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Reflections for
The WholeHearted Actor


HOW ARE YOU PREPARING FOR YOUR HEADSHOTS?
Headshots are such a vital part of our work as actors because they are the first thing casting directors see- and the first way our work is evaluated in submissions. Before casting looks at our resume, our clips, or skills – it is the headshot that informs whether or not we get invited to audition. A part from that, they cost $10 a piece to upload, and easily $250-$500+ to shoot. Headshots are an investment – but I’d like to dive into the investment we make before we shoot
Clare Lopez
Jan 1312 min read


RECALIBRATE FOR THE NEW YEAR
The year is winding down - the Christmas tree is likely looking a little dry. The house is a mess after family visits and holiday gatherings. And it’s around this time of year where my inbox gets flooded with ads for gym memberships and diet drugs. And my social media feed is filled with recap montages and New Year’s resolutions. Today I’d like to invite you replace the traditional New Year’s resolution with some gentle recalibrating. I want to encourage you to reflect and
Clare Lopez
Dec 29, 20256 min read


THOUGHTS ON PAYING FOR DEMO REEL FOOTAGE
Getting high quality footage can be a challenge, so it's no wonder actors are asking about the value in hiring studios to produce your...
Clare Lopez
Feb 28, 20256 min read


ACTIVATING MOMENTS WHEN OUR CHARACTER TELLS A STORY
Let's talk about the times when our characters monologue about a past memory or event. We know these kind of pieces - where our character...
Clare Lopez
Feb 18, 20252 min read


BEYOND CRYING ON CUE
Placing our focus on making ourselves cry can be a harmful and ineffective approach to our work as actors.
Clare Lopez
Dec 24, 20246 min read


PURSUING ACTING WHILE MANAGING MENTAL ILLNESS
Deep breaths dear actor. If you know anything about me - beyond my life as an actor and coach - you know I live with mental illness. In...
Clare Lopez
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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