Artistic Actions During This Time...

Sadly, Halloween is over.  But it didn't really feel like it happened at all cuz of Stupid Sandy Storm over here in NY and NJ... Moment of Silence.

I ask myself... what can artists do?

Because sometimes, it isn't all about getting the part or getting the job right?  I should hope not... Sometimes it's about helping others to understand, feel, or just physically see what they are going through in their own lives, so that they know they're not alone.  Not everyone wears their heart on their sleeve like artists do.

I don't know too many actors anymore.  I mostly know actor/writer/producer/singer/dancer/director/jewelry maker/yoga instructor people. And if you don't yet put yourself into more than one of those labels, I bet its there in your creative being.  You just haven't taken the time to cultivate it yet.

I am noticing some amazing, well shot pictures on Facebook taken by actor friends.  These pictures help me to stay informed and they really convey what is happening downtown and in parts of NJ that I won't be seeing in person.

Some actor/writer friends are delivering some excellent rants online as well.  They express the sadness and confusion I feel during this time. And they also make me laugh as I can almost see their faces as they seemingly pound on their keyboards.  I appreciate their sentiments.

I have also seen a few videos made by actor/improviser/iphonefilmmaker/producer///////// giving their 2 cents in a way we can all relate to...

I even see actor/writer/////you get it by now, taking their free time to go deliver food, jackets, and other goods to highly affected areas.  Maybe you know someone is going... Maybe you can...

I guess what I'm saying is that there are many ways to give back in a creative way.  A lot of auditions or performances aren't going to happen right now.  And maybe it won't be some big contribution cuz we're all still in shock, but hey... maybe now's the time to see what other artistic talents you have.  And how you can cultivate them and share them in a way that gives back to the community...