Golds Infinity 2013 Collection

You may remember that at Anime Expo  Golds Infinity from Japan and the American Gal Shop Staff, featuring Western Gals, helped show people who happened upon the booth some beautiful items for young women from different views on what gal fashion can look like.

Art!

Happy Halloween!

Carved my first pumpkin last weekend! It was pretty fun!

 I have watched a lot of amazing and interesting things that have sparked an idea in my mind. I try to sketch it or write notes down as fast as possible before I forget (which happens too often!!)so try to take advantage of art days at my home where I can take my mind off some things and paint or sketch a little something here and there.

Here are a two sketches:

This one is a sketch I did when I started of thinking "what do I want to draw?" I thought of an idea a friend told me about, so I wanted to draw a picture that might go with it. The inked pic is a little distorted though.... I liked the moments where I can quickly get out an idea and still like it after i got a lot of it planned out by pencil!

Sketch with blue pencil and inking process

Pencil portrait sketching

This one is drawn with some strong emotion to it. I took a pic, edited on my phone, and uploaded to instagram. I also wanted to draw it because I wanted to try to match the angle of the face.







I also edited a picture (with persmission :p)
Of Utsukushii gal's Rii. I really liked the photo, and just wanted to play around with making it look like it should be in a magazine.The second one is just amping up the colours withing the hair, darkening the shadows, and making her eyes and lips POP! 










BAM! SUPER GLAM!













The third picture is just me making her eye make up look more dramatic, and changing the lip colour to a more purple tone. I still want to make it a bit more edgy though.






Being stressed out isn't fun! And though I cannot make all the stress just *poof* and disappear, I try to get in some meditating, praying, and writing stuff down so I can manage my time a bit easier. Just meditating once or twice, making one list, or just saying things will change won't make things happen magically, but getting into the habit of changing how you look at things that gets you down helps a lot!

Taken when I went to La for Anime Expo

A takashi murakami animation

Takashi directs a new, and super girly commercial for Shu Uemura make up line. Its energetic, cute, and magical with a yin and yang type of duo of the two main magical girls. This certainly is more "moe" and cutesy than the Louis Vuitton commercials he has made, but still inspiring!

I would love to be involved with a short animation one day!

A day in avondale

My friend Natalia got me to post some pieces for this art day in Chicago! It was my second art showing with mostly past works.
It has been a while since I have had my works up!

Natalia Virufuentas' art

Natalia S's Art

oct 14

I have taken a break from my beloved fashion and make style (for the most part). I am almost done with school, going to be looking into a completion of a lot of projects that I could not finish, and then, "graduate " from the youthfulness of the gal scene, to really be able to join the ranks of the best. :B Or at least have the time to really participate in things again gal event wise.

My mind is not focused, but I am getting there. I have gotten a lot of inspiration and day by day , I can get a little energy to keep going.

Thank you for reading my blog when you come across it. I appreciate it!
I hope you take the time to look at the art work I have put up on my links on the left side!  comments and critique would be lovely! Art is my one true passion that I am working back on,and I have been a little ADD if you will, with my pieces and projects. I have to get some more pix up soon and release more things!!

Thanks you all.

Lisha's Gyaru Resume and CV

~~~~~~Blog and Youtube related things~~~~~~

Interviews 
http://m.blog.naver.com/PostView.nhn?blogId=mirideskka&logNo=120035497/
blog interview on a gaming tech site, " With Our Gal Pal Lisha on Gyaru Fashion"  
featured on agenoir
Featured on TokyoCatWalk
Featured/noted in various blogs and youtube videos about gyaru fashion
Featured on FuckYeah Western Gyaru + We Love Gaijin Gyaru+Manba fb page
-Interview with VGTV by Nikki Lynette
Awards + Nomination 
Blogger Award 2011 from Woxje aka Rox
GaijinGyaruAwards fashion/make up nominations 2012, 2013

Black gyaru vid

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBXGXka8waI
Lady li's Gal collab vid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wme_YGmd2G0

Quick Resume/CV
Created the largest Black and Asian group on JapanGuide friends "Black and Asian Relations"
Gyaru model for Jones College Prep Asian Fashion Show 2010
Dancer for Dj. Sisen in 2010
Gyaru Model for Animestl 2012-13
Golds Infintiy Gyaru Shop Staff at Anime Expo 2013+2014
Spearheaded and hosted gyaru events in Chicago, and Indiana.

Exhibited Work:

GIRL TALK

A Day in Avondale

A Nightmare Before Christmas

The Nostalgia Show

Luna Cafe

"Fever" Art Exhibit

Several jazz-centered Live paintings 

Panels:

Jfashion Show and Panel (2012)

So You Wanna be Gyaru? (ACEN 2015)

Be My Plum!

I felt like I should get a pair of brown lenses again. Only had a hazel pair back in 2011. I wasn't too into the lot of designs for lenses. I wanted something not too over the top colour wise like a light, bright brown.

So, I decided to grab a pair of Geo Plum Brown from Pinky Paradise. They were 19.90$ without shipping.

Cute vial and cute animal case

Specs:
Diameter: 15.0
Water Content: 42%
Base Curve: 8.7mm
Life Span: 1 year disposal

Design

The shipping took about a week or so from Pinky. The brown colour didn't show up too bright on my eyes. Its a bit on the transparent side than opaque and blends in nicely, letting the flower petal design peak through.

I know its bad to wear cosmetic lens for more than 8 hours, but I have from days that become longer than expected. (not recommended by the way) I don't get a lot of dryness with them, and no irritation even with the size of the lens. 

Colour: 4/5  

Comfort: 4.5/5 

Design: 4.5/5

This post was written around 2013-2014 or so, and I have not seen them have this style any more. 

W.I.P. and Sketches

I have been working on way to many projects this summer, and most of them involve art and portfolio work. I also got to show off some pieces at an art show in Chicago called Girl Talk at MultiKulti.

Purin portrait
Digital sketch+colour layout

This piece is based on a picture I took of Purin when we were working at Acen this year. I thought she looked super adorable with her bear hat and stuffed llama doll, and wanted to do a portrait for her. It is incomplete, but I will be getting back to it once I get some other things finished up.

Anime Expo 2013! (pic heavy!!)

Anime Expo's Gyaru Shop Staff

Gold's Infinity Gal!

On Wednesday, I was invited to Anime Expo and flew out to L.A. to settle for Anime Expo weekend with Michi, Nino, Emi, Rosie, Rina, Hiromi, Stephanie, Cindy, Adri, Re,Tricia, and Victoria. It felt really surreal for me to meet the gals that I have chatted with or read their blogs for a few years now!

3:57am~ chi-gal diariez

Side note:

Made an Ad for Purin and i's ANIME EXPO trip 

We are going to be Golds Infinity Shop Staff at Anime Expo! I am excited to meet Michi, Ninoshka, and a whole bunch of other gals too while I am there.

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Black Diamondなんで？でも、今年にAngeleekのメンバーは？？カンパスサーミットないか？あたしの夢はAngeleekに入ってえた。２００７年に思ったよ。でも、日本語が本当に下手だった。
まだ、たくさん言葉が知らないで、話してのは。。。ちょっと。。。Fightingの感じがある。。。[m:206]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTgnTnC42kE

Whats A Black Diamond? And what happened to the Angeleek members? Or Campus Summit? It was my dream to be in Angeleek back in 2007. But, my Japanese was bad, and now I still don't know a lot of words. But... I try.

コレジの前に、世界の友達が欲しかった。でも、恥ずかしくて、かわくない人だった。
男のこ見たかった。今。。。なんで？
ダイモンドギャルさーに入りました,2010年ごろに入ったね。。。。スタイルはちょっとｉｍｐｒｏｖｅと思った。
Before college, I wanted friends , even around the world, but, I am shy and I wasn't too pretty back then. hahaha. but now? A few years ago I was accepted into Diamond gal sa，and my style improved a bit.

B*C　1st Gen

そして、Black Cherryのギャルサーを作った。スタイルとへアメイクETCはたくさん練習したｗｗｗｗたくさんパラパラをしてた（笑）新しいギャルファンとギャルにさがしていた！新しい人を会った。
Then, we (me la, tomo, and murphy) made Black Cherry. I was still practicing my style (hair, make up, clothes), and I para'd a lot! (laughs). I met a lot of people during that time.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnjIHOIiBzI
アハハハ
hehehe


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=865EiY68UjA
ハードコアね。。。
hard core huh?

前には、さびしかった。本当に恥ずかしかった。でも、色々人に会た。Dj　SiSen,もっとDjな２人、Vocaloidな女。。。。
Even though at times I was sad or lonely, or shy, I was able to meet people like Sisen, a few Japanese Djs from Japan at acen, And Yuu, the voice of a cute Vocaloid character. Being dressed up sure helped me a lot, and even dressing up differently, or noticing someones make up or nails, seemed to be a nice ice breaker, too!

だからギャル「と色々」ファシオンが好きだって、ゆっくりで恥ずかしくないでモテモテになった。
Because I liked gal and other fashion, I became less and less shy, and a bit more outgoing.

あたしがシカゴのギャルだぜ！！。。。
IM A CHICAGO GAL!!

あたしギャルでしょ。。。。？え。。。難しい。。。
i guess.... its a bit difficult maybe...

もっとアートと小さいなえいががしたい～～～～。。。
I wanna make more art and a short film....

mini self portrait

Art Exhibit and Shopping Day

Saturday, I missed my mentor's Bday, but I networked and got an interview for a documentary about being a black gyaru, nerd, and artist with my Big sis Ashley Woods! I always wanted my art up and around Chicago, and also the world, so people can  see what I can do and what I choose to express. I wore a corset earlier at the showing, and I was pretty nervous talking about myself!

アチスト＋黒人ギャルインタビューがあった！！

Ashley Woods drawing of Cammy!
dat ass.

I dressed a bit more daring for a little dinner with Phil to chill with his friend and just chat about random stuff. I wish I had a nice belt to match up with my outfit though,but I actually suck at belt buying. 

Sunday morning!

Went for a ponytail look today! My inspiration was Rikku from Final Fantasy10s with a lil bit of Cocona lol

 I went shopping with gyaru sister Purin! This was our first time shopping together, and we found some awesome stuff! I have not had a chance to shop because of hardcore budgeting lately, and not feeling what is in shops like Charlotte Russe or WetSeal. But, I was able to snag an AWESOME sale though!
日曜日はPurinとショッピングをしていた～１ｓｔタイムショッピンぐ日は、クール＋安い服を買った！たくさんお金がないけど、いいなセールがさがしていた。

me in sneakers?! but i think they are super cute though

Found a cute lil Betsey phone case!!! SO CUTE.

So frivolous! 

We all went out to eat at Hana in Skokie. It is such a beautiful place to grab a bite! 

HANAに行きって、美味しい食べ物を食べた

Purin, Phil and I were discussing plans and goals for this year! Especially for not only ourselves, but for the gals in America to enjoy Chicago!

PurinXあたしがME3をあった。たくさんプランニングをしていた、ｗｗｗｗ

シカゴのギャルひみつだよ

yes

Purins Tofu X Bamboo Shoot X broccoli dish!

Oppa's Walnut Shrimp

Afterwards, I got to help screw in screws on a door. I love working on things, and I found my new fave tool! 

A1 White dress for a work party! クラブの白いドレス

A2 Black dress for night time　夜の黒いドレス

A3 Cute baggy shirt!　ｔシャツ

A. Steve Madden Shades (so cute!!)　可愛いサングラス

B. bracelets

C. cute case to store my shades in my bag. Suggested by Purin! (thank u!)　サングラスケース

D. Lotion!　ロション！

E. Cute stickers for nails ;P　可愛いシール

F. Betsey phone case. Frivolous, but very cute!　ケイタイポッケト

I can't shop too much because I have to budget for my trip in July!! 

Make Up vs No make!!

It is kind of amusing, this world, that if one always wears make up (if it is a bit more than "natural" make up) they are being "fake" or if they do not wear anything at all, they are "ugly". Or some people act like the world is going to fall apart if a girl who usually looks very pretty (from wearing some to a lot of make up), doesn't wear anything at all! 

A friend of mine sent me this video of Ms. Izumi Mana where people had made some big deal of her when she posted a photo with her make up on. 

Izumi Mana with out make up

For me, its like, BIG DEAL? But, when you are in the spot light all the time, when all eyes are on you and what you wear and how you dress helps solidify your identity (or part of it), I guess for some audience members, it is a big deal. However, they have to realize, that these idols, celebrities, make up gurus, adult stars, models, etc and so on, are people too and they are not "perfect" all the time.

Here are some more make and no make shots:

a three gal, three step process:

no make up, foundation+brows, then full face

Popular models before and after

How lashes and eyeliner can change the shape of the eye.

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My before and after. 

I would have taken some of the Western gals before and after, but I kind of just rushed with this post, and didn't want to show off the pix without their permission.

For another make up post, 

check out:

Be Natural!

Livin La Vida Gyaru in Chicago

Casual Cute

So, I get to do quite a bit of stuff here in Chicago. I do a bunch of stuff not only because I like to keep busy, but to get funds for shopping or traveling and to keep from being bored. I am doing a bit of freelance photography/graphic design/blogging/clerical in Chicago to gain funds for shopping and also traveling and such.

I personally do not feel like my life is "luxurious" perse, but, I get to (try) to live as much of a gal life as possible, especially on a budget that includes living expenses... And boy oh boy, do I know about living on a budget!

Food

I choose not to eat out a lot, or try not to spend money on take out, but sometimes I do treat myself to something pretty tasty. I prefer to eat fish or chicken over beef and pork, and I prefer not so greasy foods as well. I also get to drink a bit with my coworkers instead of going out, especially when it was cold! When it comes to food, I tend to not go over 25$, and that is I am really hungry. Most dinners, especially including tip, goes up to 20$, which includes a drink and maybe an appetizer or two.

 Fine dining on a budget. Wonton soup with added udon noodles, and kung pao shrimp

• Cheers! at work. 

Living

 I also just found a place with the help of Phil, near the Blue line. This picture does not capture the beauty of the neighborhood so much, but I love walking out side and looking at nature and also the houses around me. Also, my part of the rent does not exceed 500$.

Shopping

Whenever I go shopping, I look hardcore for deals, and usually head to the clearance and sales racks. I shop at The Magnificent Mile and sometimes at the WaterTower in Downtown Chicago (Wetseal, Charlotte Russe, F21, etc) and I also hit up thrift stores and second hand shops. If I have the time to, I customize old clothes, or make scarves, or a purse or two if I am feeling ambitious! I have not done a lot lately, but I might make something again.

Cross necklace by TheSevenology
 I also got this necklace from Keisha Howard of Sugar Gamers. I later gave it to my mom for a mother's day gift. :) 

Magazine Gifts for my collection! 

I also buy gyaru mags or items/clothes that I know I will want if I choose to buy them, and I try to buy things I will actually use quite a few times, than just once or twice, and tossing it. I try to spend wisely if I need to spend, and also save for important things. Some gal mags have gifts from popular brands. It is a nice way to get something cool and useful, and you also get more bang for your buck! 

Steve Madden purse for about 40$

Acen 2013 Recap

This year was Acen's Sweet Sixteenth! For this year, and with a badge provided to me from someone who is buying my silence... I mostly cruised around, looking for cute loli's or gyaru,  interesting things to buy or look at, and to meet up with some familiar faces.