I arrived at Zemeckis, watched some clips of the work Carrie Preston has done, sharpened up on my facts and hit the pre production room to meet my guest.
Preston was a doll. She plays Arlene Fowler in HBO's hit series True Blood. She is one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met and has a very grounded character. In the interview we talked a lot about what she had to do to make it in this world of acting in Los Angeles. She even mentioned after the show, how much she appreciated an interview that was focused on her advice and her journey; most interviews focus on her role in True Blood or her husband being Michael Emerson (LOST). Although she deeply loves both, it was great to switch it up!
Carrie went to The Julliard School, where she had the opportunity to really mold her craft. She knew at the ago of 10, that acting was going to be her life because loved being on stage. Her first movie she played in was My Best Friend's Wedding, where she was one of the sisters in the popular scene, "Say a little prayer for you!" Yes, she is THAT actress! The film came out in 1997, and thirteen years later she sat on the set of CU@USC to inspire young adults who look up to her work. It was an honor to learn from her!
Preston has been in many theatrical plays, films, even behind the scenes as a producer and director. She has her own production company, and her most recent work includes the gig on True Blood! Her character, Arlene Fowler, is a sexy Southern gal and waitress who Carrie has grown to admire. Although Arlene and Carrie have different characters, she admires Arlene for being a strong woman, strutting in 7 inch hills and for her strong work ethic in being a waitress.
One piece of advice Preston left with CU, was that she truly believes that the best way to make it as an actor is to learn the basic skills of acting. She says when you learn the skills, you will be prepared for all opportunities.
You can follow Carrie via Twitter at http://twitter.com/Carrie_Preston
or check out her website at http://www.carriepreston.com/Carrie_Preston/Welcome.html
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Directly after, The Cake Mamas hit the set, and we had such a great time! Janelle Copeland and Fabiola Gomez are the bakers who do incredible work right out their home. They are in the process of getting their own bakery and are currently looking for a contractor.
The ladies have a lot going on as their business is rapidly growing. Their story goes like this: Fabiola was married to Eddie, they had two daughters. The marriage didn't work out. Eddie is now married to Janelle, who is Fab's co-worker. Eddie and Janelle have 1 daughter. Together Janelle and Fab work out of Eddie and Janelle's home and they all have a great relationship. They are proud to set a good example for their three daughters on how to successfully blend a family. Fab even said during the interview, "it's normal to us..." A reality show is in the works for them and I am crossing my fingers the pilot gets picked up!
You can check out their amazing cakes, cupcakes and cookie designs at http://www.thecakemamas.com/ Put in your order for your next special event!
You can also become a fan on their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Cake-Mamas/90550989333?ref=ts
Well, this week's segments were great and I learned a little more about what I can improve on, as usual! I learned that the cameras can be on me at any moment during the interview, so it's always important to not make funny faces. I need to be more conscious of smiling and not allow myself to get too comfortable in front of the camera. My face can look lazy at times and no one wants to look at a lazy face!
Well that's a wrap for this week everyone, thanks for tuning in to Telles' Tuesday night wrap up...
Until next week, Fight On!
-Megan
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