Welcome to Art Appreciation Monday!
We had the pleasure of seeing photography by Logan Houchens, last Art Appreciation Monday.
This week, I am very honoured to be joined by a very talented actress!
I've never had an actress before on Art Appreciation Monday, and I'm really excited to introduce the wonderfully talented actress... *drum-roll*!
Actress Jacqueline King, has an astounding reputation with films such as Star Trek Into Darkness (2013), Hello Herman (2012), The Riverside Shuffle (2010), and recently portrayed Ariana (awesome name right?!) in The Exes episode, Prelude to a Kiss (2013). Not only is Jacqueline King an amazing actress she advocates extremely green living and shares her healthy advice, and delicious recipes on her blog, Beverly Hills Farms!
Jacqueline: Jacqueline king
Ariana: Are you human/boy/girl?
Jacqueline: Woman
Ariana: What Country/Planet/State are you from?
Jacqueline: California
Ariana: Do you have brothers/sisters/only child?
Jacqueline: I have one step-brother and one step sister
Ariana: Do you have any pets?
Jacqueline: Yes, a chihuahua named Lola and a bulldog named Shakespeare.
Ariana: What is your favourite colour?
Jacqueline: Periwinkle.
Ariana: Favourite movie?
Jacqueline: Sunset Blvd.
Ariana: Favourite song?
Jacqueline: I can't say that I have one favorite. It depends on my mood.
Ariana: Birthday?
Jacqueline: October 28th- Scorpio
Jacqueline King employs her amazing talents as an actress, she works to fit into each role with a natural ease and a clear mind- touching each part uniquely and individually, so that all of her characters are special. And they're truly given a special flair, by such an astounding actress!
Ariana: What inspires you most to act?
Jacqueline: I love putting myself in other people's shoes. In getting to know my characters I get to know myself better and hopefully the same happens for the audience
Ariana: How do you cope with lack of inspiration?
Jacqueline: I do love good coffee but I don't think it helps with inspiration as much as stamina. When I'm preparing for an acting role if I get stuck the best thing is to go back to the text. When you read it triggers your imagination so I always feel like that's a good way in. When I'm working on a character I also like to think about what kind of music they like to listen to, what a normal day in their life would be like. How what is happening in the script is different. Scripts aren't written about average days. When I need a break or to change my mood yoga is always like hitting a reset button.
Ariana: Talking about munchies... do you have a favourite food/drink?
Jacqueline: My favorites would be truffles and champagne as special treats, Green smoothie and tofu are day to day favorites. Oh and even though I live in LA, I love both gluten and dairy. Love them.
Ariana: You have a lovely blog called Beverly Hills Farms, when did you decide to start raising your own garden?
Jacqueline: I started growing herbs and tomatoes on the patio when I lived in my old apartment mainly because I like to cook and it was nice to have them handy. When I moved to a house with a yard I figured "why not try to grow more?" so I did and was surprised how easy and rewarding it is.
Ariana: What started this idea of Beverly Hills Farms?
Jacqueline: I was really interested in the urban farming movement and I have always had friends tell me I should be a chef so I decided to start writing down my recipes and focus on cooking with fresh seasonal ingredients. I think eating healthy is really important as is the local and slow food movement, so I wanted to promote those ideas in a way that is fun and entertaining.
Ariana: You've got some amazing recipes on there, are these all your own original recipes or are they already existing recipes with your own modifications?
Jacqueline: They are for the most part my original recipes. Occasionally friends will give me recipes to share and I make a note of that when that is the case.
Ariana: What are some of your favourite things to grow in the garden?
Jacqueline: Tomatoes and lettuce.
Ariana: What you're doing is very important, to raise awareness of GMO and inspiring people to go out and work outside more and be part of the world. This isn't exactly what a lot of people would expect to find in Los Angeles- Are people ever surprised to discover you're as natural as you are?
Jacqueline: I don't think anyone who lives here would be surprised, but people from other places might have only seen the LA of the tabloids, movies and reality TV. This is another reason why I write my blog- to help dispel the myth that LA is full of only plastic people. There are so many wonderfully grounded, creative and spiritual people here. This city is an inspiration in itself.
Ariana: To return to acting... Acting can be very tiring, how do you manage to have energy afterwards to garden?
Jacqueline: Sometimes the garden gets unruly and things get overgrown, especially when I'm traveling, but its small enough that you can take an afternoon and get things back in good shape. We also have automated irrigation which really helps.
Ariana: Getting into character can be difficult, what is one of the hardest things for you to do on set? Jacqueline: Every day is a little different. Acting is a balance of staying relaxed and focused, and trusting the preparation you have done. Some days it's easier to find that balance than others.
Ariana: Of all the things you've done so far, what has been your favourite role so far?
Jacqueline: I had a role in a small movie called "From Grace" the cast was amazing and we shot in a lovely little town called Idyllwild. I played a young woman with cancer so it was very challenging but I felt like I learned a lot about gratitude, the fragility of life as well as acting. So that was probably my favorite role. I had a very small role in Star Trek into Darkness but I got to work on that set for a month and again the cast was wonderful as was working with JJ Abrams. It was an incredible experience, a dream come true.
Ariana: What would you suggest for someone who is just beginning with acting?
Jacqueline: Learn your craft, take classes, do plays, read books but don't forget it's a business and you need to market yourself.
Ariana: When did you decide you wanted be an actress?
Jacqueline: I did my first play when I was in third grade.
Ariana: Do you have any interests outside of acting?
Jacqueline: I teach yoga and I volunteer with an organization that is working to limit the influence of corporate money in politics and overturn citizens united.
Ariana: How do you wind down after a day of acting?
Jacqueline: I love to hike with my dogs, do yoga, hang out with friends or my fiancé, eat good food, drink good wine, listen to music...all the usual stuff.
Ariana: What would your advice to other artists/actors and actresses be?
Jacqueline: My advice to anyone would be nourish yourself. Physically, emotionally, spiritually. Do things and surround yourself with people who fill you rather than deplete you. Take time every day to sit quietly with yourself. Find a way to express your creativity, don't wait for someone else to give you permission. It's easier now than ever.
Jacqueline was recently featured on Big Morning Buzz Live, you can watch her here as she promotes her blog Beverly Hills Farms!
I want to thank Jacqueline so very, very much for participating in Art Appreciation Monday! She has, like so many of the past artists, encouraged and inspired new artists in the world. It is really fantastic to have different artists participate in Art Appreciation Monday, so that way all art can truly be appreciated!
So, thanks to Jacqueline King again for participating, and taking the time to answer with such kindness as she did! :)
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