Write what you know?
If you've studied writing at all, you've probably heard the adage, "Write what you know." It's wisdom passed from the greats and it's undoubtedly good advice. Until it isn't.
When I was getting my master's in
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Owning your "type"
In Targeting your type, we looked at ways to figure out how the industry sees you – your "type." In Typecasting, we got into the pros & cons of typecasting, as well as whether and how to make changes in the way you're perceived. The bottom line
Mardi Gras traditions
Mardi Gras is a day. Carnival is a season – and it starts every year on January 6th – Twelfth Night. Festivities kick off with the first parade of the season celebrating Carnival and Joan of Arc's birthday. Though most people are aware of our parades, few realize they go
The power of working backward
People say, "Hindsight is 20/20," meaning that even the most confusing moments and choices look perfectly clear once you've gotten through to the other side. I have excellent news - writers have the gift of hindsight! Writers know when someone is making a choice that will
New Orleans Holiday Parade!
The Children’s Hospital Holiday Parade is the only New Orleans procession with giant Macy’s-parade-type balloons that float through the French Quarter and downtown New Orleans. The parade also features holiday-themed floats, marching bands, dance groups, and, of course – Santa! Originally meant to roll on a
Independent filming on the rise?
In my last posting, I promised a discussion of owning your type and embracing your niche. More on that in the next newsletter!
After not working for almost 2 years (a first for me in a 30+ year career), I have been acting in movie after movie. It started in
Losing my muse
For some of us, a particular person becomes our "muse" somewhere along our journey. Uma Thurman famously inspired and co-created The Bride in Kill Bill with Quentin Tarantino. Givenchy designed with Audrey Hepburn's playful elegance in mind. For me, it's been my best