:~: General :~:

SUMMA' TIME!

Yep, I've officially been out of school for a little over a week now, and the knowledge that I have 3 more semesters left (a year and a half) has sunk home. I'm getting very close to graduating, and I still haven't figured out where I want to go with my life indefinitely.

Part of that has to do with my varied interests, and the fact that with the exception of one or two things I'm not really getting stalemated in my interests. If anything I'm getting thrusted into too many opportunities that I can't accept for a variety of reasons. (School being only one.)

In the next 2 years I ultimately see myself:
-Traveling abroad for the first time. (Probably to Germany to study, and maybe after I graduate to Japan or South Korea to teach English.)
-Taking a Professional Internship with Disney either in their Costume Design Dept or Imagineering. (The internships are time sensitive, unlike the teaching positions, but I know that once I go down there, that I'm probably going to stay with the company.)
-Being SAG Eligible and/or having a Major Credit under my name. (I'll explain further down...)
-Probably moving out of state to NYC or Orlando, FL.
-Working on a film or concert production as a Wardrobe/Costume Assistant.

:~: Etsy & Cafepress :~:

AmericanGeiko is going to be going through some changes in the next month or so. Expect a stronger promotional front, some new photos, and the addition of new test items to the line-up.

New items have been added consistently for the past few weeks. I'm going to be adding more pieces over the summer to build a stronger line-up. I expect that things are going to start moving once I get the chance to market things more aggressively.

Go check them out:
[link]

Cafepress is up, and will undergo a makeover at some point in time in the future, with humorous attire for the "Chef" in us all. (I've been sitting on this for a while as other opportunities have overshadowed the time I need to devote to this.)

[link]

:~: Artwork :~:

I'm currently working on piece with my new tablet. I'm getting a feel for it, and I'm liking the results. I don't have much free time this month, but I'm hoping that I'll be able to finish the work soon!

:~: Costuming/Fashion :~:

I plan to make some alterations/additions to my Hsien-ko in anticipation of my attendence at AnimeNext this year.

I'm also going to put the finishing touches on my revised Shampoo costume as well.

I *am* however finishing up a plushie that will have a lot people going, "Squee!" with joy when they get to see it.

I have finished my tunic-gown that was part of my collaboration with Valerhon of Brightblood.net. You can check it out here:


:~: Acting/Modeling :~:

I went through yet another Hell Week during Final's week. (Yeah, my life has perfect timing.) I had 3 finals in one day, 2 promos (1 the day before finals and 1 afterwards), and then an all day costumed photoshoot.

I'm now looking at being almost completely booked out for the month of May, and the beginning of June is starting to look tight time wise as well. I'm doing extensive extra's work on "Patriots" a film featuring Forest Whitaker, Isaiah Washington, Bow Wow, and Lil' Wayne. I've also got a lot of alcohol promotions that I'm working on, and I have 2-3 stagehand gigs. Not to mention that I'm trying to fit in some photoshoots as well.

This comes on the heels of a future opportunity that would make me SAG eligible, and the knowledge that I might change inhibitions I've had about my modeling inorder to secure the funds I need for this endeavor.

Don't forget to pick up a copy of Anicoz Magazine's February Issue has an article by me, and a photo by Ted D'Ottavio!
You can pick up a copy on their site: [link]

AND...I'm also in Lush Curves Magazine's April Issue with photos taken by Mr. Happy Death Photography!
You can pick up a copy at: [link]

:~: Photography :~:

I'm currently up to $83 on istockphoto!!! (Thanks to everyone that's been so supportive!)
[link]erPage=20&age=1&showFileNumber=true&enableLoupe=true

My DA Stock Account: (NEW PHOTOS ARE UP!)
[link]

:~:Writing:~:

My portion of the Tokyopop manga proposal, "B.F.F." is almost complete. I'm looking at maybe a days worth of writing before the piece is finished. From there it'll be about a month's worth of storyboarding/drawing, and then a bunch of finger crossing from there.

I'm also working on a lot of poetry and short story fiction and non-fiction pieces right now for a variety of magazines and anthologies to build up my writing credits.

"The Rise of Cosplay in the US" is currently featured in the February Issue of Anicoz Magazine, NOW AVAILABLE! To pick up a copy, check out their site, [link]

Blood N' Sex, featuring "Lady of Midnight" & "Under the Blacklight", 2 of my poems, is now available at Lulu.com![link]
Book price - $69.99 (full price)
Printed: 197 pages, 8.5" x 11", perfect binding, white interior paper
(80# weight), full-color interior ink, white exterior paper (100#
weight), full-color exterior ink.

:~:Blogging:~:

Don't forget to visit: Food & Travel on the Go! (New Posts!)

[link]

You can also check out my new online money blog! Find out how I pay the bills in my freetime! (Learn about SWATCASH!)

[link]

All My Crazy Love For You,
~Cyn

Oh, don't forget to add me on MYSPACE!

[link]

And join my Yahoogroup for Cosplay Casting Calls:

[link]

:~: Clubs :~:



:~: DevWatchers :~:

:~: General :~:

I'm toward the end of my spring break with little more than nothing accomplished that I wanted to get done this week, but that's the story of my life, isn't it?

I still have 3 days left to finish the treatment for the manga proposal I've been slaving over for forever now, pick out a scene to reherse for acting class, post about 5-6 new items on eBay and etsy, update my website so that it doesn't continually look like it's a page holder, and get a metric ton of stuff sewed and cleared off my sewing table.

:~: Etsy & Cafepress :~:

AmericanGeiko is going to be going through some changes in the next month or so. Expect a stronger promotional front, some new photos, and the addition of new test items to the line-up.

Currently, the old standards of egl accessories, hair fascinators, handmade jewelry, and diy clothing currently abound.

Go check them out:
[link]

Cafepress is up, and will undergo a makeover at some point in time in the future, with humorous attire for the "Chef" in us all.

[link]

:~: Artwork :~:

*DING! DING!*

The money my school owes me finally came in, so I just bought a Genius 8x6 tablet. (Yeah, I know everybody is hot for Wacom, but frankly, I just want something that works.)

:~: Costuming/Fashion :~:

Other than general alterations/pieces for my "AmericanGeiko" line on Etsy, I am currently not working on any costuming projects at this time due to my work/school schedule.

I *am* however finishing up a plushie that will have a lot people going, "Squee!" with joy when they get to see it.

I have finished my tunic-gown that was part of my collaboration with Valerhon of Brightblood.net. You can check it out here:
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:~: Acting/Modeling :~:

This past week was basically "Hell Week" for me in between school and gigs.

Sunday night was the Flogging Molly concert/promotion for their new album, "Float". I hadn't seen mosh pitting of that nature since middle school. 0.0 The concert rocked! I totally can't wait till they come back into town.

After getting to bed at 2am, I had be on set a 9am for "12 Rounds", the new WWE flick featuring John Cena. It was a small group of us, so things were nice and I go to see old friends from other sets, leave early, and eat crew food. *w00t!*

Tuesday I had class all day, but I was off in the evening.

Wednesday I had an audition for an Oshner commercial, and then a Bailey's Irish Creme & Guinness promotion at night.

Thursday was class all day again, with my acting mid-term sandwiched in there. (Yes, I had mid-terms last week on top of all of this. LOL)

Friday I was one of probably 300 extras on the set of Final Destination 4 in 3D. They were filming in the now defunct New Orleans Centre which is a great place for this type of movie since it really hasn't been dealt with since Katrina. (There were still dead potted plants everywhere.)

Saturday I had a corporate stagehand gig at the Convention Center setting up the Prudential Real Estate Award's Show.

Sunday was a corporate gig for a medical company at the Ritz-Carlton.

Monday I took off though I could've done another day on FD4 in 3D.

Tuesday I went to do Blue Man Group at the New Orleans Arena.

Wednesday I was back at the Convention Center to take down the Prudential Show.

Today I sleep in and recovered from basically working a week and half straight.

And now it sounds like I might be taking an extra's gig on Monday for the film, "The Open Road" with Justin Timberlake.

Oh, in case you haven't heard, Anicoz Magazine's February Issue has an article by me, and a photo by Ted D'Ottavio!
You can pick up a copy on their site: [link]

AND...I'm also in Lush Curves Magazine's April Issue with photos taken by Mr. Happy Death Photography!
You can pick up a copy at: [link]

:~: Photography :~:

I'm currently up to $68 on istockphoto!!! (Thanks to everyone that's been so supportive!)
[link]erPage=20&age=1&showFileNumber=true&enableLoupe=true

My DA Stock Account: (NEW PHOTOS ARE UP!)
[link]

:~:Writing:~:

My article, "The Rise of Cosplay in the US" is currently featured in the February Issue of Anicoz Magazine, NOW AVAILABLE! To pick up a copy, check out their site, [link]

Blood N' Sex, featuring "Lady of Midnight" & "Under the Blacklight", 2 of my poems, is now available at Lulu.com![link]
Book price - $69.99 (full price)
Printed: 197 pages, 8.5" x 11", perfect binding, white interior paper
(80# weight), full-color interior ink, white exterior paper (100#
weight), full-color exterior ink.

I am currently working on pieces to add to the book's sequel, "Blood N' Sex 2", and I'm also collaborating with the book's masthead on a manga proposal for Tokyopop--which should be finished by the end of this week! *crosses fingers*

I'm also half way finished with my chapbook, which has been *many* years in the making.

:~:Blogging:~:

All Dressed Up!, my modeling/acting/entertainment blog was ranked No #3 on Blogchex's website. On there you can find a lot of guides to either getting into the industry, finding gigs or an agent, or info about different-types of modeling.

(New posts!)

[link]

Don't forget to visit: Food & Travel on the Go! (New Posts!)

[link]

You can also check out my new online money blog! Find out how I pay the bills in my freetime! (Learn about SWATCASH!)

[link]

All My Crazy Love For You,
~Cyn

Oh, don't forget to add me on MYSPACE!

[link]

And join my Yahoogroup for Cosplay Casting Calls:

[link]

:~: Clubs :~:

:artisancrafts:

:~: DevWatchers :~:

:~: General :~:

I'm currently house sitting, trying to learn a monologue for class, filing a report for a promo I did, catching up on Biology, and check into Agents/magazine submission standards for my writing.

Yep, it's a typical week for me.

:~: Etsy & Cafepress :~:

AmericanGeiko is back again on ETSY!!

I've added 1 *NEW* jewelry piece to the SHOPPE! It's a "rosary-style" necklace made from cube-cut red gemstones and features a chain drop with 10 gemstones attached!

I've also added 3 *NEW* feathered hair acessories! 2 of them have irridescent black rooster feathers and the other has red turkey feathers!

The last addition is a vintage Nolan Miller watch with rhinestones! (Ya' know the guy who did the Costuming for "Pretty Woman"!)

Go check them out:
[link]

Cafepress is up, and will undergo a makeover in the next month or so, with humorous attire for the "Chef" in us all.

[link]

:~: Artwork :~:

I'm holding off on all artwork until I can purchase my new tablet. At that time, I will resume working on unfinished coloring pieces, and begin cultivating my lineart style.

:~: Costuming/Fashion :~:

Other than general alterations/pieces for my "AmericanGeiko" line on Etsy, I am currently not working on any costuming projects at this time due to my work/school schedule.

I *am* however finishing up a plushie that will have a lot people going, "Squee!" with joy when they get to see it.

I have finished my tunic-gown that was part of my collaboration with Valerhon of Brightblood.net. You can check it out here:
:thumb78160753:

:~: Acting/Modeling :~:

If you blinked, you missed me in the NBA All-Star Half-Time Show on TNT! I was part of the "construction crew" that helped raise the houses.

Before that I was working the Van Halen World Tour, which I got to set up the drums for!

This past Friday I was doing a promo for 12 Stones at HOB(goblin). They have a new album, "Anthem for the Underdog" that's out now.
Check out the photos here:
[link]

Saturday I got Anicoz Magazine's February Issue which has an article by me, and a photo by Ted D'Ottavio!
You can pick up a copy on their site: [link]

Last night I did a promo for "Forever the Sickest Kids" who have a new album coming out April 29th!

Tonight I have a promo for "Flogging Molly" at HOB(goblin).

Wednesday I have an audition for Telemundo, and Thursday I have Rascal Flatts!

Next month I have promo gigs, stagehand gigs, and probably a few acting gigs coming up.

(I had to turn down 2 days this week on "12 Rounds" because my schedule is just maxed out with school!)

I've also been tapped to do booth modeling for a friend's company during some anime/sci-fi cons this summer. (More details as I get them.)

:~: Photography :~:

I'm currently up to $59 on istockphoto!!! (Thanks to everyone that's been so supportive!)
[link]erPage=20&age=1&showFileNumber=true&enableLoupe=true

My DA Stock Account: (NEW PHOTOS ARE UP!)
[link]

:~:Writing:~:

My article, "The Rise of Cosplay in the US" is currently featured in the February Issue of Anicoz Magazine, NOW AVAILABLE! To pick up a copy, check out their site, [link]

Blood N' Sex, featuring "Lady of Midnight" & "Under the Blacklight", 2 of my poems, is now available at Lulu.com![link]
Book price - $69.99 (full price)
Printed: 197 pages, 8.5" x 11", perfect binding, white interior paper
(80# weight), full-color interior ink, white exterior paper (100#
weight), full-color exterior ink.

I am currently working on pieces to add to the book's sequel, "Blood N' Sex 2", and I'm also collaborating with the book's masthead on a manga proposal for Tokyopop.

I'm also half way finished with my chapbook, which has been *many* years in the making.

:~:Blogging:~:

All Dressed Up!, my modeling/acting/entertainment blog was ranked No #3 on Blogchex's website. On there you can find a lot of guides to either getting into the industry, finding gigs or an agent, or info about different-types of modeling.

(New posts!)

[link]

Don't forget to visit: Food & Travel on the Go! (New Posts!)

[link]

You can also check out my new online money blog! Find out how I pay the bills in my freetime! (Learn about SWATCASH!)

[link]

All My Crazy Love For You,
~Cyn

Oh, don't forget to add me on MYSPACE!

[link]

And join my Yahoogroup for Cosplay Casting Calls:

[link]

If you message me about acting or modeling I'm going to direct you to this post! Read the appropriate article that applies to you!

A Beginner's Guide to Modeling:
[link]
How to Find your "Niche" in the Modeling Industry:
[link]
Freelance Model's Guide to Common Scams:
[link]
Freelance Model's Guide to Finding Gigs:
[link]
Freelance Model's Guide to Finding an Agency:
[link]
Freelance Model's Guide to Promotional Work:
[link]
What You Need to Know to Be an Extra:
[link]
Extra's Guide to Louisiana Gigs:
[link]
Freelance Model's Guide to Finding An Agency:
[link]
Cosplay Models: Real Life Japanime Characters:
[link]
A Beginner's Guide to Cosplay Modeling
[link]

Wanna See Me at your Local Con?
If you're interested in seeing me at a local sci-fi, anime, horror, etc convention in your area there's one of 3 ways that you can make it happen!

a) Contact the Programming Director or Guest Coordinator of the convention via email on that convention's website. Tell them that you'd like to see more cosplayers in their programming/on their guest list, and mention my name and/or website.

Example: [link]

b) Going to the convention of your choice and creating a thread in the suggestions and/or guest section of their forums.

Example: [link]

c) Attend the "End of Con"/"Con Feedback" panel at your convention, or fill out the "Feedback Survey" at your con, citing that you'd like to see me as a guest.

If anyone's curious I have previous experience hosting panels, judging costume contests, and MCing for industry guest panels as part of 4-5 yrs of convention-based experience. On top of being an active cosplay model for the past 5 yrs.

I'm looking forward to meeting everybody on the 'net in person at a con!

All my crazy love for you,

~Cyn
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