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Taking a step back

It’s not too often that I feel disappointed in myself after dance class. But tonight really put things into perspective…

Learning one of Vinh’s most difficult pieces is a feat itself. If you finish class, regardless of what happens, you should keep going til the end. But today… I actually gave up towards the end. I wasn’t feeling tired, I know I could of kept going, but I didn’t. My body felt lazy and my mind was just too confused from overthinking what i’m doing wrong when it should really all be muscle movement. It could of been a number of things: I didn’t eat dinner yet (it’s a night class), I couldn’t get a certain 8 count, the piece itself needs at least 2 hours for muscle movement to kick in for everyone. But all in all, it should be FUN. I keep telling myself that, but I don’t feel that way.

The mentality that the demographic of the class being mainly high school and college undergrads is merely an excuse to not take it. But I don’t feel the same vibe since I haven’t done my fair share in being a part of the San Diego community and taking the time to establish friends/acquaintances. My demographic is either in a collegiate team/crew or in a dance agency already. So finding my way to be involved in the community will take some effort.

I don’t want to stop dancing. I don’t want it to be a hobby that I just pick up today and put aside forever because it’s already a lifestyle that I put so much time into — whether networking or taking class. I’ve decided to not take anymore Advanced classes from well-known artists and build myself through the intermediate/advanced classes from the next generation. I’m not here to be a fan of an artist/crew, buy their merch, and take their classes all the time because of fame. I’m already here in the community and I can see them all the time. It’s a matter of me wanting to be involved with them.

So I gotta pay my dues and learn from up and coming choreographers — i.e. Chris Martin. I’m hoping to get myself involved in a team so I can finally feel comfortable in my new home.

juliemarieee:

vlha:

Vinh is definitely one of my favorites and inspirations.

@1:10 That transition….. x_x

Ugh, Vinhhhh.
Oh! And Dea!! :D she has always been my favoriteee.

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check out Joe Larot from JBWKZ and founder of Press P.L.A.Y.’s new video.

Joe has been one of my biggest inspirations in the dance community and is a huge reason to why i still dancing today. this video was inspired by his daughter and definitely reflects his personality.

You can definitely see why we (Press P.L.A.Y.) dance the way we do.

Wahhh, I love this!

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This is how it shoulda been…Sigh.

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Today’s The Day

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A Short Film project by Daniel Campos.

ABOUT THIS PROJECT

Hello! My name is Daniel Cloud Campos. As a filmmaker/dancer it has been an ABSOLUTE dream of mine to make a feature length film using music, song and dance as the main tools to create…a musical :)

My background in dance covers the last 17 years of my life. I’ve been making films for the past 5. In regards to both, some of my biggest inspiration comes from old movies with Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Charlie Chaplin and so many more of the “greats” that ruled the era of Musicals. It’s an era in which I feel so deeply connected with that I’m certain I should have been born into… lol :) Though since I wasn’t, I realize that my need to channel the Musical era is also a welcomed responsibility to tribute some of the greatest entertainers that ever lived.

So, for the past year and a half my partner, Tamara Levinson and I have been writing our first musical feature film. Though before we actually take it into the studios to pitch, we want to make a SHORT FILM version of it to be included in our presentation. In addition to our presentation, the short will also be submitted to major film festivals in order to generate some interest. As Walt Disney advised, “Make it so good that they’ll have to want it”.

Our short film is titled, “Today’s The Day”. It follows a kid who works as an intern at STAR TALENT, one of the top dance agencies in town, and his dream in life is to become a professional dancer. He knows he’s meant for so much more, but he lacks the courage and confidence to fight for it…until, today. The film is also about standing up against insecurity, doubt and fear and protesting that, “Today’s the day I make my dreams come true! I will no longer be the wall that stands in my way.” Because we are whatever we imagine ourselves to be. All we need is to believe it…

…and I believe in this short film 1000%. I believe this short will open the doors to getting our feature film made and when that happens, I believe that it will leave a mark in film history. I believe it will be a film that you’ll re-watch from time to time to put a smile on your face or lift your spirits.”Today’s The Day” is a light, warm-hearted, feel good film, that in my opinion, is so needed today. The world loves song and dance, so where did the Musical go? Help me bring it back! :)

If “Today’s The Day” speaks to you, I hope you will make a pledge. Be it large or small, anything you can contribute will help fund our project. Please also consider sharing our Kickstarter link on Facebook or Twitter and encouraging your friends or anyone who may find this of interest, to swing by and check us out.

Thank you so much for your time and for Believing in the future of, “Today’s The Day” :)

Sincerely,
DCC

Ps: Below I’ve included a bit of my work. I hope you enjoy!