Author: Simon

I am Simon's boredom.

Essential Acting Books for Aspiring Actors

The content discusses the author's journey through various methods of acting, captured in books. The books range from on-camera manuals by Morris to practical guides by industry veterans like Philip Carlson and Michael Shurtleff to classic techniques from iconic teachers like Sanford Meisner and Stanislavski. They cover aspects like auditioning, character acting, neuroscience behind emotions, business and negotiation aspects of acting, and more.

Streamlining Your Self-Tape Audition Process: Tips, Tricks, and Equipment

The user shares their audition process, involving setting up a self-tape room equipped with Canon EOS Rebel SL3 camera and RØDE microphone on a tripod, lighting arrangement, and iPad as a teleprompter. They prefer preparing for auditions by understanding the character, choosing appropriate attire and hairstyles, and doing a maximum of three takes with an actor friend. Final steps include slating in one go, editing using iMovie on a Mac and diligently rechecking the recorded audition before submission.

Focused Acting Career: Setting Clear Goals for Success in the Film Industry

The author moved to Atlanta to explore acting, initially engaging in networking and trial acting classes. After deciding to pursue this professionally, the writer took headshots, found an agent, and started getting roles. They ended up building a solid acting resume from short films and other projects. Instead of diversifying their efforts, they focused on only acting in TV and movies to advance their career efficiently. They advised others on the importance of having clear goals and tackling these methodically, rather than pursuing various directions.

Update Week 38

Filmed The Portrait Day 2. Short Film.  Cut. Feature Film. Supporting Stuntgirl. Feature film, fight scene.Henchman #2. Supporting. Auditions Impatient Sous Chef Callbacks Roles Booked Back From Sea - short film, pirate, supporting Cut - feature film. supporting, convenience store clerk Other

The Power of Helping Fellow Actors: Building a Supportive Acting Community

The narrator actively assists other actors by offering free access to his audition room, sharing casting calls, providing career advice, and helping with business-related tasks. This approach is rooted in the philosophy of "giving without expectation", believing that good deeds generate good returns indirectly. His support has established a reciprocal network and led to opportunities, including a lead film role.