In today’s social media savvy world there’s stuff every artist should know about branding. Contrary to what others may say, not every artists needs to act like they’re some media mogul but a social media presence is a must. When it comes to branding oneself as an artist, there’s a balance between someone who is […]
Screenwriters are often so concerned by the plot and scene construction elements of the script they’re writing that they often neglect to fully breathe life into their characters. Character should dictate plot, not the other way around. Listed below are five little touches that can help you create more well-rounded, realistic characters. Vocal Proclivities One […]
In today’s media landscape, opportunities can come from being someone with a wide-reaching social media following, so, if you want to get known to fellow creatives and pros, you simply must get active and build a presence for yourself, period. Mind you, for artists, special rules apply. Here are a few. Authenticity Is Key Want to cultivate […]
Although there are bigger festivals and ones that attract bigger pockets, The Sundance Film Festival is one most cinephiles make sure to keep on their radars. The 2017 festival, located in Park City, Utah has a total or 113 feature-length films, from 32 countries and includes 37 first-time filmmakers.. Among the many films are those […]
2016 saw a lot of amazing film, music, and television being made. From the continued dominance of streaming services to Chinese-backed films shooting in America, to the indie film circuit producing numerous critically acclaimed films, 2016 has been a year full of upending entrenched systems and meeting consumer demands in new ways. By the looks […]
2017 looks to be a big year for the film medium. Yes, big movies like Justice League, Transformers, and Star Wars: Episode VIII are coming out, but they don’t need any of our attention. Those films will make loads of money. There’s a whole machine behind them, propelling them forward. We’re going to focus on […]
What’s Your Niche? We live in a strange time. In today’s world making money off of YouTube is possible. All you need to do is find your niche and your fan base. Are you a soccer obsessed crochet wizard? How many others are there out there? How about Pokemon loving fashionistas? Or, how about gothic […]
Buying presents for everyone can leave you tired, frustrated, and broke. The best holiday gift ideas often don’t come from fancy boutiques or expensive department stores but from your imagination. Use your unique talent to make presents that will be cherished by your loved ones. You can find new and exciting ways to brighten their […]
When you sit down to write a pilot you the first thing most people think about is genre. However, when thinking about a show, the idea you’re making, regardless of genre, should have a serialized component. A good TV series idea takes the “serial” aspect of series seriously. If you’re making a show about a […]
In case you’ve been living in a subterranean condo under a rock you know that there’s a golden age of TV happening right now. There’s an overabundance of amazing television shows, nay, a veritable cornucopia of plenty right beneath your nose and you should really be watching it. No matter what you’re into, there’s something […]
