Friday, January 28, 2011

Advice for a part-time model

Advice for a part-time model?
Hi, I'm 19, a sophomore art/photography major in college, and putting myself through school with loans and some modeling gigs on the side. I've surprised myself with how mI've managed to act/comport myself so professionally at such a young age and its really boosted my confidence. But I am currently scheduled to do my first nude shoot. It is with a local artistic photographer whose work I know well enough that I DO trust that the shoot will be artistic/tasteful, that the images wont be sold except in his art gallery, etc etc. But I'm still scared out of my wits. I know posing for artistic nudes comes with the job description, and I know need to grow up and get used to being a model--which isn't always nothing but glamerous/fun shoots (just as a nurse can't choose not to change bedpans, models have to, well, model haha). But that doesn't make me any less freaked out. No guys have ever really seen me naked. Heck I've gotten freaked out just with having to change and be fitted for dresses in big ol busy rooms for fashion shoots etc.....so posing solo in the buff has me scared crapless. I know it isn't professional to back out on a gig last minute, and I know that gigs like this come with the territory, and I know I can trust this photographer.....so it isn't any of that. I just am scared. And want advice and perspective.
Singles & Dating - 4 Answers
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Singles and Dating?
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Its normal to be nervous. My opinion is you have to realize what you will think about it years down the road. If you want a family, what your kids may think and even your family and parents think now. Being in college arises a choice, I know a few models who are teachers and had to cancel their shoots because of their job. Something to think about. Your body will be out there and you have to realize this day and age with internet any job you go to get will probably have access to it.
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If you seriously want advice and perspective, then you should have posted this in arts and humanties section, not trolling around for attention in the singles and dating thing. Ps. From someone who worked in that field, I would make sure you get the above in writing in the form of a contract. You should already know that by now, if you are a legitimate model...
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I would suggest bringing a friend so that you are not alone with the guy. Even if you do trust him, you just never know and having someone along with you even if you feel its not needed will still boost your confidence.




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Friday, January 14, 2011

Do I have social anxiety disorder, or am I just shy

Do I have social anxiety disorder, or am I just shy?
I know it all depends on severity, and mine isn't THAT bad, but I still feel like I'm waaaay more shy than I should be. It all started when I did volunteer work at some hospital... before that, I was kind of quiet, but at the hospital I was terrified. I tried to avoid talking or even having eye contact with patients. I would start shaking or stuttering every time I had to talk to a nurse or a secretary, and at lunch I tried to pick the empty table as far away as possible from anybody. Even though I worked for eight weeks, every day felt like my first day. I thought I would get used to being around new people, but it just stayed the same situation until I left. After that I started high school, and it continued there, even though this is the same school I've gone to my whole life and half the people in my grade I've known since elementary school. I suddenly felt like I couldn't handle having a conversation with anybody I didn't know very well, and even the people I knew well but didn't talk to often. Whenever somebody tried to say hi to me I would freak out, mutter some kind of response, and try to get away as quickly as possible. I feel completely fine when one of my friends is in the room (I only have four 'friends', two of them are close friends, and I only completely trust one of them). But as soon as they leave I just kind of go silent and wish I was somewhere else. I think it's getting worse, too. I won't pick up my phone unless I know whoever's calling very well. I absolutely hate ordering food at restaurants, and I don't go to parties unless at least two of my friends will be there. In my Spanish class we have to get three signatures from our peers who have tested us on the vocab, but instead of asking people to test me I usually just forge it. I'm always scared that my Spanish teacher will find out that, too... and in Band I absolutely cannot play a solo because I feel so self-conscious and whatnot. A couple of weeks ago I really wanted to be in the school play but I couldn't even force myself to go to the audition, because I was so scared of the other people trying out being there... I always feel like I can't go anywhere without people looking at me or talking about me, and I'm always scared of saying something stupid or rude. I even get nervous when I'm posting something online.. like, if I've posted a comment or some art or something, and nobody comments on it, I feel like nobody cares about what I have to say or I said something wrong. It's kind of freaking me out. I'm afraid to tell my parents, because they'll probably just tell me I'm shy or it's just a stage... is it really a social disorder? Or at least, enough of a social disorder that I can use it as an excuse not to talk when people ask why I'm so quiet?
Mental Health - 2 Answers
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Go to: http://ecouch.anu.edu.au/welcome Select "social anxiety" for free Cognitive Behavio(u)ral Therapy. An exercise which may help you is called "Act as If." When you are in a social situation, act as if you are outgoing. Talk more; smile at people, ask questions, speak in a normal or excited tone, not a meek tone. Watch some of your more outgoing peers, and imitate the style of their social behavior. (PRETEND that you are an ACTOR, PLAYING a PART). Research shows that when you "act as if" continually, your image of yourself begins to conform to your new behavior. In this case, you will gain self-confidence, and begin to see yourself as socially normal, not shy. You will become more socially successful, and this will motivate you to continue your new social behavior until it becomes a habit. A form of therapy is to go somewhere that nobody knows you, and deliberately make an utter fool of yourself: put on a paper hat, and yell out: "I'm queen/king of America!", or something else ridiculous, (make up your own - have some fun, safely) then get back in the taxi, (warn the driver of your intentions, first) or car, and leave. People will point, and say: "Look at that idiot". Or, possibly in the company of a friend, or family member, on a different train, or bus route to your regular one, call out the names, or numbers of all the stops. It will teach you that, although it isn't actually pleasant, (EXPECT MODERATE DISCOMFORT or EMBARRASSMENT) you will survive; be stronger for the experience, and the next time (should you need to repeat this type of therapy) will be considerably easier. Remember: "A fear avoided is a fear strengthened; a fear faced is a fear reduced." Regard it as your final test: once you have accomplished it, the barrier will be broken; just don't go too far, the other way! Learn to laugh at yourself, and give a big, cheesy grin when others see you do something foolish, as we all do, occasionally. It is endearing, if you don't do it too often. Use positive affirmations: for example: "I am very likable and other people feel comfortable around me". Write down all of your self limiting beliefs; then write down, or print, in large type/capitalisation, the positive counter of them, (exact opposite) and repeat them and imprint them into your mind. Put it in a prominent position, where you will see it regularly. Most importantly: Force yourself to approach somebody and initiate some sort of communication. Start out small by asking the time, or directions and gradually go bigger. Although there are anti-anxiety medications (anxiolytics) available, these come with risks, and the possibility of side effects, habituation, even addiction, and withdrawal problems, and are unsuitable for young people. Try having a cup of "Tension Tamer", (from supermarket tea, or health food aisles) or make some at home, and cool, then bottle, and drink as needed. C(h)amomile tea tastes better. As with all herbal/green teas, use lemon/lime, and/or a little sweetener (NOT ARTIFICIAL!!!) but no cream, or milk. Xylitol, or Stevia is preferable, from health food stores. Valerian has also been recommended, but some people experience valerian "hangovers". Ensure you know how you react to it, before doing something potentially dangerous, like going out on the roads. The idea is to use the above products like water wings, to provide initial, short term support, while you become proficient in those techniques. Use a relaxation method daily, like http://www.drcoxconsulting.com/managing-stress.html or http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/mindbody/a/Meditation.htm or www.wikihow.com Meditate or Tai Chi, Qi Gong, or yoga. Give the EFT a good tryout, to see if it helps you. It is free via the searchbar at http://www.mercola.com "EFT" & "EFT therapists" or www.tapping.com (13 free videos). Professional is best. There is a version for use in public places, (if you want to, you can claim to have a headache, as you massage/lightly tap your temples, but you would then be restricted to subvocalising: saying it to yourself in your mind: "Even though I suffer from social anxiety, I deeply and completely accept myself."
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I'm kind of going threw the same thing, except i've been this way my whole life. I can't get a job because i'm so freaked out by the socializing aspect that now my mom is losing our house. What i've been trying to do is think about it rationally. Jump into conversations you usually wouldn't have even if it seems super horrible at the time. You'll probably end up thanking yourself when you finally get over it. I've been doing this and i'm actually making alot more friends and i can talk to authority figures easier then i ever have been able to before. So just jump in, even if it seems hard. If that doesn't help then you could try telling your parents. My mom is totally aware of it because once it got so severe that i missed so much school that i failed a course. Then you could go see a counseller. But first try to self-councell urself. Also sometimes it's a self concious thing. If you see yourself as ugly or something, try dressing in clothes and make up that make u feel beautiful. (im just guessing that your a girl) It could also just be stress and insecurity thats driving you away from socializing. But it's okay, because your not alone. I'm still just as quiet and shy as you, even after self counselling and help from my family. Good luck, :)




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Friday, January 7, 2011

The Hunger Games: Should I try to audition for Katniss in the movie? What are her qualities

The Hunger Games: Should I try to audition for Katniss in the movie? What are her qualities?
Katniss is the only character I've felt such a strong connection with. I think she would be my dream role. Before I read THG, my friend came up to me and said "you look like Katniss!" After I read the book, I got my mom to read it, and she kept on pointing out that the reactions/personality Katniss has, are like mine. I've either said/done the exact same things or had similar problems. I am currently 14 years old, but no one ever mistakes me for being younger. They think because I am so "mature", I am 15-23+. Even random strangers/high-schoolers think I am at least 16. By the time this movie is filmed, I should be at least 15. I'm 5'5, 125 lb, I have olive-toned skin, grey/hazel eyes, long dark hair. People never guess my ethnicity because I'm mixed. I'm part Asian, but people have guessed Native American/Indian. This senior at school called me "Pocahontas" when I had my hair braided and was wearing a dress/UGG boots. People think I'm really "intense" when they first meet me. I care about my family (I am protective of my little sister) but I don't always show it through my emotions. My mom is a nurse -she likes natural organic/herbal medicines and foods. My hobbies/interests are mainly singing, but I've been dabbling in theatre/film/acting. Theatre is sometimes harder, because I sometimes refuse to put on a show for people. If that makes any sense. I can do it, and I enjoy it. I feel like Katniss in that respect. As a freshman I was in a musical where I was a girl, Hunter, Cadet.. I could show what really goes on inside Katniss's head, and not just what the Capital shows. I do like pretty dresses (who doesn't) but I'm not a tomboy or girly-girl. I can't be sexy, and I couldn't handle people being "fake", so I often sat by myself during middle school. I can be fierce, and I have a sarcastic sense of humor. *I write music, play guitar/piano, make jewelry, do gymnastics, archery, fishing, paint/draw, swimming, camping, rock-climbing, gardening/planting flowers...I love the woods and nature, but I have nothing against hunting. When I was younger, I'd always hang out with guy friends and play survival games/climb trees in our forest :) --------(more)-------- *Sorry about this being so long. (oops!) I don't have an agent, and I don't live in LA (I live in the Northwest). I have close friends/family in Southern California who have said I could live with them, although my dad has been thinking about moving back down there. My dad's old friend/roommate is a producer who has made movies with Christina Ricci, Liam Neeson, Justin Long, and others. He tends to make more graphic "R" movies, but he likes comedy. --- I know it's easy to relate to a character when it's from their POV. I'd never really wanted a solo in choir before, but there was this one song I really connected with, and I ended up getting the part. I feel the same way about this. *WHAT CAN I DO TO PREPARE FOR A ROLE LIKE THIS AND IMPROVE MY CHANCES? I really wish I could meet Suzanne Collins. There are several questions I want to ask her.
Books & Authors - 4 Answers
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You have to have some experience in acting and 'be' the character. Get rereading the books until you can actually feel like you are the character. You won't have a very good chance without an agent, but it's a start. (people tell me i look like Katniss too! Then they try to match me up with people in class that look like Peeta or Gale)
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This should be in Theatre and Acting but i'll answer this anyways because I know a lot about this sort of stuff :) First of all, they aren't casting (yet. they maybe will later.) And even just in the Theatre and Acting section, i've seen tons of people that say they are perfect for that part. A lot of people think that and voiced their opinions, and probably even more people feel that way and just didn't voice their opinions. To become an actress, you need minimal experience. For example, become a familiar in your local theatre productions. If the city is big enough, try out for casting calls for commercials and tv shows locally. If you have experience, they are more likely to pick you. Just because you feel that you look like Katniss and act like her doesn't mean everyone thinks that. Look at Johnny Depp. In Alice In Wonderland, he went from having dark skin to being pasty white. It doesn't matter that people "say you are "Pocahontas" because that wouldn't totally matter. And it doesn't matter that you fee like Suzanne Collins based her character off of you, because its acting. I could be the most outgoing spoiled kid out there, and play a shy girl at school. Doesn't matter. Get some experience under your belt. As much as you can. Get a good reputation. In the meantime, look online to try to find the casting calls. good luck. -Kristin
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welll why dont you try finding the svript but if not pick up the book and try rehearsing so you can get the part! and make sure your parents will let you audition and get the details of the audition of when it is and where it is and how you will get there what you will wear and how long you need to stay good luck! รข™¥ ~~~Ruthie Camden~~~
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woa thats creepy :) and you have a little sister and you like archery? it sounded like you were describing katniss! and you look just like her ( from the description, i dont know what you actually look like, obviously). and what are you? asian/ what? just curious lol really doesnt matter. but i know nothing about acting, unfortunately, and im sorry i got no info for you SADLY :((((( but i clicked on the question cuz i love suzanne collins and would love to meet her, like lOVE to meet her ( who doesnt??? ) and i love her books!!!! and also, i dont think you add a T in THG i think you just say HG. not sure, i thought the "the" never accounts for anything, but again, im not an english teacher :)))) wouldnt really want to be. andd since i dont have any info to give you ( grr i feel so guilty (: ) i could only wish you real real real good luckkk!!!!! that would be so cool if you got the part!!! like you would be a celeberity and everything, every teens dream :))))) well, anyway, good luck agaaaaiiiiiin and tell me WHEN you get the part, cuz im sure youll get it lol. really. well, i dont really know since, again, i have no experience, but again, who else could have such similarities to her character?? and i want to ask suzanne collins many things too. many, namy, thing. i mean, many. well, sorry. for like, typing a bunch of useless stuff but i wish you goo dluick! good luck! lol ahahahha :)))))))


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Saturday, January 1, 2011

If I wrote a fiction novel with you as a character, how would you customize your character

If I wrote a fiction novel with you as a character, how would you customize your character?
Character type. (Choose as many as you like.) []Warrior. []Police officer. []Private Investigator. []Vice Squad. []Homicide. []Technician. []Computer expert. []Military type. []Naval Type. []Mafia Type. []F.B.I Agent type. []Priest. []Nun. []Rabbi. []Monk. []Other such religious person (Please state -----------) []Doctor. []Nurse. []Actor. []Burglar. []Superhero type. []Journalist. []Reporter. []Prostitute. []Stripper. []Hustler. []Undercover Agent. []Rock star. []Metal Star. []Rap Star. []Solo Artist. []Other type of music sensation (Please state -----------) []Roadie. []Artist (Fine arts, sculpture, Paiter etc...) []Mercenary. []Hitman/woman for hire. []D.J. []V.J. []Con Artist. []Vigilante. []T.V Host. []Teacher. []Professor. []Vampire. []Werewolf. []Other character type I haven't mentioned. (Please state ------------) In regard to your chosen character type above would you be... (Tick as many as you like.) []Disciplined. []Anti hero. []Heroic. []Naughty. []Sexy. []Flirty. []Seductive. []Arrogant. []Egotistical. []Noble. []Prestigious. []Cowardly. []A real scaredey cat. []A real pig. []Sleaze. []Caring. []Comedic. []Humourous. []Vivacious. []Alert. []Vigilant. []Paranoid. []Insane. []Sinister. []Nasty. []Majestic. []Powerful. []Strong. []Weak. []Brash. []Rough. []Cool. []Sensual. []Likable. []Popular. []Unpopular. []Gorgeous. []Ugly. []Smelly. []Devious. []Evil. []Good. []Mysterious. []Glamourous. []Graceful. []Lazy. []Others I haven't mentioned. Special skills. (Choose as many as you'd like.) []Computer Skills. []Electronics. []Piloting skills. []Shooting. []Swordplay. []Languages. []Martial Arts. []Explosives. []Disguise. []Survival Skills. []Code Breaking. []Orienteering. []Making Traps. []Covert operations. []Business Skills. []Mountain Climbing. []Lock Picking. []Seduction. []Impersonation. []Driving. []Photography. []Diplomacy. []Forensics. []Dance. []Music. []Sport. []Scholar. []Modeling. []Scuba Diving. []Kite Flying. []Inventing. []Hypnosis. []Others I haven't mentioned. (Please State. ----------------) Favoured weapons. (Tick as many as you'd like.) []No Combat Skills. []Unarmed combat. []Does not use weapons. []Rifles. []Pistols. []Machine Pistols. []Shotguns. []Swords. []Short Swords. []Daggers. []Knives. []Throwing knives []Shuriken (Throwing Stars.) []Staff. []Quarter Staffs. []Sai. []Whip. []Spear. []Halberd. []Trident. []Chain. []Axe. []Hatchet. []Bow and Arrows. []Crossbow. []Flame Thrower. []Bazooka. []Grenade launcher. []Dynamite. []Grenades. []Home-made Explosives. []Laser guns. []Blow Darts. []Lasso. []Fangs. []Claws. []Others I haven't mentioned. [] [] [] [] Describe here a little (or more details) about yourself as a fictional character.)
Polls & Surveys - 4 Answers
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tall dark and handsome, wow you have way to much free time
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A rabbi rock star who is a secret worrior that is sexy strong flirty and humorous that is good and mysterious with explosives that is also suductive with machine pistols bazooka flames thrower laser guns and fangs with a lasso preferably golden! What do you think? haha! Hope I was help! God bless!
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It is ME.
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Are you for real?? I was realy happy to do it it seemed like fun but than I saw how long the list is and I realy dont have all day. Your answerers will write a longggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg essay for you. ok here goes: I would love to be a Warrior, Nurse, Proffesor. My character will be: disciplined, heroic, naughty, seductive, sexy, noble, caring, alert and vigilant, sensual, cool, good, mysterious and graceful. My special skills will include: swordplay Martial arts, disguise, survival skills and orienteering, making traps, mountain climbing, seduction and diplomacy, forensic, dance and music, sport, scholar, hypnosis. Favoured weapons: Unarmed combat, swords, short swords, daggers, knives, Shuriken, Staff, Quarter staff, Sai, Chain, Trident, Halberd, Claws.



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