Work work work

Today my mind is racing.  I was supposed to go to a wedding but instead have been feeling nasous and feverish.  I've known this couple and the groom's family very closely for the last 10 years.  The fact that I am missing one of their most important days is probably not help the sick feeling I have, nicely settled in the pit of my stomach.
YUCK!
On another note---
I have been thinking a lot about the Phoenix Comicon that I am a part of this year.  I will not only have the opportunity to participate at the events and meet all of the supporters, do numerous photoshoots and media spots, but I get to interview the guests before and during the convention.  Guests that include media people like:
Wil Wheaton http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000696/
Felicia Day http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000696/
Levar Burton http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000996/)
James Marsters http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0551346/
Lou Ferrigno http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002073/   <----come on, did you really have click on the link? Doubful.
But comic artists, inkers, and writers such as:
Eric Basaldua- http://ebas.deviantart.com/  I had the pleasure of meeting him last year.  His work has gotten even better since just 2009 alone.-- It's aproaching "absolutely fucking amazing." Truth.

Raven Gregory http://www.comicbookdb.com/creator.php?ID=5732

Ethan Van Sciver - http://ethanvansciver.comicbloc.com/

Jonnie Allan- http://www.akacomics.com/

I have to admit that I am thrilled to have this opportunity.  As you remember, I did promotions and video blogs for the Tucson Comiccon last year.  This is similar....just multiply it. 

(TCC X more amazing) X (More guests, bands) X (much bigger convention center and spanning 4 days)= My new job.

Yes, it is going to be a show, that's for sure.  I will be doing cosplay too.  I have some costumes in the works. 

Now this will be my first posistion doing interviews.  I figure, I can host, act and model.  I should be able to pull of some pretty good interviews. 

We have bands playing, awesome events, panels and more. I will be at the Mesa Bookmans tomorrow from 130-3pm while the signing is going on.  I won't necessarily be at the table, but if you look hard enough, you'll probably find me roaming the store....Make sure to say hi!!!!!

I have some pre-con interviews set up- but you have to watch the http://www.phoenixcomicon.com/ website to see them! 

****Now, I'm going to spend some hours brainstorming and  figuring out which questions to ask all of these amazing people....*******

A vaincre sans péril, on triomphe sans gloire.

Today has been incredible.  I woke up, bundled in my super warm, soft blanket and could only hear the soft pitter patter of the rain.  I had put a roast in the crock pot last night so the house smelled delicious.  I rolled over and picked up my phone and saw that I had a new email, letting me know that I have an audition for a feature film that will be filming soon. This is one of those mornings you never want to end. 

Later, I got a package in the mail, which is like Christmas. You may know what you got, but it's brand new and you get to open it all by yourself.  Ha.  My brand new Emilio Pucci sunglasses arrived!!  I am in LOVE with them. 

They are fun.  Other than that, I am keeping busy like usual.  I shoot with Fausto Hernandez Photography- http://www.faustohernandezphotography.com/ tomorrow, am finishing up a mockumentary and am leaving for L.A. again next week. 

The last music video that I was in for the band Access Zero (http://www.access-zero.net/ ) been released!! Thank you to AZ Bay pictures for letting me take part in this project, and for making another amazing video.  Great job to cast, crew and the wonderful band. 

Access Zero "Little Stranger" from Jd of Damaged Goods Media on Vimeo.

Again, cosplay for the Phoenix comicon is still something that we are looking into.  Any and all suggestions are appreciated....

The last week

The last TWO weeks have been rather eventful for me.  I met with the Phoenix comic con and got confirmation that I will be the SPOKESPERSON for the con!  I will be interviewing the guests, dong a few media spots, taking over their blog, doing COSPLAY...and MUCH MUCH more.  Are you excited??  I certainly am!

I also joined the cast of the series Western X http://www.westernxtheshow.com/  I had a chance to work with some amazing and incredible actors and the crew.  You all need to keep an eye out for this because it is going to be intense.  Here are some EXCLUSIVE behind the scenes pics...

On another note, I am heading back to LA to go to a few more workshops and work with some more casting directors. I will hang out with my good friend Donnie :) I'll probably get some more amazing sushi! I will do all I can do get more behind the scenes freebies for you...

In the mean time.....
I may be doing cosplay for my interviews-- remember- I will be interviewing guests like Levar Burton, Wil Wheaton, Felicia Day, and James Marsters.....

What should I dress up as?? I wonder…..

Red Carpet....

I always have a ridiculously good time in California, this time was no exception.  I was on an FX storage lot with a friend and found a phone booth.  I had to get pictures. 

I did a lot of shopping, went off-roading, and then got ready for "The Resolve" series premiere.  I will have WAY more pictures Friday or Saturrday.  For now, here is a picture of myself and Helen McCready at the premiere.  Good times. 

I have had so many things going on lately that I don't even know where to start.  I got to go spend 3 wonderful weeks with my family, in which time we had a massive amount of snow fall.  It had been 3 years since I had been home, and just as long since I got to play in the snow.  The first snowfall was 14" of powder, which cars were getting stuck in all over town.  I have so many pictures and videos but left them all at home..... I will post as soon as I get them back. 
I did as much busy work there as I could.  I painted my Mom's kitchen a beautiful yellow called chiffon pie, (which took me 3 days), helped organize things around the house, shoveled snow, and helped with my Grandma.  She is absolutely wonderful.  Because of a mishap with the airline I ended up having to pay last minute for a return ticket, although I had already bought a round-trip ticket.  Continental will cancel any return flights you have if you miss a connecting flight on the way to your destination.  They do this without an email, warning, heads-up or anything.  Just in case you are thinking of flying that airline, there is something to think about.  A very pricey something to think about.
I was so tempted to stay a few weeks longer, I don't think it's ever been so hard to leave home.  I am very fortunate to be so close with my family.  They are the best :)

As we were leaving for the airport I saw this GIANT deathsicle and jumped out of the car to take a picture.  AHHHH!!!  DONT look up!

I went back for sushi and the chef's made me Lobster Sashimi.  I got to see the Lobster before I ate the dish.  I got the tail- and then the rest was used on top of the most delicious crab roll I have had in my entire life.  I don't think I've ever eaten so much sushi in a sitting.  Those guys are the best.  To show my appreciation for awesomeness and great great food- I am going to show you who they are.  If you are in Santa Clalrita and you see these two preparing your sushi, you just found a gold mine. 

Sushi sashimii

What a week!  After my last post I had written a few other paragraphs that somehow didn't make it on the page, so this will sound like a pretty busy week....again.
I got to work on Pen Addiction 2 this week.  Filming was relatively short, but well done.  I am so happy to be working on the second parif this mockumentary.  The first was kind of thrown together last minute, but came out really well done.  This one, with more prep time, will give us a little more to work with in character development.

I left Friday for Burbank.  I drove down with a friend and then spent all of Saturday in a Master comedy workshop taught by Jason Alexander.  This was an incredible opportunity and I HIGHLY recommend it for any actor.  He is a tremendous teacher, walking through with the students and breaking down the scene bit by bit to help you on technique.  He is a very talented, patient and hilarious individual.  I will take the class again in a heartbeat.  Well worth the time. 
After the workshop I met up woth some sushi in beautiful Santa Clarita. We ate at a little hole in the wall sushi place, and I continue to believe that those are the best.  The atmosphere was comfy but fun, and the chefs were great entertainment.

I tried a DELICIOUS new wine called Bohae, and hen tried a bite of sea cucumber.  The sea cucumber had the worst texture I've ever experienced.  It literally felt like it was a muscle that clenched up when I bit it.  It was not something that I will be making a regular addition to my sushi nights.  Hey, at least I tried it. 

I had a wonderful time.  I did  have enough time get to see all of my friends, but since I plan on being there every other week, I have plenty  opportunities.  

I got back in town this morning at around 9am, and now I am packing for my next adventure.  This time, I will be close to some very important people in my life,  and for more than a few short nights. I leave tomorrow morning at 8am.  Rush rush rush!   Anyone anything fun this week?  I know it was raining a lot.... plenty of opportunity to play in the puddles!!!

Much better - no leakage

If you have not yet seen the Piranha 3d trailer-- here it is---and it ISN'T a leaked version.  Nice.  I am very happy the opportunity to been a part of this and I can NOT wait to see it on the big screen.