Setting up the equipment was thrilling enough, but after about an hour, we were ready to start. This was a practice day, and we discovered that looking directly at the microphone made us appear stiff and uninteresting. Instead, we decided to sit and converse naturally, focusing on each other. This allowed us to respond to each other’s mannerisms, dialogue, and prompts more effectively.
Amry has been taking voiceover (VO) lessons and has become quite proficient. She is now preparing a reel to submit for commercials, video games, and other opportunities, which revealed yet another of her interests. Additionally, she has been taking acting lessons, and her acting skills keep us on track during our recordings. She often reminds me of the time I directed her children’s theater company in a production of “The Mikado,” where most of the children ended up crying and leaving early. Needless to say, I was not asked to direct again.
Despite this, Amry’s acting ability and my focus on the actors’ performance during our recording sessions create a successful dynamic. It worked well on our practice day, and we are excited to begin our first official recording.
Warmly,
Kat
