“I was please that so many showed up,” said Galvin. “I am always happy to teach others what I have learned and the mistakes and successes I have had.”

The response was overwhelmingly positive. Galvin hopes to have more seminars soon.

Look for some of my work at:**ObserverNewspaper**DUO Magazine**Cultural Quarterly**Aristocats Magazine**Atlantic Avenue Magazine

ALSO previously seen in: CitySmart Magazine (most mags 2001-2008), Cravings Magazine, Palm Beach Illustrated, BocaRaton Observer, Neighborhood News, New Times, Sun-Sentinel, The Forum (various publications),  BocaRaton.com, Into Combat Magazine, Our Town News, Art of the Times Magazine and many more. See my Wikipedia site for more samples/ info.

PUBLICITY:

I have done publicity for various companies and individuals from stock brokers to filmmakers, working on blogs, press releases, coming up with catchy content and branding, showing how to target the correct audience. I have worked on SEO, how to network, how to be seen, etc.

Lucky Streak cast & crew came out for screening

www.luckystreakthemovie.com.

When I read Rachel’s book, it was like I was sitting in her living room, curled up in my “make yourself at home” position, with a glass of smoky, woodsy red listening to someone who has “been there” just simply tell me how to do it… Refreshing. Honest. Inspiring. Not only does Rachel grab you by the shoulders, look you in the eyes and say, “get out there!” she shares the steps, helpful hints and “secrets” that many actors might keep to themselves. I even learned how to align my chakras!

After sharing the compelling story of her own journey, Rachel outlines in a quick and witty read the basic ins and outs of the business of being an actor. From which classes to take to the latest networking techniques. However, since she is multi-talented and “fluent” in many genres, she adds a section at the end – After you have “made it”, try this and this and this. How optimistic! How encouraging! How positive! Buy this book today; curl up in your favorite chair, with your favorite liquid enjoyment and… your new best friend in the Biz!

Basics of the Biz:: A Holistic Approach to Becoming an Actor (Volume 1)

“Basics of the Biz…” is available on Amazon.com.
Also, visit her Wikipedia site http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Galvin. A new website for the actress/author/filmmaker is currently in development. Visit her on IndependentStreak.Ning.Com in the meantime.

Rachel Galvin & Keri Lurtz on set of "Lost Angel"

“Working on the set of ‘Lost Angel’ was a real privilege,” said Rachel Galvin, who not only had the chance to be a student named Joan in the film, but also took on the role as production assistant. “The cast and crew showed the utmost professionalism. In fact, it was the most serious sets I have worked on since Los Angeles.”

Perhaps the professionalism on set stemmed from those involved in the process, including writer/ director/ lead actress Keri Lurtz, whose last film “Unconditional” was shown at Cannes Film Festival. Lurtz is accomplished in her own right in all aspects of the business. Joining this talent was a whole crew of top notch workerbees. For more information on the film, visit www.imdb.com/title/tt1524558 or www.lostangelthemovie.com.

Scott Gerard (camera operator) & Rachel Galvin on set of "Lost Angel"

Galvin had the chance to work in many different aspects as a production assistant, including everything from dressing the set and reading lines with waiting actors to tracking down extras, doing behind the scenes footage and still photography. Her main assignment seemed to be helping the grips, which involved moving lights, cables, sandbags, cameras, etc. She also placed props and overall made sure that everything was running smoothly under the direction of Assistant Director, Theresa Frankel, who also was 5th unit director.

“It was laborious to be sure,” she said, “lifting all that equipment gave me a workout. But I had a blast. It was interesting because I was holding the camcorder of (3rd and 4th unit) director, Jeff Yarlett, and my camera at all times so that I could capture footage and I was hauling gear at the same time!”

Actor Stelio Savante (”Starship Troopers”) came in from Los Angeles to join the cast. “It was wonderful to watch the dynamic between his character and Keri’s, who played Samantha. It was electric. They really played with the roles making it fresh every time.”

The film was originally released in 2009, but required some reshoots and that is when Savante and several other actors, including Galvin, were brought into the mix.

“Lost Angel” will be shown at the Delray Beach Film Festival on March 28 at 12 p.m. at the Crest Theatre, 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach.

“This is the most over-the-top I have ever played,” she said, adding, “It was a lot of fun really letting loose with this character and the other actors were great to work with.”

“Short Takes on Life” has wrapped and producer/ writer Steve Daron is

Steve Daron & Rachel Galvin

currently seeking a distributor in Los Angeles.