WHAT I KNOW FOR SURE: TUESDAY WISDOM

  

Although I'm relatively new to the business of acting, I thank the higher power and my family for instilling discernment. As a Non-Union Actor, I don't have the strength of a union behind me but the one thing about being raised in the South is that you collect a lot of "Grandma Speak" that you don't necessarily understand until you understand (ex: If it walk like a duck and talk like a duck...then dangnabbit, it's a duck). I say all of this to say for all of us pursuing our art, pay attention to your gut in situations, that's Grandma speaking and she won't allow anything to happen to you.     

Briian                    

EVERYONE HAS A BEGINNING: The Jennifer Holliday School of Music

If you ask most actors about their humble beginnings regarding their craft, they would probably roll their eyes up in their heads when telling the story. However, Actor and Clothing Designer Briian David has no qualms in sharing the story and actually thinks it's really hilarious.



Briian says "Everyone has a beginning so what is there to be ashamed of? I'm actually really thankful to have been given the opportunity to perform with such a talented group of people. I'm actually shy by nature but also silly and having been given this exposure allowed me to show a side of myself that only a few people get to see".



Take a look for yourselves.

SHOP SMALL SATURDAY: Actor/Designer Briian David Launches Etsy Site.

Actor/Designer Briian David whose design work has been featured in Japanese Vogue, The Source Magazine , Clik Magazine, Urban Lux Magazine, BRM Magazine and a host of other websites, publications, blogs, etc. has finally launched his site via Etsy.com just in time for the holidays. 

Briian will be offering other products at a later date but check out his hilarious tee shirts at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Chirp66

Briian is offering FREE SHIPPING on all purchases and all tee shirts are only $19.99 (Slightly more for XXL).

ETSY ALL THE WAY: Designer and Actor Briian David Re-Opens Etsy Shop

NY Based Actor/Clothing and Accessories Designer Briian David has re-opened his Etsy Store. After a five year hiatus, Briian decided to re-open the web based store just in time for the holidays.

The link for the store is https://www.etsy.com/shop/Chirp66

Briian says the shop will eventually feature his signature, one-of-a-kind, hand sewn items as well as printed tees and kitschy accessories made by him as well.

"As a consumer, I've always been more of a mom and pop type of shopper (no disrespect to the larger retailers). I like finding unique items that aren't necessarily mass produced or products that are produced in smaller quantities that speak to me. When deciding to re-open the shop after five years, I hope that our new visitors will appreciate our aesthetic and visit us often as the product will be constantly evolving but still maintaining the small shop feel".  

BSIXTEE6 SALUTES VETERANS

Noted Clothing Designer/Actor/Photographer Beiian Dargon salutes the Armed Forces with a series of military inspired fashion photos. Briian says regardless of your beliefs regarding those who serve, often regular human beings make life altering sacrifices to serve and protect and he wanted to honor them.

In honor of the Men and Women who served and continue to serve America, Bsixtee6 salutes you.

Photography/Concept: Briian Dargon for Bsixtee6.

Models: (Top) Steven Montalvo

(Second ) Ryan Thompson

(Third) Camell Page

(Fourth) Kyle Raines

MOTIVATING MOMENT: Words of Wisdom from Meryl 11/10/15

It's not easy being an artist (Hell, it's not easy being ) so I often try to find ways to be inspired as I pursue my endeavors. I came across this today and it spoke to me.

Meryl Streep - "This was me on my way home from an audition for King Kong where I was told I was too "ugly" for the part. This was a pivotal moment for me. This one rogue opinion could derail my dreams of becoming an actress or force me to pull myself up by the boot straps and believe in myself. I took a deep breath and said "I'm sorry you think I'm too ugly for your film but you're just one opinion in a sea of thousands and I'm off to find a kinder tide." Today I have 18 Academy Awards. :)

MOTIVATING MOMENT: MONDAY 11/09/15