2009 VOP Show Programs!

Check out the programs from the 2009 show!

• Version 1, Front
• Version 2, Front
• Version 3, Front
• Back

Thanks again to all the designers, models, hair and makeup artists, and individuals and companies who donated!!

So far…

The Models of VOP Fashion & Rock Show did raise more than last year, with totals reaching over $5,000. Although the donation will remain similar to the previous year ($5,000), considering the economy, this is a HUGE accomplishment!!

The Models alone raised nearly $1000, congratulations ladies and gentlemen!

The totals are not in yet, as designs are still up for purchase, and The VOP Show receives a portion of those proceeds.

And we’re still accepting donations! Please contact Rachael Abel at rachael.abel@gmail.com for information on how to send further donations to the ADA and Chris Peterlin, and for info on purchasing some of the great designs available.

Stay tuned for the PDFs of our programs, photos from the show, and more updates!

SUCCESS!!

The VOP show was a HUGE success!! We’re still tallying the donation amount, but Heat Nighclub was packed with photographers and supporters to cheer us on and support Chris Peterlin and the American Diabetes Association!!

Keep an eye out over the next few weeks for photos, PDFs of our programs, and more!  We’ll also be posting the final amount donated, once we get that number.

Thanks again to everyone who came out to support us, to everyone who donated time, money and items for the auctions, and most importantly, to the fabulous director Rachael Abel, who was the main person responsible for making this year’s show bigger, better and more badass than ever!!

Daily Herald!

Little bit of PR in Chicago’s Daily Herald!  Check it out!

TONIGHT!!

10P.

$10 donation at the door.

Heat Nighclub in Schaumburg.

We’re going to ROCK YOUR FACE OFF!!

CHECK IT OUT: Popular Underground Magazine

The VOP Show has been published in Popular Underground Magazine!!  Check it out here!

What does $10 get you?

Well, for the VOP Show $10 gets you in the door!  Rock!!

That’s not all… 100% of that $10 gets donated to the American Diabetes Association & Chris Peterlin!!

But wait… there’s more!

With your $10 donation, you get 2 free drink tickets!  They’re good at any of the bars in the club and on any kind of drink–shots, mixed drinks, beer–whatever your lush-ious heart desires!

So, in short, this Friday $10 gets you in to a rockin’ fashion show, is donated to two wonderful causes, and gets you two free drinks of your choice!!

VOP Model Interview: Shayna

Here’s our interview with VOP model Shayna!  She’s also one of the long-time VOP models, and also got started by shooting with Chris.  Check out her shots below, and find out why she’s a pineapple!

How long have you been modeling?
3 years or so

How’d you get started modeling?
Chris actually asked me to do it. I had never modeled before he suggested it to me, and I decided to take him up on the offer. It was a lot of fun, so I just kept at it!

What’s your favorite thing about being a model?
Sometimes it feels like you get to pretend to be somebody different than yourself. It’s exciting and challenging for me to be put in different scenarios where you really have to think and act “outside the box”.

Who or what is your inspiration as a model?
Art. Definitely art. I see the photos as works of art in themselves, and I feel honored to be a part of it.

What’s the best advice you received as a model?
Posing is one of the more difficult things for me. So when someone told me the more angles I can make with my body the more interesting the photo will turn out. And also the more uncomfortable you are in a pose the better it usually looks!

When you’re not modeling, what do you like to do?
I’m a gamer. I play all kinds of video games. I also love to read. I have enough books to start my own library!

When did you first work with Chris of VOP?
My very first photoshoot! I think it was about April of 2006.

What’s it like behind the scenes during the VOP show?
Hectic. It’s almost chaotic, but I’d say its an organized chaos. Everyone is rushing around getting changed and helping other models in between. We all get along well and are willing to lend a hand to anyone at a moment’s notice.

What’s your favorite thing about being in a fashion show?
I love working with such talented people. The designers are incredibly creative and the stylists and MUA’s always seem to impress me!

Does this year’s charity (the American Diabetes Association) fit into your life at all?
Both of my grandparents are diabetic. I also almost lost a friend to it a couple years ago and now Chris has been diagnosed with it. Luckily once diagnosed it can be controlled, but it is still scary.

Do you have any fundraising tips?
Ask everyone you know! And use the internet to your advantage if you can.

If you could be a fruit, what fruit would you be and why?
Hmm… a pineapple. You have to get through the rough exterior to get to the sweetness inside, and I think that is a good representation of my personality. I’m often pretty shy at first, and once you get past that it’s worth it!

VOP Model Interview: Kytten Le’Mew

Here’s our interview with VOP model Kytten Le’Mew.  Kytten’s one of the long-time VOP models, who owes her modeling start to VOP himself!  Check out hear beautiful pics below!

How long have you been modeling?
I have been modeling for about 4 years now.

How’d you get started modeling?
CHRIS! He contacted me, and after I talked to a few of my friends who had also shot with him, I agreed to give it a try. I can’t thank him enough for the push he gave me, and the confidence he has helped me gain! Thank you Chris!

What’s your favorite thing about being a model?
I love the dressing up part, getting all dolled up. But I do love doing these charity events, it makes modeling worthwhile!

Who or what is your inspiration as a model?
Oh Absolutely…. Bettie Page.

What’s the best advice you received as a model?
Honestly ALL the best advice I have gotten from Rachael [Abel]. She has been a catalyst in my modeling and she just has a way of talking to me, that calms me and that always helps to be relaxed during shoots and shows!

When you’re not modeling, what do you like to do?
I love going to local shows, getting tattooed, listening to music, attempting to make jewelry and hair flowers.

When did you first work with Chris of VOP?
A few months before the first fashion show!

What’s it like behind the scenes during the VOP show?
Well, once the chaos of everyone getting there, and getting ready, its alot of fun. Most of us girls chat and have a good laugh before we line up to strut it! I find it to be a great networking and meeting opportunity!

What’s your favorite thing about being in a fashion show?
I love the fact that we are raising money for a charity. I wouldn’t normally be a “runway” model as I am too short and probably too “big” but I can do it here, AND make some cash for a Charity.

Does this year’s charity (the American Diabetes Association) fit into your life at all?
This Charity is VERY close to my heart. It is something I try to raise money for or donate to any chance I have. My mother has been Diabetic since she was a young child, and has already lost a leg to the disease. Among other medical complications a 59 year old woman should not deal with. And Chris Peterlin. The MAN who made this all happen. I owe this man so much. He believed in me, when even I didn’t. If it wasn’t for his encouragement I wouldn’t still be modeling. I will do whatever I can to help him.

Do you have any fundraising tips?
Just keep at it!

If you could be a fruit, what fruit would you be and why?
Passion fruit of course! I don’t think there needs be much explanation, anyone who knows me knows I am a very passionate person!

VOP Model Interview: Kaylee

Here’s our interview with VOP Model Kaylee… the red-haired beauty in a few of the pics from the auction night Rawr!  Here are Kaylee’s answers to our questions, followed by some pics!

How long have you been modeling?
I did my first photo shoot 5 years ago and realized that I enjoyed it so I did modeling for fun in my spare time for awhile. Recently I’ve decided that I’d like to get more serious about it and I’ve been working on putting together a more diverse portfolio.

How’d you get started modeling?
Well I got into acting first and never really considered being a model until I was contacted by a photographer on MySpace who said I had a great look and asked if I’d ever modeled before. I liked his work so I set up a shoot with him and had a really great time. It was then that I discovered that I loved being in front of a camera, whether it be for acting or modeling.

What’s your favorite thing about being a model?
Getting to play dress up! The reason I love acting so much is because you get to be so many different people and I enjoy bringing characters to life. Modeling to me is just another form of acting. You’ve got to create a character and an emotion and instead of capturing it on film, you need to capture it in a photo. My favorite types of shoots are character driven. I love extreme makeup, locations, wardrobe, and lighting. I’m not the type of model that likes to wear a pair of jeans and a t-shirt and stand in front of a camera. Messy up my hair and makeup, put me in a huge poofy dress and throw me in the mud. I want to be and do something different in every shoot.

Who or what is your inspiration as a model?
Well first of all, I’m inspired by all the amazing people I’ve gotten to work with so far who have helped me become better and better with each shoot. I’ve learned something new at every photo shoot. But I also view myself as an inspiration. I think it’s important to not only inspire others but to be able to inspire yourself.

What’s the best advice you received as a model?
The mirror is your best friend! Looking in a mirror helps you see what you look like in certain poses and while making certain facial expressions. Knowing your body and your best angles will help you get much better shots once you’re in front of the camera. Also, pay attention to your eyes. Learn how to convey emotions through just your eyes. Having “dead” or blank eyes can ruin a picture but if you learn how to bring your eyes to life….you can bring a picture to life.

When you’re not modeling, what do you like to do?
Well obviously I enjoy acting, haha. I’ve also recently been getting into stunt work. I’d like to learn how to do stunts for TV and movies. I just really enjoy all aspects of performing.

When did you first work with Chris of VOP?
In 2006. I did my first photo shoot ever in 2004 and then stayed consistently busy with acting for the next two years so I put modeling aside for the time being. When I got some free time again, Chris was one of the first photogs to contact me to set up a shoot. We worked really well together and got some great shots so when he contacted me about the 2007 VOP show I was definitely interested in taking part in it.

What’s it like behind the scenes during the VOP show?
Crazy! Lol. It’s pretty hectic once the show starts, everyone is running around throwing clothes on and off and trying to touch up hair and makeup before going onstage. It’s fun though. I always have a good time.

What’s your favorite thing about being in a fashion show?
Well being on stage with tons of people taking your picture is definitely fun! I also enjoy all the different outfits and designs I get to wear. I’ve gotten to wear designs from all over the world.

Kaylee W.

Here are some photos Kaylee was kind enough to send us:

Left to right:
Kaylee rockin’ it on the runway of the 2007 VOP Fashion & Rock Show
Kaylee, taken by Luna Horizon Photography in May 2009
The red hair, also taken by Luna Horizon Photography in May 2009