Trevor’s demo reel

Check out Trevor’s demo reel. It consists of scenes from his work on Lifeway’s, Worship Kidstyle. I am very proud of the work he did on this project. The main characters: Trent, Amy and Trevor are like family; I wish we could have continued this project. We did make it 16 episodes, which is quite an accomplishment for such a series. Special thanks to Hal Sandifer, the director, of Backyard Explorers who created the demo.

Going back to Cali

Going back to Cali

It seems only right to make this my post… When I was listening to LL Cool J’s song in the 1980’s called, “Going Back to Cali” I had no idea nor a desire to go to California for any reason. Now, 2010, I have already been more times than I can count…I really don’t know how many time I have gone. My dream was to have a house, nice car and golf all summer. I now have a house, decent car and I took my golf clubs this time to Los Angeles. My son’s dream is a little different than mine and Joelene’s, but we plan to support him. So it’s off to Beverly…Hills that is, movie stars, sunshine and concrete swimming pools. A lot of people ask us what are you going to do when you get there? Well, the real answer is we don’t really know. It could be nothing…but we hope to be going to auditions and meeting with casting directors and producers in hopes of getting Trevor in a film or television pilot. It really scares me; but I really know that my son is talented and I want to provide as many opportunities for him as I can. It’s really no different than the parents’ who do the traveling sports teams; you just try to provide opportunities. I ask you to pray for us as we take this journey, pray for wisdom, safety and opportunities.. I want to share the love of Christ wherever we go, and why not in the City of Angels… I will try to update the blog as much as possible and send pictures and videos along the way.

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American Dream

Trevor is rehearsing a song he is singing tomorrow, "American Dream" by Casting Crowns. It is sounding good. He can also now play and sing "let it be" on his piano.

I love that kid...

If anybody reads this; know that the Martins are blessed!

Good Things happening

Trevor has had two requests from Hollywood to put auditions on tape. This weekend he is working with Andy Stahl (currently acting in the Hit Movie "The Blind Side"). Andy is a friend of Joelene's family and a career actor. He has agreed to coach Trevor. I hope he brings us some good luck. Either way it is pretty cool to see Trevor work with such a talented and successful actor.
The movie Trevor was in this past summer had a screening two weeks ago and Trevor's big 11 second scene made the editing phase. The movie starred a Cheetah girl and Sterling Knight. Trevor's manager feels encouraged that there will be other movie opportunities. We are also hoping for a part in a movie to be filmed in Nashville. All he needs is one break; I know once someone works with Trevor, they will like him.

Trevor's Piano Recital

Trevor at his recital. He is getting better.

Merry Christmas

It has been a while since our last blog. Trevor has been extremely busy swimming and has gotten in very good shape. He continues to love basketball and I am coaching his team; we are 1 and 1. He has put an audition on tape for a feature film that will tape in New Orleans. He is so ready for a film opportunity; he has worked hard and I think he deserves a chance. It is a tough business; but he keeps a positive attitude and has no doubts that it will happen sometime. He continues to sing at church and a few talent contests, but it is difficult to get him anywhere to sing. (if anyone has a place for him to sing, let us know)
I am now a google certified teacher, which is pretty cool to me. I spent a few days in Washington DC with some very smart people. I am looking to put me skills to work with some professional development training.
Here is a clip I made on animoto.com
http://animoto.com/play/arD94lk20w1G1bZE7Wnk2Q

Joelene had some amazing meals over the break so far. Trevor and I got her 993 New Balances and she is very happy!