2022 Calendar is officially out now! Brand new 11x17 format with spiral binding featuring 12 month of beautiful pinup girls. To keep myself and all of my clients as safe as possible during these uncertain times I will be wearing a mask through all shoots and remain distant as much as possible. Please bring your own mask for before and after the shoot.
You will be required to wear it up until makeup. If you have purchased a Deluxe shoot that includes hair and makeup I will be wearing a mask and shield as much as possible. All brush's, combs, sponges, wardrobe, accessories and surfaces will be one use or sanitized between every client.
You will be required to wear it up until makeup. If you have purchased a Deluxe shoot that includes hair and makeup I will be wearing a mask and shield as much as possible. All brush's, combs, sponges, wardrobe, accessories and surfaces will be one use or sanitized between every client.
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My name is Marilee Caruso. I specialize in creating vintage inspired pinup, glamour & boudoir photography for all types, from seasoned models to first timers. I love creating the perfect theme or style that fits your personality. Cheesecake cutie, bombshell Bettie, classic starlet, or naughty vixen.
Then email info@marileecarusophoto.com with the date you are interested in and any ideas or inspiration photos. A deposit of 50% is required to lock in a date. All shoots at my Sacramento location will have access to my large wardrobe collection. But I do ask all clients to bring at least undergarments, one outfit and one pair of heels.
This collection of over 250 contemporary retro-style cheesecake, glamour, and hot rod pinup photographs by Northern California artist Marilee Caruso takes women from all backgrounds and transforms them into the classy yet stimulating bombshells of our parents' and grandparents' day.
Inspired by icons such as Marilyn Monroe, Bettie Page, or Sophia Loren, each portrait provides a nostalgic glance into the mood, style, and sex appeal of the 1930s, '40s, '50s, and '60s era pin-up girl.From black and white Hollywood starlets to greasy hot rod honeys, this bevy of gorgeous gals has been revamped with vintage hair and makeup, wardrobe, and posing.
Inspired by icons such as Marilyn Monroe, Bettie Page, or Sophia Loren, each portrait provides a nostalgic glance into the mood, style, and sex appeal of the 1930s, '40s, '50s, and '60s era pin-up girl.From black and white Hollywood starlets to greasy hot rod honeys, this bevy of gorgeous gals has been revamped with vintage hair and makeup, wardrobe, and posing.
Drink tons of water and get lots of sleep for at least a week before. Nails and toes should be freshly painted or totally clean. If you need to dye your hair please do so at least 3 days before shoot. Pluck, tweeze or wax your brows, armpits and legs. On the day of the shoot make sure to eat something healthy and not bloating, you don't want to be starving or super full.
Reviews (10)
Songbirdlex
Jan 03, 2022
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It was a dream come true working with Marilee! She is kind, welcoming, and so easy to talk to! She does such a beautiful job with makeup, hair, photography, and editing. She talks you through posing and makes you feel so comfortable. I highly recommend Marilee Caruso Photography.
P.S. I loved working with her so much, I already have my next shoot scheduled with her!
P.S. I loved working with her so much, I already have my next shoot scheduled with her!
Kathryn Vickers
Nov 01, 2021
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I got a chance to work with Marilee on a trip to the Bay area, and the experience was just wonderful. She was super friendly and put me at ease immediately. The wardrobe she provided had plenty of options and her hair and makeup skills are on point - this woman really can do it all! I love the pictures from our session and hope to work with her again soon :)
Jacqueline Adelmeyer
Oct 20, 2021
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Aly Gerdes
Aug 19, 2021
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Marilee is so sweet and welcoming. From the very beginning, she was responsive and answered any questions I had. Marilee explained every step of the shoot processes. What I appreciate most was her calmness and helpful nature. Marilee said she would take three weeks to edit my pictures, and it took her three weeks to the day! I’d never done a photoshop at all before and decided to do pin ups. Marilee was welcoming and I was comfortable for the entire process. Hair, makeup, studio space, and retouched files all for a great price with a great experience! I definitely recommend Marilee to a first
Jackie Abram
Aug 15, 2021
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Pinuppples ThePinup
Jul 22, 2021
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Marilee is so amazing at what she does. She’s so bubbly and upbeat and makes the shoot fun. Super professional and is so amazing at lighting and backgrounds/backdrops. She’ll answer any questions you have and give you directions on how to pose. I highly recommend her 💛💛💛💛💛
Marilee is so amazing at what she does. She’s so bubbly and upbeat and makes the shoot fun. Super professional and is so amazing at lighting and backgrounds/backdrops. She’ll answer any questions you have and give you directions on how to pose. I highly recommend her 💛💛💛💛💛
Brett Young
Jul 14, 2021
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Marilee is a consummate professional and A+ collaborator. She always helps take my artistic vision over the top with her sets. She’s communicative, thorough, and detail oriented. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to shoot, experienced or brand new.
Marilee is a consummate professional and A+ collaborator. She always helps take my artistic vision over the top with her sets. She’s communicative, thorough, and detail oriented. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to shoot, experienced or brand new.
Kelly Cochran
May 18, 2021
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I booked my first shoot with Marilee for September 2020. She listed all the COVID safety precautions she was taking. I felt not only safe because of the precautions she was taking but also SO beautiful and confident!
During hair, it's required that the client wears a mask, Marilee also wore a mask and a face shield. While my makeup was done, I did not wear a mask, but Marilee continued to wear a mask and face shield. During the actual shoot, she was 6 ft away.
I had never done a pinup style shoot before but it's always been a dream of mine, as I love vintage style. She guided me through posing
During hair, it's required that the client wears a mask, Marilee also wore a mask and a face shield. While my makeup was done, I did not wear a mask, but Marilee continued to wear a mask and face shield. During the actual shoot, she was 6 ft away.
I had never done a pinup style shoot before but it's always been a dream of mine, as I love vintage style. She guided me through posing
Hillary Brooks
Feb 22, 2021
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OMG!!! This was much more than a photo shoot, it was a truly amazing experience. This was my first time taking professional pictures as an adult alone and my final pictures made me look like a real pro! Marilee is super nice and understanding. Her wardrobe and makeup skills are beyond amazing! Just book her already!
OMG!!! This was much more than a photo shoot, it was a truly amazing experience. This was my first time taking professional pictures as an adult alone and my final pictures made me look like a real pro! Marilee is super nice and understanding. Her wardrobe and makeup skills are beyond amazing! Just book her already!
Diana Juarez
Jul 19, 2020
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Marilee is amazing at all she does! Flawless makeup and hair styling and the visits we have while she works her magic are always uplifting. Her photography skills are top notch! What's even better is how much fun she is! I've been going to her for 3 years and each time is better than the last. Being an introvert, it's so important to me to work with people who are
encouraging, understanding, and helpful. She's those things and more. Becoming Reigna Rox, a published pinup model, started with her and I'm so grateful to her for everything! I always look forward to the next time we get to work together
encouraging, understanding, and helpful. She's those things and more. Becoming Reigna Rox, a published pinup model, started with her and I'm so grateful to her for everything! I always look forward to the next time we get to work together
