Dream of Dréa

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

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

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

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

08/21/2021

It's my birthday weekend and I'm taking a moment to consider what a difference a year has made in my artistic life.
1️⃣ I was offered a contract to direct a play with a guest artist grant attached to it...without me having to apply for it. All I had to do was say yes! #LookAtGod
2️⃣ My billboard was added to Times Square advertising my book #BawseLady
3️⃣ I received my first ever award in the Arts...wait for it....from the @kennedycenter for the play I didn't have to petition for...that was halfway across the country...and I directed it all virtually in the evenings while working a full time job during the day #Boom
4️⃣ I completed the principal photography phase of a film that has been 10 years in the making @thedelilahfactor and self funded it after saving for 5 years BY. MY. SELF. #budgetnista
5️⃣ I accepted the request to work again as a model on a campaign led by the international photographer @_mr_n3k James

I'm grateful to God for making a way out of no way and bringing forth artists I can create with. Once the film is complete, I truly believe I'll be operating on a new level. I am eager to see what's coming. I know it's something HUGE.
#cinepic @cinepicapp

08/11/2021

I LOVE working with @_mr_n3k
This is my 3rd series creating with him entitled "Retro-Sexual". I've previously worked with him on "Naked Black Justice" and "Icons of the Bible". #photography #art #model #happy

I LOVE working with @_mr_n3k
This is my 3rd series creating with him entitled "Retro-Sexual". I've previously worked with him on "Naked Black Justice" and "Icons of the Bible". #photography #art #model #happy

07/24/2021

The mission of my company is to produce transcendent stories through the cohesion of culturally responsible artists.

I desire to work full-time creating great art with great artists. #affirmations #purpose #producer #Writer #Director #Actor #film #Theatre #TV #streaming #financialfreedom

The mission of my company is to produce transcendent stories through the cohesion of culturally responsible artists.

I desire to work full-time creating great art with great artists. #affirmations #purpose #producer #Writer #Director #Actor #film #Theatre #TV #streaming #financialfreedom

07/23/2021

Incredible. Those are 1800 drones hovering over #Tokyo for the #opening #ceremony of the 2021 #olympics #wow

07/08/2021

Music composers, title/movie poster designers, editors, and post-production talent...this is an opportunity for you! During the principal photography phase, I've connected to amazing artists, and I want to connect to more artists looking for an opportunity while going through the next phase in @thedelilahfactor feature-length production. Submit your info today! Link is also provided in bio of @DreamofDrea on Instagram. #postproduction #editor #Movie #poster #posterdesign #foleyartist

Music composers, title/movie poster designers, editors, and post-production talent...this is an opportunity for you! During the principal photography phase, I've connected to amazing artists, and I want to connect to more artists looking for an opportunity while going through the next phase in @thedelilahfactor feature-length production. Submit your info today! Link is also provided in bio of @DreamofDrea on Instagram. #postproduction #editor #Movie #poster #posterdesign #foleyartist

07/06/2021

It's a picture wrap on "The Delilah Factor"! Like this character, I am exhausted.
I served as #writer #producer #director #actor #storyboard artist, #costume designer, #location manager, #casting director, #art director, #production designer, #scheduling...yeah...I'm sho'nuff tired. The Holy Spirit provided guidance through that phase of production and I did what some people thought was impossible. I'm so proud of myself for writing the vision, creating the plan, establishing clear goals, and listening to God. #Filmmaker

It's a picture wrap on "The Delilah Factor"! Like this character, I am exhausted.
I served as #writer #producer #director #actor #storyboard artist, #costume designer, #location manager, #casting director, #art director, #production designer, #scheduling...yeah...I'm sho'nuff tired. The Holy Spirit provided guidance through that phase of production and I did what some people thought was impossible. I'm so proud of myself for writing the vision, creating the plan, establishing clear goals, and listening to God. #Filmmaker

06/29/2021

Setting up a shot. Week 3. @thedelilahfactor

Setting up a shot. Week 3. @thedelilahfactor

06/18/2021

Stepping in front of the camera as Omega. There is INCREDIBLE makeup being created by @makeupmaryjane and @livs_beauty_fx on @thedelilahfactor

Stepping in front of the camera as Omega. There is INCREDIBLE makeup being created by @makeupmaryjane and @livs_beauty_fx on @thedelilahfactor

06/14/2021

Today I converted "Some day" into "Day 1". This dream is a decade in the making. I'm grateful for all the artists involved.
#Producer #Director #Writer #Actor #StoryboardArtist #Costumer #Props #SetDressing

After today, moving over to Instagram @TheDelilahFactor

05/22/2021

The virtual national awards are happening at this very moment.

I am beaming with pride.

I am officially a nationally recognized award winning director whose name will forever be in the annals of the Kennedy Center...

AND I'm directing and producing a feature film I wrote, that will begin principal photography in a few weeks.

Yeah me!!!!!

The virtual national awards are happening at this very moment.

I am beaming with pride.

I am officially a nationally recognized award winning director whose name will forever be in the annals of the Kennedy Center...

AND I'm directing and producing a feature film I wrote, that will begin principal photography in a few weeks.

Yeah me!!!!!

05/05/2021

Watch This Camera Director Give The Performance Of A Lifetime When Cuba Gooding Jr. Wins An Oscar At The 1997 Academy Awards - Digg

Can you feel the energy?! Amazing!

Louis J. Horvitz is a one man dynamo, delivering the best Oscar telecast possible back in 1997, in this behind-the-scenes footage.

05/02/2021

The email has been received and I'm very proud to share...

I am now a nationally recognized award-winning director!!! As the Kennedy Center celebrates its 50th Anniversary Season, I can join in the fun as my directing talent is honored!

The production is also being recognized for: Innovative Use of Technology, Overall Production, Special Achievement in Ensemble Collaboration - Performance and Production, Special Achievement in Performance by a Lead Actor (Danny Gage), The Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Award for promoting long-term societal impact through an artistic lens, to encourage empathetic exploration of the complex cultural and physical world, and to advocate for justice on campus and throughout the world.

As I wait for their website to be updated, in the meantime I'll proceed with updating my résumé 😊

The email has been received and I'm very proud to share...

I am now a nationally recognized award-winning director!!! As the Kennedy Center celebrates its 50th Anniversary Season, I can join in the fun as my directing talent is honored!

The production is also being recognized for: Innovative Use of Technology, Overall Production, Special Achievement in Ensemble Collaboration - Performance and Production, Special Achievement in Performance by a Lead Actor (Danny Gage), The Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Award for promoting long-term societal impact through an artistic lens, to encourage empathetic exploration of the complex cultural and physical world, and to advocate for justice on campus and throughout the world.

As I wait for their website to be updated, in the meantime I'll proceed with updating my résumé 😊

04/30/2021

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04/26/2021

Scott Myers on Twitter

All aspiring TV Writers should apply to these annual industry reputable writing access programs.

“Upcoming dates: Viacom CBS Writers Mentoring Program - closes 5/1 WB Television Writers' Workshop - opens 5/1 Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting - closes 5/3 NBC Writers on the Verge - opens 5/1, closes 5/10 Humanitas New Voices Program - closes 5/17 https://t.co/vKCNyvCEcU”

04/25/2021

If you enjoy watching "Snowfall" on FX, you enjoy the work of one of the writers who goes by "Georgia Writers" (he doesn't want me to share his government name lol). Happy to accept his invitation to attend an exclusive event with writers/directors/producers. He even had a flame thrower who wanted me to hold one of her fire thingys 😆

04/13/2021

Egads! Is that what I think it is? Gotta be careful where I step... That changes things in my head a bit #locationscouting

04/13/2021

Hey filmmakers! What's your shot list looking like a you prepare to go into production? This is my preliminary round. #shotlist #filmmaking

04/12/2021

Since I'm planning on being around artists this summer to film my project...thought I should proceed with getting the vaccine. #covidvacccine #complete

Since I'm planning on being around artists this summer to film my project...thought I should proceed with getting the vaccine. #covidvacccine #complete

04/10/2021

I've had a TREMENDOUS week planning for the shooting schedule of "TDF". All the locations through Air BnB are either booked or in process of being booked. Spaces I was prepared to pay for ended up being free. Contracts have been sent to artists working in front and behind the camera and more will be sent in the week ahead. There is now a Story Producer involved to get the script tighter. I absolutely feel the Holy Spirit working to make all the connections happen thus far as I'm getting a YES for everything! It's an amazing feeling to have at this point and I'm now getting visions of what those production days will be like!

The production dates are Sunday, June 13th (crew meeting at the 1st shooting location), June 14th (Cameras roll) through July 1st (depending on the night scene we could end shortly after midnight), then Friday, July 2nd is the production wrap breakfast gathering at one of the location sites.

I'm still searching for the right artists above and below the line to collaborate with as I intend for the message of the story to reach and teach my audience, as well as bring laughter to the masses. Thank you all for your support. #Artist #filmmaking #story

04/08/2021

2nd blood drive with the American Red Cross! Monday, May 10, 2021. Friendship Baptist Church. 400 Pine Avenue, Albany, GA 31701

Register today! Link in bio. #SickleCellAwareness #sicklecell #community #blood #drive #blooddrive #AlbanyGA

2nd blood drive with the American Red Cross! Monday, May 10, 2021. Friendship Baptist Church. 400 Pine Avenue, Albany, GA 31701

Register today! Link in bio. #SickleCellAwareness #sicklecell #community #blood #drive #blooddrive #AlbanyGA

03/28/2021

I'm celebrating my wins. Last week, I received an unexpected check in the mail from a company I worked with. It was because I accepted the invitation to help out and didn't expect anything in return. And it was because I demon my skills as a professional artist! I feel that something positive is moving for me...especially as I'm committed more to speaking affirmations and creating space for my brain to see the evidence. #positivevibes #BeHappy #Money #affirmations #win

I'm celebrating my wins. Last week, I received an unexpected check in the mail from a company I worked with. It was because I accepted the invitation to help out and didn't expect anything in return. And it was because I demon my skills as a professional artist! I feel that something positive is moving for me...especially as I'm committed more to speaking affirmations and creating space for my brain to see the evidence. #positivevibes #BeHappy #Money #affirmations #win

03/25/2021

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03/24/2021

Psst...creative crew talent...I'm looking for you...tap the link in my bio if interested in working with me on a film...

Psst...creative crew talent...I'm looking for you...tap the link in my bio if interested in working with me on a film...