The Hollywood Musical Composing Industry is very difficult to access, especially as a female immigrant. To survive in the male-dominated industry, it requires Passion, tenacity, vision, and dedication. "There have been steps in the right direction, but still, it's one industry vocation where women are most under-represented," says Penka Kouneva, a Bulgarian Emmy nominated female composer in Hollywood.

Once granted access, then comes the dilemma of finding consistent work. Penka discusses how discovering her Purpose and staying true to the Process catapulted her amongst the greats in the industry.

In this episode of Process, Purpose, and Passion, we learn:
● Collaboration is essential when it comes to musical composition and the arts in general. It takes a collective effort.
● Networking is a must in the entertainment industry, especially with musical composition. It's the difference between consistent and inconsistent work.
● The process of musical composition from ideas to manifestation.
● The power of mentorship and the responsibilities that come with it.
● How essential referrals from friends, past clients, and relationships are. It's a very "word-of-mouth" business.
● Financial pitfalls and blunders that come along with funding your own projects.
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What does it really take to become a working actor? In this episode of Heart of the Artist, we sit down with Working Actor, Producer, and Writer Deric Augustine, who fills us in on just that. Deric’s credits include Queen Sugar, NBA2k, Cloak and Dagger, Criminal Minds, and Vampire Diaries (talk about a full resume!), and he divulges what it was like to work with stars such as Ava DuVernay, Forest Whittaker, and Rosario Dawson. But it wasn’t always smooth sailing for Deric. He tells us about the huge hurdles and grief he had to overcome after losing his mother while pursuing his dreams and the challenges of pitching a script to major movie studios in an environment that lacks diversity. 

In this episode:

● There aren’t enough films out there that tell the history of black people. Deric is working on a script about the Kushites and ancient Egypt!
● When pitching a script about black history, it is not easy to find studio heads of color
● How do you deal with the grief that comes from the passing of a loved one while you’re trying to pursue your dreams?
● From bar-tending in NYC to booking roles in Los Angeles
● Artists, find a mentor and be financially smart!!
● Playing a real person (especially a mega icon like Muhammad Ali) is not something to be taken lightly
● What’s it like to work as an actor on a major video game?
● Deric tells us about working with megastars like Ava DuVernay, Forest Whittaker, Rosario Dawson, and more!
● Find Deric on Instagram @dericaugustine

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Sunny Vachher, Executive Producer 
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KINGDOM is the latest hit pop album by Scott Mulligan @imscottmulligan , a sensational recording artist with a unique soulful-rock sound that you simply cannot turn off.

Watch and listen how the once @disney Tarzan has become a rising pop icon. Interviewed by life coach Kaden James @kaden Scott details the intricate meaning behind his latest smash EP. "Kingdom is listening to your intuition, it's accepting yourself, it's following your passion, it's celebrating the best of who you are - Kingdom means you are good enough, accept it." Powerful words by a powerful artist.

“Flowers possess the same traits that God has put in us and if we really pay attention to nature and flowers they can really teach us in how we should be as humans.” In this episode of Heart of the Artist we sit down with the uber talented Toboreh Oweh, who tells us about her life as a floral designer. This Nigerian goddess ditched her white dental assistant coat and model career in NYC, packed her bags, and started her unique flower business in sunny California. But Toboreh’s journey wasn’t all sunshine and roses.  Being an immigrant on an undocumented DACA status who can’t even go back to visit her homeland of Nigeria only begins to tell of the hurdles that Toboreh has overcome. Despite that, she always remains optimistic and upbeat, and she has a talent for finding the beauty in both nature and life. Toboreh shares her unique philosophy surrounding the spirituality of flowers and how they can teach us a thing or two about living life to its fullest. 

In this episode:

● How to start a floral career and what it takes to be a floral artists
● Toboreh Oweh is here to explain how a US immigrant on DACA status can start their own artistic business and thrive
● It’s ok to enter an industry where your ethnicity is not represented. Makes you unique and profitable! cha-ching!
● From dental assistant to NYC to full-fledged entrepreneur 
● Life is about legacy. How are you adding to the world? How are you leaving the world a better place?
● Flowers teach us how to live a selfless life
● The lifecycle of a flower parallels to our lifecycle and individual lives
● The growth of a flower symbolizes and parallels spiritual growth
● If you're sassy and romantic, then express these traits in your art like Toboreh
● Using more environmentally friendly options are very important #climatechange 
● philanthropy and giving back are important and should be a part of every business from day one
● We’re all uniquely created just like flowers and we all have individual stories
● Find Toboreh on Instagram @petaleffect

#HeartOfTheArtist 
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Ding! Ding! Ding! Coming in at 6’1 spiking volleyballs and throwing 3 pointers from center court (literally) is a super SHERO Kalena Ranoa, the gorgeous multitalented artist from San Jose, CA.  Kalena is the epitome of The WERK.  She is a storyteller, producer, director, writer, actress, and the list goes on.  She’s even a volunteer for the Young Storytellers. How and where does she find the time?   Kalena is so busy that it never dawned on her that she did not fit the “Hollywood mold.”  You know, 5’4 blonde bombshell. But that did not stop this 6’1 beauty from auditioning for the Disney Princess.  As a superSHERO, Kalena teaches us how to do the WERK on your terms.  In her hilarious new series GIRAFFES, Kalena sends us on a comedic provocative love triangle where three “giraffes” (tall girls) seduce a very someone special who is disclosed on the show. 

On this episode of The WERK, we learn:
• What to do if you don't fit the Hollywood mold? It's actually expected now!
• The Disney Princess desire has totally "beautifully brainwashed” us. Kalena tells us how to break away and do The WERK!
• Male or Female, height discrimination is a thing! Kalena teaches us that no excuse to not do The WERK.
• Kalena has also directed 2 episodes of razor tongue, a groundbreaking show created by award-winning filmmaker Rain Valdéz, who is an out and proud transgender woman #TransLivesMatter
• The WERK is not just about you.  Its about what you can bring to the table like Tongue who employs 80% queer, trans, female, and POC in front of and behind the camera.
• Kalena teaches us how to be proud, tall, and strong! She is a super SHERO where her WERK is evidence of her success!

#theWERK #WERKsmartnothard    #theWERKpodcast #WERK 

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@zacharyaronson is the creator of the art form known as Open-Fire Pyrography becoming the world's first blow torch artist.  With just wood and series of large to medium blow torches, Zachary paints human portraits with the open flame.

"Making art has been an impulse and necessity my entire life.  I’ve always been creating, this happens to be my current and most intriguing medium.  When I stumbled upon using fire medium it became a new way of achieving the craft I was already developing. As I continued to push the ways to use fire as a drafting material, it became an entirely new art form.  Open-flame pyrography has become my specialty and fascination as I have developed the medium it over the last 10 years." - Zachary Aronson

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Identity and culture play a pivotal role in the entertainment world. Networks such as Netflix, Starz, Disney, and HBO put millions of dollars towards the packaging and marketing of projects to specific demographics. Within the last hundred years, the lack of diversity on screen was apparent, whereas increase diversity and representation now there is more diverse content. Mexican native, Arthur Marroquin discusses how his Caucasian appearance impacts his experience in Hollywood. "My culture means a lot to me, and I sometimes forget about it because I'm so far away from it," says Arthur. He discusses how it's vital to combat stereotyping while also educating others about race and heritage. Throughout, Arthur provides us with insight regarding the Process behind maintaining authenticity and remaining true to your Purpose while allowing your Passion for fuel. Arthur's Process, Purpose, and Passion will continue to serve him as he continues his journey against the stereotypes. 

In this episode of Process, Purpose, and Passion, we learn:

●      Culture and upbringing are vital when it comes to how you perceive and view the world and surroundings.

●      How to push back against stereotypes and educate others about race and ethnicity. 

●      Why it's essential to be your authentic self and not compromise for a role or opportunity. 

●      You don't have to sell out to progress in your given field. 

●      Your identity and uniqueness make you stand out. You don't have to answer to the restrictions that others place upon you. 

●      Training and developing your skills as an Artist are essential when it comes to growing and prospering within the industry. 

●      Please don't be ashamed of your culture; embrace it, honor it. It's a part of your identity, and it's what makes you unique. 

●      Arthur approaches the Arts with integrity, especially when it pertains to his heritage. 

●      Arthur produced his projects and went to one of the top Dance & Theater programs in the country. 

●      What it takes to excel in a business that isn't necessarily educated when it comes to your ethnicity and background. 

We learn about how Arthur's appearance impacts his auditions and acting opportunities.


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