How to Get Started as an Actor in the PNW
If you’re starting your acting journey in the Pacific Northwest, you’re in a great place—as long as you understand what the PNW is (and isn’t).…
Read Before You Sign: What Every Actor Should Know About Talent Agency & Management Contracts
Signing with a talent agent or manager is an exciting step in an actor’s career, but before you put pen to paper, it’s crucial to…
Where to Find Auditions in Seattle
First Things First Before you start searching for auditions, take a moment to check in with yourself. Do you have the skills, materials, and confidence…
Breathe Like an Actor: The Power of Deep Breathing for Performance
If you’re an actor, learning to breathe properly is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. Breath control isn’t just about sustaining long…
Good Acting vs. Bad Acting
Acting, at its core, is about truth. Whether on stage or screen, the goal is to create a believable character and an emotionally engaging performance.…
What is a “Character Actor?”
When people talk about an actor as a “character actor,” they’re usually referring to someone who has a distinct style of performance, often specializing in…
The Art of the Slate: Matching the Energy to the Role
The Art of the Slate: Matching Your Energy to the Role For actors, the on-camera slate is an essential part of the audition process. Whether…
Self-Taping in “Vertical Mode” – Yes, it’s Okay… In one particular case
The Self-Taping Dilemma: When Vertical Video is (Sometimes) Acceptable For years, actors have been told never to film their self-tapes with their smartphone in vertical…