Randomness and Restlessness

I just finished editing the latest youtube video, which is a follow up on my last post of the Eu Natural Vibrance Hair Supplements. Since I had everything ready from my other video, I decided to make a review of it. So you can check those out further down in the post.
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It’s Thursday and I have been coming to the library pretty much everyday this week, and I like to think I have been pretty productive. Don’t we all like to think that? haha
I have been drawing and working on createmytattoo.com websites, I don’t want to post the work just yet, because the contests are not over yet. It throws me off because I am so used to posting my art as soon as I am done drawing them.
So here is the first video which I posted earlier this week of a mini shopping haul:
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I got some pretty cool items, which I didn’t take pictures like I usually do, so you’ll just have to watch to see what I got!
Here is the video I just finished and includes the discount code as well!
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I have been swamped trying to organize all my art projects so I stay focused. Sometimes I get overwhelmed with everything I need to do. I am also making sure I keep all my business stuff organized since it’s the beginning of the year. Tax time is right around the corner!!! AHHHHHH!
Do any of you guys have issues organizing your stuff? or keeping focused? Or am I the only one?
Well, I am off to work on drawings! Wish me luck on staying focused!!
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Eu Natural Hair Vitamins and 15% Discount Code

Hello my lovelies! Today I bring you a review on Eu Natural Vibrance Vitamin Supplements. I received a month’s supply of samples a couple weeks ago and I wanted to wait a good week to take them before I gave my opinion about them. I am no stranger to vitamins or supplements and I usually take some type of vitamin or fat burning supplement daily. I made sure that I did not exceed the daily limit of vitamins since I am currently taking Activit. Make sure to check the labels of intake!
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In the morning, I take 2 capsules with water or tea depending on the mood before I eat. I have some toast and fruit and I’m set for the day. I don’t notice anything different as far as any crazy side effects.
Here are some other facts about this product!
  • Natural Herbal Extracts & Drug-Free Ingredients Researched to Promote Faster and Healthier Hair Growth
  • Extra Strength Pure Formulation Includes OptiMSM & 37 Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs for Hair Strengthening Nutritional Support
  • 100% Vegetarian Capsules Free of Gluten, Wheat, and Dairy with Zero Fillers, Zero Binders, and Zero Artificial Ingredients
  • Try Vibrance risk-free! Backed by our 100% Money Back Guarantee! For best results, use for a mimimum of 3 months.
  • Made in the USA to Strict FDA Standards by cGMP Certified Laboratory
Now, most of you know I am a hairstylist and while it is important to use the right hair products but the main health of your hair is determined on your diet, what you eat and consume. Just like prenatal vitamins help with the hair and nails (also those hormones hahaha), daily vitamins help. Especially since most of use do not get the nutrition we need to nourish ourselves. Unless you’re a health freak hahahaha I know I am not the best eater, which is why I take vitamins.  I love that Vibrance has everything you need to help with hair growth,strength and shine.
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With all the crazy things I do to my hair to include: coloring, bleaching, cutting, curling, blow-drying and extensions, my hair has taken a beating and I have noticed in the week that I have been taking them, my hair does feel stronger. I took out my fusion extensions a few weeks ago, which left my hair in need of some serious help, it felt limp and I noticed more and more strands were coming out in the shower. Since taking these vitamins, I noticed less strands falling out. I’m not sure if it is from the vitamins, but I think they are! I plan on continuing to take them for the remainder of the month and will blog another final review of these vitamins.
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Eu Natural not only makes Vibrance Hair Vitamins, but they also make: Green Coffee Bean Extract, Garcinia Cambogia, Biotin and CLA. I will be ordering the Garcinia Cambogia soon because my whole family takes these and it really helps with dieting and weight loss!
For all my viewers, Eu Natural has given me a 15% Discount code to share with you all! How rad is that? Just enter it at checkout!
Reader Discount Code: EUN15OFF
You can order these through Amazon, by clicking this LINK!
I hope you all try these out, and if you have, please let me know your thoughts on this product!
Have a great day and see you next time!
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Disclaimer: This review is powered by Brand Backer. A sample was given by Vibrance Vitamins in exchange for this review. However, the opinions expressed are those of my own based on my experience with the product.

Body Art At Its Finest

I have been meaning to write this since the show Naked Vegas hit the mainstream channel SYFY, which aired October 29th, 2013 and the season made up of 6 hour long episodes. As a face and body painter myself and an avid watcher of Face Off, I was extremely excited to watch this new and exciting series. I always catch a glimpse of some body art on tattoo shows such as Ink Master, but to see a show solely dedicated to the art form of body painting, Naked Vegas is a show I can appreciate.
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The cast/crew of Naked Vegas is inspirational to body painters everywhere. They are doing what most of us dream of, and I’m not just talking about being on tv, but running a legitimate business doing what they love.
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Body painting has been around for a while, and there are even International Conventions and competitions. I am happy that body painting is becoming more popular and that this show is helping to showcase the endless possibilities when it comes to this form of body art.
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Even though this show is based in Vegas, even smaller cities like here, in Virginia Beach, there is a demand for it. I have body painted for parties, businesses and hair shows and now more photographers and models are looking to have bodies painted. Halloween was the last time I body painted, but I am looking to up my game as soon as I get a studio space, which will be in the future.
It just amazes me how well these artists can create beautiful artwork on these human canvases. Check these out and tell me they’re not talented!
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I can’t wait to see if they will be making a second season. I truly hope so because I really enjoy watching it and it motivates me to work on my body painting skills. I hope this has inspired you as well! Thanks for stopping by!
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Productive Weekend

We are 5 days into 2014 and I feel so productive already. I am trying to make a personal goal to draw or paint something at least once a day, even if it’s a simple little doodle. I finished up that lighthouse drawing with shading so here it is in all its glory. haha

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I used my new colored pencils that my friend gave me for Christmas! These are the Prismacolor Verithin, which is a different type of colored pencil, some artists say its harder for the colors to blend, and that they are mainly used to line instead of shade. I used a few of the regular pencils and the verithins, but overall I think it came out good. I used my wax sticks as well to help blend the colors.

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I gave my hair a break and took out my extensions. Then using L’Oreal Hicolor Hilights in Magenta,(you can get it from Sallys) I colored my hair. This highlight series is bleach free! I have to do one more round or coloring, just because my hair was really BLACK. But I love how it came out.

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I went to work a gig at the Grand Opening of Menchies Frozen Yogurt and got a chance to paint some sweet characters. Look how stinkin cute they are!!!

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After my gigs, I got a chance to finally eat at The Cook Out, which is a yummy spot to get burgers, hotdogs, bbq, and shakes….and it’s super cheap!!! I had it both yesterday and today. If they open one up in Virginia Beach, I will be in trouble.

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Last week, I got a chance to check out the new library at the TCC campus here in Virginia Beach. Man, am I impressed! I usually go to the central library here or any of the public libraries to use the wifi and soak up the energy, but usually there are never any decent places to sit, no plugs to charge electronics, the lighting sucks…I mean I could go on. Or I would go to a Panera’s or a starbucks and be the cliché artist sitting on my computer with my headphones sipping on a cinnamon dulce latte. hahaha But, alas, I have found a new zenful place of production. hahaha

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The outside architecture is awesome. I love any buildings that have a silver industrial look to it.

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There’s a starbucks café inside, which is nice!!!! It’s two stories and has so much open study space and little nooks everywhere. There is a separate childrens, young adult, reference sections. I love it! I managed to go for a bit before they closed. The downfall is that their hours are cut short if the semester is on break instead of staying open until 9pm.

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I took a panoramic photo of the top floor so you can see these huge windows. There are outlets in the floors and comfy sofas everywhere. There is a computer lab that has huge booths so that a group of people can sit comfortably together.

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As you can see above, I am a nerd for organizing everything, but when you run your own freelance business, you gotta stay on top of it. hahaha I got my new planner and went ahead and decorated it using some pages from my fav Bound By Ink Magazine!

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My car was acting up today, so tomorrow will be an eventful day getting it inspected. Oh the joys of vehicle maintenance. hahaha But it is the mundane things that must be done. I am off to relax with the pup and watch movies. I hope you all had a great weekend and I’ll see ya in the next post!

 

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Same ol’ me, just a new year!

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Hello my loves! Happy New Year 2014! I am so happy to say goodbye to 2013 and move onto a new year! I took a break over Christmas and now that I am refreshed and recharged, I am back! I hope everyone had a good holiday with their family and friends, I know I did. I spent most of the “Christmas Break” at my mom’s house with the kiddos and the pup! Here’s a few pics.

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I made out pretty good with some slippers, an electric blanket, and a Kuerig Coffee Maker, which I am stoked about….like I need more caffeine. hahaha The kids had fun and even Jacob got a nice BIG BONE, that he demolished in like a day. hahaha

New Years Eve was spent with good friends and my black eyed peas were eaten for good luck!

I have been painting, doodling and drawing and planning other special projects. Here is a bit of progress:

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Above: A tray I painted. (front and back) Still deciding what to do with it.

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Above: custom tattoo design for Createmytattoo.com

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Above: See that lily drawing? I drew it! It is being published for this book! How exciting is that??? The publishers found it on my deviantart and contacted me a few months back, but it is finally going to print!

Below: a doodle or zentangle is what it is being called lately. I was having pretty bad artists block and cleared my mind but just letting the pen flow. Here is what I came up with.

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Above: A new school type of tattoo design. This design is open if anyone would like it.

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Oh, I almost forgot, one of the tattoos I designed for a client earlier this year finally got it tattooed and she sent it to me to share! How awesome is that? I love when clients are excited and get a design they love. It is a rush!

I am at the library right now, and its getting late. I am off to go get something to eat, Thanks for stopping by and see ya soon in the next post!

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