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Summary: Brian Timoney, a prominent figure in the geospatial community, delivers a talk on community and geographic knowledge at FOSS4GNA 2023. He discusses the historical context of mapmaking, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and preserving contributors' work. Timoney also reflects on the evolution of technology, from the first atlas to the current era of accessible spatial data. Despite the widespread use of GPS and the availability of geographic information, he points out challenges, including the increase in backcountry rescues and potential negative effects on human navigation skills. Highlights: - Brian Timoney emphasizes the importance of community and geographic knowledge. -
Two Guys Talking Craft - Episode 53 - "Brian Timoney: The Man & The Method" (Guest Co-Host Brian Timoney) Our good pal Adam from @actingcoachdubai (Formerly called Unstoppable Acting Studio) is getting settled in his new home in Dubai, so with his blessing, we are plugging ahead with our mission to bring you all quality discussions about the craft of acting. It gives me great pleasure to welcome Brian Timoney from Brian Timoney Actor's Studio (https://www.briantimoneyacting.co.uk/) in London as our guest co-host on today's episode where we will dive into Brian's background and his approach to Method Acting. I recently had the opportunity to attend a 2-week virtual Method Acting training class that Brian delivered in January 2023 and I was so impressed with the safe and nurturing environment that Brian created for actors to explore The Method. On this episode 53, we talked about the history of Method Acting, discussed a bit about a few of the lesser known, but massively important acting figureheads from the Moscow Art Theatre [specifically Nikolai Demidov and Eugene Vakhtangov], explored an aspect of the actor's process that could be considered quite controversial to many actors and teachers, and finally chatted about one of Brian's approaches called "Fantastic Realism" A jam-packed episode for you to enjoy. Contact Brian Timoney at https://www.briantimoneyacting.co.uk/ and follow him on Instagram at @brianctimoney Thank you all for your ongoing support of the Two Guys Talking Craft Podcast. Until next time... Stay Safe & Stay Creative My Fellow Travelers, Jared & Adam ********* Listen to previous episodes of Two Guys Talking Craft on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Please join Mike Lampa, Great Data Minds Chief Analytics Officer, as he interviews Matt Krusemark (CEO of Kspatial) and Brian Timoney (Owner and Geospatial Data Architect at The Timoney Group) for an intriguing Executive Insights discussion. This session will open your eyes to the new and improved world of readily available/accessible geospatial data. If you think of geospatial data as elusive, niche, or really hard to work with, this session is for you. Gone are the days when you needed a geospatial expert to help you work with the data, as the old barriers to getting started with geospatial data have gone away: Geospatial support is not just in your BI software - it's likely baked into your enterprise database, data warehouse, and some of your favorite Cloud-native tools like your Sales and CRM software. Maps are becoming more commoditized/mainstream and the data has been essentially unlocked as a means to solve business problems. Matt Krusemark and Brian Timoney are experts on the nuances of geospatial data. They will share simple tips and tricks for leveraging the tools and the people you already have in house (likely without a new investment). They will also explore using 3rd party data - both where to get it and how to use it - to really drive insights. This will make for a quick ROI exercise to share with your executives so that you have the funding and support to expand into the more complex internal (proprietary) and external (public & commercial) data blending.
Marketing yourself: Insights and advice on getting it right Brian takes you on a step-by-step journey through the marketing process for actors, with tips and guidance based on his own experience on the Whens, Whys and Hows of getting yourself out there, seen, heard – and cast! 8 things you will learn about: • Understanding your type – Get out your clipboard! • Making sure you “give good at…” – Honing your strengths • Why training is vital – And how to go about it • Producing a showreel: Quality, authenticity, and no overacting • The headshot – Why you need a professional • Your CV – Training first, acting credits after • The letter: Make it easy for them – bullet points & relevance • When and how to contact the casting agents: Using a rota
Some actors idea of preparation varies. On this podcast we discuss what it is to be prepared properly for auditions and performances.
On this podcast we discuss how much actors are paid and if, in some cases, is it too much?
On this podcast we discuss addiction to getting acting work and if this is similar to being a Crack Ho?
There are four different kind of personalities that come to acting. On this podcast we discuss them. Which one are you?
Chatting about the all-important topic of learning lines, with tips and advice based on Brian’s and Rob’s own experiences – from why it’s not as easy as it looks, to the different techniques and approaches used, through to the importance of understanding the hidden script. 9 things you will learn about: • Learning lines: Not as easy as it looks • Why you shouldn’t learn lines when you’re learning lines • Making it real – Tapping into your unconscious mind • Tips from the greats – What’s Anthony Hopkins’ trick? • Why it’s important to let the script breathe • Getting down to the basics: Doing it line by line • When and how to use associative memory • The role of subtext: Getting to grips with the hidden script • Graft: The importance of putting in the hours
Taking a look at some of the positive and negative aspects of fame, with tips and insights based on Rob’s and Brian’s own personal experiences and anecdotes from some of the acting greats. Discussing issues such as, coping with the loss of privacy, relishing in fame versus becoming a recluse, and the pitfalls to avoid to ensure you enjoy your moment of fame. 9 things you will learn about: • Fame: A dazzling adventure – or a life destroyer? • The “clamping jaws of fame” – and how to escape them • Facing up to loss of self & loss of privacy • Coping techniques: Adapt, embrace – or become a recluse? • Tips from the Greats: How Marilyn Monroe could “turn it off”. • The pitfalls: Working to maintain your fame versus producing good work • Anonymity versus Promotion – Which way should you go? • The right balance: A look at De Niro’s approach • The “hangers-on” – How to sort the authentic from the fame-seekers
Places have an impact on us. Walking on the Right Bank of Paris feels different from a ghetto. This podcast is all about how places can be used (and should be) to affect your acting.
If you really want to “live truthfully” on stage/set then you have to forget about pre-planning. To live in the moment means being present in the moment and not getting caught up with thoughts that take you to the past or the future. This is easier said than done and in many acting schools they only give this a nod and a wink. So, on this podcast we delve deep into what it is to genuinely “live truthfully” on stage or on set.
Is it true that people act in real life? In this podcast we look at how people act in everyday life and how the actor can use this.
A prominent Hollywood casting director once told me that when he auditions an actor, he wants the tenth date version instead of the first date version, metaphorically speaking. On this podcast we discuss this in detail and how it can help you audition even better.
When an actor finds themselves in a “long run” it presents some very unique challenges. On this podcast we discuss them and how to deal with them.
Idris has been incredibly successful as an actor. Find out his secret to acting success on this podcast.
The importance of training in the acting industry – from identifying what type of actor you want to be, to making sure you get the right training, and avoiding the pitfalls and con artists. 8 things you will learn about: • The importance of developing your craft • Why it doesn’t stop after acting school: ongoing training • The right school – avoid the con artists • Identifying the type of actor you want to be • Finding the right training for you • Method Acting versus other approaches • Avoiding ego issues • CV credits: appealing to casting directors
The all-important issue of getting an agent, with tips and guidance based on their own experiences – from the best ways to contact agents, to which ones to target, and how to be creative to make sure you stand out from the crowd 8 things you will learn about: • First things first: The importance of training • Targeting the right agents • Tactics: How many letters, how often? • Putting yourself in the agent’s shoes • Standing out from the crowd – marketing and creativity • Showcasing your work – delivering what the agent wants • Handling the interview – being yourself • So, you’ve got an agent – what now?
The subject of typecasting, with tips and advice based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal experiences, and anecdotes about some well-known actors that may well have you changing your views about getting typecast 8 things you will learn about: • Typecasting – good or bad? • How typecasting can be a foot in the door • “Categorising” at auditions – those first 5 seconds • The importance of establishing your “type” • A sure-fire method to discover your “type” • Why you shouldn’t turn your nose up at typecasting • Headshots: projecting the real you • The importance of CV credits
Performing at your best is all in the mind. On this podcast, we discuss the subtle art of performance psychology.
The thing about any great actor or artists is that they speak their own truth. They are not copying anyone else and they are completely authentic. On this podcast we discuss how the actor can access this.
The ego can ruin a performance and indeed an entire career if unchecked. On this podcast we discuss how to handle the actors ego.
When it comes to character creation many go down the same route. They read the play/screenplay, research the character background, come up with an idea on how they will play them and then deliver that idea. So, I would like to give you another option to think differently about this which will make your characters more authentic and organic. I describe this alternative character creation process on my next World of Acting Podcast. It could be the most important podcast I’ve done.
Here are some more unwritten rules if you want to become the Ultimate Actor.
You need to know what you are selling to casting directors and agents. That’s why knowing your acting type is so important and the subject of this podcast.
This is the biggest revolution in the acting industry since the invention of the TV. I discuss how it will impact the industry and you the actor.
Producing your own theatre show can be a daunting prospect. On this podcast, I discuss the in’s and out’s of it all.
Here are four movie quotes that if taken to heart will improve your acting.
Transitioning from your 9 to 5 job to a professional actor can be tricky. On this podcast, I discuss how to create a “Grand Strategy” to make it happen.
There are good and bad acting teachers. On this podcast we discuss how to spot them.
A film set is a challenging environment for an actor. On this podcast we discuss the best way to deal with those challenges.
As an actor you go through two main transformations. One on a personal level and one into character. On this podcast, we discuss both.
There are two reasons why actors fail to act well. On this podcast we discuss them and how to overcome them.
Many Hollywood actors have gone to rehab. On this podcast we discuss why and does it affect an actors career?
The Godfather Of Method Acting has hung up his acting boots. We look at his work and what we can learn from him.
Can we learn from the great artists of the past and use it in acting? That’s the subject of this podcast
The ability to take an impulse is an essential skill that an actor has to develop. On this podcast we discuss how it happens and how to follow your impulses.
On this podcast, we discuss the ever-increasing importance of creating your own acting work and how to do it.
We all have those moments when we look in the mirror in the morning and ask ourselves a few frank questions. Well, on this new World of Acting podcast I discuss a question that every actor should ask themselves every morning in the mirror.
What if I told you that method actors use not one but two brains. Sounds crazy, right? Well, actor dual consciousness and why it’s crucial is the subject of my next World of Acting Podcast.
Tips and guidance on starting that first acting role based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal experiences – from getting the job, to that first rehearsal, through to the final performance. 7 things you will learn about: Developing your character The importance of an open mind Taking risks & trying stuff out The role of geography & circumstances Being creative: different ways of doing a character/scene Bringing your uniqueness to the role Spontaneity, keeping it fresh
The dos and don’ts of auditioning based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal experiences – from preparing beforehand, to audition techniques, through to coping afterwards 8 things you will learn about: Preparing for the audition The importance of arriving on time Avoiding stress Attitude and respect Focus: avoiding distractions What to wear What to do in the audition room Coping after the audition
Listen to this special podcast with Brian and cast member Victoria Wiseman on the Miss Julie rehearsal process.
One set there are rules and protocols to adhere to. Get it wrong and you will look like an amateur. On this podcast we discuss what they are.
Tips and guidance on the technical aspect of acting – from learning the terminology and handling props, to coping with filming equipment – right through to the final editing process. 7 things you will learn about: • Acting industry terminology • On set: being aware of the technical stuff • Working with props – the value of practice • Hitting the mark – how to get it right • The role of timing: ‘Action’, ‘Camera’ & ‘Cut’ • The editing process: Helping it along • Reaction shots – getting it right
Your host, William Powell, welcomes Method Acting specialist Brian Timoney, who will talk about his approaching to teaching the craft. Dial 347.884.8997 to speak with the guest or the host. From BrianTimoneyActing.Co.Uk Brian Timoney: The Master Of The Method Brian Timoney is one of the world’s leading method acting coaches and author of The Ultimate Guide to Method Acting. Brian has worked in the industry for over 20 yearsand in every major acting medium conceivable, including TV, Film, Radio and Theatre. He has worked as an actor, director, producer and acting coach and has first-hand experience of every part of the industry, and how to create stand-out performances. Brian has worked with 100s of actors over the years and leading UK film directors Ken Loach and Danny Boyle. Brian appeared on the BBC2 program “Murder Most Famous” teaching TV Actors; Sherrie Hewson (Coronation Street/ Emmerdale) and Angela Griffin (Coronation Street/ Holby City) Method Acting techniques. Nowadays, Brian regularly appears in the media, being asked for his comments on various acting news, including the Oscars. Brian has been featured in The Metro, The Stage, The Evening Standard, The Sunday Express and MovieScope magazine, on the BBC and Channel 4.