Von Gutenberg Magazine recommends Red Hot Annie!

A few weeks ago, von Gutenberg recommended the Texas Burlesque Festival.  Today, we have a chance to get to know one of the participants: Red Hot Annie. 

Red Hot Annie, who hails from Chicago, is not only coming to the Texas Burlesque Festival for the second year in a row, but she also has a unique knowledge of the workings of such festivals.  Her appearance in Texas comes just one week after her own Vaudezilla Productions teamed up with Chicago’s Belmont Burlesque Revue to present the first-ever Windy City Burlesque Fest.  The festival was met to rave reviews and even as this year’s festivities were dying down, Annie was already coming up with ideas for next year’s.

Annie burst onto the Chicago burlesque scene just over two years ago, having come from an extensive performance background and several years’ worth of pinup, figure, and fetish modeling. She has worked with some of Chicago’s top photographers, developing a reputation for her professionalism and eye for what works.

Just six months into her burlesque career, Annie joined forces with her partner Dick Dijon to create Vaudezilla Productions. They came up with Vaudezilla’s concept when they realized that they wanted to provide Chicago with much needed performances opportunities, and provide they did. In short order, they established Vaudezilla as the premiere source for free burlesque shows in Chicago - with a weekly bar-top show at Blue Bayou and a monthly show at Exit – as well as setting a new standard for theatrically-inspired burlesque shows.  Their critically-acclaimed box office smash hit, “Rollin’ Outta Here Naked: A Big Lebowski Burlesque,” will be back for a second year with a bevy of Chicago burlesque performers and hopefully a few familiar faces from across the country.  Along with team members Wham Bam Pam, Donna Touch, Maria May I, Barret All, RenZena, and Trixie Sparx, Annie has positioned Vaudezilla as a major force in Chicago burlesque.

As for Annie herself, she has been raising her profile by making appearances all across the United States.  In addition to her second appearance in the Texas Burlesque Festival, she will be appearing for the second year in a row at the Vancouver International Burlesque Festival.  And in just the first few months of 2010, she has made appearances in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Kansas City, Milwaukee and Nashville. With more than a few cities left to visit, Annie has her sites set on more national and international touring within the year.

Wherever she goes, Red Hot Annie brings with her a unique style of burlesque that fuses storytelling, humor, and sexiness all in one stunning package.  Drawing on her theater background, Annie strives to put a distinctive character stamp on each of her acts.  Fans have come to expect a variation from Annie, both in costume and performance style. She has been a damsel in distress who finds a clever way to get someone to fill her tank, a hot dog vendor who turns lemons into lemonade when her business meets with an unexpected end, and a penguin. 

You never know what you’re going to see when she performs, but you can always be guaranteed one thing…Red Hot Annie always knows how to make the wieners boil!

Burlesque is one of the most famous sub-genres of fetish and well established globally from the Crazy Horse in Paris to endless bars and parties throughout the US. We always love to blog about this topic, which is dominated in the US also by the name Dita von Teese, Burlesque Star and Fetish Model.

If you are looking for some fashion items for your next visit to a Burlesque or fetish Event simply go to our fashion couture website from Von Gutenberg Couture: www.vongutenbergcouture.com

Von Gutenberg Magazine recommends TEXAS Burlesque Festival 2010!

Austin, TX. March 29,2010 – Yes, it’s true, even Burlesque is bigger in Texas. As the resurgence of “Burly-Q” thrusts itself more into the mainstream and national spotlight, the Texas Burlesque Fest offers a uniquely Austin-tatious event for the bump and grind enthusiast. Experience a mind boggling array of talented Burlesque Beauties, Cabaret Queens and New Vaudevillians from Texas and across the USA and Canada at Austin’s newest up and coming performance venue- The Independant.

The Lone Star state will be well represented with performers from Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and of course Austin. As a testament to the festivals growing popularity, Texas Burlesque Festival will also feature entertainers from Canada, Chicago, Atlanta, Memphis, Las Vegas, San Francisco, L.A., Minneapolis, Washington State, and more!

“To better accommodate the growing list of applicants, we have extended to 3 nights ” states fest director and co-producer Lynn Raridon. “We have added Thursday Night as our Nouveau Nuit and are looking to feature new performers and troupes wanting to break into the national scene and/or provide a venue for seasoned performers to debut new routines.” “To add to the evening’s excitement,our featured performer will be Pyra Sutra” continues Raridon. “And Kudos to our Tech Director and Co Producer Jim “Roz” Rosnak, for playing the impresario and hooking us up with an amazing array of talent for this years fest, the likes of which our area has never seen!”

The Friday night show will feature some of Burley Q’s most legendary performers such as Satan’s Angel ( the original fire tassel twirler) Dusty Summers ( Mistress of Magic) and Miss Nude USA 1975, Tiffany Carter. Plus showcases by Miss Indigo Blue ( winner Miss Exotic World), Torchy Taboo and Vivienne VaVoom. Thursday and Friday night’s performers will be competing for the Audience Choice Award.

Saturday night’s grand finale will feature Canadian sensation Roxi D’Lite in a dazzling aerial hoop number along with a stellar line up of the nations best competing in 5 award categories with the Friday night “Legends”, and other local celebrities serving as the esteemed panel of judges.

Keeping it all running smoothly as Master of Ceremonies for Friday and Saturday will be the inimitable Jim Rose of the Jim Rose Circus and Sideshow, who will be giving colorful commentary and introductions while adding his own unique kink and quirk with a performance each evening too!

Adding an extra bit of excitement to the event will the presence of a film crew catching all the action and drama for an upcoming documentary about the burlesque revival and burgeoning scene all across the country.

The last 2 festivals have been unprecedented successes with sold out shows and we expect this year to be no different!

This years theme is “Cowgirls! Cowgirls! Cowgirls!” and to encourage folks to get into the mood, the Independant will be offering $2 off Tequila Shots with Lone Star Tall Boy Chasers to anyone in western attire so….
Pack your pistols and pasties—it’s gonna be a wild ride!

Doors 7:30 show 8:30 every night of the fest. Tickets: $15 general admission, $25 VIP seating @ www.frontgatetickets.com

Von Gutenberg Magazine recommends ArchEnemys!

ArchEnemys was founded in 1997 by Nate LaChance with a mission to sell high heel  footwear.  We offered much more than average footwear.  It consisted of very expensive high heel shoes & boots with an extremely high heel.

As time passed we realized that the stock photos displayed on our site was not enough to describe such a unique product.  Customers asked if additional photos were available.  They really wanted to see what the shoes actually looked like an.  So we started doing our own photography & even started shooting video.  During this whole time a huge fan base began to develop.  Emails started to pour in about our  photos & videos.  They not only loved it, they wanted more.

Meanwhile Carrie LaChance came onboard, and approached us about taking ArchEnemys to a brand new level.  She explained her vision in a way that created a whole new look & feel for ArchEnemys.  We began to lay out a plan that highlighted  100% quality & customer satisfaction.  Simply put, Carrie wanted to get professional! 

Within 1 years time we began marketing our company through our new found “professional” Pin-Up photography & video.  We added an extensive line of clothing, latex, posters, accessories, videos, built a photography studio, opened up a retail store and launched two other websites.  ArchEnemys has earned a true position in the world of Pin-Up and we intend to keep getting better & better.  It is always a challenge trying to keep up with our edgy high heel pin-up theme.  Always striving to take it to the edge while maintaining a clean and sexy feel.  In the world that is today, to accomplish something this wonderful is a true blessing.

All our videos have two things in common, beautiful women in high heels.  You don’t need much more than that to make a video interesting  but if you really want to create something more than just “eye candy” you need to work a lot harder & become creative.  What makes our videos so popular you might ask?  Well, being sexy is probably the number 1 reason for sure.  But just like Hollywood, mix in a little drama, suspense and humor and you create the perfect recipe for real entertainment.  Even a 5 minute video clip becomes worth it’s weight in gold.  So, we basically find something that people find interesting and add our own ArchEnemys twist to it. 

ArchEnemys has have a lot of really big plans for the near future.  One thing in the works is “The ArchEnemys Show” hosted by The Latex Twins, and another is the very first ArchEnemys feature film slotted for 2010. These are just a few things that ArchEnemys is working on, so keep an eye out on our website for more updates!

Check out all of our work at the following websites:

www.archenemys.com
www.archenemysvideo.com
www.thelatextwins.com
www.carrielachance.com
www.danimcquillan.com

Von Gutenberg Magazine is proud to have Judy Luck performing at the Burlesque Night March 12 in the DNA lounge in San Francisco!

Here the link: www.vongutenbergfetishball.com

“Sweet, Sassy, and Classy,” is how Los Angeles based performer Judy Luck is described by all who have crossed her path. This 22 year old girl next door may be young but don’t let that fool you, she’s been performing burlesque since age 17…. Before most clubs would even allow her entry! She began her career with International boylesque performer Bobbie Burlesque and Miss LuLu Lunaris in a magical trio. Soon after was on her own, craving all that is the world of Burlesque. Her acts are as all- embracing as her personality. Ranging from the classic striptease, to the naughty housewife. 

If that wasn’t enough, Judy also does pin-up and fetish modeling. She’s dabbled in Producing, by putting on her very own 21^st Birthday Burlesque show last year, and donating all the proceeds to various charities. Her career has given her the opportunity to travel to the Playboy Mansion, featured in The Topless Art Project supporting breast cancer research, and participating in Lucha Va Voom! Her inspirations are Hollywood starlets, most importantly Judy Garland, and the class of the past. Her smile alone will brighten up your day, so get ready to enjoy the luck coming your way!  

Judy Luck’s 21st Birthday Bash- December 2008

Fantasy Masquerade Burlesque Show- August 2009
Sunset Striptacular- October 2009
Burlesque and Cabaret- November 2009
Dollface Dames TripTease Burlesque Show- December 2009

Tickets here:  http://www.vongutenberg.com/shop/Event-Tickets/

Von Gutenberg Magazine is proud to announce the partnership with Hubba Hubba Revue for the Friday Night Burlessque & Fetish Night at the VON GUTENBERG FETISH WEEKEND March 11, 12 and 13 in San Francisco. Hubba Hubba first and than top Burlesque Star Ava Garter will be in the DNA lounge March 12, start 9pm!

Tickets here:

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HUBBA HUBBA REVUE

San Francisco’s Hubba Hubba Revue has been a mainstay of Bay Area entertainment –and the premiere burlesque & variety show- for over 3 years. Performing monthly at DNA Lounge –and weekly, Monday nights, at Oakland’s Uptown Club– every Hubba Hubba Revue is an unforgettable combination of irreverent comedy, top-notch talent, and of course a generous helping of classic striptease.

Voted “Best Burlesque Revue” in the Best of San Francisco 2009 by SFWeekly.

“Pasties, booze, and pretty girls thumbing their noses at propriety? Sounds like a party to us. For more than three years, the Hubba Hubba Revue has been upstaging more coquettish burlesque acts with a tasty goulash of live bands, classic striptease, vaudeville high-jinks, and Weimar era–esque cabaret acts.” – SFWEEKLY

SISTER KATE

This gorgeous trio of dancers combines cabaret-inspired theatrics with bellydance, vaudeville, and themes that range from the comedic to the sultry & sinister. Always sexy, always alluring, the three ladies of Sister Kate never fail to shimmy their way into their audiences’ hearts.

Sister Kate also produce their own show, “Baxtalo Drom — The Lucky Road” monthly at the Amnesia Bar in San Francisco.

FLAME CYNDERS

Originally from Atlanta, GA, Flame Cynders is a rare & beguiling beauty who’s work focuses primarily on the classic era of burlesque. From feathers to glitter to everything in between, Flame is a practioner of the Art of Striptease.

MYNX d’MEANOR

“Tho’ She Be Little, She Be Fierce,” –so goes the motto of San Francisco burlesque performer, Mynx d’Meanor. Mynx has been delighting audiences with her unique and always delectable performances for over 3 years now –both here in SF, and in San Diego, where she produced her own shows, “Fishnet Follies,” and “Comic Strip.”

SPARKLY DEVIL

Already a burlesque star in her own right when she moved to San Francisco from Detroit in 2006, Sparkly Devil joined up with Hubba Hubba Revue and it’s been a match made in striptease-heaven ever since.

With a range that includes everything from superb comic timing to dramatic performance to combinging feather-fans with gangsta rap, Sparkly Devil is one of the most dynamic performers in the burlesque community.

TWINKLETOES McGEE

A compatriot of Sparkly Devil’s from her Detroit days (where the two of them were members of the troupe, “Causing A Scene”) Twinkletoes only recently moved to San Francisco –but he’s already taken the town by storm.

An amazing and classically-trained dancer, Twinkletoes raises the bar for talent on-stage, all while maintaining a not-so-hidden wink at the audience.

YOUR LITTLE CHERNOBYL

A member of Hubba Hubba Revue from almost it’s very first day, Your Little Chernobyl is a lithe, captivating performer who combines superb burlesque with ariels –on ropes, hoops, silks and more– to create fascinating visual artistry you won’t soon forget.

MADAM CHARTREUSE

A native of the great city of New Orleans, Madam Chartreuse is a statuesque beauty with the sultry voice of a riverboat-belle… and a pair of full-sized leather bullwhips that she knows how to use.  Once she casts her voodoo spell, no audience ever forgets a night with Madam Chartreuse.  

KINGFISH

People who know better refer to Kingfish as Jim Sweeney, a long-time San Francisco show-producer and entertainer who has been co-creator and M.C. to such Bay Area extravaganzas as “Spectacular! Spectacular!” and “Creepshow Peepshow.”

With fellow Bay Area MC, Eddie Dane, Kingfish started Hubba Hubba Revue in 2006, and the show has since become a major element of the Bay Area entertainment scene.

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Erik von Gutenberg recommends Sabina Kelley. An international pin up model and burlesque star!

She specializes in Pinup, Fashion, Glamour, Fetish, Swimsuit, and Lingerie style shoots. Sabina:

I’ve been modeling professionally for 7 years and I’ve worked with some of the best photographers in the world including David LaChapelle and famous Pinup photographer Bunny Yeager. When I’m not modeling, I’m dancing. I’ve been dancing since I was 2 years old, and am trained in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and pointe. I went from a small town ballerina to a big time Las Vegas Showgirl. I was a Showgirl at Ballys Hotel in Jubilee for 2 and a half years, and I’m currently a burlesque dancer that travels the world performing.

I am a heavily tattooed model and known very much for being the spokesmodel for tattoo conventions worldwide, and for being on the cover of numerous tattoo magazines. While some people love my tattoos there are people who would rather hire me without them. As of right now, I have two full sleeves. So I can wear long sleeves and make it look like I have no tattoos.

I also write my own Pinup article for each issue of Car Kulture Deluxe Magazine called “Pin Down Pinup”. If you want to learn more about the Pinup scene, my thoughts and opinions check out the magazine at www.CKDeluxeMag.com. If you have a suggestion or questions for me for my layout feel free to send me an email.

If your interested in Booking Sabina, for either Modeling or Burlesque, please go to her website and you can contact her:

http://www.switchbladestilettos.com/index.php

Erik von Gutenberg recommends Fleur de Tease!

After a successful night of mayhem this past Sunday in New Orleans, Fleur de Tease is taking our Halloween Revue on the road. We will be performing our sinister, spine tingling, strip tease this Friday October 16 in Jackson, MS at the Ole Tavern. Doors are at 10 and tickets are $10 Then on Saturday October 17 we will continue to delight with fright in Baton Rouge at the Spanish Moon. Doors are also at 10 and tickets are $10 For tickets and additional information please contact: 601.960.2700 (Jackson) or 225.383.6666 (Baton Rouge)

And of course you can catch us Halloween weekend at the Voodoo Music Experience. We will be performing on Sunday November 1st at 2.45pm at the BINGO stage. So spread the word and come out to the show lots of love and zombie support

Trixie Minx http://www.trixieminx.com/

Erik von Gutenberg recommends Ava Garder, the burlesque Queen you have to see and now you have the unique chance to learn from her as well!

The black glove, school of seduction, check it out:
http://www.theblackglove.com/

For thousands of years the secrets of sensuality have been passed between specific groups of women. Courtesans, Mistresses, Burlesque Queens, Striptease Artist and even Movie Stars. These chosen women have learned all it takes to keep a man spellbound and to rasie her own personal confidence with glamour and mystery.

Our goal at the “black glove” is to empower women with the secrets of sensuality, so that they may put them to use in their lives. These secrets will bring them the confidence they need in order to feel like a true modern femme fatale.

Learn the art of tease and see Ava Garder, you will simply love it.

Erik von Gutenberg from MARQUIS AMERICA recommends HUBBA HUBBA Burlesque Show in San Francisco, simply the best best!

Hubba Hubba Revue! Voted Best Burlesque Show in SF Weekly’s “Best of SF, 2009!”

http://sfweekly.com/bestof/2009/award/best-burlesque-revue-1525044/

Hubba Hubba Revue: SIDESHOW: Friday, June 19th, 9PM

MARQUIS AMERICA recomends Angie Pontani, the Brooklyn Bombshell, who performs her burlesque show all over the world. She is stunning, beautiful and amazing. Below you see an exclusive interview with Erik von Gutenberg, the founder and enterpreneur from MARQUIS AMERICA.

 

How long have you been a burlesque model and when did you find out you have a fetish for this kind of art and dance?

I’ve been working in burlesque for over  10  bedazzled years.   I had always wanted to be a performer, I was 100% sure of that by age 4.  I think my desire to be an entertainer was inspired in great part by the films my family would watch as well as the music we would listen to.  Even though I grew up on the 80′s and 90′s, I was raised on a diet of Technicolor musicals and Sammy Davis and Frank Sinatra records.  The films always featured beautifully costumed girls and larger then life dance acts.  I loved it, to me that is entertainment and it’s what I always wanted to do.  In my burlesque career, I draw from those influences in my costumes, performance style and musical choices. 

 

What did you do before you got a famous burlesque model?

A lot of things!  I was a make up artist, a receptionist at a recorder studio, a nanny, I played guitar in a really bad band, I even apprenticed as a tattoo artist for a minute. But all of these jobs/fancies were part time to support my dance habit.  I was in my first burlesque show at 17, so I would work my normal job during the day and perform at night!

 

How would you describe you personal style as a dancer and performer?

I would say that my style is classic with a bit of contemporary flair. 

 

Would you say you are a fetish model as well?

Most photographers I work with tend to want to shoot me in a cheesecake pin up style.  I’ve been trying to break out of that lately and draw inspiration from classic smoldering sex pots like Sophia Loren and Claudia Cardinale.  Aside from doing some Bettie Page style shots with a riding crop and  vintage styled spanking scenes, I have not really done much fetish inspired work.

 

What feedback do you get from the society being a Burlesque model and how do you react?

Today people are excited and supportive of the art of burlesque.  Ten years ago you would have to explain it or in some cases defend it. There was more then one occasion where I was accused of setting back the feminist movement, which I find ironic as today burlesques biggest fans are typically female.

 

How would you define Burlesque and Pin up or Striptease, is there a difference between the 3?

They are all related.  Burlesque and strip tease go hand in hand, like wise with pin up, All cousins in the same family!

 

Angie, you like latex as well for you to wear and what is your personal favorite fetish?

I love latex, I was recently at a show, “Last Call at the Starliner Lounge”, where the Baroness costumed one of the performers.  The fashions were amazing, absolutely gorgeous!  For myself, I would say corsets and extremely high heels.  I love getting the most out of the female form. 

 

“This is burlesque”, what is so intriguing doing this show and performing in NYC?

It’s so exciting to be a part of a running show in NYC. We have been going strong every weekend for almost 2 years.  There is something very gratifying about having a showbiz home, especially in the entertainment capital of the world where the competition can be difficult.  At “This Is Burlesque”, we have an amazing home at Corio, a fabulous and supportive cast and crew as well as the good fortune of getting great press.  Sometimes, in the summer, I open the back door of my dressing room which leads to the roof and I’ll sit out there during intermission and watch the traffic go by on West Broadway.  It reminds me of a scene from one of the movies I watched when I was a kid. I love it, it’s pure showbiz and so New York. 

 

What is the most fun aspect in doing burlesque for you?

Every day is different.  I get to travel a lot, meet new people, go new places. There isn’t a lot of pattern and repetition, which I love. It’s always a new adventure. Even at “This Is Burlesque”, every show is different, every audience is different, every performance is different!  I think that keeps me on my toes, literally!  I never know what tomorrow will bring.

 

Angie a lot of young talents want to be a star like you – What are the requirements to be a burlesque model & star?

It requires a lot of commitment and passion, Like everything else, you get back what you put into something.   It’s a 24 hour a day 7 days a week job.  Even though I typically only work 3 – 4 nights a week, it goes well beyond that.  I’m constantly working on my performances, maintaining my costume wardrobe, creating new performances as well as simply taking care of myself.     It can take a lot of stamina to do 2 shows a night, for me, that is 8 costume changes and performances!

In which part of the world did you not perform yet and you would love to go there?

I have not performed in Asia yet, I would love to do that. I think it would be very exciting!

 

You love this wonderfull wardrobe, what is Angie wearing private?

When I’m not onstage, I still love dressing up.  While I am not always in dresses, I am always in high heels. At 5’2, heels are one thing I don’t leave home with out.   I’m also a bit of a serial matcher, everything I wear from lingerie to my purse, shoes, socks and even my nails must match!

 

Where are you looking for your new burlesque wardrobe?

In my burlesque wardrobe, I am always looking for new ways of taking something off.  I work with designer Garo Sparo on 99.9% of my costumes and we are always trying to come up with clever ways to remove layers. A hidden zipper here, a few snaps there. I love it.  We just created the most amazing green gown with a gold lace overlay.  It is magnificent. The best part is that it looks like a complete fabulous one piece gown, but it’s not! 

 

Who is your favorite designer? I don’t really have a favorite, but I love Roberto Cavalli, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and most of the Italian designers.  I think it’s in my blood line!  I also love more edgy and contemporary designers, like Richie Rich who had a wonderful show for fashion week last month. He showed some gorgeous timeless dresses in funky fabrics with giant bows.  I loved the look, it was classic and edgy at the same time.

 

What would people be most surprised knowing about you?

That at the end of a long night of shows, I love to come home, take a bath,  curl up with my dog on the couch watch an old western and crochet.  This is probably not what most people who just left my show would imagine me doing!!!

 

You like photo shoots and would you love to shoot with Marquis?

I love photo shoots. You can have so much fun with wardrobe, hair and make up. You can totally transform who you are and your look.   I would of course love to shoot with Marquis. 

 

What are you doing when you are not on stage?

When I’m not working, I love to garden and cook, I love entertaining people at my house.  I also love to play softball, which is kind of polar opposite of my job!  I play on a great team in my neighborhood and there is something so fun about it.  I love to get out there and get dirty.  I particularly like sliding, but I’ve got to be careful about bruising and such, that does not look good from stage!

 

Who is your favorite model and icon you look up to?

She wasn’t necessarily  a model, but I adore Sophia Loren.  Her photographs and films really inspire me,  there is always passion in her eyes.  She embodied a raw carnality that was balanced with grace and extreme sex appeal.

 

What would you do if you would not be a burlesque model & performer?

I can’t even imagine. I’ve been doing this since I was 18; it’s hard to imagine doing anything else. If I absolutely had to, I think I would be a seamstress.  If I had nothing but time, I would sit in my sewing room and sew all day long. I adore sewing, it can be so relaxing and there is nothing as gratifying as starting out with a piece of fabric and some thread and ending with a gorgeous garment. 

 

What is your favorite meal and drink?

If I had to pick my absolute favorite, I would have to say simple is best and I would go with a delicious glass of red wine and spaghetti and meatballs. I could eat Italian food every day and be happy!

And of course for our readers at Marquis Fetish Blog, what are you doing next?

 

Long term vision, what is Angie doing in 10 years from now?

I couldn’t say. 10 years ago I would have never guessed that I would be where I am now. I can’t guess where I will be in ten years, but I hope it’s as much fun as where I am now.

 

Interview Erik von Gutenberg, MARQUIS America, www.marquisamerica.com ; pictures Amy Sussman, Angies website: http://www.angiepontani.com/#home

MARQUIS AMERICA recommends pin up stickers. Pin Up girls and Burlesque performers are a huge part of the fetish scene since many years. Dita von Teese and formerly Betty Page are the symbols of this fetish and art forms since a long time.

Just as the pin-up art of yesteryear adorned the war vehicles and fighter planes, pin-up art is still very much around and appearing on custom vehicles – be it motorcycle tanks, trucks, trailers, .. or even skateboards, or surfboards.

In terms of customizing motorcycles, and other vehicles, applying vinyl stickers holds the advantage of requiring no special preparation (apart from the obvious cleaning), and they can easily be applied by hand within seconds. Once the vinyl graphics are on, you are more or less ready to go! No drying times or having your ride off the road for any length of time while an artist completes the artwork. And then of course there is the cost advantage – airbrush artists will cost a job by the day or the hour, and it can get very expensive. And let’s be realistic, only a select few will be able to afford for their bike to host custom hand-painted art by one of the world’s top pin-up artists, so vinyl graphics are the ideal solution for many.

Some popular modern pin-up artists include Kirsten Easthope, who has her own unique style of creating rockabilly and retro glamour pin-ups, or Ralph Burch who produces retro pin-up art with classic gambling themes (among other works). Gambling themes are indeed popular in retro pin-up art, Michael Landefeld is another artist who produces retro style playing card pin-ups, and poker theme pin-ups, among his other works.

But pin-up graphics aren’t all about the retro. Modern glamour pin-up artists are thriving too, for example Keith Garvey and Armando Huerta. And don’t forget Olivia De Berardinis, who’s portfolio has much Bettie Page inspired art, as well as other glamor and fetish style pin-up art.

Of course authentic hand-painted pin-up art and graphics have their place and are wonderful for those who have the time, money and patience, and who care about their vehicles being authentically handpainted. But vinyl sticker art now makes customizing and personalizing your ride so much more accessible, and the fact that some of the best pin-up artists around provide their work as stickers and decals is a bonus!

For those in Europe, be it UK, France, Italy, or anywhere else in the EU, you can buy vinyl vehicle graphics from Rock Artist Studios. They supply Europe with a wide range of pin-up stickers and vinyl decals. You will find vinyl sticker art by the talented pin-up artists mentioned in the article above, as well as many others. They are a UK based business and only sell within the EU, however the same and similar designs can be found worldwide.

Source: http://pinupferret.com/