Egyptianman Entertainment Group: What inspired you start creating masterpiece portraits for elites around the world?

Dick Zimmerman: By turning some of my favorite iconic celebrity photographs into refined oil paintings.

Egyptianman Entertainment Group: What was your very first portrait painting that was most memorable?

Dick Zimmerman: I did a painting of my dad at the age of seven which was displayed by my art teacher in a glass case for the entire school to view…This was my catalyst! Read more »

Egyptianman Entertainment Group: Is it true that the modeling industry is a cut-throat business and why?

Sonia Lynn: Yes very cut throat, you have to have a thick skin to be a model. There is alot of judgment and criticism in this industry and you need to be prepared for it.

Egyptianman Entertainment Group: What are some of the things you like and dislike about the modeling industry?

Sonia Lynn: Like: Even if you’re not drop dead gorgeous the modeling industry can accommodate those models too. There could be certain features about you that make you stand out and make you look unique that the modeling industry has started to embrace. Dislike:  It’s still based on your weight and not on your looks so much. Read more »

Egyptianman Entertainment Group: How did you get started in Hollywood?

Douglas Taurel: I got started in the business by auditioning for a children’s show as an actor in college. I was casted as an alligator in a children’s show and then became hooked when I performed the drunk and rebellious son in the Neil Simon’s play, God’s Favorite which awarded me an Excellence in Acting award at the South East Theatre competition.

Egyptianman Entertainment Group: What’s are some of the advantages of being a film producer?

Douglas Taurel: It allows you to have creative control regarding the vision you want to express and that is important to you. It allows you to be the chess player, not the chess piece. Read more »