Tuesday, September 23, 2014
*NEW* Vintage Dream Girl Boudoir Set | Minneapolis Pinup + Boudoir Photography
We've got a new set just perfect for the vintage inspired boudoir style! Not quite full color, not quite sepia...a perfect blend of both. Channel your inner 60's sex kitten on our amazingly soft fuzzy rug!
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Jim's Calendar Girls - Part I | Minneapolis St. Paul MN Pinup Photographer
When I first heard about Jim and Jennie Gorbunow, it was through a budding pinup model I had become friends with. Their story is like many who struggle with illness and the need for a transplant.
"The month before his 7th birthday, Jim was diagnosed with type-1 diabetes. Thankfully, he was able to grow up without experiencing many issues related to diabetes, but as he grew older, the effects of being a lifelong diabetic were becoming more obvious.
In 2000, he went to the ER with what he thought was heart problems. While he was thrilled to learn his heart was in good shape, he received the shocking news that his kidneys had stopped working; he was in end-stage renal failure. Doctors said a kidney/pancreas transplant was critical to his survival. This was a frightening time, but Jim was overwhelmed by the support from his loved ones. Eight wonderful people in his life were tested in hopes of being his kidney donor.
Jims friend Jeremy was a perfect match. The transplant date was set, and somewhat miraculously, the night before the scheduled a surgery, a pancreas donor was found.
Life changed dramatically for Jim after his successful kidney/pancreas transplant! He met and married his wife, Jennie; they purchased a home and began a life together. While they were grateful for his new lease on life, they also understood that other transplants may be in his future. In 2006, Jim required a second pancreas. Now, his donated kidney is slowing down, and they know a second kidney transplant is necessary.
Jim and Jennie embrace the gift of transplantation, as they realize it’s all about the quality of life that can be achieved after receiving a new organ. They look forward to overcoming this transplant, so they enjoy many more blessings in the future. But right now, they need your help.
The average kidney transplant costs approximately $250,000. Even with health insurance, which will cover the cost of the transplant itself, he still faces significant medical expenses related to the surgery. He will need a lifetime of follow-up care and daily anti-rejection medications. These medications are very costly, and they’re as important to his survival as the transplant itself."
This past winter, Jim and Jennie used the snowfall to raise awareness by building a giant snow kidney in their front yard. (video here)
I have become quite good friends with Jennie, Jim's wife, and together we are creating a wonderful pinup calendar for 2015 to help raise money for their family. She even stepped in front of the camera herself (and did a fabulous job, I might add)!
Below are the first few gals to participate. I cannot wait to show you the rest (coming soon!). Information on how to purchase a calendar will also be made available as soon as they are ready. Enjoy!
In 2000, he went to the ER with what he thought was heart problems. While he was thrilled to learn his heart was in good shape, he received the shocking news that his kidneys had stopped working; he was in end-stage renal failure. Doctors said a kidney/pancreas transplant was critical to his survival. This was a frightening time, but Jim was overwhelmed by the support from his loved ones. Eight wonderful people in his life were tested in hopes of being his kidney donor.
Jims friend Jeremy was a perfect match. The transplant date was set, and somewhat miraculously, the night before the scheduled a surgery, a pancreas donor was found.
Life changed dramatically for Jim after his successful kidney/pancreas transplant! He met and married his wife, Jennie; they purchased a home and began a life together. While they were grateful for his new lease on life, they also understood that other transplants may be in his future. In 2006, Jim required a second pancreas. Now, his donated kidney is slowing down, and they know a second kidney transplant is necessary.
Jim and Jennie embrace the gift of transplantation, as they realize it’s all about the quality of life that can be achieved after receiving a new organ. They look forward to overcoming this transplant, so they enjoy many more blessings in the future. But right now, they need your help.
The average kidney transplant costs approximately $250,000. Even with health insurance, which will cover the cost of the transplant itself, he still faces significant medical expenses related to the surgery. He will need a lifetime of follow-up care and daily anti-rejection medications. These medications are very costly, and they’re as important to his survival as the transplant itself."
This past winter, Jim and Jennie used the snowfall to raise awareness by building a giant snow kidney in their front yard. (video here)
I have become quite good friends with Jennie, Jim's wife, and together we are creating a wonderful pinup calendar for 2015 to help raise money for their family. She even stepped in front of the camera herself (and did a fabulous job, I might add)!
Below are the first few gals to participate. I cannot wait to show you the rest (coming soon!). Information on how to purchase a calendar will also be made available as soon as they are ready. Enjoy!
Cherry Dollface Pinup Hair and Makeup Tour - Tuesday May 13, 2013 | Minneapolis and St. Paul Pinup Photography Studio
What did you say? You love Cherry Dollface, watch her Youtube channel religiously and want to meet her?
Ok, done. No, seriously, she's coming to our studio. I'm not even a little bit joking. On Tuesday May 13th, 2014, she will be in our studio, teaching her pinup hair and makeup techniques to you!
Now, all YOU have to do is sign up. It's that easy. No hoops to jump through, no contests to sign up for and win. You just have to sign up!
Email Cherry HERE to secure your spot and have the opportunity to learn from and meet one of my favorite pinup gurus!
Spaces are limited so do not wait to sign up!
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Winter Wonderland Pinups | Minneapolis Pinup Photography
*** Happy New Year, everyone! ***
We've been busy with some really fun projects (a new studio is one of those projects, which I will blog on later). Just before the holidays, we shot some really fun festive pinups and played around with a new editing style. Enjoy!
We've been busy with some really fun projects (a new studio is one of those projects, which I will blog on later). Just before the holidays, we shot some really fun festive pinups and played around with a new editing style. Enjoy!
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