Hi everyone! I'm sorry about the lack of posting. Dance is done for the year, summer classes haven't started yet, and it's only my second day of summer vacation...but that's exciting because I don't have to go to real school for about 2 months!
I was also thinking about making a new blog, a fashion one. I would continue to post on this one, too, but lately I've been really into fashion and I thought it might be fun to share my style and ideas with....well, whoever reads it.
Comment below and tell me what you think.
Bye for now! :)
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Breaking Pointe & Recital
Hey everyone!
Have you heard of the show Breaking Pointe? It's (I think) a reality T.V. show about ballet dancers. I just watched the Pilot on Hulu and I think it was okay. I'll watch a couple more episodes before I decide whether I really like it or not. I just hope it's not 90% about relationships.
Also, Sunday, as I said in previous posts, was my recital! It overall went really well, and I'm sad that the dance is over for the year. I can't wait for summer classes to start. I haven't had a real class in a while since we've been rehearsing for the last 1/2 hour of class the past few months. I hope I can gain more strength for pointe, and doing pointe for the whole class.
Bye! :)
Have you heard of the show Breaking Pointe? It's (I think) a reality T.V. show about ballet dancers. I just watched the Pilot on Hulu and I think it was okay. I'll watch a couple more episodes before I decide whether I really like it or not. I just hope it's not 90% about relationships.
Also, Sunday, as I said in previous posts, was my recital! It overall went really well, and I'm sad that the dance is over for the year. I can't wait for summer classes to start. I haven't had a real class in a while since we've been rehearsing for the last 1/2 hour of class the past few months. I hope I can gain more strength for pointe, and doing pointe for the whole class.
Bye! :)
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Recital!
Hi everyone! Today is my June recital! I'm REALLY excited!!!
I can't wait to be in front of an audience in full makeup and costume!!! And I will be taking lots of pictures...unfortunately I can't post them because they'll have faces in them, but I'll definitely post about how the whole thing turned out.
The only thing that I'm worried about is a triple pirouette in tap shoes, and my sore throat. But it's dancing, not a musical, so I'll be okay.
Talk to you later! <3
P.S. I LOVE comments! I just want to say, if you have any advice, or would just like to share something, feel free to do so :) But no negative comments, please.
I can't wait to be in front of an audience in full makeup and costume!!! And I will be taking lots of pictures...unfortunately I can't post them because they'll have faces in them, but I'll definitely post about how the whole thing turned out.
The only thing that I'm worried about is a triple pirouette in tap shoes, and my sore throat. But it's dancing, not a musical, so I'll be okay.
Talk to you later! <3
P.S. I LOVE comments! I just want to say, if you have any advice, or would just like to share something, feel free to do so :) But no negative comments, please.
Friday, June 8, 2012
Another Blogger!
Hi guys-
This is just going to be a quick post about another blogger. She is a teen figure skater and aspiring dancer. Hope you check her out!
Skates and Slippers: http://skatesandslippers.blogspot.com/
Bye!
This is just going to be a quick post about another blogger. She is a teen figure skater and aspiring dancer. Hope you check her out!
Skates and Slippers: http://skatesandslippers.blogspot.com/
Bye!
Recital Series: Performance Tips
Hello again! Today in my recital series I will be covering Performance Tips. This is my last post in the series, but I'll continue to post over the summer, I pinky promise!
So let's jump right in!
Tips and Ideas
-Use emotion. If the piece is cheesy and cute, or if you are longing for someone, or are broken hearted, or something else, stay in character! You want to capture the audience's attention from start to finish.
-Be warm. I know I've mentioned this before, but definitely stretch before performances. It'll only make your performance stronger.
-Pointeyourtoesdon'tforgettosmile!Holdyourstomachstretchyourfeetstraightenyourarmsandlegs! You know all those little things that your teacher tells you in class and in rehearsal? This is time when you show it off, so mentally go through a checklist of key things in your head before going on stage.
-Have a ton of fun! Recitals/performances are supposed to be fun, not a burden. Enjoy this moment of the bright lights shining down on you as you show what you've learned this year. When you've worked so hard, why blow it off now? This is the time you amp it up!
I hope these tips were helpful! As I promised I 'll keep you all updated (if anyone actually reads this).
Thanks for reading! :)
So let's jump right in!
Tips and Ideas
-Use emotion. If the piece is cheesy and cute, or if you are longing for someone, or are broken hearted, or something else, stay in character! You want to capture the audience's attention from start to finish.
-Be warm. I know I've mentioned this before, but definitely stretch before performances. It'll only make your performance stronger.
-Pointeyourtoesdon'tforgettosmile!Holdyourstomachstretchyourfeetstraightenyourarmsandlegs! You know all those little things that your teacher tells you in class and in rehearsal? This is time when you show it off, so mentally go through a checklist of key things in your head before going on stage.
-Have a ton of fun! Recitals/performances are supposed to be fun, not a burden. Enjoy this moment of the bright lights shining down on you as you show what you've learned this year. When you've worked so hard, why blow it off now? This is the time you amp it up!
I hope these tips were helpful! As I promised I 'll keep you all updated (if anyone actually reads this).
Thanks for reading! :)
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Recital Series: MAKEUP!!!
In case you are wondering, I have absolutely zero interest in makeup...that is the worst lie ever. So here it goes: I do enjoy beauty and makeup related things, and so, I am so super excited for this post! :) So without further ado, lets jump right in!
Disclaimer: The ideas or suggestions that I give below are not what you have to do. I am not forcing anyone to do anything! I am just sharing my ideas and what I like to do. Makeup will be different for each dance studio.
Pre-Makeup
At home before I leave for the recital, I like to wash my face and moisturize it. It's important for you face to be clean before you apply makeup because, well, I'm not really sure why, but we're not taking any chances, are we? Oh, fine, I'll Google it.......ok, here we go: it is healthier for your face, and it helps your makeup go on better :) Also, wash your hands too if you plan to do any blending with fingers.
Actual Makeup Time!
Face
1. This first step is optional-face primer. Basically, it helps your face makeup stay on. I'm not using one because I don't own one...so that's why it's optional.
2. Foundation: I would never wear foundation on a day to day basis as a 13 year old, but for stage makeup I do. To apply, I put some on the back of my hand, dot it on my face, and then blend with a foundation brush.
3. Using a concealer, I...conceal my under eye dark circles.
3.
a. To finish it off, I set the foundation and concelear with a powder. I use a colored powder, but if you want to use translucent, I don't think it makes a big difference.
4. Finally, to contour I use blush and bronzer. I apply blush from the apples of my cheeks and blend back. Then I use bronzer under my cheek bones, up the temples, and on my jawline to contour and exaggerate my features so they won't be washed out by the stage lights.
Disclaimer: The ideas or suggestions that I give below are not what you have to do. I am not forcing anyone to do anything! I am just sharing my ideas and what I like to do. Makeup will be different for each dance studio.
Pre-Makeup
At home before I leave for the recital, I like to wash my face and moisturize it. It's important for you face to be clean before you apply makeup because, well, I'm not really sure why, but we're not taking any chances, are we? Oh, fine, I'll Google it.......ok, here we go: it is healthier for your face, and it helps your makeup go on better :) Also, wash your hands too if you plan to do any blending with fingers.
Actual Makeup Time!
Face
1. This first step is optional-face primer. Basically, it helps your face makeup stay on. I'm not using one because I don't own one...so that's why it's optional.
2. Foundation: I would never wear foundation on a day to day basis as a 13 year old, but for stage makeup I do. To apply, I put some on the back of my hand, dot it on my face, and then blend with a foundation brush.
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation
3. Using a concealer, I...conceal my under eye dark circles.
Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
3.
a. To finish it off, I set the foundation and concelear with a powder. I use a colored powder, but if you want to use translucent, I don't think it makes a big difference.
Covergirl Pressed Powder
4. Finally, to contour I use blush and bronzer. I apply blush from the apples of my cheeks and blend back. Then I use bronzer under my cheek bones, up the temples, and on my jawline to contour and exaggerate my features so they won't be washed out by the stage lights.
NYC Bronzing Powder
NYC Bronzing Powder
Eyes
1. I prime my eyelids before applying eyeshadow. This will help prevent your eyeshadow from collecting in the crease of your eye, and it will help the shadows appear more vibrant.
Urban Decay Primer Potion
2. Apply your eyeshadow! I like to do a dramatic neutral colored smokey eye.
This isn't me, if anyone was wondering :)
Urban Decay Naked Palette
3. Then I apply eyeliner. I use a liquid liner on my upper lash line, then line my water line with pencil eyeliner, basically how it is done in the eyeshadow image above.
4. Lashes time! This is the first year that I am wearing false eyelashes, and I'm kind of excited! After applying the false lashes, I'll use mascara to make sure that they blend in with my real lashes.
Ardell 110 False Eyelashes
Maybelline One by One Mascara
Lips
I've decided not to make separate parts for this section. Basically I just wear red lipstick with maybe a touch of gloss. For one of my teachers wants us to wear a darker lipstick for her piece, but usually we don't have much of a variation.
Rimmel red lipstick
I hope you enjoyed this post! It took me so long to write and upload pictures and such.
I hope this was helpful. Leave comments if you have any tips for me :)
Thanks for reading!
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Recital Series: Arrival and Warming Up
Hello again! Sorry I didn't post yesterday-Tuesdays are my long days at dance. But today I'm moving onto the actual recital portion of this recital series. But before I start, I 'd just like to mention the topics that I am planning to cover before this weekend (when my dress rehearsal and recital are):
1) Arrival & Warming Up - Wednesday
2) Stage Makeup - Thursday
3) Performance Tips - Friday
According to the list above, today I will write on the subject of "Arrival and Warming Up".
Tips and Ideas
-Arrive early! My studio requires us to be an hour early for the performance for prep, but if possible I like to be earlier by, say, 15-30 minutes, because people are already there setting up lights and such. It may be different for various studios, but all in all, be as early as possible. If anything, you don't want to be rushed.
-Be organized! When you have a lot of stuff backstage, you don't want to start out with everything strewn everywhere. Also, know where all your costumes are. The worst time to not know where a costume is, is when you have a fast change. That is, if you have multiple performances. Otherwise, you don't have to worry about quick changes.
-Warm up! Having a great costume, and perfect makeup may be gorgeous on the stage, but if you're not properly warmed up, the performance won't be as spot on. You can plan out a warm up routine, or just mentally think of what are place that should be warm in order to perform to the greatest extent.
I hope this was helpful! New post coming tomorrow, I promise :)
Thanks for reading!
1) Arrival & Warming Up - Wednesday
2) Stage Makeup - Thursday
3) Performance Tips - Friday
According to the list above, today I will write on the subject of "Arrival and Warming Up".
Tips and Ideas
-Arrive early! My studio requires us to be an hour early for the performance for prep, but if possible I like to be earlier by, say, 15-30 minutes, because people are already there setting up lights and such. It may be different for various studios, but all in all, be as early as possible. If anything, you don't want to be rushed.
-Be organized! When you have a lot of stuff backstage, you don't want to start out with everything strewn everywhere. Also, know where all your costumes are. The worst time to not know where a costume is, is when you have a fast change. That is, if you have multiple performances. Otherwise, you don't have to worry about quick changes.
-Warm up! Having a great costume, and perfect makeup may be gorgeous on the stage, but if you're not properly warmed up, the performance won't be as spot on. You can plan out a warm up routine, or just mentally think of what are place that should be warm in order to perform to the greatest extent.
I hope this was helpful! New post coming tomorrow, I promise :)
Thanks for reading!
Monday, June 4, 2012
Recital Series: Dress Rehearsal
Hi everyone! Long time no...post? So today I'm going to start my recital series. I know that quite a few have probably already had their recitals/demonstrations/performances, and mine is this weekend, but to those who still has theirs coming up, I'm going to start posting some (hopefully!) helpful advice about getting ready, and perhaps the day of recital.
My first topic that I am going to cover is the dress rehearsal. I don't know what it is like for every dance studio, but since my recital is this Sunday, my dance studio has a dress rehearsal on Saturday. The full thing spans over 7 hours, but the dancers don't have to be there the whole time, just whenever your 10 minute rehearsal time(s) on the stage are.
Tips and Ideas
-The dress rehearsal is a great time to make sure that you have everything you need for the real performance. So if you forget something, or realize you need another thing, you have time to make sure that you can get whatever you need by the performance.
-When rehearsing a piece onstage, be sure you are doing everything to the fullest extent that you would in the real thing. If you don't, you may not have a good grasp on how it will be when the real thing rolls around. If you are relying on the mirror in your dance studio, or your instructor's cues for a move, to complete an excellent performance, then doing it alone (without the cues or mirror, I mean) will be difficult.
-Ask questions. If there is any doubt about anything, do not hesitate to ask or clarify. Being overly prepared is better than trying to convince yourself that you probably have it, while doubt still resides in the back of your mind.
I hope this helps! I'll continue to post everyday hopefully, but I'm not quite sure how many topics I want to cover yet.
Comment if you have any advice, or questions.
Thanks for reading!
My first topic that I am going to cover is the dress rehearsal. I don't know what it is like for every dance studio, but since my recital is this Sunday, my dance studio has a dress rehearsal on Saturday. The full thing spans over 7 hours, but the dancers don't have to be there the whole time, just whenever your 10 minute rehearsal time(s) on the stage are.
Tips and Ideas
-The dress rehearsal is a great time to make sure that you have everything you need for the real performance. So if you forget something, or realize you need another thing, you have time to make sure that you can get whatever you need by the performance.
-When rehearsing a piece onstage, be sure you are doing everything to the fullest extent that you would in the real thing. If you don't, you may not have a good grasp on how it will be when the real thing rolls around. If you are relying on the mirror in your dance studio, or your instructor's cues for a move, to complete an excellent performance, then doing it alone (without the cues or mirror, I mean) will be difficult.
-Ask questions. If there is any doubt about anything, do not hesitate to ask or clarify. Being overly prepared is better than trying to convince yourself that you probably have it, while doubt still resides in the back of your mind.
I hope this helps! I'll continue to post everyday hopefully, but I'm not quite sure how many topics I want to cover yet.
Comment if you have any advice, or questions.
Thanks for reading!
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