Veterans of the stage, screen and TV (check out their mile-long IMDB profiles!), Alan and Paul offer classes in scene study, on-camera technique, emotional exercise, private coaching and more, all designed to get you out of your head, living in the moment, and working!

By fusing emotional exercises with fundamental acting techniques, Alan and Paul focus on the actor as a whole, teaching students to truthfully connect to any material they may encounter.

Their students have gone on to become series regulars (Rex Lee of Entourage and Kyle Bornheimer of Worst Week), have guest starred on Criminal Minds, and landed roles in films like Napoleon Dynamite, Crank and Leatherheads. In addition, they come highly recommended by Richard Donner, director of the Lethal Weapon films!

If you’re ready to take your passion and make it your profession, check out their site!

Act Now clients receive a 15% class discount through April 15th, 2010.

services: Relentless Filmworks

Posted on mar 1, 2010 by david | correct this article

Relentless Filmworks is a company dedicated to creating an original demo reel for the actor that gives you an edge in the industry. Through a highly collaborative process starting with a free consultation, we customize scenes designed to make you shine. Tired of waiting for your footage? Don't like your footage because the production value is lacking? At Relentless Filmworks, we provide a one stop shop where you are the star. We write the script, cast it for you, produce the scenes with top notch camera and sound equipment, and edit a reel that will get the attention you want and need. Most importantly, you shoot in a comfortable, relaxed, and creative evironment that allows you to do your best work as an actor. For the month of March, Relentless Filmworks is offering a 10% discount exclusively for Act Now members. Feel free to visit our website or give us a call.

Relentless Filmworks LLC
http://www.relentlessfilmworks.com
info@relentlessfilmworks.com
323-786-6772
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services: Kaizen Imagery

Posted on Oct 28, 2009 by david | correct this article

"...Having been in the business for almost 9 years I have had hundreds of headshots taken....and none compare to the quality of Kaizen. Not only is the quality great but I got what I WANT." -Ally Maki

"...they were focused on every detail from the look of my clothes, to how each strand of hair was laying on my shoulders, to my posture, and so on. And on top of the good results, they were fun, personable and professional." -Alexandra Pursglove

"When you are ready to honestly start having a career and become competitive in this field, the staff at Kaizen will take you by the hand and lead you there." -Karnell Matthews

Our mission for each of our clients at Kaizen Imagery is to create headshots that get auditions. As photographers and working actors, we're experienced professionals well versed in shooting actors' headshots, not just pretty pictures. We do this by accurately capturing who you are physically and emotionally. Our process is simple: we worry about the details and you relax and do you. We're meticulous, direct and 100% focused on you. Check out more of our reviews on Yelp.com and see our gallery at KaizenImagery.com. Book any headshot session from February 2010 through April 2010 and receive one image retouched for free. Enter promo code "ACTNOW" at booking...read more...


services: Padded Envelopes

Posted on Oct 28, 2009 by david | correct this article

Padded Envelopes is a marketing firm for actors. We strive to help actors achieve their career goals by finding the right representation for them and by increasing their exposure to casting directors and producers.  Here's how we work: Each month we work with you to comprise a "target list" of agents, managers, casting directors and producers you want to meet with.

Then we send 100 of your headshots to your target list via messenger service (no more unopened snail mail!).  We understand that this business changes frequently and we happily take daily requests for submissions as well.  Our goal is to get you the meetings and industry exposure you desire in the most effective, time-efficient, and inexpensive way possible. ...read more...


classes: Sam Christensen Studios

Posted on sep 15, 2009 by david | correct this article

Sam Christensen Studios specializes in product and image definition for the actor. By using practical marketing techniques and personal branding tools, Sam Christensen helps the actor build a cohesive strategy, a powerful castability and a signature performance and audition style that separates the individual actor from the competition. There are no gimmicks- just practical, proven methods that GET YOU NOTICED and REMEMBERED.

In the Image workshop you will learn: - How do others see me? - What makes me unique? - How do I use my uniqueness to successfully market myself in Our Industry? in the Industry?

Sam also offers an acclaimed acting class for actors wanting to add their defined Image to their performance style. ...read more...


photographer: The Image Room

Posted on may 25, 2009 by david | correct this article

The Image Room is the most affordable high quality headshot studio in the Hollywood area. All work is done in our state of the art studio in Sherman Oaks and we offer speedy service and flexible hours for your convenience including weekends.

Our basic package includes 100 images shot with unlimited changes within a 2-2 ½ hour period. After you choose your 2 finals shots on our secure proofing site, they are retouched and the upon your approval, two 8x10’s along with a disc with all the images and a disc with the final choices are delivered to you. ....The cost is $135.00 plus tax. No hidden costs.

Check our website, then give us a call and we’ll answer any questions you might have... ...read more...


photographer: clickwest photography

Posted on Jan 21, 2009 by david | correct this article

What makes Click West the perfect choice for professional Actors and the perfect choice you? You, the Actor, are in the business of selling your image and the first and most important step in your image building is a great head shot. But, because you are always growing and changing, it is important that the image you are building grows and changes with you. This can get expensive... fast! That's why it's important to find a great photographer at a reasonable price. If you're an actor in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, or New York, Click West is just that! Click West captures tons of amazing images for one incredibly low price and you get the shots the same day! Because the days of overproduced, glamerous head shots are over, it is vital that you build an image that is an good representation of who you really are. Agents and Casting Directors want the person in the head shot to be the same person that walks through the door. Give them what they want. Give them an awesome headshot that represents the true you.read more...