Gabriel Womack

Retrograde: The seasons change, time gallops forward and the past fades away into that fog we call reality. Seemingly, each day goes out with the tide, and the world loops us back around for another chance. No matter how hard we try to predict it, the future becomes the present, and we naturally move away from the less important things that were a part of our journey in those older moments behind us. We learn. We transition. We grow. The weight shifts toward our goals, and our direction starts even before sunrise. If you notice, each day leaves you with an ability to make a plan for the next. To move or create something that can withstand the passing of time, and support us along the way. Check out what you are bringing with you. It could make a significant difference in how you are able to see your hopes and dreams for the future. #inspiration #path #blacknwhitephotography #retrograde #travel #wein #selfquotes #closeup (at Traveling) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSliLgiLjo6/?utm_medium=tumblr

New Genre Creation: Remember, not so long ago, when music had points of reference called “genres” or categories, where we placed a song in a traditional set of conventions? I have found that working inside those guidelines is actually difficult… especially when you mix pop electronic, soul, acoustic country and David Bowie style vocals. I keep being reminded that no matter what country you are in, no matter the native language or how remote the locale… everyone on this planet understands music. More to come! #musiccreation #newgenre #acousticguitar #wein #electric #songwriting #newsongwriter #newmusic (at In The Music) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSgPHnLr5Yt/?utm_medium=tumblr

Finding the Rhythm: I am on a film set now, and had a few moments to share. I have been asked a few times to describe a writing technique I use… where I create imagery in my mind, or I think about real experiences, and simply write exactly what I see. It’s the details in plain form that help the reader dive into the narrative. You create a baseline description, then build the imagery through the words to provide a pathway for the reader to follow. For example: Playing a Guitar - Simple right? But start with the strum… and then describe the feel of the strings vibrating under your fingertips. Can you create the imagery for a sound? Is it like a wave? How does it move and what does it feel like? The lights come up, and you are watching it all in slow motion. You feel the pick in your fingers, and you see the world is watching you… waiting for that rhythm. To the crowd, you magically appear on the stage. You can hear and feel the crowd chanting. As you inhale, the glossy finish of the guitar flashes under your eyes. You slide your fingers into place, you raise your arm… then brush perfectly across each string, releasing a stair-step of chords and blending together in harmony. Your song begins. You can see the little red light flashing on the microphone, and you gently lean toward the crowd. I would say… slow down (freeze frame) the imagery and look from top to bottom, catching the details in action. Then simply write them down. 1. Guitar; 2. Strings; 3. The Lights; 4. The Crowd; etc… then describe these parts in detail, and place them in the correct order as they happen. Finally, expand on these actions to finalize a story, and bring the descriptions of the experience together. Boom! The imagery comes to life, the words create an experience… and you become the author. #actor #actorlifestyle #acting #actinglife #musicislife #musicismylife #musiclover #songwriters #guitars #guitarist #thinkers_and_writers #wordsmith #writinginspiration #writerslife #poetsofinstagram #poetslife #poets #abundance #abundancecoach #lifecoaching #lifecoach #lifecoachlife https://www.instagram.com/p/CSOBGlErJsO/?utm_medium=tumblr

Finding the Rhythm: I am on a film set now, and had a few moments to share. I have been asked a few times to describe a writing technique I use… where I create imagery in my mind, or I think about real experiences, and simply write exactly what I see. It’s the details in plain form that help the reader dive into the narrative. You create a baseline description, then build the imagery through the words to provide a pathway for the reader to follow. For example: Playing a Guitar - Simple right? But start with the strum… and then describe the feel of the strings vibrating under your fingertips. Can you create the imagery for a sound? Is it like a wave? How does it move and what does it feel like? The lights come up, and you are watching it all in slow motion. You feel the pick in your fingers, and you see the world is watching you… waiting for that rhythm. To the crowd, you magically appear on the stage. You can hear and feel the crowd chanting. As you inhale, the glossy finish of the guitar flashes under your eyes. You slide your fingers into place, you raise your arm… then brush perfectly across each string, releasing a stair-step of chords and blending together in harmony. Your song begins. You can see the little red light flashing on the microphone, and you gently lean toward the crowd. I would say… slow down (freeze frame) the imagery and look from top to bottom, catching the details in action. Then simply write them down. 1. Guitar; 2. Strings; 3. The Lights; 4. The Crowd; etc… then describe these parts in detail, and place them in the correct order as they happen. Finally, expand on these actions to finalize a story, and bring the descriptions of the experience together. Boom! The imagery comes to life, the words create an experience… and you become the author. #actor #actorlifestyle #acting #actinglife #musicislife #musicismylife #musiclover #songwriters #guitars #guitarist #thinkers_and_writers #wordsmith #writinginspiration #writerslife #poetsofinstagram #poetslife #poets #abundance #abundancecoach #lifecoaching #lifecoach #lifecoachlife https://www.instagram.com/p/CSOA3LOrKsv/?utm_medium=tumblr

The Gardens, the fountain and the horse with Sunday Brunch at the @fairmontkealani 📷 @jennacurtis_lala #ironhorse #fairmontbrunchmoments #armani #hawaii #wailea #hawaiilife #hawaiiresort #commercialphotography #exotictravel #sundaybrunch #lifestylephotography #fairmont (at Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui) https://www.instagram.com/p/CR5eExuoSbH/?utm_medium=tumblr

How to Flip a Surfboard (Hawaiian Style): No paddle, just me and the board! We switch gears from the beach to the pool in our backyard for the afternoons. You can still hear the waves crashing only a few yards away. Here is how it’s done: 1. keep your legs wrapped around the board, 2. flatten out underwater and 3. commit to using your arms to create enough momentum to rise above the waterline. Easy right? I used to do this with a kayak all the time… can I do it with a surfboard? #surfing #hawaii #poolside #rollingasurfboard #surfboard #nopaddle #holdyourbreath #commit #lahainamaui #babybeach (at Lahaina, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRPpitoLO52/?utm_medium=tumblr

The Take-Off and Check In: Hawaii, Maui arrival in fast forward - You board the plane, and realize the huge amount of planning, testing and packing necessary to get to Hawaii. 5hrs later, the ocean reveals the islands… and you can already feel the wind blowing the plane around. We run to the ocean, waves crashing and jump in! We relax at the pool, which is on the beach and take a moment to check out the rocks along the shoreline. Banana trees in the backyard, surfboards on the back deck… and the glow of the sunset in the distance: Boom! Day 1! #hawaii #hawaiilife #lahaina #paia #surfing #bannanatrees #travel #latohawaii #aloha #mahalo @united #sunsetlovers @applemusic (at Lahaina, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRJN6Z2LlV0/?utm_medium=tumblr

Start to Finish: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/workouts-by-muscle-booster/id1446447749 A few of you have reached out for training ideas on a busy schedule. I discovered a few ways to stay in shape while working crazy hours on set, traveling and still getting in what you actually like doing. You can use your phone through the “Muscle Booster” app to get a rhythm, and then make your own workouts really easily with and without weights or a gym. This sounds like a fitness commercial, I know… but after trial and error, your “program” comes to life. This is for men and women, obviously with different goals. This can be the foundational workout (2 times a week) or the whole workout (3 times a week). Compare: 1. Warm up (everyone forgets this part and it’s not stretching) ½ to 1 mile on the treadmill or walking - needs to be at 3.5 or slightly faster to truly warm up. But long steps and get the blood pumping; (10 min) 2. Stretch - go from feet to head / legs, hips, back, shoulders, arms, neck to fingertips; (5 min) 3. Core - choose a core workout either 10, 15 or 18 minutes. You can choose beginner, intermediate or advanced either in the app or online; 4. Next you can choose and focus on a specific area (arms, back, shoulders, legs, supersets,etc…) online or in the app depending on your weekly workout (15-20 min); 5. One last 5 minute cool down on the treadmill and you are done! Most know about nutrition but this app also provides recommendations, recipes and even a calorie counter so you can see it all in one spot. No joke… I do this randomly each week (1-3 times) and it’s legit. When I started, I tried it out and then ended up going back to get more workouts. Let me know if this helps! Next workout is on me! More to come… #fitnessgoals #workout #actorinshape #workoutmotivation @muscle.booster_ #run #weightlifting #advancedpersonaltrainer (at Hollywood, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRC8QB3LtYs/?utm_medium=tumblr

Switching Gears: Getting prepared this week for a little trip… but before that is the workout regime. A program specifically designed for all you industry folks. Very easy and efficient. Tune in tomorrow… I have been given the green light to share the program basics. #fitness #headshots #comingsoon #instagram #tradesecrets #entertainment #photographylover (at Beverly Hills, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRBGq1wLrNM/?utm_medium=tumblr

New Feature Location Scouting: More to come later... but this scene is where the undercover agent meets the asset. A twist in the mystery, a European looking scene and a recognizable face. Stay tuned! I will be in “the suit” #filmmaker #filmmakers #filmmaking #filmmamkerslife #filmmakersworld #cinematographers #moviedirector #movieproducer #videography #videomaking #cinemacamera #steadicam #filmlighting #cinematic #cinematography #steadicamoperator #framegrab #filmgear #videographer #cinephilecommunity #movieset #independentfilm #indiefilmmakers #featurefilm #moviemaking #productionlife #directorofphotography #camerassistant #filmmamkinglife #filmlife (at Los Angeles/Hollywood California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPZi_sdrov2/?utm_medium=tumblr

Booked/Filming Auto Zone commercial: Thanks to all those years with Dad in the garage, this Auto Zone commercial was a smooth shoot! “Do it yourself has never been easier!” Great products and tools, awesome crew and the Temecula sun! #filmmaker #filmmakersworld #filmcrew #filmlife #filmmamkerslife #filmmamkinglife #filmmakers #filmmaking #cinematographer #filmeditor #camerassistant #movieproducer #moviedirector #cinematographers #filmdirector #productionlife #moviemaking #featurefilm #indiefilmmakers #independentfilm #movieset #directorofphotography #cinephilecommunity #automotive #carlover #carlovers #carofinstagram #carpassion #caroftheday (at Temecula, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CO3JT3_r2Fx/?igshid=1biw7u2kdgt3k

The Big “Try:” So you work for years, day in and day out... “trying” to make a difference. “Trying” to advance in some way. “Trying” to make the effort count. You show up on time, hustle like a champ and take your place in line. Then the big day comes, where you are set to graduate. Number 1,323 on the list. Your turn to take that torch. The hours you started counting when it all began, those billions of cups of coffee, the experience you gained... and the moments you kept realizing all this has to change for it all to mean something. I say... Get out of the line, grab the torch and forget about “trying.” Create the direct path... and run if you have to. Even if you are the first, the advantage is that you actually get closer to “doing” it all, rather than “trying” to remember why you started working toward those dreams in the first place. #film #directing #movies #headshots #writingcommunity #acting #hollywood #masterclass (at Hollywood, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNy3H1grwsg/?igshid=1a0wl3uxgb1x2

Thank you WI Productions team and sponsors for a great recording session. Now to find the new album cover! Send more vocal warm up pics. #countrymusic #hellocousin #wiproductions #stetson #redbullusa #songwriting #acousticguitar #washburnguitars #acmeboots #musicvideo (at Los Angeles/Hollywood California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGVausEHnnO/?igshid=1b0n09ucsz49q

Looking back at the days before LA... live on KZ106 and 96.5 The Mountain! Being on stage, announcing the bands on a stage with a sea of people watching you. The calm before the storms(s). The moment that put you one step forward... or pull you in different directions. Great memories from ESPN, Fox and ABC. #radiopersonality #kz106 #96.5 #stevemillerband #bradpaisley #onerepublic #access #memories #countrymusic #rockandroll (at Santa Monica Beach - Calfornia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGShzMKn5O9/?igshid=grk60mhwm2ch

Shout-out to production and director on the Malibu crew for today’s pilot... are we at least allowed to tell everyone the name... “Trouble.” #newseries #upcomingdrama #stunts #action #pilot (at Los Angeles/Hollywood California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGRIMDrp6qk/?igshid=ey0fqy70uahd

#timetoshave #workingontheweekend #dapper (at Los Angeles/Hollywood California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGLJvIyn5mH/?igshid=1io6puvyxcqbd