In November and December 2007 through January 2008, I had the pleasure of taking the “Self Maximization” Basic & Advanced classes taught by Karla Renee’ at The Acting Center.  I had first heard about the class through the Parks and Recreation catalog for Post Falls.  At first, I was interested in taking the class to further my knowledge and skills as a photographer from both sides of the camera.  After the first class, however, I quickly fell in love with all the material and our instructor, Karla.  She is such a sweet woman with so much knowledge to share.  She has a unique teaching style that is fun, puts you at ease and encourages you to succeed.  Karla comes from a modeling background herself, as well as previous owner of a modeling agency in CA.

The class covered such topics as: Face Angles & Body Shapes, Clothing Styles, How-To Makeup Applications for Glamour and Black & White Photography, Skincare, Posture & Runway Training, Stretching Exercises, and overall guidelines for a modeling Headshot, Resume, and Audition Tips.

By the end, Karla encouraged me to see where modeling would take me and quickly recommended me to her contacts in the industry.  In March 2008, I became a model and it has truly been an exciting & refreshing twist to the norm.  I have had the pleasure of working this past year as a live mannequin, 2 runway shows, posing for art classes, and print work opportunities.  I would highly recommend taking classes from Karla if you are seriously interested in the Acting or Modeling Industry—you never know where it may lead!