pin·up {pin-uhp}
n. a. A picture, especially of a sexually attractive person, that is displayed on a wall.
b. A person considered a suitable model for such a picture.
There once was a time when images of women were filled with secrets and mystery, intrigue and enticement. A sideways glance; the trailing smoke of a slender cigarette; a whisper of danger on cherry red lips, it was an era where tease and suggestion reigned supreme. Pin-Up photography was popular in the 40’s and 50’s. Judy Garland, Brigitte Bardot, Sophia Loren, Norma Jeane (aka. Marilyn Monroe) and Bettie Page, to name a few, made many poses famous. These portraits concealed just enough to be innocent and scandalous all at once. Pin-Up portraits generally focus only on the subject, with background and props kept to a minimum.
Our Pin-Up portrait session will transform you from your everyday life into a beautiful glamorous Hollywood style 50’s Pin-Up! We promise that your time at Artistic Impressions is an amazing, fun and unique experience. Pin-Ups are for every woman – they are about the everyday woman!
I recently had the pleasure of photographing one of our clients, Sam, who had come to me with the vision on doing a Pin-Up style session. We brainstormed some ideas at our design consultation and set the plan into action. The day of the session, Sam brought with her, her mom, grand-mother, a hairstylist, a friend…and a bottle of wine.
Here are some of my favourite images from the session. Keep reading to find out more about our Pin-Up session and how you can win a Pin-Up session of your own.

classic Pin-Up portrait on our retro chair from the 50's

Simply beautiful Sam!

This portrait reminds me of Marilyn Monroe. Stunningly beautiful!
What to expect when doing a Pin-Up session…Usually a whole lot of fun! You’ll start by getting your hair and make-up done. What you wear is entirely up to you. Bring as many outfits as you like, it is good to have a lot of choices. If you have something in mind, but you are afraid it will be too much (or too little) you can always bring it along, change your mind, and leave it on the hanger. We will help you choose from the clothing you brought and pick out 3 outfits which will work best with the poses you want to try.
We have a number of props that will compliment this style of portraiture, but you are always welcome to bring any props that you feel may work, bring out your personality or have a special meaning to you.
Next you’ll plug in your iPod with your favourite playlist to set the mood and step into the studio to create the glamorous you with studio lights flashing all around you like a classic Hollywood movie star.

These are probably two of my favourite images from the session. Sam brought in this fantastic umbrella. It was a great prop for the classic Pin-Up style of portrait

Sam hit each pose perfectly...like a pro!
You’ll look your best if you are feeling relaxed and comfortable. So along with your favorite music, bring anything else that will make you feel calm, confident and beautiful–a good luck charm, a good friend, a bottle of wine…whatever it takes to help you feel comfortable, build your confidence and sense of adventure.


One of my many favourite Pin-Up portraits of Sam.
As you can imagine, the Pin-Up session is unlike anything else we offer…therefore we have put together a package for this unique and special session. Please feel free to contact the studio at 204.831.8310 or info@aiphotography.com if you have any questions or would like to book your own Pin-Up session.
Pin-Up Session — $900.00
Session Includes:
Studio session (apprx. 2 to 3 hours)
2 backgrounds
A professional make-up artist
A professional Hair Stylist
3 outfit changes
Complete retouching, enhancing and finishing in the Pin-Up style of any images ordered.
1 20” Art Wrap
We thought it would be a great ides to run a contest to win a Pin-up session. GOOD LUCK!
CONTEST
PRIZE: Full Pin-Up Session ($900 value)
Details and How to win…….
1. Tell us why you deserve a Pin-Up portrait session.
2. Promote our Facebook Fan page and/or our blog…aitalk… to at least 5 friends. (you must let us know who!)
3. Entrants must be at least 18 years to enter.
4. Winning entry must not have won another contest in the last 6 months.
The winner will be chosen from all who have entered. In addition all entries who have followed the guidelines will receive 25% off their pinup session just for qualifying. Sessions must be booked before October 31st with deposit, to qualify.


Here Sam is posing with a photograph of her Grand-Mother...who was in the room and was brought to tears. She was so proud of her beautiful Grand-Daughter and was honoured that she brought her portrait to be included in the session. What a special touch.
Thanks Sam for being such a great model. You are both beautiful on the inside as you are on the out. I hope you had a great time during your session and will enjoy looking at the portraits for years to come.
by Ingrid
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