Dream of Dréa

02/20/2022

Something amazing is happening. A couple of months ago, I posted a video to my YouTube channel that I shot and edited. I didn't give any attention to it...but suddenly I'm receiving messages from YouTube concerning analytics as viewership increases 10K every 5 days! I didn't have this on my goal list for 2022, but examining the monetization plan, it now has my full attention 😉. A pilot I wrote a few years ago for a dramedy series that's meets at the intersection of Christianity + Hoodoo will be brought to the priority list when I become a partner.

One of the metrics used for getting in the partner program is the number of subscribers. I need more. I'll planning to post original content there, so click the link in my bio and Subscribe today! #YouTube #YouTubePartnerProgram

02/05/2022

I love a well organized event and Georgia Thespians Conference @gathespians is one. Made for high school theatre programs, this event is the 3rd largest in the country. My morning workshop of Voice + Face from my book went well, even without technology. I have a couple more to present before my mission is complete. And I was told by one of the attendees that I'm an "A+ human". It was how he said it that was sooo sweet. #Theatre #thescon #themathematicsofacting #Workshop #Voice #Face #Actor #Coach

02/01/2022

I look forward to sowing pearls of wisdom into high school theatre students from across the state of Georgia for the Georgia Thespians Conference this weekend! I love the app being using for the conference. And I'm thankful my name is printed correctly...accent and all! #Theatre #arts #ThesCon #actinglife #actingtips #actingaudition #MathematicsOfActing #actor

01/29/2022

Thankful for the opportunity to share speaking tips with the teens of the Albany, GA Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc.!

01/15/2022

After directing, adjudicating, and being a theatre respondent virtually since 2020, it's time to get back to in person events! I'm excited to work with Georgia Thespians 2022 Conference to present 3 workshops based on my book! I'll present at Columbus State University on February 5, 2022. I look forward to meeting amazing artists!

01/13/2022

A privilege to be a member. #ArtisticDeltas #deltasigmatheta #dst #FoundersDay

01/08/2022

Sidney Poitier on Applying Life Experiences in Acting

A giant has transitioned. He has left a legacy in the Arts and the world is better from his presence. #RIP #SidneyPoitier

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12/31/2021

#Day4 #Day5 #DreamofDrea #Momentsof2021 #ProudOfMyself
I'm going to spend the remainder of 2021 sharing moments that I'm proud of, particularly concerning my work in the arts.

Directing. In 2021, I've directed children's musicals, a feature film, and I received my 1st award in the arts for my excellence in that area. To hear my name called out on a National Platform-a virtual awards ceremony (darn you COVID, I would have been in DC for this-but still, it made me feel like I was walking on air.

Moving forward, please note that my accent is over the é (unlike how the Kennedy Center wrote it), but I'm still overjoyed anyhow!

12/27/2021

Yes, you can reverse engineer from the goals in your mind to creating the necessary action steps that need to be taken to materialize visions! The opportunity to plan 2022 with me is open. #MindYourMindset2022 #DreamofDrea #Vision #Planning #WhatDoYouReallyWant #PlanToSucceed #action

12/22/2021

I've been searching for a different style of a vision board party I could attend, couldn't find the one I was looking for, so I decided to create it. This event is about giving attendees the floor while each person states intentions for 2022 and creating an action plan to make things happen while networking (virtually). As I planned and executed a blueprint for 2021 (that led me to have my billboard advertising my book in Times Square, earning a directing award from the Kennedy Center, and self-funding a feature-length film...that will debut in 2022), I will plan again. But this event ain't for everybody, cause I'll be transparent about what I want to accomplish and the people I want to be in proximity to. Moreover, I want to know what you want to do, so that if I can help you, or if I know someone who can help you, I will offer the resource/contact information. If you want to join me, here's the invitation... #visionboard #visionboardparty #planning #planningtime #goaldigger #goafteryourdreams #dreambig #dreambigger #dreambigworkhard #network #networking #service #selflove #helpsomeone #helpyourself

12/21/2021

By the @hollywoodreporter someone special is Right. In. The. Middle!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

I first met Jordan @actressjordanrice and her amazing mom Dana Rice back in 2015 and knew she would grow into an incredible artist. To have been a part of her journey and to see her today gives me the warm fuzzies.

Go watch "Swagger" on @appletv

Her mom posted such a lovely response that I had to share! #actor
#Artist #teacher #develop #continuous

12/07/2021

I'd like for this to be a great experience for the children actors/singers...If you are able to help me, I am so appreciative. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/dreamofdrea

12/03/2021

I'm grateful for all the opportunities I've had to work with amazing artists. Tom Hanks is one of the 1st artists who offered a letter of recommendation of my work to those inside the industry. His words have kept me encouraged along the way. With the pending 2022 release of my 1st feature film under my production company, I'm sure it can be a path to working together again 😉 #Filmmaker #producer #Writer #Director #Owner

12/01/2021

I'm enthused to partner with @olliepandafilms as @thedelilahfactor journeys through post production. Eric Dodson is the owner and director of Ollie & Panda Films. He is also a cinematographer having recently served on Netflix's "Titletown High", and "All Access with Miami Football" for ESPN App/ACC Network, and Kanye West's "Donda" recorded at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. #Filmmaker #producer #Director #editor #postproduction

11/24/2021

And now a moment in editing...

One of the 1st ADs thought for sure I messed up my lines, based on a previous scene where I couldn't get 2 lines to stick. But he learned I can do a more complicated scene having a monologue in a tracking shot in one take. I guess that's the theatre training in me 😆

11/23/2021

I'm in the home stretch of organizing files to send to @olliepandafilms for editing. This stage has taken a loooonnnnngggggg *inhale and exhale* loooonnnnnnggggg time. Almost there. But here's another shot from a scene from @thedelilahfactor movie😎 #Working #Filmmaker #Fun #art

11/22/2021

Details matter! The light is gorgeous and it's a clean shot! Of course a phone isn't able to capture the full frame, but loving the reflections caught of "Omega" in the windows and her husband's eye wear...that ties to other inferences in the film 😉 #Filmmaker #thoughts #TheDelilahFactor #ComingSoon

11/08/2021

A peep into a moment of my life. I have a small amount of free time before returning to the judges table, and I'm in my hotel room organizing files. I wish I had a dedicated person to take on the task of transferring camera/audio files onto the storage device daily while in principal photography. But very unfortunately, that didn't happen. Hard lesson learned. #Filmmaker #Missteps

11/08/2021

I found this to be helpful. Sharing from @selfcarevisuals
Check out their art! #selflove

10/17/2021

A mood I'm feeling as I just sent an email to the artists and dreamers involved in the making of @thedelilahfactor

Step by step I'm pushing forward. Thanks to @_mr_n3k for this awesome shot of me!#producer #Filmmaker

10/04/2021

Speak positively over your life! #Affirmations #Motivation

10/03/2021

"My Vibe Attracts my Tribe" jacket artfully created by @_xcannon who served as props designer for @thedelilahfactor
And it glows in the dark! He is so talented at what he does. Check him out for more clothing paint art! #fabricart #clothing #jacket #creative #mytribe #myvibe

09/15/2021

The goal is almost complete! I particularly want to express gratitude to my line sisters of Delta Sigma Theta #DeltaSigmaTheta #DST for collectively moving the target closer from 1/3 complete to 2/3 complete. I have a new confidence that I can deliver the files and a deposit for editing the first 18 pages by mid-October 2021 (or sooner 😉)

I'm searching for 46 supporters willing to donate $20 and dream with me so that the "sooner" officially comes. If you want to join me, I welcome you! #grateful #gratitude

https://www.paypal.me/dreamofdrea

09/11/2021

Is there anyone at @synology.official or @westerndigital who can help me? Filmmakers have touted how awesome it is, but I'm so frustrated copying files from the Synology to the WD device, and when I check it on my computer, I see nothing! 😡😡😡 #Help #Technical #Issue

09/10/2021

Being one-third complete of a goal is still a reason to celebrate! I'm grateful for those who believe in me and the art I can create! I'm eager to have a rough edit complete soon.

I'm hoping for 100 more supporters who would be willing to donate $20.

If you want to join me, I welcome you!

https://www.paypal.me/dreamofdrea

09/01/2021

So exciting! I figured out how to copy camera & audio files from the Synology unit directly to an external hard drive! I had challenges because as a network storage unit, it cannot be treated like a regular plug and play system. No, no! This system is like Fort Knox in that once files go in...they don't easily come out. 😅 I have peace of mind knowing that I'll be able to hand deliver copies of all files on the drive to an editor.

This step would not be possible without dreamers who are on the journey with me! The donations received from my birthday were immediately put to work. I'm thrilled to arrive at this point knowing there are people who believe in me! A complete feature film will come forth...But for right now, they're on hundreds of separate files on these devices 😊

A deposit is needed to work on the first 18 pages of the script that will cover the initial editing setup, sound package (mixing/mastering), and film coloring. I'm searching for 100 supporters willing to send $20 to help me with this step. If you would like to join in, I welcome you! Please send a message if more information is requested.

https://www.paypal.me/dreamofdrea

-Dréa