Classic pinup has become a huge phenomenon lately, what about it first captured your interest?
I first started my interest in Pin up when I was about 18 maybe a little before when I started my admiration for Bettie Page. I love everything about it... You can look closely at a well taking pin up picture It really has a thousand words. Its CLASSY and BEAUTIFUL.
What do you think about pinup becoming part of the mainstream culture?
I think it would be fantastic. I think that tattooed and not tattooed women are both gorgeous. Tattoos are beautiful artwork people express on their skin! tattoos are getting more and more popular, it used to be you couldn’t get a job with tattoos. now you can’t look somewhere without seeing a tattoo on someone’s body... and that’s not what pin up is "all about" but it has a lot to do with it. The dark clothes, the latex, the fetish, bondage its sexy gorgeous and beautiful I think people should by now be able to see that kind of modeling all over out there.
What is it that excites you about pinup modeling?
It pretty much being classy and not trashy. I love getting ready for a photo shoot. Feels like I'm young again, playing dress up. ;)
Are there any other creative mediums you work in?
I enjoy rhyming and making music I'm working on mixed tapes right now but maybe in the near future I will try and put together an album. Some acting. I also don’t strictly model pin up... I do fashion, body paint, glamour, promotional, fetish, swimwear, erotic, runway and lingerie.
What are your favorite types of outfits to model in?
I like a bit of everything, Less is definitely better in my opinion. I love lingerie, but I would have to say modeling corsets with Sexy heels is my fave.
What are your least favorites?
I don’t have a least favorite outfit.
What is it about Tattoos that intrigues you?
Well a lot of things considering myself having 12 but What intrigues me most about them is they are sexy on anyone female/male and they have personality in each and every one of them!
What kind of music do you like?
I like rap and hip hop most, But I like and listen to all kinds of music.
What do you like to do for fun?
Have fun/Play with my daughter, make my own food, watch movies (horror films mostly), try different types of desserts, I LOVE traveling, road trips, spending time with family/friends, shopping, driving around aimlessly listening to music, writing, free styling :)
I was 15 when I had my first professional photo shoot. My initial intention was to learn more about my interest in photography however I fell in love with modeling and from there my passion and work just kept on evolving and continues to do so.
Modeling has become one of my loves.
What excites you about modeling?
Creating a new world aesthetically then having that world and self-expression captured into a photograph is exciting in itself. I think every little aspect of modeling has a touch of excitement to it especially when you find yourself being able to express something you aren't able to do in your everyday life without judgment.
What are your favorite types of outfits to model in?
My ultimate favorite would be Latex clothing however I do enjoy anything that possess a fetish or pinup feel.
What are your least favorites?
I couldn't say I have anything that I least enjoy as all forms of clothing have a purpose.
What kind of shoots would you like to work on in the future?
Now that I am 18 I am looking forward to doing more alternative and fetish themed shoots, that being said I've always been opened minded when it comes to this art and I love trying out new and different themes and concepts.
Are there any other creative mediums you work in?
I have recently taken up pole dancing and apart from all the bruises it is fantastic for fitness.
What kind of music do you like?
When it comes to my love of music I don't stick to a particular genre.
My all-time favorite artist would certainly have to be Marilyn Manson!!
What do you do for fun?
I like to get away from other people and take some time for myself.
You're someone who could obviously model in a number of other mediums, have you ever?
I have, actually! I have been the subject for a couple of paintings, which was very flattering! I really enjoy art in all its forms, so I hope to get the opportunity again soon.
And what keeps you coming back to pinup modeling?
It is a very fulfilling part of my life, really. Not that I live a mundane existence, but modeling is exciting!! The outcome and the reception by my peers are the biggest draw. I love to feel passionate about a new project and throw my everything into it. Pinup is fun, quirky, and a broad enough category that the possibilities are endless.
What advice would you give to someone who is new to the scene?
Hmm, probably to be both diligent and sincere in your quest for photographers. The only way to get better is to work with people better than you, or people who are as inspired as you are! Also, Roy Varga has a really comprehensive list of do's and don'ts for pinup that I advise anyone curious to check out. It really helps guide you in to what makes or breaks a picture.
Read any good books lately?
YES!! I absolutely love to read!! Right now, I am finishing up a book called the Beothuk Saga, about the natives of Newfoundland, and it is riveting. I'm not all that serious all the time though, I just finished the latest Janet Evanovich book on the plane back from Vegas!
What's your favorite movie?
Of all time? Clockwork Orange, hands down. I even did a shoot with Kevin Hubbard dedicated to it! I'll definitely have to put up one of those shots!
Classic pinup has become a huge phenomenon lately, what about it first captured your interest?
I've been surrounded by rockabilly and rock and roll music all my life my dad was a greaser back in the 60’s I grew up surrounded by old rock n’ roll and old country music learning at a very young age to dance Charleston etc. …I always been influenced by retro living. About 15 years ago I started to cut my bangs like Bettie Page after I found a book about her loved the look and the kink. I started modeling couple of years after there was not many Betties back then people were as well thinking I was strange with my huge bangs… now it’s all trendy crazy how things changed in 15 years
What advice would you give to someone who is new to the modeling?
I don’t know what kind of advice I can give to a new model… I never planned to do modeling it happened photographers asked me to start modeling and I decided I could have nice souvenirs for when I’d be old I never thought I’d be still modeling but you have keep quality and shoot with very good photographers for your book
You're someone who could obviously model in a number of other mediums, have you ever?
Yes, I did a lot of Life modeling for drawers and painters and I been in some horrors movies I did videos and stage performances ETC
What other projects do you have planned for the future?
I never much planned the future to many things change over one year I’m still gonna model until people wants to see my face on picture and I continue to work as a Makeup Artist hairstylist for photo shoots movies etc.
What are your turn ons?
Intelligence, respect, humility.
What are your turn offs?
Stupidity, close minded people.
Are there any other creative mediums you work in?
I'm a Professional makeup Artist and Hairstylist, I work mostly on movies publicity and photography. I do as well photography assistant and do a bit of photography as a photographer Photography and video became over the years a huge passion for me
What's your favorite movie?
I’d say Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas I'm a huge fan of Hunter S Thompson I really enjoyed The big Lebowski as well I’m more into independent and weird movies than mainstream
Classic pinup has become a huge phenomena lately, what about it first captured your interest?
I have always loved the pinups from the 40's and 50's. I have always looked up to them since I was young, because they were wholesome, sexy, beautiful, and had an innocent look about them. There was nothing trashy. Nothing like what is popular and considered sexy today. Their makeup, hair, and outfits were all beautiful and classy.
What do you think about pinup becoming part of the mainstream culture?
I don't think pinup has become part of mainstream culture. I think it would be incredible if it was. There have been a few celebrities that have tapped in on it a little, but never stuck with it.
What is it that excites you about pinup modeling?
What excites me about pinup modeling is trying new things, or recreating images that I fell in love with years ago. I also enjoy wearing all the incredible outfits, the gorgeous hair and makeup, and shooting with the old cars and trucks.
Are there any other creative mediums you work in?
Yes, I do other styles of modeling, I own two tattoo shops, and a tattoo removal business.
What are your favorite types of outfits to model in?
I love to model in vintage lingerie, 40's-50's bathing suits, retro styled latex, and couture gowns, and Louboutin heels.
What are your least favorites?
Tacky, cheesy, ugly, cheap fabric, horrible reproductions of vintage clothes.
What is it about Tattoos that intrigues you?
I think tattoos are sexy. It intrigues me when people are heavily tattooed. I love the art, the look, and the strength and commitment someone has to get heavily tattooed.
What kind of music do you like?
I like so many different kinds of music. I love Eminem, Elvis, Doo Wop, M3T3ORS, Johnny Cash, Social Distortion, and Pink.
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to hangout with my husband and kids or friends, go to the beach, and travel.
