Next Goal: Get them to spell my name right...
Monday, May 21, 2012
First Official TV Credit!!
Tonight, I received my first official TV credit!! I've worked on a number of shows in the past, but the positions worked were never credited on the air -- just online on sites like IMDB and such. This evening, a new chapter in my "Hollywood Adventures" was written when my name appeared on screen during the final credits of an episode of "The Bachelorette". Get used to seeing this name on your televisions, America ;)
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Top Model - Cycle 19
Hey, guys! I know it's been a little while since I updated my blog, but this is mainly because I recently started work back on America's Next Top Model! It's hard to believe this is already my fifth season working with them.
As usual, there's not much I can say about the show and such, but I CAN share the following picture with you. This season, the audience has a vote! It should make for a great season! So be sure to vote -- and stay tuned for my blog, as I'll be back writing as soon as there's something I can talk about again! :)
As usual, there's not much I can say about the show and such, but I CAN share the following picture with you. This season, the audience has a vote! It should make for a great season! So be sure to vote -- and stay tuned for my blog, as I'll be back writing as soon as there's something I can talk about again! :)
Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Camp 2012 Trailer
Greetings, everyone! I hope all is well.
I just got back from Charlotte and things have been CRAZY busy.
One of the big projects I've been working on is the camp trailer for our 2012 season. I really want to bring my camp back to Milwaukee for Year 4, but the only way it will be possible is with help from people like YOU! If you are reading this blog and know somebody or some business who might have an interest in sponsoring our camp, PLEASE reach out to me! I think our video speaks for itself -- we've had a deep history in Milwaukee and the show MUST go on!
Thanks for all the love and support! Fingers crossed, we'll be back in Milwaukee this summer for our biggest year yet!
One of the big projects I've been working on is the camp trailer for our 2012 season. I really want to bring my camp back to Milwaukee for Year 4, but the only way it will be possible is with help from people like YOU! If you are reading this blog and know somebody or some business who might have an interest in sponsoring our camp, PLEASE reach out to me! I think our video speaks for itself -- we've had a deep history in Milwaukee and the show MUST go on!
Thanks for all the love and support! Fingers crossed, we'll be back in Milwaukee this summer for our biggest year yet!
Sunday, April 01, 2012
Charlotte Highlights
Over the past month, I have had the pleasure of working and living in Charlotte, North Carolina. I've had a fantastic time being able to travel and work in an industry I love so much.
First, a special thank you to Kristi! Kristi is my cousin Tabitha's best friend, and for the past month, she has been kind enough to host me in Charlotte. I could not have done this trip without her, and I thank her dearly for being such an awesome person!
Second, a BIG thank you to all my new Charlotte friends. I am going to miss you all terribly, but I hope to be back some day soon! I can't remember the last time I've had such wonderful laughs. I also enjoyed getting to learn a whole new southern language during my time down year. Y'all are great!
I'd also like to thank the fine folks I worked with in 'TV Land' for helping to make my time working on this production so wonderful. Duy, David, and Lauren -- you guys rock.
It's really nice to be back in Los Angeles. Right now, it appears as if I will be hitting the ground running -- since I have a lot of exciting projects on the horizon! More soon!
Until then, enjoy some quick pictures from my trip below.
Until then, enjoy some quick pictures from my trip below.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Atlanta Visit!
This weekend, I celebrated my last few days in the south by heading to Atlanta, Georgia! This was an exciting trip for numerous reasons.
For starters, I got to see Mallory -- who has been a friend of mine for the past 8 years. Mallory and I met during the filmmaking workshop I attended in Orlando, Florida. I have not seen her in person since. We have remained in contact all this time via Skype and e-mail, but it was nice to actually meet face to face again for the first time in years!!
As if that wasn't exciting enough, I also had the chance to see some great places! I visited Olympic Park, the CNN Center, and the World of Coke -- all in one day! It was a great way to end my trip to the south, and I'm very glad I was able to make it happen! Check out some pictures in my album below!
For starters, I got to see Mallory -- who has been a friend of mine for the past 8 years. Mallory and I met during the filmmaking workshop I attended in Orlando, Florida. I have not seen her in person since. We have remained in contact all this time via Skype and e-mail, but it was nice to actually meet face to face again for the first time in years!!
As if that wasn't exciting enough, I also had the chance to see some great places! I visited Olympic Park, the CNN Center, and the World of Coke -- all in one day! It was a great way to end my trip to the south, and I'm very glad I was able to make it happen! Check out some pictures in my album below!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Greetings from Charlotte!
Greetings from Charlotte!
I’ve been here for a few days now, and things are going well. I am staying with Kristi, who is my cousin’s (Tabitha) best friend. She was kind enough to let me fill her empty room for a month and borrow one of her cars so I can get around town!
During my short time here so far, I have made a few strong observations about this area. Below are some of them.
1. The Food Out Here Rocks – Southern food is the BEST. Not only do they have Cracker Barrels here (which is a lovely change of scenery from California), but they have numerous other fantastic places to grab a bite to eat at. Fried chicken has never tasted as good as it does here in the south.
2. Welcome to the ‘Bible Belt’ – I’ve been told by numerous locals that this is the ‘Bible Belt’. As if it wasn’t apparent by the “Billy Graham Freeway” I traveled on the first night I got into town, it’s clear when you see how much this city changes on Sunday. VERY different from California. This makes shopping during Sundays a unique challenge. Ah well!
3. Charlotte Weather is Unpredictable – This place has the wackiest weather! The first day I was here, it was a pleasant 78 degrees. The next day, it was barely 40. Tonight, it is a wild thunderstorm and there are numerous Tornado Watches in effect right now. Crazy. Trying to pick out what to wear is difficult when the weather changes are so extreme on a daily basis.
For now, that’s about all the excitement out here. Things keep moving along, and as we keep moving forward, the job gets more and more awesome.
Stay tuned for more updates soon!
I’ve been here for a few days now, and things are going well. I am staying with Kristi, who is my cousin’s (Tabitha) best friend. She was kind enough to let me fill her empty room for a month and borrow one of her cars so I can get around town!
During my short time here so far, I have made a few strong observations about this area. Below are some of them.
1. The Food Out Here Rocks – Southern food is the BEST. Not only do they have Cracker Barrels here (which is a lovely change of scenery from California), but they have numerous other fantastic places to grab a bite to eat at. Fried chicken has never tasted as good as it does here in the south.
2. Welcome to the ‘Bible Belt’ – I’ve been told by numerous locals that this is the ‘Bible Belt’. As if it wasn’t apparent by the “Billy Graham Freeway” I traveled on the first night I got into town, it’s clear when you see how much this city changes on Sunday. VERY different from California. This makes shopping during Sundays a unique challenge. Ah well!
3. Charlotte Weather is Unpredictable – This place has the wackiest weather! The first day I was here, it was a pleasant 78 degrees. The next day, it was barely 40. Tonight, it is a wild thunderstorm and there are numerous Tornado Watches in effect right now. Crazy. Trying to pick out what to wear is difficult when the weather changes are so extreme on a daily basis.
For now, that’s about all the excitement out here. Things keep moving along, and as we keep moving forward, the job gets more and more awesome.
Stay tuned for more updates soon!
Saturday, February 18, 2012
I'm going to North Carolina!
Ladies and Gentleman!
I am thrilled to announce that I have just booked a great new gig!
While I cannot go into details, I CAN tell you that the show has been on the air for quite a while -- and it is a very well known series. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work on it!
The series is shooting in North Carolina. It will be a nice change of scenery from the LA lifestyle. I am lucky enough to have some friends and family in this area, so I am stoked and grateful that they will be helping me out during my visit.
I feel like a pretty lucky guy right now :) I'm bursting with excitement because I cannot wait to get started!
I am thrilled to announce that I have just booked a great new gig!
While I cannot go into details, I CAN tell you that the show has been on the air for quite a while -- and it is a very well known series. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work on it!
The series is shooting in North Carolina. It will be a nice change of scenery from the LA lifestyle. I am lucky enough to have some friends and family in this area, so I am stoked and grateful that they will be helping me out during my visit.
I feel like a pretty lucky guy right now :) I'm bursting with excitement because I cannot wait to get started!
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Milwaukee Magazine
Today I was blessed with some exciting news. A new article has surfaced about my Summer Entertainment Camp!
It was written by Mr. Mack Bates of Milwaukee Magazine's "Movie Goers". He did a spectacular job writing the article, and I am thankful for the support he has shown for our camp.
If you'd like to see the article, please CLICK HERE. Be sure to share it with family and friends!
Also, for those of you who have asked, I would LOVE to bring the camp back this coming summer. However, the only way we can do so is with support and sponsors. We are currently on a search to find businesses or arts-supporting angels who might be interested in sponsoring our camp this summer. If you know of any business / person that might qualify, please reach out and let me know!
Enjoy the article!
It was written by Mr. Mack Bates of Milwaukee Magazine's "Movie Goers". He did a spectacular job writing the article, and I am thankful for the support he has shown for our camp.
If you'd like to see the article, please CLICK HERE. Be sure to share it with family and friends!
Also, for those of you who have asked, I would LOVE to bring the camp back this coming summer. However, the only way we can do so is with support and sponsors. We are currently on a search to find businesses or arts-supporting angels who might be interested in sponsoring our camp this summer. If you know of any business / person that might qualify, please reach out and let me know!
Enjoy the article!
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Welcome, Ms. Brown!
Today, I went down to The Grove to meet up with a friend of mine. While we were there, they had a ceremony hosted by M&Ms to unveil their new character -- Ms. Brown.
It was different, to say the least! But certainly fun :) And I got free M&M's!
Check out some pics and video from the event!
It was different, to say the least! But certainly fun :) And I got free M&M's!
Check out some pics and video from the event!
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Visit to Nick Studios!
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of spending the day at Nickelodeon Studios. It might be a little known fact that Nickelodeon owns numerous properties around LA. My trip was to their popular "Nick on Sunset" location. What a great experience it was!
For starters, I met some fantastic people! From the security staff, to the executive producers, and everyone in between -- it was so neat to meet and work with the people who had a giant influence on the shows that shaped my childhood.
Perhaps the biggest surprise was how cool the building was! If only those walls could talk! So much history resides at this place. Nick on Sunset originally opened on December 26, 1938 as the West Coast location of the Earl Carroll Theatre. The supper club-theatre offered shows on a massive stage containing a 60-foot wide double revolving turntable, staircase and swings that could be lowered from the ceiling.
(This is what the theater looked like back in the day!)
After Carroll and Wallace died in the crash of United Airlines Flight 624 in 1948, the theater was sold. In 1953, it became the Moulin Rouge nightclub, then later the Hullabaloo Rock and Roll club, and then the Aquarius Theatre in the late 1960s. The Pick-Vanoff Company, who owned Sunset Gower Studios, purchased the property in 1983, converting it into a television theater where Star Search, the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, Alf's short-lived talk show, and The Chevy Chase Show were once broadcast.
In the mid-1990s, Nickelodeon decided to move production of some live-action series' to the West Coast from Nickelodeon Studios in Orlando, Florida at Universal Studios. Nickelodeon obtained a lease for the 6230 Sunset Blvd facility, acquiring the soundstage and rebranding it "Nickelodeon On Sunset" by 1997. It has been the home for shows like All That, The Amanda Show, The Nick Cannon Show, Drake and Josh, iCarly, and Victorious.
I'm not sure why, but I was not expecting to see so much Hollywood history in a Nickelodeon soundstage. Nickelodeon has done a fantastic job preserving the rich and deep history they now own.
Special thanks to everyone at Nickelodeon for a great day with some great people!
For starters, I met some fantastic people! From the security staff, to the executive producers, and everyone in between -- it was so neat to meet and work with the people who had a giant influence on the shows that shaped my childhood.
Perhaps the biggest surprise was how cool the building was! If only those walls could talk! So much history resides at this place. Nick on Sunset originally opened on December 26, 1938 as the West Coast location of the Earl Carroll Theatre. The supper club-theatre offered shows on a massive stage containing a 60-foot wide double revolving turntable, staircase and swings that could be lowered from the ceiling.
(This is what the theater looked like back in the day!)
After Carroll and Wallace died in the crash of United Airlines Flight 624 in 1948, the theater was sold. In 1953, it became the Moulin Rouge nightclub, then later the Hullabaloo Rock and Roll club, and then the Aquarius Theatre in the late 1960s. The Pick-Vanoff Company, who owned Sunset Gower Studios, purchased the property in 1983, converting it into a television theater where Star Search, the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, Alf's short-lived talk show, and The Chevy Chase Show were once broadcast.
In the mid-1990s, Nickelodeon decided to move production of some live-action series' to the West Coast from Nickelodeon Studios in Orlando, Florida at Universal Studios. Nickelodeon obtained a lease for the 6230 Sunset Blvd facility, acquiring the soundstage and rebranding it "Nickelodeon On Sunset" by 1997. It has been the home for shows like All That, The Amanda Show, The Nick Cannon Show, Drake and Josh, iCarly, and Victorious.
I'm not sure why, but I was not expecting to see so much Hollywood history in a Nickelodeon soundstage. Nickelodeon has done a fantastic job preserving the rich and deep history they now own.
Special thanks to everyone at Nickelodeon for a great day with some great people!
Friday, December 30, 2011
2011: Looking Back
It's hard to believe, but another year has come and gone. I always like to take some time at the end of each year to look back and see how far I've come over the last 365 days. Here's just a few of the highlights...
I attended the People's Choice Awards at the beginning of the year.
This summer, I brought a bit of Hollywood to my hometown by offering the third year of my Summer Entertainment Camp.
I directed my FIRST 'real' comedy production in LA -- called "Mouth to Mouth".
I witnessed Hollywood history in the making as John Lasseter, one of my 'industry idols', received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
I made some INCREDIBLE new friends while working on numerous TV shows.
Overall, I think I've had a great year. I look forward to 'raising the bar' even more as we enter 2012. I have many projects on the horizon that I cannot wait to keep moving on. I have also set some big goals for myself, and I sincerely hope to reach and exceed all of them.
Until then, here's to a great 2011! More very soon as we enter the new year!
Happy New Year!
I attended the People's Choice Awards at the beginning of the year.
This summer, I brought a bit of Hollywood to my hometown by offering the third year of my Summer Entertainment Camp.
I directed my FIRST 'real' comedy production in LA -- called "Mouth to Mouth".
I witnessed Hollywood history in the making as John Lasseter, one of my 'industry idols', received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
I made some INCREDIBLE new friends while working on numerous TV shows.
Overall, I think I've had a great year. I look forward to 'raising the bar' even more as we enter 2012. I have many projects on the horizon that I cannot wait to keep moving on. I have also set some big goals for myself, and I sincerely hope to reach and exceed all of them.
Until then, here's to a great 2011! More very soon as we enter the new year!
Happy New Year!
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Carly's Visit
Hey, everybody! I hope you all had a great Christmas. As always, I had a marvelous time back home in Milwaukee. It's always nice to see friends and family you haven't seen in a while.
I am now back in California where it is MUCH warmer! My friend Carly is out here with me for a little while -- so I am taking her around, showing her the "LA Scene", and just having a good time! In a few days, we'll be heading to San Diego to check out the San Diego Zoo and Sea World. I think both will be a good time!
For now, check out some of the pictures from Carly's time in Los Angeles so far. We've done some cool things!
I am now back in California where it is MUCH warmer! My friend Carly is out here with me for a little while -- so I am taking her around, showing her the "LA Scene", and just having a good time! In a few days, we'll be heading to San Diego to check out the San Diego Zoo and Sea World. I think both will be a good time!
For now, check out some of the pictures from Carly's time in Los Angeles so far. We've done some cool things!
Friday, December 16, 2011
Mail from Oprah
Oh, hi Oprah!
Thanks for writing. I'd love to tell you about my camp you are just now finding out about.... :-)
Thanks for writing. I'd love to tell you about my camp you are just now finding out about.... :-)
Monday, December 12, 2011
Meeting Baby Lucy
Last night, I had a chance to meet my cousin's new daughter - Baby Lucy! I *think* this makes Lucy my second cousin? Family trees are confusing. But at any rate...
Seeing Tabitha and Chad is always fun! We went to CityWalk for a bit before going back to Chad's parent's house where I got to meet Lucy. We also had a wonderful, home cooked meal which was delicious!
Being a photographer, I couldn't help but pull out the camera and play a little.
Enjoy some pictures below!
Seeing Tabitha and Chad is always fun! We went to CityWalk for a bit before going back to Chad's parent's house where I got to meet Lucy. We also had a wonderful, home cooked meal which was delicious!
Being a photographer, I couldn't help but pull out the camera and play a little.
Enjoy some pictures below!
Monday, December 05, 2011
Citywalk Christmas
Tonight, my friend Doug and I traveled to Universal CityWalk to see the lighting of the CityWalk Christmas Tree. It was a fun-filled evening with lots of entertainment, good food, and good company!
The entire event was recorded -- so be sure to watch for the ceremony during the Hollywood Christmas Parade. It will air soon on the Hallmark Channel.
The entire event was recorded -- so be sure to watch for the ceremony during the Hollywood Christmas Parade. It will air soon on the Hallmark Channel.
Thursday, December 01, 2011
Rex Sikes Movie Beat
Hello, everybody! I hope this blog finds everyone well.
Today, I had the chance to be on REX SIKES MOVIE BEAT. For those of you who are unfamiliar, Rex Sikes is a great individual who works in the entertainment world in Milwaukee. He is constantly connecting Hollywood to Wisconsin in new and exciting ways, and does some fantastic work!
I've had the pleasure of knowing Rex for about three years ago -- and today, he asked me to be a guest on his show! The show went GREAT, and we even had people listening in from outside of North America! How cool is that?!
I'd like to give a special thanks to Rex Sikes for inviting me on his show, and for doing some great work for the film community in Milwaukee.
In case you missed the show, you can click on the link below to listen to the broadcast. OR - You can click on the widget below and stream the audio right here on the blog! When you click the either link, the show will automatically start steaming. Be patient -- there's an advertisement / about 30 seconds of blank space before the show starts.
Click Here to Listen!
OR
Enjoy! Let me know what you think!
Today, I had the chance to be on REX SIKES MOVIE BEAT. For those of you who are unfamiliar, Rex Sikes is a great individual who works in the entertainment world in Milwaukee. He is constantly connecting Hollywood to Wisconsin in new and exciting ways, and does some fantastic work!
I've had the pleasure of knowing Rex for about three years ago -- and today, he asked me to be a guest on his show! The show went GREAT, and we even had people listening in from outside of North America! How cool is that?!
I'd like to give a special thanks to Rex Sikes for inviting me on his show, and for doing some great work for the film community in Milwaukee.
In case you missed the show, you can click on the link below to listen to the broadcast. OR - You can click on the widget below and stream the audio right here on the blog! When you click the either link, the show will automatically start steaming. Be patient -- there's an advertisement / about 30 seconds of blank space before the show starts.
Click Here to Listen!
OR
Listen to internet radio with rex sikes on Blog Talk Radio
Enjoy! Let me know what you think!
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving, everybody! I hope you all had a fantastic day.
Today, I spent my holiday with my Top Model family -- having turkey and all the traditional thanksgiving sides. It was a lovey day filled with good food and good company!
It was also the first time a bunch of kids cooked a huge Thanksgiving dinner without the help of parents and such, so there were many phone calls to mom and dad to double-check how to cook turkeys and such :) See the fun picture below.
Many people take today as an opportunity to reflect on all the things they are thankful for, and I certainly have a list myself. As always, I am thankful to have my incredible family and fantastic group of friends who support me and are always there for me. I am also extremely thankful that I have the opportunity to be living my dream in California. I know a lot of people would give everything they have to do what I'm doing out here, and I make a point of always reminding myself not to take any of it for granted. I am thankful for the opportunity to be 'living the dream' out in California. This is the opportunity of a lifetime and I am loving every minute of it.
I hope you all have a fantastic day full of lots of turkey and pumpkin pie!
Today, I spent my holiday with my Top Model family -- having turkey and all the traditional thanksgiving sides. It was a lovey day filled with good food and good company!
It was also the first time a bunch of kids cooked a huge Thanksgiving dinner without the help of parents and such, so there were many phone calls to mom and dad to double-check how to cook turkeys and such :) See the fun picture below.
Many people take today as an opportunity to reflect on all the things they are thankful for, and I certainly have a list myself. As always, I am thankful to have my incredible family and fantastic group of friends who support me and are always there for me. I am also extremely thankful that I have the opportunity to be living my dream in California. I know a lot of people would give everything they have to do what I'm doing out here, and I make a point of always reminding myself not to take any of it for granted. I am thankful for the opportunity to be 'living the dream' out in California. This is the opportunity of a lifetime and I am loving every minute of it.
I hope you all have a fantastic day full of lots of turkey and pumpkin pie!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Our Trailer is LIVE!
Hey, Everybody!
Please take a few minutes to check out our FIRST OFFICIAL TRAILER for my new web show, Mouth to Mouth! I'm very excited to finally be able to release this, and I look forward to releasing the first episode very soon!
Enjoy!
Please take a few minutes to check out our FIRST OFFICIAL TRAILER for my new web show, Mouth to Mouth! I'm very excited to finally be able to release this, and I look forward to releasing the first episode very soon!
Enjoy!
Saturday, November 19, 2011
BICEPP Dinner
Tonight I attended the BICEPP Annual Awards Dinner in Los Angeles, with my good friend Nancy. For those of you wondering, BICEPP stands for Business and Industry Council for Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Nancy is currently the President of the group, which means I was the President's guest. :) It sounds fancy, but all it really means is that our table was fed first. (Which, for the record, is ALWAYS a plus).
The dinner was lovely, and I had a chance to meet some wonderful folks who really strive to keep LA safe. I was also the official photographer of the evening -- snapping photos of some of the awards that were presented! Take a look at a few of the pictures I took at the event.
Nancy speaking at the event.
Nancy presenting the PRESIDENT'S AWARD to Dr. Lucy Jones - a seismologist and public voice for earthquake science and earthquake safety in California.
I must confess...I never would have seen myself being a part of this community when I first moved out to Los Angeles. But now that I have found myself a part of it, I can't see not being involved somehow! Even as I continue to pursue my Emmy and all ;)
The dinner was lovely, and I had a chance to meet some wonderful folks who really strive to keep LA safe. I was also the official photographer of the evening -- snapping photos of some of the awards that were presented! Take a look at a few of the pictures I took at the event.
Nancy speaking at the event.
Nancy presenting the PRESIDENT'S AWARD to Dr. Lucy Jones - a seismologist and public voice for earthquake science and earthquake safety in California.
I must confess...I never would have seen myself being a part of this community when I first moved out to Los Angeles. But now that I have found myself a part of it, I can't see not being involved somehow! Even as I continue to pursue my Emmy and all ;)
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