Ellen M. joined MAX Agency in Summer 2021 and has been invited for 4 auditions so far.
In her day-to-day, she is an entrepreneur who owns and operates two companies – one in hospitality and the other in data management consulting, and she is also the President of a local not-for-profit.
She spends her free time with her many pets at home or on the road – she loves to travel, especially on road trips! Her hobbies include aerial dance (pole, silks & lyrah), guitar, learning new languages, and actively participating in the local acting community in her hometown, Ottawa, ON.
She is motivated by personal growth in herself and those around her. She is always eager to take on new challenges and to learn new skills. Her aspirations in being an actor are to inspire others to strive for their goals, defeat the impossible, and hopefully enable others to experience some enjoyment from her delivery in productions.
Some of Ellens favorite quotes are “Fake it till you make it.”, “Where there is a will, there is a way.”, “Youve got to stand for something, else youll settle for anything.”, and “The harder I work, the luckier I get.”
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Posing for photos can be intimidating, whether you are taking them for your personal social media page or starting a modeling career. While working with a professional photographer, you will be directed on how to pose, but what about when you are posing on your own without direction?
1. Know Your Angles
The angle of the shot makes a huge difference. Try different angles to see what compliments your features the best and remember to practice them on your next shoot.
For example, you can accentuate your legs in a full-body shot by having the camera just below eye level and facing slightly upward. For portraits, try a higher angle and snap a lot of photos until you get that sweet spot.
2. Check the Light
Light is your best friend in a photoshoot. Always turn your face towards the light, especially if it is natural light. It will brighten your face, blur out dark spots, and make you glow!
3. Relax
Be calm and relaxed. Your body language will show in your pose if your body is tensed. Remember to relax your body and your eyes, too.
4. Keep a Good Posture
Slouching makes you look insecure and frumpy. Stand up straight to look confident and powerful. It actually makes you feel more confident, so that will shine through your photos!
5. Move!
Especially when taking casual photos, instruct your camera person to take photo burst while you move around while posing. The best poses are actions caught in the perfect timing, and a photo with movement is more interesting.
6. Get Inspired
Look at models and influencers photos to find inspiration. Save for later when you are practicing posing. Adopt the ones that accentuate your features.
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Todays talent spotlight is Alexandra S., Miss Teenage Ontario 2022 and Miss Teen Simcoe County 2021.
Alexandra is 15 years old, and currently in grade 10 at the Innisdale Secondary School in Barrie. She parts in various extra-curricular activities such as horseback riding, skiing, skating, swimming, and reading.
One of her lifes passions is Irish dancing, which she has been practicing for the last 14 years. She has competed at the Open Championship level at many Canadian and international Irish dance competitions. She dedicates at least 8 hours a week to polishing her skills.
She has been taught by Deirdre Hamilton, a former lead dancer of the famous Riverdance show, and owner of the Hamilton School of Irish Dance in Barrie.
This April, 2022, she won her new title, Miss Teenage Ontario 2022 at the Provincial pageant Miss Teenage Canada organized by Pageant Group Canada. Alexandra describes it as an amazing experience with a lot of joy and excitement.
In 2021, Alexandra won the title of Miss Teenage Simcoe County and rated top 10 at the Miss Teenage Canada.
Aside from school and dance, Alexandra is working at McDonalds and providing support to the community. Her platform for the pageant is to advocate for young girls in the world to show that every person is unique.
In February 2022, Alexandra organized a group to participate in the Coldest Night of the Year 2022 fundraising walking event with all proceeds donated to the Youth Haven, Barrie. The given organization provides services and support to the youth in Simcoe County.
One of Alexandras dreams is to become a doctor in the future. She is working hard to balance her schooling, dance, work, and social life. Alexandra is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such amazing events and hopes participating in the pageant will not only improve her own confidence but build her skills to do public speaking as well.
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