I had a "woe is me" moment that I feel a bit silly about today, but only because the day is over and not because I feel the moment wasn't justified...
On Monday, I found out I got a call back for an audition I went to last Thursday; an SOC (Silent on Camera; aka no lines) for an Egg Commercial. Well, I thought that the audition went horribly. I find these auditions so awkward. They are just taping my reactions; and again without a script I feel like I can never really guage how the audition went. So, needless to say, I was quite shocked and pleasantly surprised when I found out I had been called back. Officially, making it one call back per month for the last 2 months by the way...hey, I'm going to celebrate any success here!
The "woe is me" moment came yesterday morning when I woke up with a freakin cold sore!! I was just so annoyed and I know there are worse things in life, but really... are there worse things than being put on film for a call back with a big honking cold sore on your lip?? I don't know if there is! I did end up nursing it all day yesterday and luckily, this morning it is almost gone! A record for how short a cold sore has lasted and if anyone wants to know how, let me know, I'm all about sharing these tips. Us cold sore sufferers have to stick together!
Anyway, back to the call back. I feel like it went alright and now I'm really hopeful that I get it; even despite my aesthetic woes! With that hope, today I woke up feeling quite greatful and excited. Without really knowing why, I'm going to enjoy the rest of the day feeling this way! I even have dinner plans tonight with my sweets, so the feeling will reign on!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
I'm a Yogi!
Well, perhaps I am exaggerating, seeing as today was only my second Bikram Yoga class. For those of you who may not know, this is a 90 minute yoga class conducted in 40 degree temperatures. I had been mentally preparing myself for how tough it was going to be to get through it, and well, it certainly was pretty gruelling. However, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that my voice practice actually helped me with the work in class.
Because of my voice work, I was able to bring to class my ability to be still and clear my thoughts and focus on just exactly how I am feeling in that moment, and then to let it go. I brought the ability to take deeper breaths supported by my whole being and therefore in some stretches, take deeper stretches. After making these links between my voice work and my yoga class, I was not surprised when today, in class, certain deep stretches invoked some emotional release. The cool thing about Bikram is that any tears that may have come up were camouflaged by all the sweat, so it was all good! And, better yet, momentary and fleeting. I acknowledged the emotion and then let it go!
I think that these two components of my life will compliment each other quite nicely and I'm looking forward to the eventual benefits that regular practice in both disciplines will bring. Do you practice yoga? Any tips? Any discoveries? I would love to hear about it!
Because of my voice work, I was able to bring to class my ability to be still and clear my thoughts and focus on just exactly how I am feeling in that moment, and then to let it go. I brought the ability to take deeper breaths supported by my whole being and therefore in some stretches, take deeper stretches. After making these links between my voice work and my yoga class, I was not surprised when today, in class, certain deep stretches invoked some emotional release. The cool thing about Bikram is that any tears that may have come up were camouflaged by all the sweat, so it was all good! And, better yet, momentary and fleeting. I acknowledged the emotion and then let it go!
I think that these two components of my life will compliment each other quite nicely and I'm looking forward to the eventual benefits that regular practice in both disciplines will bring. Do you practice yoga? Any tips? Any discoveries? I would love to hear about it!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Anticipation
I started this year off with much anticipation of what was in store for me. I felt inspired to harness that rekindling anew and forge ahead with my new(ish) career as a working (aka auditioning) actor! It's amazing how one full week back at work at my full time job, however, has the power to dim my spirits some.
I've been booking more regular auditions which is great, however, it means leaving work in the middle of the day and then making up the hours I've missed. This is on top of the hours I'm making up for having my one day off a week to attend class, and to use as a general business day towards my acting career (something that this full time job has allowed, which I am soo greatful for!). This can sometimes mean, as will be case tomorrow, that I will have to be at work by 7am and stay till 7pm, because I had to leave work early for an audition yesterday and will have to dash away from the office tomorrow for 2 hours or more to go to another one. The amount of auditions is great but I'm finding that I have to be really careful not to feel burdened by how an audition effects my schedule, causing me to have to stay at the office later or come in earlier...or both.
And, yes, of course, I will deal. Trying to fit auditions in to my schedule is a good "burden" to have. I'm noticing, however, how I can sometimes turn this positive "problem" into something negative, like feeling burdened by going to an audition because it means I have to work later, etc. It's this type of negative thinking that I know I have let take hold of me in the past; and is probably not so attractive on me once I get to the audition ..." Yes, hi, please hire me...just do it quickly please!"
So, I just have to be extra careful this time around to be thankful that I have this so called "problem." and rejoice in the fact that I am capable of sorting it out. When I first started the rekindling, there was a huge awareness of how this had to happen now...while I had a window in my life where I have a schedule that allows for flexibility. Now, I myself have to practice being as flexible as my schedule allows.
Oh, and speaking of auditions, yesterday's was pretty funny! Nothing like being surrounded by model types to get your confidence up in time for an audition. It was an audition for a print ad and well, it was just humorous...let's just leave it at that! Well, with that said, I'm off to the gym! Lol...
I've been booking more regular auditions which is great, however, it means leaving work in the middle of the day and then making up the hours I've missed. This is on top of the hours I'm making up for having my one day off a week to attend class, and to use as a general business day towards my acting career (something that this full time job has allowed, which I am soo greatful for!). This can sometimes mean, as will be case tomorrow, that I will have to be at work by 7am and stay till 7pm, because I had to leave work early for an audition yesterday and will have to dash away from the office tomorrow for 2 hours or more to go to another one. The amount of auditions is great but I'm finding that I have to be really careful not to feel burdened by how an audition effects my schedule, causing me to have to stay at the office later or come in earlier...or both.
And, yes, of course, I will deal. Trying to fit auditions in to my schedule is a good "burden" to have. I'm noticing, however, how I can sometimes turn this positive "problem" into something negative, like feeling burdened by going to an audition because it means I have to work later, etc. It's this type of negative thinking that I know I have let take hold of me in the past; and is probably not so attractive on me once I get to the audition ..." Yes, hi, please hire me...just do it quickly please!"
So, I just have to be extra careful this time around to be thankful that I have this so called "problem." and rejoice in the fact that I am capable of sorting it out. When I first started the rekindling, there was a huge awareness of how this had to happen now...while I had a window in my life where I have a schedule that allows for flexibility. Now, I myself have to practice being as flexible as my schedule allows.
Oh, and speaking of auditions, yesterday's was pretty funny! Nothing like being surrounded by model types to get your confidence up in time for an audition. It was an audition for a print ad and well, it was just humorous...let's just leave it at that! Well, with that said, I'm off to the gym! Lol...
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
A Call Back
Happy New Year everyone! This year, I hope to blog more regularly in order to get closer to the original intention of why I started it in the first place. To share my journey and by doing so, stay accountable and focused!
Last year was an important one for me. I was determined to take my acting career more seriously and really give it an honest go. I arranged my life in a way that would make this more feasible; I got back into regular classes; I found an agent that I am very happy about and; I got new head shots, which have actually helped me to book a lot of auditions almost immediately, so that's great!
I feel like all of this renewed focus has been paying off, so it was great to end the year with my first ever professional commercial call back! I went for an audition mid December for a breakfast cereal and it was one of a few auditions where I came out of it feeling like it went well. Most of the time, I come out of auditions not having a feeling about it one way or the other. This time, however, there was a script, which always helps. It's something to explore and get into. And, to be honest, in the case of commercials, just have fun with and not take it too seriously (the script not the audition, of course). I left feeling excited, which was good, because this was my first audition with the casting director that connected me to my agent and I really just wanted to make a good impression.
Sooo, when I got a call back, I felt like that's exactly what I had done and it felt like all of my work this past year has paid off. It was like an affirmation of sorts telling me that I'm on the right track and it has all been worth it. As the commercial is shooting today, I don't believe I've booked it...but I'm choosing to look at this experience as a victory all the same!
Here's hoping that this year continues to bring positive affirmations to encourage us along our path of rekindling and realizing our dreams!
I would love to hear about any of your experiences of : 1) rekindling your dream; 2) positive affirmations you've received along the way; 3) inspiration that has kept you going.
Here's wishing you all a year of rekindling and inspiration!
Last year was an important one for me. I was determined to take my acting career more seriously and really give it an honest go. I arranged my life in a way that would make this more feasible; I got back into regular classes; I found an agent that I am very happy about and; I got new head shots, which have actually helped me to book a lot of auditions almost immediately, so that's great!
I feel like all of this renewed focus has been paying off, so it was great to end the year with my first ever professional commercial call back! I went for an audition mid December for a breakfast cereal and it was one of a few auditions where I came out of it feeling like it went well. Most of the time, I come out of auditions not having a feeling about it one way or the other. This time, however, there was a script, which always helps. It's something to explore and get into. And, to be honest, in the case of commercials, just have fun with and not take it too seriously (the script not the audition, of course). I left feeling excited, which was good, because this was my first audition with the casting director that connected me to my agent and I really just wanted to make a good impression.
Sooo, when I got a call back, I felt like that's exactly what I had done and it felt like all of my work this past year has paid off. It was like an affirmation of sorts telling me that I'm on the right track and it has all been worth it. As the commercial is shooting today, I don't believe I've booked it...but I'm choosing to look at this experience as a victory all the same!
Here's hoping that this year continues to bring positive affirmations to encourage us along our path of rekindling and realizing our dreams!
I would love to hear about any of your experiences of : 1) rekindling your dream; 2) positive affirmations you've received along the way; 3) inspiration that has kept you going.
Here's wishing you all a year of rekindling and inspiration!
Saturday, November 27, 2010
My New Headshots
I'm really pleased with these new headshots, taken by the very kind and generous Ian Brown. The first week I gave them to my agent, I got two auditions and it has been fairly consistent since then. So, here's hoping it's a sign of things to come!
What do you think?
What do you think?
Sunday, October 24, 2010
And so it begins...
I had two auditions last week. Unfortunately, I couldn't make it to one of them becuase it was in Cambridge, over an hours drive by car, but the fact is in one week, I had two auditions and my agent just started to use my new headshots last week. Very promising. Now, I just have to deliver when I get to the auditions...that's on me. But, so far the shots seem to be doing their job and for that I am quite relieved.
The audition I was able to get to was for a commercial that would be shooting in Buenos Aires...how cool is that?! The callbacks are next week and I haven't heard back yet, so I don't think I booked it, but all the same, it feels great to be out there auditioning again!
I'd be lying if I didn't say that I am not exactly looking forward to having to be "audition ready" all the time as it is normal to only get one days notice for an audition. There's a weird sort of pressure that comes with feeling like you have to look good and be "on" on certain days. Also, since I've only been to the gym twice since my vacation, I am a wee bit nervous. But, at the same time, I know myself...it takes me a long time to get back into a routine but once I do I stick to it because I've gotten back into it in my own time.
Well, please do wish me luck folks as I head back into the world of a professional auditioner! Here's hoping I book a few jobs while I'm at it! Alright, a lot of jobs...just putting it out there!
I look forward to sharing my new headshots soon, so stay posted. I'd love to hear what you think.
Have a great week!
The audition I was able to get to was for a commercial that would be shooting in Buenos Aires...how cool is that?! The callbacks are next week and I haven't heard back yet, so I don't think I booked it, but all the same, it feels great to be out there auditioning again!
I'd be lying if I didn't say that I am not exactly looking forward to having to be "audition ready" all the time as it is normal to only get one days notice for an audition. There's a weird sort of pressure that comes with feeling like you have to look good and be "on" on certain days. Also, since I've only been to the gym twice since my vacation, I am a wee bit nervous. But, at the same time, I know myself...it takes me a long time to get back into a routine but once I do I stick to it because I've gotten back into it in my own time.
Well, please do wish me luck folks as I head back into the world of a professional auditioner! Here's hoping I book a few jobs while I'm at it! Alright, a lot of jobs...just putting it out there!
I look forward to sharing my new headshots soon, so stay posted. I'd love to hear what you think.
Have a great week!
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Rest & Relaxation
Just in time to help me gear up for what I'm hoping will be a very busy time (what with all the auditioning I'm going to be doing AND booking jobs of course! Huh, how do you like that positive thinking!) I was able to go on vacation to Jamaica for some good R&R! Sure we weathered a Tropical Storm while we were there, but nothing a little Red Stripe and my new favourite cocktail...Creme de Cocoa and milk on ice ...couldn't help us cope with!
Here are some pics I thought I'd share with you:
Here are some pics I thought I'd share with you:
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