Photography by Angela McConnell
More from the Exposed series. You can see the all the Exposed images at http://angelamcconnell.zenfolio.com/exposed
Exposed VII
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Exposed VIII
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Exposed IX
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Filed under Burlesque …
Exposed IV-VI
Photography by Angela McConnell
More from the Exposed series. You can see the original 3 images here
Exposed IV – Obskyura
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Exposed V – Obskyura
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Exposed VI – Obskyura
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My new project – Exposed I-III
Photography by Angela McConnell
When I first arrived in Toronto I did a couple of workshops hoping to meet like minded creatives and to get myself back on track with my photography after an extended break. I hadn’t really been shooting for about 4 months while we packed up our lives in Melbourne and waited on our visas to come to Toronto. At some point the immense stress and frustration, plus not having most of my computers or gear just sucked any sort of motivation out of me.
During one of these workshops, there was a critique of our websites and essentially how we were marketing ourselves. Of course since I absolutely love being the centre of attention, I blushed furiously, stammered and basically tore myself down since my website was far and away the worst on offer. At this point the guy running the workshop told me that it was really ironic that I shoot predominantly strong, confident individuals (burlesque and rollerderby) when I am lacking any self confidence. I had to agree with him, and it’s something I really need to work on.
But it got me thinking about the people I associate with in my photography and I wanted to explore a more vulnerable side to these people who do something which in my eyes is incredibly brave and that I would have immense trouble to achieve. This project aims to show that vulnerable side and expose the fact that although someone may appear outwardly confident and self-assured, often it is in fact a front.
Exposed I – Percy Katt
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Exposed II – Percy Katt
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Exposed III – Percy Katt
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This will be an ongoing project and I will continue to post more photos.
Australian Burlesque Festival 2012 Fundraiser
I had the absolute pleasure of shooting the ABF 2012 Fundraiser back in early February. Not more than a week later I was on my way to Canada. It was a great night and an awesome way to round off my time with my burly crew in Melbourne….miss you loads!
Jessamae St James
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Jessamae St James
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Magenta Rose
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Magenta Rose
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Madame Natalia (Mama)
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Madame Natalia (Mama)
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Honey B Goode
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Honey B Goode
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Le Fay Waits
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Rod Lara
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Rod Lara
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Miss Nic
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Miss Nic
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Amelie
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Amelie
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Jessabella
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Jessabella
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Frankie Valentine
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Frankie Valentine
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Peachy Dream
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Miss Jane
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Miss Jane
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Bella De Jac
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Bella De Jac
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L’amour
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L’amour
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Miss Becky Lou
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Miss Becky Lou
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Check out the line up for the Australian Burlesque Festival 2012 here
La Lucha Glamourosa is BACK!
Photography by Angela McConnell
After a short break, La Lucha Glamourosa (produced by the stunning Dolores Daquiri) is returning to Melbourne for another night of all-girl, all-grit all-Mexican freestyle wrestling!
Place
Red Bennies
373 Chapel Street
South Yarra VIC 3141
(03) 9826 2689
Date
1st April 2011
Time
Doors open 8pm, show at 9pm
Cost
General admission: $20 (pre-sale or on the door)
VIP Mezzanine: $30 (best view to watch wrestling)
And to whet your appetite here are some photos from the Original Lu Lucha Glamourosa!
So now you want to come South of the Border… meet your matches
VESPER WHITE as “La Muerte Verde” (The Green Death)
VERSUS
MISS NIC as “Enchilada Redback” Mexican hero & crowd favourite!
BETTY BLOOD “La Ojo del Tigre” (Eye of the Tiger)
VERSUS
BECKY LOU as La Gatita Bonita (The Pretty Kitty)
MISS STRAWBERRY SIREN as Fresas y Crema! (Strawberries & Cream)
VERSUS
LILLIKOI KAOS
DOLORES DAIQUIRI as Guapa Dolores Del Rio! (Femme Fatale)
VERSUS
SAPPHIRA
And a super special appearance from L’amour!!
Get your tickets now by checking out the La Lucha Glamourosa event page
Burlesque a Retrospective now available online!
Photography by Angela McConnell
After an outstanding night Burlesque a Retrospective the book is now available
The book can be purchased online, by contacting me directly, from The Substation or Sunday Arts Artist Markets (details here ) and from various retailers (details coming soon!)
Thanks to everyone who made this project possible including
Miss Samantha Diamond
Sarah Lea Cross
Jake Burrell
The Strawberry Siren
Rosy Rabbit
Kelly Ann Doll
Cat of Nine Tails
Dolores Daquiri
Lux St Sin
Foxtrot India
Scarlett
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What should I do on Friday night?
If you are asking yourself that question, then what you SHOULD be doing is heading to Red Bennies to enjoy some lovely cocktails, some great music, some gorgeous burlesque acts….oh and check out my Burlesque Photography book!
Burlesque a Retrospective - A Pictorial Book Starring
Cat of Nine Tails
Dolores Daquiri
Foxtrot India
Kelly Ann Doll
Lux St Sin
Rosy Rabbit
Samantha Diamond
Sarah Lea Cheesecake
Scarlett
The Strawberry Siren
Featuring some of Australian Burlesque’s brightest stars, ‘Burlesque – A Retrospective’, is sure to become a cult favourite. Starring burning fixtures of the Burlesque stage, from some of Australia’s most famous burlesque names, to rising stars you will soon know and love, ‘Burlesque – A Retrospective’ is a must have for any Burlesque enthusiast, or just the curious!
To celebrate the launch of ‘Burlesque – A Retrospective’, Samantha Diamond and Angela McConnell present an event you won’t want to miss… Featuring perfromances from many of the books stars, including a final farewell performance from Miss Diamond herself, book signings, amazing prizes, dancing and debauchery, book your tickets as this will be a night to remember!
Special giveaways on the night for “Best Dressed” patrons so dress to impress!
Prizes from
The Pinup Gal
Kiss Me Quick
Hexotica
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Faster Pussycat
So make a date, bring your friends and have a few drinks with us!
B&B Shuffle Presents…Shimmy Shake September 2010
Photography by Angela McConnell
Shimmy Shake
Red Bennies
Level 1 373 Chapel St
South Yarra
I had the pleasure of shooting Shimmy Shake in September. It features some of my favourite performers as resident artists and special guest stars each show. This night it was the gorgeous Lola the Vamp all the way from Brisbane and Miss Becky Lou – a relative newcomer on the Melbourne burlesque scene.
“Co-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira present ‘Shimmy Shake’!
Bringing you Melbourne’s Burlesque elite this monthly event features sassy chorus line showgirls and opulent classic tease performed to a decadent New Orleans Jazz Band which is showcased with an emphasis on glamour and sophistication.
Indulge your senses with our resident artists and special guests whose desire is to leave you gasping for more.”
Some photos from the night
More can be viewed at the Red Bennies gallery at my Zenfolio site
Burlesque a Retrospective
I have a secret…
I have been working on a little project – only its not so little. Along with the lovely Samantha Diamond I am producing a pictorial book featuring some of the beautiful ladies from the Melbourne Burlesque scene.
Photography by Angela McConnell
Starring
Cat of Nine Tails
Dolores Daquiri
Foxtrot India
Kelly Ann Doll
Lux St Sin
Rosy Rabbit
Samantha Diamond
Sarah Lea Cheesecake
Scarlett
The Strawberry Siren
“Burlesque a Retrospective” the book launch will be held at Red Bennies on Friday 29th October.
Books will be available to purchase on the night and the stars of the show will be available for signings.
Special prizes on the night for the best dressed patrons courtesy of The Pinup Gal and Kiss Me Quick
Tickets will be available to purchase online via Red Bennies soon – so stay tuned! You can keep up to date by checking out the “Burlesque a Retrospective” Event page
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Gorelesque II video now online
Just a quick note to let you all know that the Gorelesque 2 video is now online for all the world to see…and it kicks ARSE
View it here
