Penniless Producer

My production company www.mirrortreeproductions.com has successfully completed a number of short films, a web series, and a feature film.  You may be asking how I did this with literally a shoe string budget. Well I'm goona tell you!!!
I got a job worked my behind off, for a certain amount of time, and I had a cutoff day, and then I quit and I poured my savings into the project I was doing at that moment.  And then when it was done, I did the exact same thing all over again. This is the only way I knew how to create my own projects with no one financial backer.
I also suggest finding a group of people who are passionate about the same things you are, and who are willing to be dedicated and hardworking, in the hopes to have a self sufficient production company.
My biggest advice for anyone who wants to make their own projects, is to take everything one day at a time, with a long term goal and deadline.  But dot think about the project as a whole, or you may get overwhelmed and give up. Just take each individual day, and pick one thing to do, and after MANY days you will have a finished project.  And it so worth while, when you are viewing something that was once just a thought in your mind.
So go out there and make your own movies, web series, anything that fulfills you, and helps move you forward to your life goals!!!!

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indiegirlfilmmaker

I have been pounding my head against walls for so long, as an actor, that is, not literally, that would really hurt.  I finally got wise nd decide to make my own movie's, tada, it was like a light went on in my little brain, saying why are you waiting for the phone to ring.  So I got wise, and I found a bunch of passionate crazy filmmakers and like minded people to make art with!!!! This journey began in 2008 and I want to share the crazy ride, with anyone who cares to learn from my mistakes, and maybe takes in a little knowledge that could help them do the same.  in the past few years I have put under my belt a number of short films, a couple of web series and a feature film.  I will document my advetures for anyone who cares to listen.

Flock the Series

I am so thrilled and proud of the show "FLOCK" where I play the character Beverly.  I got to be as evil as they get in this series, and I am so proud of every person involved.  We had a fabulous team, and I hope people will follow the show.  We launch a new episode every Wednesday!!! Only at Blip.tv/flock
This is a true ninja filming project, and the people invovled volunteered their time to make it a reality.  Please enjoy the show, and spread the word!!!

There are holes in my shoes

There are holes in my work shoes!!!

Since recently moving back to Los Angeles, I have had to work as a waitress. I promised myself I would not do this kind of job again, but as money is tight, I had to go to this fall back job.

I have found myself depressed, and cranky since getting back into the routine of serving people. For the most part customer treat servers like crap, its a great study in humanity. I'm not sure why it is this way, but it is!!! So I have been working really hard not to allow this to bring me down.

I had to buy black shoes for this profession, and after only four months of wear, they have holes in them. I was so upset that I couldn't afford to buy another pair, and then I reminded myself, that some people don't even own shoes. Some people don't have a job, and some people don't have their health. I am blessed, and I will choose to be thankful. I will wear my shoes until my boss notices and forces me to get a new pair.

My brother Alex has created a new show called missions in action, this is a life changing show, for the viewers, and voices it gives.

Lets all choose joy and be thankful, even if their are holes in our shoes!!! things could always be worse.

To watch Alex Boylans amazing show visit www.missionsinaction.tv and be grateful for what we all have :)

Mind and Body Maintance control

I have spent the last six months so focused on my body, getting in shape, eating right, I lagged on working on my mind.
I realized although I felt amazing from my vigorous workouts, I was feeling restless inside.
So I decided to stop and take an inventory of what was truly going on inside my head.
Life is so fast paced, so crazy spinning all the time. We have commitments, deadlines, and lovers to take care. We forget to stop and take care of ourselves. I recently bought a workbook entitled "Boundaries" which I am so thrilled to begin. I never really learned how to set good boundaries with people. Therefore I take on other people's emotions, and feel guilty all the time.
It boggles me down, and most of the time I don't even realize why I feel the way I do. The only true way to heal and correct these behaviors is to take the time you need with yourself, to ask some tough question's and meditate on changing them.
If you feel the way I do, I recommend taking a nice long walk, and just be present in the moment, buy a good workbook, that asked the questions you need to answer. Another recommended book, I did last year was "12 Steps to Spiritual Healing" This workbook was life changing for me. It really de-clutter my thinking, and helped me deal with life on more smoother surface.
Enjoy your day!!!!

Tis the Season To Eat, Drink, and be Merry

Hello All,

Sorry I have been silent for so long, life is crazy busy, and I haven't had a moment to write.

As the holidays are among us, with Christmas fast approaching, this is the time of year most woman dread. For their bodies at least, food is everywhere, and its delicious.
I recently discovered The Tracy Anderson Method. She is Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna's personal trainer. I started doing her 30 day workout and starting seeing amazing results. I ate her clean diet, and did her workouts religiosity. Now I am I using her method as maintenance, to keep my body in shape and firm.
Right now she is blogging constantly on her website about how to avoid those extra pounds we tend to put on during the holiday season.
www.tracyandersonmethod.com is where I go to read all of her current blogs, and if you search her on YouTube.com you will find most of her video's for FREE!!!! Her new book entitled "The Tracy Anderson 30 day Method" Is available in numerous books stores, including Borders, and Barnes and Noble's. I bought mine for 16.99 and it was far worth the price!!!!!
She is now my workout guru, as I am convinced she knows how to take any woman's body and give her the lean petite figure she has always wanted.

I hope you find this as exciting as I do.

Merry Christmas

Sending Love and Blessings
Alexandra :)