POST MORTEM

CASTING CALL

2008-05-15T18:00:18Z

Note: I'm reposting this for a friend, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do NOT respond to me directly about this!

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CASTING LEAD ROLE FOR HORROR TELEVISION SERIES- BEAUTIFUL WOMEN (LA)

Crime Pays Inc. is casting for the lead role in a new horror television series. Actress will perform a range of moods-- from sly mynx, to cruel & serious, to playfully deadly while interacting with victim of the week. Actress will perform in Dominitrix Fetish wear, so please send Zed/Comp card or full body shot.

**Seeking Beautiful Women.

**Ages 20 to 30, Caucasian.

Hair: Black/Brunette
Height: 5'5" to 6"
Chest: C-Cup or Larger

Looking for original, dynamic, fashionable women, who are fit, aggressively sexy and attractive, yet dangerous to appear in a horror anthology television series as "Flower".

Shooting the summer of 2008.

(with possible additional shoots over the year)
Pay is negotiable, depending on experience; non-union shoot.

Please send headshots and resumés to:
Crime Pays Inc.

Attn: FOTRW CASTING
6911 Topanga Canyon Blvd.

, Suite 205
Canoga Park, Ca 91303

Please email us a recent photo of yourself in your favorite dominant fetish wear and a recent photo of yourself as a normal person to:
info@crimepaysinc.com.

(Make sure to include all contact information and e-mail)

This is a Non-Union Campaign.

For more information about the series and the character of "Flower":
http://www. massify. com/pitches/flowersontherazorwire/

For more information about crime pays inc.

:
http://www. crimepaysinc. com

Natalia Lesz - "Power of Attraction" music video

2008-05-15T02:09:34Z

Here's the music video that I did production design for back in march:

http://www. adamegyptmortimer. com/poa. htm

I had a fucking blast working on this video with director Adam Egypt Mortimer. Special thanks to my kick ass crew: Garrett, Mildred, Adrianne, Michael and Lisbeth for helping make the visual aspect of this video really stand out.

The Betrayal

2008-04-29T06:01:55Z

The Betrayal,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

ANother from my shoot with the amazingly beautiful Satine Phoenix....

MORTEM

2008-04-29T02:46:18Z

MORTEM,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

concept art for the MORTEM poster, my as-yet-unproduced horror film...

"The Mouth Which Speaks"

2008-04-29T00:12:26Z

"The Mouth Which Speaks",
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Katie West in a way no one has ever seen her....

Movie night...

2008-04-27T23:34:32Z

Had to wonderful pleasure of watching two as-yet-unreleased films the other night: ALL THE BOYS LOVE MANDY LANE and WRISTCUTTERS: A LOVE STORY.

I had heard plenty about both these films over the past few years, so it was nice to finally see them.

MANDY LANE. First thing of note is the better-than-average cinematography. That caught my eye. As did the stunning lead who plays Mandy. The movie opens up pretty predictably and quickly falls into a by-the-numbers second act. It's definitely not the movie I would have made given the setup. HOWEVER, when everything comes together in the third act, it almost ALMOST makes up for the rest. It reminded me a bit of the first SAW, in the way that the story structure plays out. Not the "twist" per se, but just that the predictableness of the second act is purposeful as a way of misleading the audience.

WRISTCUTTERS. Wow. By the time we got to this one, I was MORE than a little Unsober(tm). I knew very very little about this movie and so I wasn't quite sure what to expect. Very quirky movie. Definitely on it's way to being a cult film. I liked it a lot. It's definitely one to see to understand. And hey, it's got Tom Waits in it, so that's always a plus.

Satine Phoenix

2008-04-26T21:54:37Z

Satine Phoenix,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Saturday Night!

2008-04-17T20:06:29Z

This Saturday, the 19th, Pearry Teo and I will be in San Diego promoting the DNA/HACKER CHRONICLES comic book with Bloodfire Studios. I will also have prints and postcards for sale.

I've attached the flyer, but please note that the location/venue has changed to:

Channel Twelve 25
172 East Main St.
El Cajon, CA 92020

Come out and get a sneak peek at Pearry's new film THE GENE GENERATION, pick up some cool new Chad Michael Ward art, and check out our new comic!

Azz script?

2008-04-16T17:57:01Z

I'm looking for any script from Brian Azzarello...preferably one of his scripts for 100 BULLETS or HELLBLAZER.

google's not giving me anything. Help?

Comics People!

2008-04-16T04:21:59Z

2 things...

1.
Name me artists whose work is similar to Eduardo Risso (100 BULLETS)

2. Looking for a semi- experienced editor to review story notes and script for my ANGELGRINDER comic. Someone who knows their shit when it comes to pacing and structure. Sadly, no pay, but I'd appreciate the help.
Maybe barter for some art?

In Chad's House

2008-04-14T20:26:36Z

In Chad's House,
originally uploaded by avolare.

The amazing Katie West once agin surprises and delights. This is from a series of self-portraits she shot while her BF and I were on a cig break.

She writes:

"When I shot with Chad Michael Ward, Matt and Chad would periodically go out and smoke, so I would take pictures in Chad's living room."

Chad's living room

2008-04-14T20:26:22Z

Chad's living room,
originally uploaded by avolare.

MacBook Air

2008-04-13T03:28:52Z

I think I really want a MacBook Air to use as my writing tool. I killed my last laptop thanks to an untimely beer spill at the airport (the "O" key no longer works..argh), and I think the Air is going to be my next one.

Anyone used one yet?

Also, any suggestions on where I might find one for less than the $1799 price tag?

Life.

2008-04-10T21:34:15Z

Haven't really given a big update on the goings-on in ChadLand lately, so here's a long overdue entry for everyone.

Social Life
Ah, who am I kidding? No one really gives a fuck about my personal life. So, let's just say it's been filled with lots of ups and downs. Dealing with a lot of depression lately, and trying to get physically healthier and it's just been a lot of stress on my mind. It's hard falling for someone who lives 2000 mile away. Life moves on, though.

Art
-I've got a massive art project I'm dying to start, but haven't had the proper motivation/inspiration lately. Maybe soon.
-I lost the entirety of AUTOPSYROTICA II and PAIN BOX to a hard drive crash. Some of it was backed up. Most of it wasn't. When I have the money to take the drive in for repair, we'll see if anything can be saved. In the meantime both those projects are on hold. I have a TON of material for DANGEROUS BEAUTIES, but may be wrapping that into the big art project I mentioned above.
-Recently finished book covers for SECRET CIRCLE #1 and #2 and HUNTER GAMES. Currently working on the album art for Arise's THE RECKONING.

Photography
-I've pretty much given up on TFP type photography. I know there are a million extremely beautiful girls out there dying to pose fore me, and whom I'd love to photograph but it's gotten to the point where this is becoming an expensive hobby that I can no longer afford. So, with that in mind, I'm only taking on PAID shoots right now. It's my hope that with my current portfolio and connections, I might be able to start shooting larger "name" clients. I'm still going to shoot on occasion with certain people for my own personal books and such, but it's going to be a case of me coming to you, instead of vice versa.
-I worked with the amazingly cool Katie West over the weekend. I've been wanting to shoot her for..oh...pretty much forever. I'm not sure how I found her originally, probably through Warren Ellis. Katie and her wonderful bf Matt finally had the opportunity to travel out to L.A. for the week and we spent an entire afternoon shooting around my loft. In a strange "small world" turn of events, it turns out that Matt's sister actually built the building I live in. Weird, that. The photos, in all their NSFW goodness, can be seen on my FLICKR page (http://flickr.com/photos/chadmichaelward/). And Katie? You can come hang out with me ANYTIME. You=teh rad.
-Shooting the super hot Kristen and her bandmate Mick this weekend. Oh yes, there will be blood. ;)
-have another shoot with Evil Threads coming up next month. Hot chicks in tight shirts. Oh lord how will I manage?

Porn
I have a site/buyer set up if I want to shoot porn photography. Part of me really wants to, but part of me thinks that I wouldn't be any good at it. I also have a few possible options for directing porn as well. Again, I want to, but would I be able to make something that's unique AND still hot as hell? Anyone wanna come over and practice? Hahah. Maybe I should just get off my ass and do it. god knows I could really use the dinero.

Film/Video
-Did the production design for Natalia Lesz' "Power of Attraction" last month. Director Adam Egypt Mortimer crafted a killer concept (based in part on THE PAIN BOX) and let me go crazy with it. I can't wait to see the final results, which should be out soonish I would assume.
-As mentioned before, FABLE currently has an assembly cut done. Right now I'm adding in temporary music, tightening/redoing some of the edits and generally trying to "make it work" while my esteemed producer Pearry is out lining up deals and extras for us. Speaking of deals, it looks like THE 13TH HOUR (of which FABLE is a part of) is being lined up to be distributed by a MAJOR company. Nothing I can really talk of yet, but this means that FABLE will (in theory anyway) be available via rental stores, amazon, etc. Still, we're putting the cart before the horse here, as there's still a ton of work to be done on the project. Pearry's finished his "final" cut of NECROMENTIA and it looks fucking amazing. I'm proud to be a part of a project that his caliber of talent behind it.

which brings us to:

Writing
-I've got several script ideas I want to start working on soon. One of them, which ties into one of my other projects (hint, hint) is being prepped for a certain major producer who is in love with the concept. I've got to get an outline written for it soon. All I can say is that if it happens, you will all shit your pants. It's that cool.
-I owe Lee at Bloodfire Studios a proposal for my epic ANGELGRINDER comic series that I realllly need to finish. I've had the outline done for at LEAST 2 years but haven't found time to actually, y'know, WRITE the fucking thing.
-I also have an idea for an untitled novel loosely based on my experiences in L.A. It'd be part horror, part porn, part mystery and all over the top craziness. I'd like to think of it as Warren Ellis meets Chuck P. Or something.

Appearances
-I am signing copies of THE DNA/HACKER CHRONICLES at the Hot Monkey Love Cafe in San Diego on the 19th with Lee Kohse/Bloodfire Studios and Pearry Teo. Ego Likeness will be performing as well as Voltaire who will be performing with his Pirate Gypsy Band. There's a strong possibility that I'll have prints for sale there.
-The San Diego Comic Con is quickly coming up in late July. Rumor has it that Pearry and I may be staying somewhere much much cooler than a regular hotel. One that allows for debauchery and parties. If it comes true, I'll let you know. :)

At the Cineplex
I LOVE LOVE LOVE going out to the movies but haven't really had the chance lately. I FINALLY got the chance to see DOOMSDAY and 21. DOOMSDAY was seriously absurd and not nearly epic enough for my tastes, but I laughed and cheered my way through the whole thing, so it gets a thumbs up in my book. 21 was extremely predictable, but made me REALLY want to go play in Vegas. If Sarah doesn't make it here in time for my bday next month, I might just plan a trip to Vegas instead.

The Rev. Chad Michael Ward

2008-04-09T20:30:30Z

As of today, courtesy of The Universal Life Church, I am a legally and officially ordained Minister.

As such, I will be officiating the marriage of the lovely Miss Shelby Jones and her amazing man, Dylan, this fall.

Now to find some altar girls to abuse....

Katie in Bathroom

2008-04-08T07:11:43Z

Katie in Bathroom,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Katie West takes a trip to my bathroom, which also doubles as my cabinet of curios.

Katie in Bathroom

2008-04-08T07:11:31Z

Katie in Bathroom,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Katie West takes a trip to my bathroom, which also doubles as my cabinet of curios.

Katie in Bathroom

2008-04-08T07:11:14Z

Katie in Bathroom,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Katie West takes a trip to my bathroom, which also doubles as my cabinet of curios.

L.A. Rooftop

2008-04-08T01:52:31Z

L.A. Rooftop,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

L.A. Rooftop

2008-04-08T01:52:10Z

L.A. Rooftop,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

L.A. Rooftop

2008-04-08T01:51:46Z

L.A. Rooftop,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Rockstars....

2008-04-06T02:56:52Z

Rockstars....,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Immortalized by The Katie West...

Welcome to L.A., Katie West!

2008-04-06T02:53:49Z

Welcome to L.A., Katie West!,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.

Katie West is someone I've literally waited years to photograph.

She did not disappoint.

I <3 you, Katie West.

Soundtrack help...

2008-04-02T20:28:26Z

Currently working on the next round of edits for FABLE, and I need some soundtrack music to temporarily lay down in there to edit with. Unfortunately, my own music library is kinda low on soundtrack music, and I'm currently too broke to buy much from iTunes.

So, if you have any soundtrack MP3s that you'd be willing to send my way, I'd love you forever (or at least until next week). I particularily interested in stuff from Danny Elfman, John Williams, Howard Shore, Graeme Revell, etc.

If you're feeling up to the task, send your stuff to chad@teoward.com. If the file size is too big, you can use YouSendIt.com

Many thanks in advance!

a rejected book cover...

2008-04-01T18:01:09Z

a rejected book cover...,
originally uploaded by chadmichaelward.