Monday Wisdom...

To laugh often and much;
To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends;
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others;
To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded.

by: Bessie Stanley (adapted; erroneously attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson)
Often attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, it is an adaptation of a poem published in 1905 by Bessie Stanley. No version of it has been found in Emerson's writings.

Sephora's Glitter Eyeliner

It's Christmas Season again, OK it has been for a while, but I am only know starting to feel it, with all the lights on the homes...and the weather is finally cold.

Living in Southern California (Sunny San Diego) has its perks, one can still wear shorts and a t-shirt in December.

Because of the occasion I chose a product that would work great this Holidays.

The Sephora's Glitter Eyeliner.

I found myself at Sephora a few days back, looking for Christmas Gifts (like I need a reason to be in a makeup store) and bumped into the Sephora's Glitter Eyeliner...I have to say this product is great, and so much more affordable than other glitter stuff, so I bought 2! (not for presents, these are for me)

So what is it? A gel-based eyeliner with some serious sparkle.

What does it do: Sephora Brand Glitter Eyeliner creates a defined, precise, long lasting line that is full of brilliant glitter for an all-out glam-tastic look!

This versatile liner adds glitter to the lash line and can also be used over different eye shadows

It's waterproof, and it comes in 7 different colors: Gold, Purple, Teal, Blue, Silver, opal and Black!

How do I use it? Well I am a bit unconventional so I chose to use it over my mascara on my lashes...yes instead of buying a glitter mascara I use this, it's cheaper ($12)...and it works fabulous, plus I can add more glitter without having to cake my lashes with extra mascara.

I say this is a must for the Season!

New Moon form Stephenie Mayer

Have you heard????

Summit Entertainment has tentatively slated Nov. 20, 2009, as the release date for New Moon, the Twilight sequel!

BUT "Twilight" director Catherine Hardwicke will not be involved or directing or anything on the new installment of the Twilight vampire franchise's New Moon, or at least that is what Yahoo said, there is some kind of conflict...

That saddens me, since aside form some of the actors choices I believe she did a great job at following the book, and picking up some of the small but important details that make Twilight memorable. Thinking of actors, rumors says that the studio does not want to rehire baby-faced Taylor Lautner as Jacob...I think that would be a mistake, he is the perfect cute werewolf!

"New Moon" is the second installment in Stephenie Meyer 's four-book series.

I can't wait!!

Monday Wisdom...

"Wisdom is nothing more than healed pain"

by Robert Gary Lee

Effacernes by Lancôme

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" but when you are dealing with dark circles and fine lines under the eyes, beauty can take a different meaning...and well, it's not what you stare at when you look into the mirror...so I tried Effacernes!

I am not a big believer in concealer since I feel like it's application can be tricky, I usually refrain form using it unless strictly necessary. Not applied well concealer can take a life of its own and instead of fixing the problem it might cause it to stand out more, or aggravate it.

The perfect Concealer would have natural coverage concealer that instantly eliminate tell-tale signs of stress and fatigue. Provides complete, natural-looking coverage, evens skin tone, covers dark circles and minimizes fine lines around the eyes.

That said I have tested and searched high and low for the perfect Concealer. My search for the perfect Concealer brought me to Lancôme Effacernes Waterproof Undereye Concealer.

The Vitamin A and skin conditioning ingredients gives it a smooth texture, easy application and blendability, a matte finish that does not cake or crack, and best part of it all...it's waterproof and that makes it extremely long lasting! Another point in favor to Effacernes is that unlike most eye concealers that are available in a basic yellow tone, it comes in nine different shades ranging in tones from Porcelain to Bronze.

I love this product! I have added it to my professional makeup kit and my own personal one!

Marina Village Photo Day!!

When: Sunday, December 7, 2008
Time: 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: San Diego Marina Village

It is a GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAPHERS INTERNATIONAL event!

Hosted every first Sunday of every month, this event is one of the longest standing modeling event in San Diego.

The Photo Day Events are designed to introduce aspiring models and amateur photographers to each other and the creative world of modeling and photography. Aspiring model or photographer looking to start a modeling portfolio or to update an existing one will benefit highly from this event. The Photo Days are held monthly all year long at various parks and other locations.

I have personally attender several of these events and I must say they are super fun, I have met some unique and inspiring individuals that I now call friends.

So that said, I say check it out!
Bye bye for now :)

Monday Wisdom...

Even though you may want to move forward in your life, you may have one foot on the brakes. In order to be free, we must learn how to let go. Release the hurt. Release the fear. Refuse to entertain your old pain. The energy it takes to hang onto the past is holding you back from a new life. What is it you would let go of today?

by Mary Manin Morrissey (author)

Hello Kitty!!!

So it's coming...

We all heard the buzz...and we all searched desperately for this Communion of MAC and Sanrio to create the Hello Kitty color cosmetics collection!

The line will arrive on MAC’s Web site Feb. 10, in North American stores on Feb. 12 and into overseas stores in March. A waiting list for the items will go live on Jan. 7 at maccosmetics.com.

What do we know...

The Hello Kitty offerings fall into two collections: the Hello Kitty Colour Collection and the more high-end Hello Kitty Kouture.

Will keep you posted the closer we get.
I love the black Cat look!

Twilight Makeup

Twilight by Stephenie Mayer is one of the new buzz around town.

The first book of a series of four.

About Teenagers and Vampires.

About Love.

Made into a Movie, and I have to say it is a very good movie since it does not stray so far away form the book. I loved the movie, loved the books (all 4) even more, they have effectively stolen a good portion of my life since once I started reading them and could not put them down....

So I ask the question...

Who did the makeup and how was it done....

The artist behind the magic was Jeanne Van Phue.

I have tried to find some info of her, but failed miserably...there is an interview out there, I might paste it later.

What was used....

On Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan
Foundation: SK-II Air Touch Foundation in OP-3

Powder: M.A.C. Blot Powder/Pressed in Light
Blush: Visiora Compact Powder in PC 103
Eye Shadow: M.A.C. Eye Shadow in Blanc Type, Flute and Wedge
Mascara: Smashbox Limitless Lash Mascara in black waterproof
Lips: Smashbox Lip & Lid Primer and Benefit Silky Finish Lipstick in Good to Go (a plum/brown color)

On Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen

Foundation: SK-II Air Touch Foundation in OP-1
Powder: M.A.C. Blot Powder/Pressed in Light
Lips: Benefit Silky Finish Lipstick in Ms. Behavin (a mulberry color)

One question remains...I am still trying to figure out how they made Edward sparkel like diamonds...

Got to see the movie!! I saw it twice!

Monday Wisdom...

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."
by Nelson Mandela

Estée Lauder Blockbuster Gift Set

Another Fabulous Gift Set!
Estée Lauder Blockbuster Gift Set: $49.50 with any fragrance purchase. This Fantastic Gift Set comes full of goody suff!!
*Deluxe Eyeshadow Compact with 15 coordinating shades
*Estée Lauder Signature Eyeshadow in Roseberry Duo
*Deluxe Face Compact
*2 Pure Color Long Lasting Lipsticks
*Estée Lauder Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick
*2 High Glosses
*Artist's Eye Pencil
*MagnaScopic Maximum Volume Mascara
*Gentle Eye Makeup Remover
*4 Golden Fluted Makeup Brushes
*Look Book with how-to's for 4 great looks
*Cosmetic Travel Case
*Companion Makeup Case

Don't miss out!!!

A must have....and one more trip to Macy for me!

Twilight Trailer

Hello...Sorry could not resist!
3rd most watched Trailer!




Enjoy!

Lancôme Holiday Beauty Box

It's Here!!!

The fabulous once a year...Lancôme Holiday Beauty Box limited edition ...this is a purchase with purchase!

The Lancôme look for holiday is filled with luxurious jewel tones, ornamental details, radiant ruby red lips and an accent of saturated color.

So what do you get in this pretty little gift....

*DÉFINICILS High Definition Mascara

*CILS BOOSTER XL Super-Enhancing Mascara Base
*MAQUICOMPLET Complete Coverage Concealerin Correcteur
*TWO LE ROUGE ABSOLU

*COLOR DESIGN Sensational Effects Lipcolor

*COLOR FEVER SHINE Sensual Sheer Color vibrant Lip Shine

*TWO JUICY TUBES SMOOTHIE

*COLOR DESIGN

*BLUSH SUBTIL and BLUSH SUBTIL SHIMMER

*BI-FACIL Eye Makeup Remover
*3-PIECE BRUSH SET

*Lancôme Signature Train Case.

How Much for it all.....

Just $49.50 With Any $36.00 Lancôme Purchase (A $339 Value)

So all I need not is an excuse to get myself to Macy's ...or online...but I like to shop for my makeup in person, so I can go home and play with it.

Dallas form BeneFit

Must Have Product in my kit or any kit: Dallas form Benefit.

This Fantastic and Unique Blush/Bronzer gives complexion a natural-looking glow that will leave skin looking younger, healthier and more vibrant.

I dust Dallas across cheeks, forehead and chin, this gives any complexion a healthy looking radiance, that last all day, and is beautiful on Camera.

Dallas from Benefit was Awarded "best bronzer/blush" form 2008 Brides Magazine

What do you get....
A Beautiful square container that is easy to open/close and super safe to carry (12.0 g net wt 0.42 oz), and all for $28.00

Monday Wisdom...

When we align out thoughts, emotions, and actions with the highest part of ourselves, we are filled with enthusiasm, purpose, and meaning. Life is rich and full. We have no thoughts of bitterness. We have no memory of fear. We are joyously and intimately engaged with our world. This is the experience of authentic power.

by Gary Zukav

"Cool Globes"

As an Artist, I an often attracted to different and unique “stuff”.
Walking in Balboa Park to drop off my step-son (nick-named Nene) to his Saturday morning acting class, at the San Diego Junior Theatre at the Prado, I noticed Globes… big colorful globes all around the large fountain in front of the Ruben H. Fleet Center and all the way to the Prado.
I came up with what we call at home “teachable moment”…so my husband and I waited for Nene to come out of class and we went Globe Exploring.
Once at home I sad down and did a bit of research. Found out that we were looking at the “Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet” exhibition form the San Diego National History Museum, and is it beautiful! The exhibition will be in San Diego until November 30th, 2008.
Here are some of the images taken by me.

Monday Wisdom...

Remember this maxim: When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.

The way you perceive things is an extremely powerful tool that will allow you to attain everything you desire.

By: Dr. Wayne W.Dyer

Image: My Art

Fashion Show Makeup!!

Makeup for “Fashion Whore” Fashion Show

Location: The Bras Rail in San Diego, CA
Designer: Miss Alphabeth

Model: Amber Dawn
Photographer: Anthony Munoz

Fashion Whore used to have Amateur Fashion Shows once a month at The Brass Rail in Hillcrest.
The Show would feature new and upcoming designers form all over San Diego County and La County. This was a nice place to get your feet wet in the runway “world”, for all involved.

Runway makeup, or Cat Walk makeup is different form Photography, Movies and Everyday makeup. It is usually heavier, more a-vanguard, it is dependent of the fashion of the time and the designer’s collection, and usually something you would not wear to got to the store or at a coffee shop.

How did I do it:

Base, base , base, I think she has at least 2 laier of base on, heavier makeup on the eyes that compliment the outfit, clear lips to balance things out, and a design inspired by Paisley doen with pencil grenn eyeliner, and eye shodows.

Holiday Eye Palette by Dior

Dior Holiday Eye Palette creates a jaw-dropping gaze for this holiday season. This is a fantastic eyeshadow palette featuring four complementary colors, it comes in cool and warm colors! This compact showcases four striking shadows that will add a lustrous, light-reflective glow to the eyes. A mini application brush is included to deliver just the perfect seamless blend of gleaming color.The eyeshadows are tucked in a finely stitched leather case with a silver Dior insignia.

This limited-edition palette is offered at Dior and Sephora.
Size: 4 x 0.06 oz and cost is $ 40.00

Monday Wisdom...

There is nothing more dreadful than the habit of doubt. Doubt separates people. It is a poison that disintegrates friendships and breaks up pleasant relations. It is a thorn that irritates and hurts; it is a sword that kills.

“Buddha”