Get to know Lourdes Dodds!
A Pinup Directory exclusive!

Current project I’m working on…

Been working on some magazine covers coming out soon and a few clothing companies as well! Also, my husband and I just opened a shop in the Bay area. It’s brand spankin’ new!
Old Faithful Tattoo in Walnut Creek, Ca. Tons of good American traditional tattoo work.
Oldfaithfultattoo.com (coming soon!)

Favorite photographers I’ve worked with…

Shannon Brooke is so amazing to work with, so much fun and always a great turnout! I have also been working with Sarah Cabrera-Hernandez, she’s so colorful and full of ideas, Amazing Mua as well!

Pin Up models I admire, past or present…

Calamity Amelie. She is so gorgeous, I love every photo she takes, always looks so comfortable with what she’s wearing and how she poses.

Aside from pinup what other genres do you specialize in?

I love the Alt genre. It’s mysterious and so artsy. It makes you let go more, and experiment with wardrobe and poses as well.

My fantasy photo shoot would involve…

A lot of shiny tight pieces, tons of jewelry, and big big hair.

At one point I read you wanted to take a break from modeling, (breaking the hearts of many of your fans) and stick to tattooing full time. Has this changed?

I have, on and off. But tattooing will always be first. I don’t shoot as often as I’d like, that’s for sure! I always get offered these last minute gigs, but Tattooing takes up a lot of time, it’s my job!

Fun facts:

2 things people would be surprised to learn about me…
(1) I learned to speak English when I was 8 years old.
(2) I hate scary movies! Too many nightmares follow!

Favorite drink?

I’m not much of a drinker so I tend to stay away from anything fruity! Belvedere–soda–extra extra lime is my drink!

Most embarrassing moment…

Right when I moved out to California, my now husband got me this 1975 vintage Schwinn, first time we’re riding through a busy intersection. I totally lose control of the bike and fall, bike on top of me, in stopped traffic. So horrible!

Favorite foods to nosh on…

Chocolate anything…ice cream…and McDonald’s. I have terrible eating habits sometimes!!!

I unwind by…

Taking a walk. Anything that involves silence let’s me unwind.

I find the following most annoying…

Whiners, braggers, show-offs. Mostly people who are not humble!

Favorite time of day is…(and why)

Morning. I love waking up early. I can make the day go in any direction I wish! I’m an Early bird!

Guilty pleasure(s)…

I don’t feel guilty about anything!

I absolutely love…

Spending time with my family. My parents, brothers, and my husband are the most amazing people I know. Many have come and gone but they are still supportive and loving. Plus, they crack me up. And I love to laugh.

What would you like to say to your fans?

I would like to say thanks for sticking around through many hair color changes, tattoo additions, and transformations. I’ve grown thanks to those who continue to let me know how excited they are- and want to see what’s next.