Immodesty Blaize

All photos courtesy of Immodesty Blaize The Goddess, Immodesty Blaize, talks bonkbusters, Ambition, waistlines and Texas. Divertida Devotchka 1. You’ve never performed in Texas, correct? What are your expectations for your March 20th show in Dallas? I am really looking forward to coming. The promoter has been incredibly welcoming. Generally I have no expectations or pre-judgments whenever... [Read more]

Dirty Martini

Dirty Martini Photograph: Karl Giant Dirty Martini talks Texans, the Moisture Festival, straight men, and about her first Burlesque show. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: You’re featured in Immodesty Blaize’s documentary “Burlesque Undressed.” What was your reaction when you were informed you’d be included in the project? Immodesty approached me about participating in her film when I performed... [Read more]

Girls Drawin’ Girls

'The 60s' Illustration by Girls Drawin' Girls Artist Liz Climo Putting a New Spin on the Tradition of Pinup: Meet Girls Drawin Girls By Bubbles von BonBon The female form has always been emulated in art with the artists of each period dictating what should be stylized and celebrated in these figures. Traditionally, with the emergence of comic art and design, the predominantly male profession of illustration... [Read more]

Lola Van Ella

Photo: JoshuaRowan.com Lola Van Ella took time out of her busy schedule to discuss merkin malfunctions, St. Louis, spontaneity and the role of comedy in burlesque. Lola Van Ella will be performing in Dallas on Feb 27th. Performance info. Interview: Divertida Divotchka; Photos: Joshua Rowan and Connie LaFlam Q: You’re coming to Texas for the Amour show at the end of February. Will it be your... [Read more]

The Lollie Bombs

Selling Out Show After Show is No Accident: Meet The Lollie Bombs Story: Shoshana; Photos: Benn Britt and Through the Looking Glass Year after year, audiences pack into the cozy Pocket Sandwich Theater, sip on sangria served in a pitcher, and enjoy their favorite late night revue- with everything from a crazed Zombie shooting character, to a pill poppin’ princess, and a gal dropping down from... [Read more]

Melissa Meaow

Photo: Shoshana of Through the Looking Glass. MUA/H: LaDonna Hearne. Fascinator: Tara Tonini Dallas’ own Melissa Meaow, model, chats about Dallas Burlesque Fest, glamazons, making her much anticipated burlesque debut, and being drunk off decadence. Interview & Photographs: Shoshana of Through the Looking Glass Studio. MUA/H: LaDonna Hearne Accessories (hats, cuffs, and fascinators): Tara... [Read more]

Paigey Pumphrey

Photo of Paigey by Atomic Cheesecake Studios Brooklyn, New York’s Paigey Pumphrey, pin-up and comic book artist extraordinaire sits down to talk Ed Emberley, superheroines, Mary Jane, curvy gals, and sausage fests. Interview: Shoshana. Illustrations: Paigey. Photograph of artist: Atomic Cheesecake Studios Q: In your blog, you credit Ed Emberley with teaching you to draw. How serious are you about... [Read more]

Angela Ryan

Snow Queen Photo of Angela Ryan by Shoshana of Through the Looking Glass, MUAH: Alexandria Dixon, Costume: Jupiter Moon, Post- Production: Tania Kauffman Design: Jenni Leder Notorious Model and Performer Angela Ryan graces the very first Best Of Pin Curl print edition, and sits down with editor Shoshana to discuss fashion, kindergarten, modeling mistakes, and a world without MySpace. Angela Ryan will... [Read more]

Bernie Dexter

Photo: Levi Dexter Pin-Up icon Bernie Dexter, who has graced the pages of Playboy Magazine as well as been called the Queen of Pin-Ups by BLID Entertainment, takes time out of her busy moving schedule to discuss music, nerves, and her clothing line for Lucy B. Miss Dexter did her interview exclusively for the Best of Pin Curl 2009 issue available in our online shop or at the Issue Release Party at... [Read more]

Jupiter Moon

Photo by 666 Photography, Model: Lola Vee Corset designer Jennifer Gonzalez of Jupiter Moon 3 talks shop discussing corsets, time management, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, and evolution. Q: What’s the story behind the name- Jupiter Moon 3? It’s a long story.  When I was starting out part time, as a hobbyist, I went through several company names.  Nothing ever felt right, and nothing stuck. ... [Read more]