In the last few months I have been studying for two courses and doing some teaching at the same time. It was difficult, but I have to admit all the hard work has paid off. I’m proud to say, firstly, I’ve achieved a women’s business course, secondly, nearly completed a documentary and at the final stages of completing my second course. Sometimes, I wonder how I manage to keep it all together but somehow I do!! The business course was important for me to do as I hope to set up my own production company soon. Creativity runs freely through my veins but maths and numbers I struggle with. These days you need a business head to achieve good success! Watch this space...
As we come close to completing the documentary, I can’t help but feel honoured and privileged to be part of such a experience. I have learnt a lot and still learning as we continue filming. For anyone who is in the industry will know how much patience, planning is needed and thinking on your feet is necessary to make a vision come to life.
I may have started out as a director but it’s not the only role I have played on this project. As we are self funding this documentary, it’s only natural for me to take up other roles. In the last few days I have overseen costume fitting and makeup consultation. It is hairy to say the least!! Mistakes are bound to happen,yes, costly too! For anyone in the business will know taking responsibility is important, you have to be strong willed- no escaping from it.I’m getting there slowly but surely and not afraid of the pitfalls that may come my way.For me, crying tears of joy, frustration and happiness is part and parcel of learning from the experience. Being behind the lens is where I am most comfortable.
As I watch my vision come to life, it is a bit like Dorothy from 'Wizard of OZ'! It's magical when things are going right!!
Phew! If that was not enough, I have one final good news to share. I attended the Annual Leicester Writer’s club dinner a few weeks ago. To my surprise, I received the Trudie Dub award for non-fiction! It recognises writing achievements other than a published novel. In my case it has been blogging, newspaper articles and e- published interviews. I was grateful and happy to receive it:-)
