Anthony Donnelly's Lounge Discussions

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I always prefer to find someone who will give me a CD with all the shots rather than pay for the final ONE shot. Finding someone that is good at directing you on camera is also super important. I've taken pictures with people who gave me little-no direction and then when I looked at the shots it was obvious I needed some minor tweaks in my body to look more natural. SOO many people are offering "headshots" in L.A. now but rather than go to someone that might save me money, I always go to someone I know always gives a great product!

So very true, Nicole! I feel very fortunate that I found Vanessa Champion earlier this year for my headshots. Not only did she put me completely at easy (which I think is important to being natural) but she also interacted a lot, giving feedback on looks and poses. I also got about 130 photos out of the shoot and haven't needed to touch up any of them. All in all a thoroughly awesome experience!

So interesting! They are still using B&W headshots in the UK??

Anthony, I would also post this under 'promotion'.

Thanks for the tip, Elizabeth.

The way you interpret the character and the director interprets the character may be very different and it is a good idea to be flexible enough to get into the character on the spot and be able to changer nuances if needed. Part of a good acting skill (from my PoV) is how fast you can get in and out of character.

As someone that has done casting, I suggest you come in as yourself. If you can show that you're able to go right into the character and then go right back to yourself, it does help.

Hi everyone, Thank you all so much for the suggestions. I have taken into consideration all of them when I'm at my auditions and I have to say that I feel much more confident when I'm there. I appreciate everyone's response to my question!!!

You must be yourself, how else do you show them you can act? Good directors want to know what you're all about before you go into character. In fact, good directors will give you direction in the audition just to see if you can take direction and adapt your character. They don't want be stuck with an actor who can't adapt.

Exactly Gary, that's what I was going for with my comment. I've set through rigorous auditions, watching and waiting. The biggest mistake that most make is "they come in as the character they've conceived." "When in fact most directors may have a completely different vision of the character." Come in as yourself and "take direction."

I agree, Chris. Great stuff! Appreciate you lending him your support!

just voted for you! :)

I hope my vote wasn't cast too late! A superb and endearing short. Well done!

How'd it go with this ?

I should have seen this sooner, the voting was closed. I definitely would have voted. Hope it's doing well!