This is me in Fiji, relaxing and taking in the moment. I layed on that hammock and stared at the beach and the rolling waves while playing my sudoku. I will never forget that day.
Soooo, since we were in Japan for almost 2 weeks, we managed to travel quite a bit within the country with my unlimited JR train pass. We purchased the pass in Canada before we left for a fantastic deal at $340. I advise anyone going to Japan to buy this rail pass!! (I bought mine from the Flight Centre on [...]
Thank you so much ZIPCAR for giving myself and my boyfriend the chance to test out your Mini Cooper Convertible (2 times since the top didn’t come off the 2nd time) and the Toyota Matrix (because the Mini wasn’t available the first time…) You have been very accommodating and generous throughout these past summer months [...]
This run falls on November 15th and you can either sign up for the 5km, 10km or 21km (half marathon) if you’re feeling really confident. Personally, I wanted to attempt the 21k although I can’t think of anyone who would join me so I’m going to register for the 10k. Email me at mika@mikadoesmakeup.com if you [...]
Do you ever wonder how to create that precious and gorgeous “Natural Beauty” look? Well, it takes more than being just a natural beauty… Especially when you find amazing photos of models in magazines and think they are always naturally that flawless. It sometimes takes a makeup artist, a hairstylist, photographer and maybe even some photoshop to get that “Flawless” [...]
Recently Jay and I went to rent double bicycles at Spokes located on the corner of Denman and Georgia which is at the entrance of Vancouver’s Stanley Park, and the Seawall. Spokes is the biggest and longest running (since 1938) bike rental that Vancouver has… Check out their website http://www.vancouverbikerental.com, or give them a call 604.688.5141 if you want to enjoy your [...]
During a short vacation away from the busy city of Vancouver, while up at http://www.islandcottage-bc.com, I ended up doing a men’s back wax. Before I start, I prep the skin with a powder to soak up any oils or sweat… Then I apply the warm depilatory wax directly on the skin with the hair growth. [...]
On our recent weekend trip out to Seattle, we stayed not too far away in Bellevue at my brother’s apartment… (A really pretty, wealthy & new city.) This is where we spent most of the day outdoors enjoying the sights and sunshine. We rollerbladed around Lake Union, and took a tour of Seattle aboard the “Ride The [...]
Here is a short video of our smooth ride on the Peak to Peak Gondola in Whistler. The following video is of the bear we spotted on Whistler Mountain.
I recently was the makeup artist for another Vancouver shoot with the fabulous guys from Hilight Photography, as well as Kanography. These guys are awesome, and really know how to have fun! They had a wicked set up with lights, cameras and music!! The model was Devan and the scene was at beautiful and sunny Lost Lagoon in Stanley [...]
In all of the attractions that Vancouver has to offer, I must say that the Capilano Suspension Bridge in West Vancouver is one of the best, that anyone can enjoy! (Well, except for those of you who are afraid of heights…) The initial suspension bridge crossing is a little unnerving, with all the people walking along it [...]
This is what I’m talking about… I like this idea, but not many people have hybrid vehicles… You get store front parking!
Happy Canada Day to all my fellow Canadians!!! I don’t know about you, but I’m heading to the Capilano Suspension Bridge and then the BEACH!!!! Should be a great day, it’s so sunny and beautiful!
On June 6, my best friend/roommate Tina and I collaborated with photographer Lloyd K. Barnes to create a beach photoshoot at English Bay. I did my own makeup and Tina helped me poof my hair up a lot with massive amounts of Sebastion shaper plus Hairspray. I did Tina’s makeup with all MAC products, and we didn’t really do her [...]
Yesterday, which was Sunday June 14th, was a very busy day. I attended the “Car Free Day” in the West End of Vancouver for a long, sunny stroll through the various festivities, music stages and vendors… Denman Street was filled with tables under the sun with happy participants and lemonade stands, hippies and nature lovers. I donated [...]
This is a very exciting year for me, ever since I moved right across the street from the beach at English Bay. I remember when I was a little girl I would be a loyal spectator of the “Symphony of Fire” fireworks display at English Bay, making sure I wouldn’t miss any of the 4 days. Sometimes I would go extra [...]
Sunday June 14th, 2009 is Car-Free Day in Vancouver. It is a solely volunteer-organized and produced party in 4 participating areas of Vancouver (Main Street, Kitsilano, West End, and Commercial Drive.) This is Vancouver’s party, so please contribute, join a crew or volunteer on Car-Free Day! I will be participating in the West End [...]
Another photoshoot with photographer Lloyd K. Barnes…. Model Tracy. This time I did makeup inspired by a picture of Koda Kumi… I did a lot of focus on the eyes, with bright hot pink blush (as an eyeshadow) called Azalea from MAC. I used extra long lashes and extra thick cake eyeliner for an edgy finish. [...]
This past Saturday afternoon my wonderful bf decided to treat me to a visit at the Vancouver Aquarium. First off, Saturday’s are a very busy day to go to Stanley Park’s Vancouver Aquarium… The line ups for admission were abnormally long, and we were probably one of the very few people without children accompanying us. [...]
I’m trying to make the “Grouse Grind” in Vancouver a weekly part of my workout regime. It’s a major hike uphill that seems like you are just climbing a flight of stairs for an hour… yet the view at the top is so unbelievably breathtaking and gorgeous! The trail was actually closed when we got to [...]
I did the makeup for another Lloyd K. Barnes photoshoot this past Victoria Day. The theme was “blue jeans”, and the model was Rozalli. He shot from False Creek which I loved since you can see the backdrop of our beautiful city amongst the abundance of tulips and colourful flowers. Here is a photo from the shoot.
Another beautiful long weekend spent up at http://www.islandcottage-bc.com. This time more of us went up, and more time was spent outdoors. The weather was just right and we all got some colour on our pasty skin! There was a lot of beer and wine to go around, and some relaxing nights out in the hot [...]
Ever thought of joining the healthy cyclists and biking to work? There is no better time than NOW, since May 11 – May 17th is dedicated to “Bike to Work Week” in Vancouver!! If you’re still not convinced, I’ll give you a few reasons on why you should: beat the daily bumper to bumper traffic [...]
Today is a day that was chosen to be Earth day… I guess it’s still just another day, but it would be lovely if we could all be a little more careful with the environment… With NO EXCUSES, we should ALL recycle, re-use and reduce AS MUCH as we can… I am a big pusher [...]