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Application for Creatrix waitlist:  https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoDNIJn6jKIewJ4O2hfC5ayighWaSmcHV9S583uZMFChr_9w/formResponse

How to alter fishnets with feet (only works with high quality, dancer-grade fishnets)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uth4Ro1-AA

Example of high quality dancer grade fishnets from Capezio
https://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Womens-Studio-Fishnet-Seamless/dp/B002YQ2GIW

Looking Glass Gems:  minority woman-owned, family operated business with beautiful glass flatback stones for costuming:  https://www.lookingglassgems.com/

For people with vulvas, a anti-cameltoe device:  just a business card (ha!) and scissors
https://youtu.be/Phn-d9OyTtU

For people with penises, get a dance belt:  https://www.capezio.com/quilted-dance-belt

Black eyeliner from Sephora (only $12!) with a brush applicator:  https://www.sephora.com/product/long-lasting-eyeliner-high-precision-brush-P303302?country_switch=us&lang=en&skuId=1370766&om_mmc=ppc-GG_17789371101___1370766__1025576_c&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7JOpBhCfARIsAL3bobfCHNlYXsDGcawp03-g65qy6e4p_NgOGamDaM6kRoqh44kF2gl8a3gaAlsyEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Glue for costuming:  E6000 https://www.homedepot.com/p/E6000-2-oz-Clear-Adhesive-237032/203279322
Make sure you're working in a well ventilated area

Black latex eyelash glue:  https://www.amazon.com/DUO-Strip-EyeLash-Adhesive-Lashes/dp/B0012IN8Q2?th=1

This is an example of toupee tape that will hold ANYTHING in place:  https://www.amazon.com/Walker-Yards-Front-Support-Toupee/dp/B07115F38H/ref=asc_df_B07115F38H/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312049381675&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8473514013584143447&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1025576&hvtargid=pla-571091557198&psc=1


Ready to step up your performing arts game? Here's your golden ticket! Join me as I peel back the curtains and share a treasure trove of performing arts tips and tricks. Imagine never having to worry about your fishnet stockings looking ridiculous or skin irritation from wearing them. That's right! I'll guide you through modifying fishnets and let you in on a skin-saving secret - pantyhose! I also update you on the Creatrix waitlist, which sold out faster than a Broadway show in five hours (head is still spinning, I can't feel my face).

Curious about how to make your costumes dazzle? Ever wondered how a business card can become a performer's best friend? And for all you eyelash lovers out there, I've got a nifty trick

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xoRachel
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Profit first calculator example- this is the system I use (thanks, Sandi!) for allocating my income into different accounts to keep my life running smoothly.  This is also why, when I ran out of money this summer, I still HAD money in different places to use. 

Sandi York, Fit Money Coach- fantastic free resources here on her Instagram!  10/10 recommend working with Sandi if you get a chance.

Creatrix: unleash the Muse- mark your calendars!  Applications open for Creatrix, the retreat experience, Friday Oct. 13th (Friday Oct. 6th for patrons!)  Follow this link for details!

Ever had one of those summers where you just felt like not working? Yeah, so did I and guess what, the results are in.  Amidst the Halloween frenzy, I'll be reminding you about the importance of double-checking those gig contracts. Remember, never assume that fundraisers and nonprofits are meant to be donated performances.

Speaking of value, let's dive into a topic often side-stepped by us creatives - finance. I once feared the mere sight of QuickBooks, until I met Sandy York, my accountant. She unveiled the world of self-education in finance, and how empowering it can be. We delve into this crucial topic, busting the myth that artists can't manage money. Also on the roster is an exciting update on the launch of Creatrix applications for patrons. 

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Creatrix:  the retreat experience
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Genesis:  air, water, life
This is the act I referenced in the episode.  Not the time to be depleted.

The Green Door Life:  nutrition for athletic performance

Join me as I recount the trials of an extreme bodybuilder's diet I once adopted in the pursuit of visual perfection for a performance. The resulting dehydration wasn't just scary - it nearly sabotaged the show. Note to self- the objective for a bodybuilder is. not. the. objective. for a high-yield athletic aerial act.  Seems obvious in retrospect, I was blind to it in the moment.

Don't try this at home.  Seriously don't.

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Instagram post and heartfelt answers from readers

In episode 47 of Audacity Works, we're going to challenge the status quo, examining the loaded implications and the undeserved hierarchy the labels of "professional" and "amateur" have built in our world. Let's shed light on why these labels are less stigmatizing in sectors like sports, and come to our own conclusions. I also wanna take a second to decouple 'professional' from its accrued connotations of moral superiority, technical skill, and commitment. 

I'd also like to celebrate the amateur artist, hobbyist and the recreational artist, acknowledging their immense contribution to the arts spectrum.  This episode is an invitation for us to redefine these labels autonomously, eroding their oppressive power and recognizing the inherent value in all forms of artistic expression. 

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Click here to get on the list to learn more about Creatrix: a retreat experience coming May 2024.

Welcome to my second Buffet episode!  When I get great questions I want to answer but I don't have necessarily 20 minutes to devote a whole episode to each topic, we get a Buffet.

Today's Buffet includes:
- Ageism in circus, and what to do when you're at the top of your game but are still hungry for something more
- Flow state, and accessing this state during an injury
- The episode concludes with a surprising twist as my friend Chris pitches in an unexpected question about witchy stuff

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The haps: 
The Audacity Project: Cycle 25 is enrolling this week!  Click here for information, enrollment, or to schedule a call.

The episode:
For anyone who has contemplated pivoting away from a conventional career path and stepping into the realm of full time freelance weirdo, feeling judged AF can come with the territory.  I want to dive in to this head on, on the request of a very Audacious alumni who is experiencing this now.  

We'll unpack what's happening and offer some alternative ways of looking at the conundrum, as well as giving you some actionable advice for when you're navigating judgment from others.  

May you love what you find. 

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In the course of this episode, we plunge into the emotional whirlpool that accompanies physical injuries. It's not just the body that needs time and care to heal, the mind wrestles its own battles. Often, the emotional struggle of feeling ‘less than’ before an injury outweighs the physical ones.  

I'll give you some suggestions for altering your perspective during these little jaunts through Mordor, I hope they serve you well.

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Sweet Retreats Mexico: enrolling now (half full!)

CREATRIX:  Unleash the Muse coming soon (jump on the information list here!)

Money, it's a Ga$$:  a lil bloggy blog on the difference between getting hired vs. self-producing a one-off event

Are you selling yourself short as an artist? Are you pricing yourself out of your market?  So many questions, so few actual numbers.  We're faced with this hard-hitting question in today’s episode. We confront the discomfort and spill the truth on the controversial issue of performing for free or at a low cost, a plight all too familiar to many artists. Unpack the potential harm of underpriced performances, why it's pivotal to understand industry nuances, and empower yourself with the right questions to ask.

Navigating gig life and differentiating between community, regular, and private events can be daunting, but understanding these nuances is instrumental in setting an appropriate fee.

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xoRachel
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Can morning pages be done in the afternoon, or even at night? Can you do them incorrectly?

Drawing from my own experiences with morning pages, a journaling exercise introduced by author Julia Cameron in her acclaimed book The Artist's Way, welcome to my soap box about the flexibility of this practice—it doesn't have to be a morning ritual for everyone, and there's absolutely no one-size-fits-all approach. We delve into my journaling adventures, from how I create an inspiring ambience for writing, to choosing a pen that sparks joy. We'll tackle the common ennui that occasionally strikes during morning pages. Uncover creative strategies to reignite your interest for this practice, from altering your writing schedule to penning letters from different perspectives— even from your own body parts.


Morning Pages as coined and described by Julia Cameron

My beautiful amazing fountain pen I never get tired of

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Some tales from the trail on DIY fundraising, and different ways to get funding for your creative work.  You need three things to create work:  vision, resources, and skill, and it's my opinion that the work is best served when it's approached in that order. 

Funding belongs the 2nd of those three facets.  We know we need it, we know when we don't have it, so how do we approach going for it without feeling like a douchebag?

My first public ask for funding, on my little ole blog.

My first Kickstarter campaign for the petri dish

Blooper reel from my first Kickstarter campaign

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xoRachel
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