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MYKITA
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We work with such wonderful creatives; the people behind the frames we capture for our look books, and it's not often we get to highlight them. Tina, we thank you for hanging out with us and letting us not only pick your brain but taking time out of your busy schedule to create with us.

Hometown - Hayward, CA
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​Residence - Beaverton, OR

Do you wear glasses?

Yes but not regularly. I only wear them if I need to read or recognize faces from a distance or want to watch movies and shows in HD. 

What is one of your favorite things to do in Portland? Do you have any favorite spots?

My favorite thing to do anywhere is eat. No matter how many places pop up here, Montage (Le Bistro Montage) will always hold a special place in my heart. The green basil pesto mac or spold mac with rock shrimp are my default orders. The bobo (biscuits and gravy) is bomb too.

KUBORAUM MASK Y3 | polished black

Can you tell us a little about what you do and what you enjoy most about it?

I'm a Full-time Pastoral Worker for Couple for Christ Family Ministries USA. Couples for Christ is a Catholic lay organization that started in the Philippines in 1981 but is in over 100 countries now. Here in the US, I get to travel to provide training, facilitate retreats and conferences, give talks, manage projects, build timelines, and more. Honestly the best thing about it is being able to journey with people. Witnessing growth in people is seriously the craziest thing. I get to see how deeply intertwined growth in individuals, relationships and communities are. It's humbling to be able to be a part of it.

Who inspires you? 

This is a loaded question for a Catholic girl [haha]. My current inspiration is St. Teresa of Avila.

MYKITA - ALESSIA | champagne gold/aurore

​You've currently been traveling a lot - what are your travel essentials?
​Your favorite place you've visited?

My Cabeau Evolution neck pillow! I take a lot of red eye flights and it's basically like wearing an insanely comfortable neck brace. Out of the places I've visited this year, Chicago is where I'm most eager to return to. I've always loved Chicago but definitely still haven't seen enough. I had a kimchi burger there that I need in my life again.

What is one of the most rewarding things you've done, in life or in your career?

This sounds pretty basic but becoming more authentic and giving up compartmentalization has been the most rewarding thing I've done. It took me a long time to be the same person no matter who I'm with. Now that I'm not so focused on how people see me, I can really just focus on seeing them. It's enabled me to be more present and available. 

KUBORAUM MASK K17 | wind

​​What are some exciting projects you're currently working on or looking forward to?

I'm working on a new retreat for our youth and young adult ministries called Surrender that focuses on worship and dance as worship specifically. I'm no expert but I have a team of amazing people working with me and am learning so much from them. 

MYKITA - OTTI | champagne gold/aurore

​What do you look forward to most during the holidays?

The inherent joy that comes with Advent is the best. Going to Mass with people every day is what I want to do throughout the whole year so it's awesome to do that. And also seeing people open their gifts. I love that. 

MYKITA - KJELL | glossy gold

How will you be spending your Christmas and New Years this year?

I honestly don't know yet haha. My family makes last minute holiday plans but I will definitely be with them and there will be food.

KUBORAUM MASK Z1 | black