“We each have a Voice Image which pertains to the sound we produce and our persona. The
SOUND of our voice is really a tone or attitude,
indicating how we’re feeling
at the time we’re speaking.
Our self image reflects itself within our voice.
Self Image leads to Voice Image which reflects
Self Image!”
from Ted Andrews “Sacred Sounds”
Lou Hunt has been a Voice Over Actor and teacher for 36 years; She started in Chicago, moved on to Los Angeles where she created Word of Mouth Productions, providing Voice Over Workshops and Special Events for 16 years. In 1998 she moved to Phoenix where she continues to work and teach.
This is the era of personal communication. In a world of rapid changes, more than ever it’s the power to communicate our own positive human qualities that influences others.
Our voice is the key to expressing ourselves effectively. People who use it well are often thought of as charismatic or having a great presence because of their compelling Voice Image, a voice that draws others into its spell. They have learned how to access the power of their full vocal range. You can too!
"One of the recurring themes that emerged from my clients was the difficulties they had in projecting the kind of 'voice' they desired with loved ones or within the workplace. It became obvious that many of their challenges were similar to the ones we face as Voice Actors. We have to 'recreate' emotions and attitudes in our work; that means we have to recognize what they feel and sound like. So I thought why not apply those methods to everyday life? It’s more fun than therapy!"
In Voice Acting, we learn to re-create and perform emotional reactions, and in so doing we discover how we sound when we express these emotions. You’ll learn easy, playful tools to explore how you’d react in various situations and by recording your voice you’ll hear how it comes across to others. I’ll help you identify feelings, attitudes and emotions. You’ll decide what “images” you like and which ones you want to change; then you’ll start to create different 'personalities' to portray various versions of those voice images.
In the process of 'playing' with your voice, recording it and listening, you’ll realize you can use these tools to control the “image” your voice creates in everyday situations. You’ll learn a great deal about your own emotions, your emotional reactions, your ability to communicate how you really feel, and how to direct those feelings by focusing on what needs to happen in the moment.
Changing your Voice Image will change your Self-Image which will change your Voice Image!
I've coached many people from all walks of life to use their voice more effectively, whether it was as a Professional Presenter, an On-Air Personality, Corporate Executive or just a regular person in everyday situations. Most people find they can create the sound they want!
For Voice Over: These sessions can be a First-Time Consultation in which I’ll have you perform various scripts on mic and give you a critique. At the end of the session I’ll tell you what next steps I recommend. You can also use these sessions to polish the performances you’re working on; to consult with me re: your Demo material; learn to use a recording/editing program, discuss packaging/promotion or just ask questions about the business.
Sessions are $75 an hour. If you want to learn more about using your voice effectively or about Voice Over, please give me a call or set up a consultation. 480.592.0059
More Info at: CreatingYourVoice Image
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Tone Up Your Voice
If you've never thought about your voice as important to your professional and personal life,
you should!
It could make a difference
in your career!
