6 tips for first time directors

It's been a really interesting process so far directing my own work. I've been on set a lot throughout my career so far in various different guises but as a director I've mainly self shot or worked with a small crew on documentaries.

When I had the idea for the web series we're making right now, I knew I had to make it now and it was time for my to take the helm and make it myself. Halfway through I've already learned a lot so I thought I'd give a top 6 lessons list for all those thinking of embarking on this type of thing.

Be an extra in my web series!! (please and thank you)

I'm excited to say I'm filming a 6 part web series over the next three weekends. A series that will hit the net on 21 October. It's all a bit hush hush at the moment but I thought it would be awesome if YOU could be part of the whole experience.

So here is an official call out to budding actors, people who want to see how it all works, or those of you who want a bit of screen time to mark it off your bucket list. You can take pictures AND tweet. Have fun. Eat cake. Dance. Dress up in funny costumes.

Burrito masterclass at Tortilla UK

Recently, I had the chance to take part in the Tortilla UK Burrito masterclass with a few other food bloggers. As I love Mexican food, this was a great evening - and I even learned a thing or two (like how the white connectors in chili peppers are the hottest part of the chili).

For more info on Tortilla UK, see their website for more details or follow them on Twitter.