denver, finally. Ever have one of those days/weeks/months that things just keep coming at you? I have, but can finally breathe a big sign of relief.
This is my first ICVM conference, the first of MANY. The theme is "Refresh the Call", how appropos. We need to refresh the call to bring Christ to the forefront, of our thoughts, actions, words & intentions. To refresh our relationships with like believers. And just to be refreshed!
Time also to rekindle relationships! I got to see Eric & Brittany (HOSFU), Barb, Gary, Jessica, what a great beginning to the week! The only downside is that it's late, movie night just ended & we have a packed day tomorrow: Tim Mahoney, Dr. Tson, Scene workshop, Karen Kingsbury, Dandelion Dust, etc.
There are so many great things happening, many projects in the works. It is wonderful to see God working in so many ways and to have all these folks involved & wanting to do all they can for Him! I pray to be used, to be touched & to touch someone else. To use my gifts for Him, to walk through the doors He opens!
g'nite!
This is my first ICVM conference, the first of MANY. The theme is "Refresh the Call", how appropos. We need to refresh the call to bring Christ to the forefront, of our thoughts, actions, words & intentions. To refresh our relationships with like believers. And just to be refreshed!
Time also to rekindle relationships! I got to see Eric & Brittany (HOSFU), Barb, Gary, Jessica, what a great beginning to the week! The only downside is that it's late, movie night just ended & we have a packed day tomorrow: Tim Mahoney, Dr. Tson, Scene workshop, Karen Kingsbury, Dandelion Dust, etc.
There are so many great things happening, many projects in the works. It is wonderful to see God working in so many ways and to have all these folks involved & wanting to do all they can for Him! I pray to be used, to be touched & to touch someone else. To use my gifts for Him, to walk through the doors He opens!
g'nite!
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Saturday, July 4, 2009
Happy 4th of July! & my work week
As I sit to put a few thoughts to screen ;-) I'm thinking about last week & the fun job, but then I get jolted into remembering last week was at the shop & it was the week before I had fun! Sheesh does time fly!
Well, the week before was FUN! I had a week of shooting a video for the Arl Hts Pk District. Industrial video, walking & talking on camera, that's always fun...even outside in 95 degrees & with kids who have never been on camera, and are told "You have to have fun now!" Ahh the challenges of making things appear real!
We had to display the many facets & advantages that the AHPD offers its residents, swimming, parks, tennis, golf, sailing, woodshop (my fav!), ballroom dance, yoga, yes the AHPD has it all & I got to do it all...& got paid to do it!
It's great to be in the position to be able to do this, but it does take some skill. My mom has always, & I mean always told me to just be myself. You know, that's just what I did, I had fun being myself. When you are on camera, you have to know how to make being yourself look very natural while at the same time being aware the camera is seeing everything you are doing. That comes from years of doing something & then getting to see youself & analyzing what does and does not work. When you write something, you re-read it & can make changes. When you are on camera, many times you do not have that same opportunity to make changes. You only see things after the fact so you had better know up front what works & what doesn't! That's why this whole process takes time, and why someone with years of experience makes it all look real and natural.
So often stories are told of how someone is "discovered" & it's as if the person appears out of nowhere but is just great on camera, a "real natural". Surprise, that person has worked in front of a camera for years at becoming natural! There are the exceptions, but there is no better teacher than experience! So now I can segway into how do you get said experience....?
Church dramas, student productions, make your own film, independant film, extra work. All ways to gain experience. If you've never been on set, you work as background or an extra. Then keep your eyes and ears open! Watch everyone (but always be aware of what you are supposed to be doing), see what their jobs are, what they are looking at, how lights are tweaked, how to get the best sound, mike placement, etc.
Whew, now that I'm warmed up I could go on & on, but this is getting wordy & the day is short! It is, a bit shorter than yesterday!
To all our service men & women & their families, thank you! You give so much to all of us here in America, you set such a wonderful example to our citizens and to the world. I am so in awe of your sacrifices, thank you so much. Your lives are not your own, to you this must seem perfectly natural, & we are so blessed you live your lives for the benefit of others. Thank you for your service!
Well, the week before was FUN! I had a week of shooting a video for the Arl Hts Pk District. Industrial video, walking & talking on camera, that's always fun...even outside in 95 degrees & with kids who have never been on camera, and are told "You have to have fun now!" Ahh the challenges of making things appear real!
We had to display the many facets & advantages that the AHPD offers its residents, swimming, parks, tennis, golf, sailing, woodshop (my fav!), ballroom dance, yoga, yes the AHPD has it all & I got to do it all...& got paid to do it!
It's great to be in the position to be able to do this, but it does take some skill. My mom has always, & I mean always told me to just be myself. You know, that's just what I did, I had fun being myself. When you are on camera, you have to know how to make being yourself look very natural while at the same time being aware the camera is seeing everything you are doing. That comes from years of doing something & then getting to see youself & analyzing what does and does not work. When you write something, you re-read it & can make changes. When you are on camera, many times you do not have that same opportunity to make changes. You only see things after the fact so you had better know up front what works & what doesn't! That's why this whole process takes time, and why someone with years of experience makes it all look real and natural.
So often stories are told of how someone is "discovered" & it's as if the person appears out of nowhere but is just great on camera, a "real natural". Surprise, that person has worked in front of a camera for years at becoming natural! There are the exceptions, but there is no better teacher than experience! So now I can segway into how do you get said experience....?
Church dramas, student productions, make your own film, independant film, extra work. All ways to gain experience. If you've never been on set, you work as background or an extra. Then keep your eyes and ears open! Watch everyone (but always be aware of what you are supposed to be doing), see what their jobs are, what they are looking at, how lights are tweaked, how to get the best sound, mike placement, etc.
Whew, now that I'm warmed up I could go on & on, but this is getting wordy & the day is short! It is, a bit shorter than yesterday!
To all our service men & women & their families, thank you! You give so much to all of us here in America, you set such a wonderful example to our citizens and to the world. I am so in awe of your sacrifices, thank you so much. Your lives are not your own, to you this must seem perfectly natural, & we are so blessed you live your lives for the benefit of others. Thank you for your service!
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