So it's about time for an update! I had my first short film last weekend. It's amazing how much of this is networking vs. auditioning. Earlier this month I didn't have any auditions so I booked a role as an extra in a student film. The director is amazing and I was blown away by his stuff. I had a great experience with him and his crew and at the end of the day he got my info. A week later he called me and asked if I was wanted a part in his next short. So my first short film ever shot wasn't from an audition at all, it was from connecting with the crew. With that said I present to you...my first short!
http://vimeo.com/36807636

For my first time on camera I have to say this was a very tough role. I am playing a girl captured by a serial killer. I was able to feel the feelings, cry,etc...but I have learned film is completely different than theatre work! First there is a camera,light, and two-three people in your face checking out framing and lighting. So as I am laying in the back seat of the car I have to find a way to stay in character with all the going on. Second, the actor playing the serial killer isn't in the car for my scenes. So on top of having all this stuff in my face, there's no pretend serial killer in site.

Did I stay in character the whole performance? No, I definitely had trouble feeling believable with all the given circumstances. However, am I proud of the end product? Yes!!!!!!!!!!! Beyond words. For my first time on film being such an emotional part I am so proud of myself. I did my first film performance with a very complicated role. For what it was I am very happy with it! I absolutely loved the challenge of staying in character on film. With time it will get easier.

So as far this update goes...I am officially committing the year of 2012 to acting class, student films, and background work. I want to learn and gain as much experience as I can from these angles so come next year I can get serious and start marketing myself to the bigger productions and possibly agents. I am setting a goal of at least 2 auditions a week. I also have to be on set at least once a week. Be it as a speaking role or as an extra doesn't matter. I am taking an acting class once a week,and it's kickin my butt in a good way. I am making no money by choosing these goals, but the knowledge and experience is priceless to me. All in all I am very happy with my decision to get back into acting. I haven't felt this alive or creative in a very long time.!

And last, but not least I attend a seminar from a very successful actor Jack Plotnick and my life has seriously changed forever. I was reminded that at the end of the day we are playing pretend and must learn to always play and have fun. He has this amazing outlook and you can tell he just loves acting. No matter how big or small the role he wants it all. He has an amazing online book http://www.jackplotnick.com/3.html
and a list of affirmations that have really changed my life.
http://www.jackplotnick.com/resources/2AFFIRMATIONS$28Revised$29.htm


So that's it for now!! I will keep you posted on my journey in Hollyweird!!