2012 Hot Rod Pin-up Calendar By Mitzi
January 11, 2012 by pikesan · 3 Comments
Hot Rod Pin-up Calendar
If you’re a poker player, peaking at your cards and seeing pocket aces, or in five card draw holding a set on the deal, you’re feeling like you can’t lose… Same thing’s true with pinup photographer Mitzi’s 2012 Pinup calendar. Mitzi’s a long time friend of MyRideisMe.com shooting and sharing pinups and the best hot rods custom cars from SoCal and beyond. Now she’s delivering 12 months of hot rod pinups for your viewing pleasure.
I just called for service, beer’s on the house… tilt one back and check out the winning hand below.
On the cover shown above is the lovely Miss Doris Mayday. Also seen as Miss September, Doris is welcoming you to Vegas in front of the Wild Cad hailing from Australia. Featured in magazines and online everywhere, owner Mario Colalillo’s 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville has every mod and custom trick available and thanks to legendary customizer and painter Gene Winfield, has an amazing purple fade paint job. When you see Doris dealt face up like this… raise.
Next up is Miss April, simply known as Mosh. Look closely and there’s 3 tons of 1950 Cadillac built by Rick Dore there too. Mitzi says Mosh is one of her favorite models… could easily be one of mine too… (“pair of queens would be too obvious…) I’ll call Mosh my Bad Beat. Everybody at the table wins.
Next up is Miss February, pinup model Kelsey Alexandra. (I know April’s after Feb… but I’m the one holding the cards here…) Kelsey’s rocking the seriously channeled 32 Ford hot rod pickup called, “Floorless” shot at Gary Chopit’s shop in Stanton, CA. With her lips saying, “kiss me” and her eyes saying, “I’ll never tell…” she’s gotta be the queen of hearts.
Dealing from the bottom of the deck straight to Miss March, we see the lovely Firme Hyna. Teaming up with Mitzi at the Ink-n-Iron show, Firme’s ride’n shotgun in Shawn Phelps’ 1960 Chevy wagon. Don’t be afraid of a long roof with gold paint! Any time you’re ride’n in a wagon, that’s the wild card!
All eyes are on Miss December Erica Vaughn and the timeless Mooneyes digger shot in front of their shop in Santa Fe Springs, CA. (Searching for clever card or gambling reference now… nobody’s reading this anyway… suggestions?) Draw another card and see Erica as MyRideisMe.com’s October Pinup of the Month.
Coming full circle to Washington state native and Miss January, introducing Miss Melanie Lacy. Always searching for nostalgic backdrops for her shoots, Mitzi shot her first pinup set with Melanie at the Early Ford Store in San Dimas, CA. They hit it off so well, Melanie stacks the deck for the whole year, right from the start.
Thanks for ignoring my words while you dreamed of owning Mitzi’s hot 2012 Pinup Calendar. Don’t dream, my friends, make it real! Visit Mitzi’s website or find Mitzi at several hot rod and custom car shows in California, (Like Grand National Roadster Show coming up!) to buy her 11×17 wire bound, high quality calendar. Like a hand holding “queens full” you can’t lose!
December Pinup of the Month – Mimi La Minkz
December 13, 2010 by Aubrey London · 2 Comments
Hot Rod Pinup Mimi La Minkz
This little Latina might be a petite Pin Up, but don’t let that fool you! Her size may be small but her curves are just the right size. Mimi La Minkz busted into the scene a few years ago and has already made her rounds in the Pin Up and retro model scene. Just look at these amazing photos captured by none other than the talented Mitzi Valenzuela.
For those of you lucky enough to make it out to the Ink and Iron car show this past Summer, you might remember this spicy gal placing second in the Pin Up contest after Gia Genevieve. Well, I have a feeling we will be seeing more of Mimi at some car shows in 2011, so keep your eyes peeled for her in (or on) a custom ride near you! Read more about her in my interview with Mimi below. She’s also posting next to this Crazy Nitro-Cacklefest 31 Coupe here.
First off, I think you’re a hot little package that packs a big wallop. What first attracted you to Pinup Modeling?
I was and still am mesmerized by the confidant sultry sassy women of the 40’s and 50’s… I feel that women then knew what sexy was they knew how to own their body and embrace it… no matter what size they were.
What feelings overcome your body when you’re draped all over a hot rod or classic car?
I LOVE cars that’s another reason I love what I do, because I am constantly surrounded by these beautiful, bad ass rides… The type of car that really gets my gears goin is Rat Rods… I love a nice 38 Chevy truck all hacked up and rusted out… Exposed nickel bead welds and lots of character… that’s the type of car that makes me want to drape my body all over it!
I’m glad that we’re starting to see a lot of different cultures in the PINUP WORLD. How does it feel for you to be representing the Latin community in what is considered a mainstream Caucasian culture?
I love it, I am proud of what I do and what I represent!! I am so glad I can represent Latin woman in the pin up culture, Because my inspirations have been my grandmothers who were strong minded strong willed Latin woman who were always dressed to the nine’s. I remember watching my grandma make hand made tortillas with pin curls in her hair and heels on her feet… and she never left the house with out her Ruby Red lipstick! 
Being the hot mamacita that you are, what’s the spiciest thing you’ve ever done in or around a car?
Yikes… that’s a little too X Rated for this web site… I’ll just leave this one to your imaginations! If you can dream it, I’ve probably done it… hehehe
Congrats again on taking 2nd place at this year’s Ink & Iron Pinup Contest. What was it like? Were you nervous?
Yes I was so extremely nervous !! It was the 3rd contest I had been in since I started modeling and one of my biggest personal goals… the first time I went to Ink & Iron was in 2006 when I was pregnant with my son, when I watched the pin up contest I thought to my self I want to be up there! I can do this!!! I was so thrilled to be up there with some amazing women… It was defiantly a highlight of 2010 for me. Ink & Iron is my favorite event of the year, it’s the perfect combo for a girl like me… Tattoos, Rat Rods, and great bands!!
Last one is a two part-er, give us the classic car of your dreams. Year, make, model.? And do you find guys with rides to be irresistible?
My dream car would have to be a 1959 Cadillac Coupe De Ville with a big-block Chevy V8 engine, backed by a beefed-up Turbo 400 transmission. – actually my dream car belongs to Mario and Catriona Colalillo , they brought there Wild Cad to this year’s show case of customs and that’s where I first laid eyes on my dream car… my entire life I thought it would only be a dream in my lil head until I laid eyes on the Wild Cad!
-And yes any guy who catches my eye defiantly has to have a nice ride… that’s how my man caught my attention… his 71 caddy is what caught me hook line and sinker!
Well Mimi, thanks for chatting with us here at MRIM, we will continue to admire your work and we wish you the best of luck with your modeling career.
Guys and Dolls, please check back regularly here on MyRideisMe.com for more great Pin Up and Hot Rod content. As always we welcome your comments and feedback. We have a very special interview coming soon, with Doris Mayday, who is featured in Mitzi Valenzuelas 2011 calendar.
The Chevy truck featured in these photos, is a 59 Chevy Apache, owned by Frankie. The work on it has been done by Bill Richman at RRC Fabrication and Speed in Upland Ca.
November Pin Up of the Month – Monica Renee
November 21, 2010 by Aubrey London · 2 Comments
Hot Rod Pinup Monica Renee
Monica Renee is a sexy SoCal pinup with a nice paint job of her own. With a pin up girl tattooed on her arm, she is among the most sought out, inked up pinup models in the scene. Monica’s beauty has graced the pages and covers of many Tattoo and Custom car and bike magazines, and now MyRideisMe.com, in this interview featuring photos by the lovely Mitzi Valenzuela of mitziandco.com. Read all about Monica in her exclusive MyRideisMe interview below, where she tells us what it is about a custom car that gets her engine purring. The custom featured in these photos is VooDoo Larry’s 46 Ford.
Also, make sure to catch Monica as Ms. January in Mitzi’s 2011 Pinup Calendar. What a way to start the year!
What is it about a custom ride that gets your engine purring? Would you consider it an an aphrodisiac?
I love how each custom ride reflects a little something about its owner. Each car is done up to the owners specifications, exactly how THEY want it done. I feel that it makes a bold statement of individuality… and THAT is a definite turn on :)
So, you are all dolled up in your sexiest pinup outfit and ready for a night of cruisin’ with your man. What are you wearing and what’s your ride?
I always have to have on my sky high heels… usually my black patent stilettos. Then Ill throw on a tight little dress, curl my hair and, of course, paint my lips red. If I really want to turn heads, then I jump into my friends 1950 custom Merc and cruise around Orange County all night long!
When you are not posing for sexy pinup pictures, what types of things do you find you self getting into?
Well music is a huge part of my life and a huge inspiration for me, so you will usually find me at a show on a Friday or Saturday night with a Jack and Coke in my hand.
I also, LOVE to travel and discover new places, so I try to get out of southern CA at least twice a month now.
It seems like Car Culture and Ink go hand in these days. I noticed the great ink work you have on your lovely body. Which one is your favorite piece and why?
I guess, the pinup girl on my upper right arm is my favorite. I got her to commemorate all the pinup work I have done over the years. Shes a reminder of where I started off as a model and it was also the first tattoo I got on my arms.
I think something about a Hot Pinup Vixen draped over a car is artistically gorgeous. What style of pinup modeling is your favorite and why?
I love all styles of pinup. Each style is uniquely expressive and allows the woman to feel sexy, confident and strong. That’s what got us all into pinup in the first place, right?
The custom ’46 Ford that you are posing with in these photos is amazing. What was your favorite part about the experience?
It was an honor to be able to pose with VooDoo Larry’s gorgeous ride. He is a master at what he does and I was so excited to not only be able to pose with one of his creations, but to also get the opportunity to hangout with him on set. The shoot was so much fun and I would love to chance to be able to drape myself over one of his cars again!
If you’d like to see more of Monica, visit her site MonicaRenee.com (to be online soon!) or you can also swing by and say “hi” to her on myspace at www.myspace.com/luckygrlmonica. Also, don’t forget to check back here regularly on MyRideisMe.com for more hot pinups and hot rides.
October Pinup of the Month – Erica Vaughn
Hot Rod Pinup Erica Vaughn
Straight from sunny Socal and from the lens of pinup photographer Mitzi, welcome Erica Vaughn our October Pinup of the month. Erica’s revealing a little of what she likes in an interview along with her sweet smile and devilishly red hair!
The classic styled 1923 T-bucket is owned by James Dean.
How did you get into pinup Modeling?
I was watching alot of Charlie Chaplin silent films. I am a huge fan of Charlie Chaplin! He’s directed alot of amazing actresses like Lillian Gish, Clara Bow, and many more. By watching those wonderful women I just fell in love with the 1930′s and 1940s… I’ve looked up to many of these inspiring women throughout there career; They’re very funny, energetic, and outrageously beautiful in all their pictures. After being a fan for many years I wanted to pursue pinup/retro/fetish modeling… so I did… and I LOVE IT!!!
What is your favorite car show to attend and why?
My favorite car show of coarse is the Viva Las Vegas Weekender! I love this car show because there are so many events happening all the time: the fashion show, car show, rockabilly bands, burlesque show, pin up contest, etc… Viva is also in the best place ever LAS VEGAS!!!!
What makes a hot rod “cool” to you?
For me a cool car is a custom exterior or interior that carries a theme or is completely different… cars that will catch my eye and also have to have alot of power!
What is your favorite car?
My fave car is a 1935 Buick hearse with a big block engine… super hot!
Best pick up line.
My best pickup line? I really don’t have a best pick up line… but I do hear a couple of pickup lines like, “Is that your real red hair?” or ” How often do you dye your hair?”
Favorite pinup photo shoot you’ve done so far
It’s hard to pick a favorite… I’ve met and worked with plenty of wonderful photographers that I’ve been lucky to make fabulous friendships with… I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. If I could choose an ideal photo shoot it’d be with someone I’ve never worked with before that has a energetic personality and is crazy-fabulous… hahaha
Favorite music.
Old school metal! I would like to thanks my parents for introducing me at an early age to rock… I also love a lot of underground and old school punk!
Guys: Sweet and romantic or the bad boy?
I like both guys. I like the bad boys that are interesting and keep me on my toes, but when I wanna stay in and cuddle the sweet and romantic guys are perfect…
Goal in life
My goal in life is to complete my register nursing license and continue with school for my nurse practitioner license specializing in pediatrics.
Favorite vacation destination
I haven’t been there yet but I am surely working on it but I do want to go visit Ireland and meet new people and learn allot from their culture!
Any stupid human tricks?!
I wouldn’t really say I have a human trick but I am double jointed…
Cruisin’ the strip or roaring down the 1/4 mile?
-ROARING down the 1/4 mile!
Most attractive quality in a man?
Has to be a man that knows a lot about building hot rods and muscle cars… so he can teach me… hahah
Who’s your Dream date?
My dream date’s a guy who likes to have fun, who is energetic, who makes me laugh, who know hows to rock, and also can hold his liquor.
For pinups lasting the whole year, check out Mitzi’s 2011 Hot Rod Pinup Calendar.
2011 Hot Rod Pin-up Calendar By Mitzi
September 26, 2010 by pikesan · 4 Comments
Hot Rod Pin-up Calendar
Looking for 2012′s calendar? Hot Rod Pinup Calendar for 2012 from Mitzi
Sometimes there’s just no words!
Who cares what day it is when you have the lovely Monica Renee greeting you every day of January in the brand new, 2011 Pin-up Model calendar from Mitzi and Co. Not only is Mitzi buddies with just about everyone at the shows, she’s also been a great friend to MyRideisMe.com supplying several pinup model features and Pinup of the Month shots. We love Mitzi, but we love her girls better! See More of Monica Renee as Pinup of the Month here.
Heating up your June, this is Emily Marilyn . Make sure to grab yourself a calendar. They’re a super high quality, 11×17 portrait style, wirebound calendar for only $25. International orders are $30. If you’re not clicking Mitzi’ “Buy Now” page, you might want to check your pulse!
Last but not least, another friend of MyRideisMe.com, pinup Notorious Ang. As an undisputed babe and self proclaimed computer nerd, she’s also a radio personality! She graced Viva Las Vegas where we grabbed these pinup of the month pictures. Wouldn’t you love to have Ang welcoming spring this year? Special thanks to Sacramento Vintage Ford for the awesome backdrop. This hot rod display is in their store!
So drop by Mitzi and Co. or find Mitzi at several hot rod and custom car shows in California to buy her calendar. You’ll be glad you did!
