Monday, February 13, 2012

Because I grew up with her voice

Growing up there were 2 female singers that really stood out for me.  Of course there were many amazing singers who I love but my absolute favorites were Janet Jackson.  There was a time I thought I was Janet Jackson.  My wardrobe was transformed to all black.  I had a black leather baseball cap that I never left my house without and I had an attitude.  Miss Messeroux if you're nasty!  Ok, it doesn't sound as cool as Miss Jackson because of the third syllable.  But you couldn't tell me I was "fresh"








The other lady was the late Whitney Houston.  I wasn't imitating her image but I sang every single word she sang.  I even hit all the high notes she did...in my head, I sounded friggin great.  I reenacted her music video "How will I know" and because of her I realized that a simple church girl could do great things.  Then I started watching her in movies.  Well, go figure, she can do anything!  Waiting to Exhale and The Bodyguard made me love her even more.  My favorite songs are...



I wanna dance with somebody
I'm your baby tonight
I will always love you
How will I know
I'm every woman
Saving all my love for you
One moment in time




Now, February 2012 and this great singer who everyone lovingly calls "The Voice" is no longer here to sing for us.  I never had a chance to meet Ms. Houston but I admire her and I want to celebrate her.  So.....

Toddlewood will host a gallery exhibit in honor of Ms. Whitney Houston.  At this event, I will unveil life size, "ToddleWood style" images of Ms.Whitney Houston to all of you and the media.  


So this is a CASTING CALL for all beautiful African American little girls between the age of 3 years old and 7 years old.  I'm looking for about 15-20 little girls who will be mini-Whitney Houstons to complete my visions for her album covers, scenes from her music videos, scenes from iconic moments (i.e. Superbowl) and so on.  So 15-20 girls will be chosen for this big project that means so much to me.

Send in your submissions TODAY!  To submit your child or children for consideration into the world of ToddleWood, please click on the link below. There is a nominal fee for submissions to cover costs associated with production and donation to a worthy kids’ cause.   

While I personally review EVERY submission, I cannot guarantee every child will be selected.  Once you have completed the payment process, please submit your photo to casting@ToddleWood.com and please put THE VOICE in the subject of the email.  Only paid submissions will be considered. If you've submitted in the past, you must go through this process and resubmit.  I wish you luck and I hope to see your child on the other side of my camera. xoxo, T


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