I’m already back from my Japan Travels and I have to say… 12 days just isn’t enough! I already miss my vacation and I wish we had more time in Japan! There is so much to see and do in Japan Land, it’s mindboggling!! I’ve decided to write a blog dedicated to my amazing Japan Trip, called Mika [...]
Vancouver photoshoot with model Parsuoa, makeup artist Mika Does Makeup, videographer DJ Marz, photographer on set Lloyd K. Barnes. Mika Does Makeup carefully applies blood red lipstick (MAC lipstick colour “Dubonnet”) on Parsuoa.
How to Apply Individual Cluster False Eyelashes by Mika Does Makeup Hello, I’m Mika from MikaDoesMakeup.Com and I’ll be showing you how to apply Individual Cluster False Eyelashes on my lovely model, Parsuoa. First you pick up your Individual Cluster False Eyelashes from the loose end with a pair of tweezers (I used QUO). Then you will [...]
At a recent photoshoot I was asked by Hair Stylist, Candy if I could do an “Anime Makeup” on her. At first I wanted to say No, since I have never done this style of makeup before. Then she showed me a picture of an example which I studied for a minute and decided I could obviously do [...]
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 [...]
Listen up Ladies! The new Makeup Trends for Fall 2009 are in!! If you want to accentuate your Lips use bright, bold and rich hues such as orange, purple, fuschia, red or pink! Just remember to keep your eye makeup light and natural when using a bright lipstick shade. (Here is a pic of Scarlet Johansen wearing the bright red lipstick.) If [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
My lovely bf had recently bought me the ever so handy makeup traincase from ZÜCA designed especially for MAC. My ZÜCA is an AMAZING piece of equipment for my makeup trade!! I can haul around ALL of my makeup in it and it has 2 (rollerblade) wheels on both sides so I can also pull it up stairs! It has ample storage room [...]
On Saturday May 3o 2009, my older brother James got married to a very lovely lady named Vielda. I am so happy to finally have a sister, but even more happy that my sister turned out to be Vielda! I arrived early for the wedding so I can do Vielda’s bridal makeup as well as my mother’s makeup and my [...]
I’m photo of the day on Wayne Mah’ Photographer Website!! You should really check out his website, his work is fantastic! http://waynemahphotography.com/
It feels like it’s officially summer, so it’s only natural to start painting our toenails bright and exciting new colours! I stumbled across a new line released from OPI just recently called “Brights”. These extremely vibrant & hot new shades will get you noticed! Blues, Yellows, Oranges, Pinks, Purples, and Greys! All with much cooler names though, of course! It’s OPI we’re talking about!
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 [...]
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 [...]
Welcome to Mika Does Makeup! I’d like to welcome you all to my Beauty Website. I’m a Freelance Makeup Artist based in gorgeous and lively Vancouver and can make my way practically anywhere within the lower mainland. I absolutely LOVE working with each of my unique clients, every model, stylist, and photographer, to make them [...]
If you didn’t already know, “Harajuku” is an eccentric area of Tokyo, Japan, where young unique individuals go to express their sense of fashion and style. Usually, it’s an unusual yet interesting way that they can express themselves mostly through bizarre and unconventional makeup and clothing. I found it was an extremely diverse way to [...]
Last night went well with the girls… Did a Brazilian Bikini wax in between Makeup for 5 girls, plus myself. Took about 4 hours… Everyone got eyelashes to complete their evening looks, even me. Tina (one of my 4 roomies) was so kind enough to make a yummy Thai Curry Chicken for dinner. Caroline wisely [...]