BODYPAINTING COMPETITION: VANCOUVER ART WORLD EXPO. AIRBRUSH MAKEUP COMPETITION, BIF NAKED, ARTIST SHOW.
Remember my spectacular Corpse Bride makeup, by Jennifer Little of Glitter Machine? Last Friday, she presented a body art competition in the Vancouver Art World Expo produced by Monika Blichar of MAB Ventures Inc.
I wore a Yellow House cat-ears hoodie, from the iconic store in Harajuku. I created tight waves to frame my face.
My amazing point-and-shoot is a Canon PowerShot S100, the best handheld digital camera you can get.
Since my hair is now pink-ish, I did shaded eye makeup to match. With little pink gems under the eyes.
Goth Lolita dress: Innocent World, from Closet Child Tokyo
Crucifix ruffle shoes: h.NAOTO, from Closet Child Tokyo
Although the event had many well-dressed guests, nobody could outshine the bodypainted models.
Glitter Machine’s work literally glitters. To create subtle patterns, Jenn airbrushed color over lace.
I caught up with my friend Victoria Ronco, exhibiting her travel photography for the first time. She even made the purse! You can see more via Divina Images.
Mini cupcakes. Can’t resist free food.
There was a fashion show, and 80 artists showing and selling their work.
The girl’s wearing nothing but a thong and heels. The rest is bodypaint!
On the left, I’m being silly. On the right… that’s Bif Naked.
The Canadian rocker’s voice is as gripping as ever, and she spoke endearingly about her inspiration and beloved dog. I loved her acoustic set, with songs like “Spaceman” and “Lucky” off the I Bificus CD.
The highlight of my evening was the body art competition. One by one, the models paraded on stage, twisting and swaying to music. (The entry on the far left won.)
Such intricate 3D detailing.
Kudos to the organizers for a colorful, well-run event with an alternative art pulse.
Also, how hot is Jenn’s Bebe blue lace dress?
PS: I was interviewed for a Huffington Post article about Mexico Gothic Lolitas. Nice to see a community there. Thanks also to ShopTheMag for interviewing me in their B.A.D (Backing Asian Designers) campaign.
Are you familiar with body-painting? What do you think of the technique and visuals? Do you support or take part in local art events?
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Fantastic as always! :D
Thank YOU for coming!!!!
Jenn Little is amazing! I took a basic makeup course with her at Blanche Macdonald.
WOW! *beam* Such an Honor, Sweetheart! xxo
lovely seeing you as well :) ! I checked out what you wrote looks good, hope to hang soon also <3
Excellent.
Tres belle
As a matter of fact….. Love it and those associated with it =)
Nice! Awesome photo of us :) Glad you had a good time!
OOH ♥!! It was great to see you again.. xoxoxoxo
What an awesome expo, wish I could go~ I’ll have to put it on my ever expanding bucket list.
Of course all the gorgeous art, fashion, and make up and I’m most impressed by the cupcakes XD
Those are epic cupcakes!
Yes, free cupcake stand – amazing!
cute and playful (the eyes do not lie!) XDDD *__*
Great colours ! I love <3 and Bif Naked!!! yess
love your hair ^^/
♡.♡
Wow, that work is outstanding!! Very cool
I’m jealous because of Bif Naked, I love ‘Lucky’!! 8D What else did she sing?
I loved listening to her as a teen! She also played Tango Shoes and another song… forgot the title.
loooooove it!
Nothing but a tiny thong, sexy heels, several ounces of bodypaint and tons of glitter!!! Its how we roll ;) Thanks again for coming out Carmina!!! ♥ Go team Glitter Machine!!
gotta wonder how they get all that paint off after haha
how long are you in vancouver?! shoot me an email!!