Click Here to Begin SlideshowHot rod and pinup photographer Mitzi Valenzuela is known for having her finger on the pulse of both classic and rockabilly car culture. As part of that, Mitzi produces pinup contests for shows all over the world. Here she shares photos of the competitors and some super sweet rides.
Here are a few words from pinup model Blakely Doll:
My passion for cars started as a toddler and has turned me into somewhat of a car hoarder. My love for pinups wasn’t far behind. I grew up in a '50’s built home complete with mint and pink bathrooms, walls adorned with classic pinup prints by Elvgren and Vargas. So, I guess you could say I was lucky enough to be born into this lifestyle.
As Minnesota’s leading car lady, you can find me representing Road Queens CC by cruising my '64 Rambler to any Midwest car show, working on my '61 Comet and '58 Metropolitan, drinking beer in my ladies-only garage bar, racing my mini bike or getting full glam to hit the Minneapolis music scene.
Lately I’ve been living my dream and traveling to car shows and events across the USA, from gazing at cars at GNRS in Pomona to pinup shoots at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend! Find me this fall at the Hot Rod Hill Climb in Colorado and make sure to stop and have a beer with me.
Kisses,
Blakely Doll
