Welcome to the Mindset section of Elemental Actors Studio Online. Mindset work is introspective, but it's also essential and foundational. Mindset is described in terms of: - the beliefs we hold - the attitudes we bring to a task - qualities like confidence, resilience, and persistence And where could THAT possibly be more relevant... than in acting? What makes mindset especially important for actors is that those internal qualities don’t stay internal-they show up immediately and visibly in the work. For actors, mindset becomes practical through: - your presence and energy in the room, on set, or on stage - how available and effective you remain under pressure - how you respond or even recover when something doesn’t go as planned In the video above, I talk more about this approach and why mindset isn’t separate from craft — it’s what allows us top access it when we need it most. 👉 Please watch the video first, then respond to the prompt below (same as the video). When you think about your acting right now, what feels most challenging or unclear — not technically, but internally? You don’t need to solve it. Just name what comes to mind in this moment. — — Brandon

Welcome to Elemental Actors Studio Online. 🎭 What This Space Is: This studio exists to support actors who want to: - train consistently - strengthen craft through repetition - build clarity and confidence - engage thoughtfully with others There’s no pressure to perform here. Consistency matters more than volume. 🤝 How to Participate: You’re encouraged to: - comment and engage - reflect honestly - ask questions - contribute when something resonates Show up in a way that feels sustainable. 🗂️ Where Things Live: - Craft — technique, exercises, challenges - Mindset — presence, reflection, orientation - Growth — progression, XP, studio updates - Collab — connection and collaboration - Industry Insights — advanced professional context 🎓 Levels & Tiers (High Level): - Free — Orientation & Engagement - 🎓 Apprentice — Training & Practice - 🜁 Practitioner — Precision & Access Skool tracks participation through Levels 1–9, which we interpret as: - Levels 1–3 → Free - Levels 4–6 → Apprentice - Levels 7–9 → Practitioner Progression is intentional, not automatic. 📈 XP & Momentum: We use a light XP system to recognize participation and consistency. It’s not competitive — just a way to track engagement. 👉 Full details are in “XP, Levels & Momentum Explained” (Growth tab). ▶️ How to Begin: - Watch the welcome video - Introduce yourself - Comment on a post that resonates Welcome to the studio. — Brandon

⭐️ Why XP Exists... XP simply recognizes participation. It’s not competitive and not about talent — it's about showing up and participating. 🔢 How XP Is Earned: - Comment on a post → +5 - Reflection post → +10 - Practice submission (video/audio) → +25 - Feedback to 2 peers → +20 - Weekly challenge completed → +25 - Attend a live session → +30 - Milestone recognition → +50 🎓 Levels & Tiers (How We Read Them): Skool shows Levels 1–9. In this studio: - Levels 1–3 → ✅ FREE, Orientation & Engagement - Levels 4–6 → 🎓 APPRENTICE, Training and Practice (~75 XP often signals readiness) - Levels 7–9 → 🜁 PRACTITIONER, Precision & Access (~225 XP often signals readiness) Progression is intentional, not automatic. 📊 About Visibility: You may occasionally see references to Studio Engagement. That’s simply a snapshot of who’s been actively engaging — It's not a ranking. It's a celebration. And hopefully, an inspiration. XP supports participation and promotes progress. If you’re here and contributing... you’re doing it right.

Welcome to the Craft section of Elemental Actors Studio Online. This is where we focus on the skills that support strong, adaptable, resonant acting — voice, movement, script analysis, on-camera work, and the practical tools of the craft. Here, you’ll see exercises, prompts, and challenges. Some will be technical. Some will be exploratory. All are designed to be usable. Think of this space like learning to make bread — simple ingredients, repeated practice, and steady improvement over time. This is not about polish or perfection. It’s about building trust in your craft over time. To start: What’s one part of your craft you’d like to strengthen or revisit right now? It could be: - listening - text work - voice - on-camera ease - specificity - consistency Name it simply. No explanation required. We're listening. — Brandon

Welcome to Elemental Actors Studio Online. So glad you're here. Lots of things in the works and I can't wait to share, but first... Be sure to start by watching this quick intro video — it’ll give you a little taste of what this community is about and some of the places I think we can go together. When you’re done, jump into the comments and let me know: 👉 What’s the biggest acting challenge you’re facing right now? Name it. Claim it. This is where the work begins — with clarity, honesty, and community. Let's go!!! -Brandon