Survivor: A Short [Hot Mess of a] Film

   
       Before I could even get my makeup on, the photo shoot was over. What would you do if you traveled for hours to get to a photo shoot, and then the camera breaks, and all you have left is a flip recorder the age of a spoiled toddler? Me? I make shit happen. Impressive is what I do best. Fate is a b*tch, but it's her that makes me shine.  We ended up making a short, impromptu film in which I played a gangsta wife --another thing I do best :)

Potion Collective Memorial Day Showcase

        On Memorial Day, The Potion Collective will showcase an impressive line up at Brooklyn Fire Proof East, with myself as the featured artist. :) The holiday celebration features an all-day cookout beginning at 1:30pm. At 7:30, the mic opens up to whichever creative souls are called. ADMISSION IS FREE. At about 10pm, I've compiled a selection of my works to share with you all. I can't even begin to explain how excited I am, but if you have the time to attend, I'm sure to impress you. That, I guarantee. 

Brooklyn Fire Proof East

119 Ingraham Street

Brooklyn, NY 

OPEN MIC

7:30pm

FREE ADMISSION

ELLA's LIVE interview on 90.3FM

           ELLA is LIVE with DJ F.B., and the 90.3FM URI Radio team on Thursday, May 23rd from 12a-3am. To live stream the show, go to WRUI.org or turn your dials to 90.3FM (Southeastern Mass, Rhode Island, Northeastern CT and parts of Long Island). Hear some new, music from Brooklyn's own Hollywood and CF's King Cooper. Meanwhile, ELLA joins to discuss females in the rap game/music industry and her plans to take over.

TO LISTEN NOW, CLICK HERE!

ELLA - 2.23.13 at the Paul Robeson Theatre

I messed up *shrugs* lol

I had SO. MUCH. FUN, though :)

Everything by ELLA

Be nice, yall. 

If you like this and want to see more... or hate it & wanna throw something, come check me at the Paul Robeson Theatre on Saturday, Feb 23rd. 

 

Open mic begins at 8pm. I hit the stage at 9:30pm. 

 I only have 20 minutes in the light tho, don't miss me. Got a couple more for ya. 

REDUCED ADMISSION to $5 if you say my name, say my name. 

Feb 23rd 2013 Featured Artist "Mic On Fire" #OpenMic and #Showcase

Photoshoot: #JTGazeModels - "Bish, I can do that, too."

I had a blast. 

 Had another photoshoot this weekend and, honestly... it's the most comfortable I've ever been in front of a camera my entire life. I love shooting with Jay of JT Gaze Models because he cares about getting a good shot. I love the clean editorial feel he goes for. He also has an online magazine called, Gaze. CLICK HERE to check it out! While Jay certainly gets his shit done, he knows best that it's not easy in New York City. Apparently, it's illegal to just shoot photos anywhere without permits and all that. Then, without paying for trailers/hotels, etc... you've got to figure out where to get hair and make up done. No matter the weather. And no matter who shows us --or doesn't.

The other best part about this shoot was my love, Roielle. I love how strong he is, as a person, because it helps me work. He's picky and judgemental. Some might take that offensive, but I meant that in the perfect way: it forces me to step my game up. Roi & I had a brilliant conversation about artists and performing in which he told me that he "makes people" like me. (He works with Sony on talent management and development.) I then pointed to a random white chick and told him to make her into me, then. He said he could. I say the challenge is on the table & I'm sure Roi didn't expect it to be. & I also say this is why we get along. The people who force you to be a better, more complete and resilient you, are the people you need to keep around. I'm a rookie at all this. I know I've got plenty to learn, but one thing I know is that there is only one Marjorie Marina Thousand. "ELLA" might be anybody... but now I know what I need to show the public. Thank you, Roi, baby <3

And so, to the general public: You've always got to be yourself, which is where my mind was in the shoot below. Not matter what goes on around you, you've got to be headstrong. People will doubt you, push you and underestimate you. This doesn't make them bad people, it simply provides you the opportunity to shine: If you so chose. I truly believe that when you're a star, you shine even when you don't want to. You shine until you die. You shine in the daylight whether they can see you or not, because somewhere on the other side, someone can still see how bright you are.

Keep your head up. 

& Try harder everyday <3

oh.. & warbrobe malfunction: my top really needed a safety pin. I considered retouching... but I have other sh*t to do.

 & this is only a selection of the photos. To see them all, check my Facebook: CLICK HERE.

#IDoThisForFun #RealLifeShit  #Enjoy 

<3

To see more photos from this shoot, check my Facebook: CLICK HERE.

Thanks for browsing! Xo

ELLA Performs 2.2.13

I'm back, yo.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd, 2013

Paul Robeson Theatre

40 Greene Street, Brooklyn, NY

8pm-11pm

$10.00 General admission

  For my videos/recap of last time, CLICK HERE!!

Urban Theatrical Players/Paul Robeson Theatre hosts its third Open performance night. 

They are seeking actors , dancers, singers, MC's, Poet's and etc. to showcase their talent. 

Friday, Dec 14th - ELLA performs

I'm so f*ckin excited.

And so f*cking terrified. 

Come out so I can picture you naked ;) 

Paul Robeson Theatre

40 Greene Ave, Brooklyn, NY

$5 Cover

8pm-10pm

I'm on towards the end --work holiday party... & I'm a Diva ;) 

 

I'll be doing whatever I wanna do to the song below. 

Enjoy. 

Afterwards,  I'm headed to The Den to celebrate with my people. 

One step closer to world domination.  

*Cheers* 

& Pass the jay <3

ELLA for ShanWear (RAW IMAGES)

ELLA in Shanwear

1. I'm far too impatient to wait for the retouching. I'll be wearing Shanwear in my first fashion show FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26th @ 11pm (INFO BELOW) So I thought it'd be nice to have a sneak peek.
2. I also sort of appreciate that these are raw & untouched. I'm not afraid to show everyone what I really look like. So enjoy my blemishes and lazy eye :) Working in advertising, you see what a little Photoshop can do, so I'm excited to see the next round of these, but... in the meantime... what you have below is Photoshop free.  Just real.

Shannon photographs his models himself. Wasn't a high-tech set-up, but it's a beautiful thing because he takes a sh*tload of shots. He sent me 518 and I picked 11. (That's the real.) For a newbie like myself, I appreciated it because I couldn't get down to a few shots just yet... but i might be a beast on my next try. Seeing these certainly shows me where I can grow. Perhaps on the next round, I could do without the background props. I'd like to see what I can do with just my body without relying on objects around me. 

 

For my first shoot, I don't think I did terribly. Judge if you're God *shrugs* 

(#YouWishIWas)Ratchet photos also provided ;)

Trapsion Inc + Touch Tone Tactiks Present:

Fash-Tastic Fashion Show & Music Showcase

FEATURING: Yours Truly, ELLA!!! :) <3

True Sound Lounge

865 E 135th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26th, 2012

Doors Open: 10:30pm

Show Begins: 11pm

TICKETS:

$30 Advanced Tickets (w/ complimentary buffet)

$35 at the door (w/ complimentary buffet)

FOR MORE INFO + TICKET PURCHASE, CONTACT ELLA@JWWWD.com

A Couple Rhymes.

Almost didn't post this, because... I'm shier than I seem. Still, I fight myself in honor of myself. & If I'ma do it, I suppose I gotta do it legendary. 

PS: I'm the hottest mess in the world. But I'm happy & I sleep well at night. 

#FuckWitIt