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Learn more about Chanelle

• When did you start practicing? How did this passion find you?

  From my earliest memories I can remember wanting to help others in life. For fun my brothers and I would put on performances and skits for our family, it was always a good time for all.
  
  
  In school I starred in performances and started co-directing. I had countless people I didn't really know tell me I should consider this as a career & that was what made me think hmmm maybe I should do that!
  
  
  After I was accepted into University & College, I started coaching my peers early on. I found not only my passion for helping others to succeed but that I was particularly gifted at seeing what people need & how to help them find it.

• Which artists or works affect you the most?

  Meryl Streep, Robin Williams, Hilary Swank, Sean Penn, Kevin Bacon, Viola Davis, Leonardo DiCaprio, Cuba Gooding Jr., Octavia Spencer, Morgan Freeman, Michael Peña, Norman Reedus, Kristen Wiig, Zach Galifianakis, Kevin Hart, Mohammed "Mo" Amer, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, Charlize Theron, Edward Norton, Don Cheadle, Nathan Lane , Walter Matthau, Jack Lemmon, Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Tina Fey

• What are the qualities and skills required to succeed in this area?

  Perseverance, not allowing others to decide for you what you can and can't do.
  
  
  
  Commitment, you need to create your own path and stick to it. Whatever your goals are, make actionable steps to achieve them and commit to a weekly / daily time commitment, treat it of the utmost importance.
  
  
  Create! if you want to be there & haven't been offered the opportunity, Create It. Go for it, to quote Michael Jordan, "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take!" No matter how it goes, it's better that you tried your best, than didn't try at all.
  
  
  Have Fun! In everything you do, bring joy and you will fly!

• What is the most valuable advice you can give to help someone stay focused on creative projects?

  Give it your best self! Work on it 1st before everything else, that way it gets your best energy.
  
  
  Treat it just like a very important appointment that you absolutely must make, because ultimately it is.
  
  Set a schedule and stick to it.
  
  
  Do the work ahead of time, so once you step into the arena you can let it all go knowing that you are fully prepared & can focus on being present & delivering your best work!

• How would you describe your passion; how does it make you feel?

  It makes me feel alive! Excited and optimistic about what is to come! Gives me purpose and joy.

• What creative achievements are you particularly proud of?

  Spearheading, Directing & Starring a very successful "Night of Comedy" with a team of Alumni.
  
  It was sold out every night & was an absolute blast!
  
  
  More is in the works! Writing & Directing film and theater productions.

• Have you ever been surprised by a student; by their ability or quick progression?

  Absolutely! I'm constantly impressed by my student's abilities and commitment to their growth! I love seeing my students grow quickly and feel very happy about their accomplishments!

• Being a Superprof is an art! What is your secret?

  Always listening to my student's needs and going above & beyond to deliver outstanding results. Being patient & understanding while also providing a motivating and driven environment.