December 2009
46 posts
Caulfield, Holden →
It’s funny. All you have to do is say something nobody understands and they’ll do practically anything you want them to.
Communication Art: 15 Awesome Posters About Design →
Naturally, those who have the most to say about design are designers themselves. They sleep, eat and breathe design day after day, wrapped up in its principles and developing their own…
Watch This: Skhizein, an Incredible Animated Short... →
I was browsing Reddit this morning when I came across the following description for the short film Skhizein:
After being struck by a 150-ton meteorite, Henry has to adapt to living…
Anyone who has never made a mistake has never... →
Guin, Ursula K. Le →
We are volcanoes. When we women offer our experience as our truth, as human truth, all the maps change. There are new mountains.
Quotations: Volume 1 →
On my grad school blog, I often post quotations that I write down in my notebooks during my classes. Some are funny, some are inspirational, some are…
An Icy Toronto Island Ferry Ride →
Today, over on his Daily Dose of Imagery photoblog, Sam Javanrouh has posted a stunning short HD video depicting the Toronto Island ferry approaching the city center on an icy cold day…
Fear of bad ideas →
A few people are afraid of good ideas, ideas that make a difference or contribute in some way. Good ideas bring change, that’s frightening.
But many people are petrified of bad ideas. Ideas that…
The road to success is always under construction.... →
Aristotle →
No excellent soul is exempt from a mixture of madness.
Fear of bad ideas →
A few people are afraid of good ideas, ideas that make a difference or contribute in some way. Good ideas bring change, that’s frightening.
But many people are petrified of bad ideas. Ideas that…
Paper Artwork - Pablo Lehmann →
I am totally floored by the amazing beauty of Pablo Lehmann’s intricate papercut art pieces:
I mean, seriously – aren’t these incredible? I swear these are…
Alice in Wonderland by Tim Burton Film Trailer →
A new trailer for Alice in Wonderland has hit the net, featuring even more scenes from the highly anticipated film by prolific director Tim Burton. The film is due to theaters in March of…
Painted Alive: Boldly Brilliant Body Paintings →
Craig Tracy is dedicated to creating surreal moments in time. Without the use of digital manipulation or photographic tricks, he creates dazzling body painting compositions that have…
The most expensive cupcake in the world →
photo by imagesofvegas.com
Holy crap. I just had to share this with you:
“What makes a cupcake worth $750? How about 100 year-old Louis XIII de Remy Martin Cognac, Palmira Single…
Sandburg, Carl →
One of the greatest necessities in America is to discover creative solitude.
Michelangelo →
Genius is eternal patience.
Yoda →
Try not. Do, or do not. There is no try.
Actors Roundtable: 6 Great actors talk about... →
These 3 videos are worth your time to watch. Colin Firth, Morgan Freeman, Christoph Waltz, Peter Sarsgaard, Nicholas Cage and Stanley Tucci talking acting.
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Auditioning | One Way to Get Better | What You can... →
Non-actors might be surprised to learn that even established “name” actors need to audition.
Below is Hugh Laurie auditioning for the lead on “House MD.” He’s doing what’s called a “reading,”…
Proverb, Swedish →
Fear less, hope more; eat less, chew more; whine less breathe more; talk less, say more; hate less, love more; and all good things are yours.
Vintage James Dean Acting Audition →
WatchCasting Director, Candice Elzinga: How To Make A Good Impression
I wanted to change the world. But I have found... →
Cliff Osmond on Acting
Cliff Osmond on Acting is a blog dedicated to asking and answering all sorts of questions about acting and the business of acting. Cliff welcomes your questions! E-mail Cliff at cliff@cliffosmond.com. Check out Cliff’s website at http://www.cliffosmond.com
Friday, December 11, 2009
ON ACTING: Importance —> Intensity —> Excitement
The intensity or excitement of a...
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Kitteh Enters Dramaticly.
iz just practicin 4 teh play.
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He Said →
“I’m a good director’s actor. I want to serve them. I don’t go in there with my own agenda. I want to find out what they’re after and deliver.” - Clive Owen
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If Acting was an easy career…. →
Great quote from the President of the United States, Barrack Obama;
Making your mark on the world is hard. If it were easy, everybody would do it. But it’s not. It takes patience, it…
Confidence | The Confident Actor →
Over the past 5 years, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some successful actors, i.e., their “day job” is acting, either full or part time. In most all cases, the common factor has been confidence,…
An Actor’s Ego →
“Give up all bad qualities in you, banish the ego and develop the spirit of surrender. You will then experience Bliss.” ~Sri Sathya Sai Baba
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Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run... →
WatchThe world of discovery and distribution is changing by the moment. DIY and hybrid distribution is becoming the A option for many filmmakers. But how do you find the strategy that’s going to work best for you? How do you reach and engage audiences while achieving a degree of sustainability? Join Jon Reiss, award winning filmmaker and DIY distribution expert as he shares stories from the frontlines,...
Thomas J. Watson →
“Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose your ideas to the dangers of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label of ‘crackpot’ than the stigma of conformity. And on…
WatchDIY Days on personal brands
Another great video from Lance Weiler’s DIY Days event, this time with folks talking about building personal brands and connections with the audience as part of an online marketing strategy.