I just added some new info to my website about my feature in “How To Airbrush Pin-Ups” by Frank Season. I was photographed earlier this year creating one of my pinups for this one of a kind how to book. I chose to work with Kay O’Hara again for this piece, because to me she is one of the quintessential retro pinups - embodying everything that is great about these gals.

The book is available now for pre-order from Amazon.com

How to Airbrush Pin-Ups

I was happy to see that makeup trendsetter Sephora is showing the classic cat eyeliner and red lips (think Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren) as a major look for Fall ‘09.

I love this look and all the retro pinup models show it off beautifully.

Stars & Stripes ‘09 at the Playboy Mansion

Miss Kitty Baby (pictured above with two marines) and her Pinup Angels helped organize the benefit which raised money for the Wounded Warriors project. I was thrilled to have my artwork included in the auction to benefit such a worthy cause.

Kitty helps auction off the wares (above with “Semper Fi” and below with “Salute the Troops”)

I just posted a new painting on myspace titled “Dark Angel”. It’s a departure from my usual sugary sweet pinups, but fitting for Halloween. I worked with the lovely UK model, Necromantis on this piece, and hope to create more works based on her mesmerizing beauty.

This piece was done in oil paints to give it more of a painterly look befitting the fantasy theme.

What makes retro pinup art stand out from racier, more modern forms of pinup art? Ever hear the phrase, “a wink and a nod”? Well, if you’ve ever watched an old Bogie and Bacall movie you know what I’m talking about. Women like Lauren Bacall could seduce their leading man with a just a look - it’s all in the eyes!

In every piece I create, a lot of attention is paid to the look in the model’s eyes - trying to draw the viewer in despite all her other, more obvious assets. After all, the eyes are the window to the soul.

There are lots of new resources online to help you get that retro style pinup look. Even mainstream mass merchandisers are getting in on this trend. Perhaps most notably, the Spring ‘08 Victoria’s Secret collection has an entire Glamour Girl section (with everything from lingerie to office attire to swimsuits) that’s full to the brim with corset styling, high waistlines, capris, polka dots, and peep toe pumps.

This is my fave! A cute capri jean with corset style sweater and amazing peep toe pumps. VaVaVaVoom! If you want that pinup girl look, this is a great new resource - but don’t forget to check out some of the retro style retailers in the links section of my website for even more authentic retro pinup style.

Vintage Hollywood glamour - a look that started with the spring runway shows is super hot for fall - red lips, black liquid liner, and soft wavy hair. The exact look embraced by the models I love to paint. Sephora’s fall beauty catalog has all the goods, and if you go online they even have videos showing you how to get the look. Put you hair in curlers girls - it’s time to get the glam on!

I receive a lot of e-mails asking me questions about where I get my inspiration or what tools I use, so I’ve compiled a list and created a shop (powered by Amazon.com) that features all of my faves. I love on-line shopping, so I’ll be adding products often!

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