We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Timeca Seretti a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Timeca thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

For me the most meaningful projects have been my own. I recently wrapped my fourth short film. As a struggling actor I have found that I’ve had to develop other skill sets outside of my wheel house. I’m a writer, a director and I produce. A lot of this business is to sit and wait. I’m not too good at doing either, so I create.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers

I grew up in Gary, Indiana in the hey day of the steel mill and the Jacksons. It was a great time to be alive. Watching Michael Jackson, Diana Ross and the like inspired me so much, I have always wanted to be an entertainer. But, it wasn’t until I saw my mom play the role of Beneatha in Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin In the Sun” that I knew I wanted to be an actor. But it wasn’t until I was discharged from the Navy that I actually started to pursue the craft. I had just moved back to Indiana from Houston and my best friend took me to an extra’s casting call. The movie was “Losing Isiah” with Halle Berry, Cuba Gooding Jr and Samuel Jackson. Being on set was the best education I could get.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

In the past my main goal was to get an Oscar, but I have since revised that goal…I think my end game is to gain EGOT status. For people who don’t know, an EGOT holder has all of the accolades bestowed on an entertainer who crosses all fields. Television performers receive an Emmy, recording artist receive a Grammy, Film actors receive an Oscar and Broadway performers receive a Tony. And I do all of the above.

How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?

Without artist society would just be plain old bland and boring. I think that whatever form artist share their gifts with the world we should appreciate them. I mean even if it’s not your flavor, show them love. It takes a lot to get out there, share your gifts and be vulnerable.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.timecaseretti.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamtimeca/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tseretti
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timeca-m-seretti-9b2311ab/

Image Credits
Ira Carmichael Paula Moore Anna Monette Photography Lola Scott