How Did I Achieve My Greatest Success in the Entertainment Industry? (Third post in a Series)

Introduction My blog has been documenting my passion for the entertainment industry and my participation in it.  I have come a long way since I started my journey in 2009.  This series of posts documents how I achieved what I call my “greatest success” (among various accomplishments). There are many articles around about how to … More How Did I Achieve My Greatest Success in the Entertainment Industry? (Third post in a Series)

Support our #wanderers: Johanna Mateo and Toni Tantlinger (Updated)

Introduction Recently, my friends and colleagues Johanna Mateo and Toni Tantlinger, the founders of Move the World Productions, made an important decision. They are now acting on that decision. Travel with us as we catch up with Toni and Johanna. Q&A I sent Johanna and Toni a list of questions and they responded on April … More Support our #wanderers: Johanna Mateo and Toni Tantlinger (Updated)

How Did I Achieve My Greatest Success in the Entertainment Industry? (Second post in a Series)

Introduction My blog has been documenting my passion for the entertainment industry and my participation in it.  I have come a long way since I started my journey in 2009.  This series of posts documents how I achieved what I call my “greatest success” (among various accomplishments). There are many articles around about how to … More How Did I Achieve My Greatest Success in the Entertainment Industry? (Second post in a Series)

Alan’s News Brief, April 7, 2017 (Updated)

Here are some recent happenings about projects with which I am associated, and news about my connections. Boxed Out Productions’ “Mars & Venus: Operation Equilibrium” selected to be in The People’s Film Festival. Okema T. Moore and Katie Mack are the driving forces behind Boxed Out Productions.  I am a funder of this film. Danielle … More Alan’s News Brief, April 7, 2017 (Updated)

UPDATE: How Did I Achieve My Greatest Success in the Entertainment Industry? (First post in a Series)

Introduction My blog has been documenting my passion for the entertainment industry and my participation in it.  I have come a long way since I started my journey in 2009.  This series of posts documents how I achieved what I call my “greatest success” (among various accomplishments). There are many articles around about how to … More UPDATE: How Did I Achieve My Greatest Success in the Entertainment Industry? (First post in a Series)

The Rise of #DeafTalent | The Huffington Post

  The linked-to article in this post original appeared in The Huffington Post website, The Rise of #DeafTalent, by Lydia Callis, Contributor. I always focus on diversity. The linked-to article is about the rise of deaf and hard-of-hearing talent in the entertainment industry. I was pleased to see that one of the featured creatives in this … More The Rise of #DeafTalent | The Huffington Post

Support our #filmmakers: Sneak Peek from Danielle Earle’s Upcoming Film “The Haunted Mind of an Insomniac” | IndieActivity

The linked-to article in my post originally appeared in the IndieActivity  website,  Sneak Peek from Danielle Earle’s Upcoming Film “The Haunted Mind of an Insomniac”. I have written about filmmaker Danielle Earle many times on my blog. I am Associate Producer on all of her projects. I am excited that her film “The Haunted Mind … More Support our #filmmakers: Sneak Peek from Danielle Earle’s Upcoming Film “The Haunted Mind of an Insomniac” | IndieActivity

Support our #actors and #comedians: Meet Frank James (Updated)

Introduction Frank James is an actor and stand up comedian who addresses me as his “one and only fan”. So not true. I met him when I was on set in an episode of the webseries “B-City” by Jolie East-Miji. He portrayed Principal Gary. Let’s find out more about Frank James. Q&A I sent Frank … More Support our #actors and #comedians: Meet Frank James (Updated)

It Started Out in Animation, Now Used for Visual Effects: All About Rotoscoping

I have heard of rotoscoping. I thought it was just a technique used to assist in animation on cartoons early in the 20th century. Turns out the technique is still used, and even in non-animated product. Saw the new film “Beauty and the Beast”, and as always, I diligently read the credits and saw the … More It Started Out in Animation, Now Used for Visual Effects: All About Rotoscoping

How to Choose the Right Social Network for Your Acting Career | Backstage

The linked-to article in my post originally appeared in the Backstage website, How to Choose the Right Social Network for Your Acting Career, by Heidi Dean. An actor’s most important asset is himself or herself. Every audition is a job interview. Social media is a way for an actor to be noticed by influencers and … More How to Choose the Right Social Network for Your Acting Career | Backstage