Portraits and shoots featuring vintage models in BDSM and fetish contexts
Keiko Otsuka (大塚啓子) was an obscure Japanese bondage model in the late 1950s–early 1960s, appearing in Kitan Club magazine. Known for her short bob and intense gaze, she posed in a rare 1963 series alternating as both submissive and dominant, offering an early femdom hint in raw, functional kinbaku style. Continue reading Keiko Otsuka, Pioneer of Onna-Zeme
Lucette Desmoulins, a prominent figure in 1930s Paris, transitioned from humble origins to become a celebrated actress and model known for her roles in film and theater. Engaging with the risqué work of Biederer Studio, she balanced glamour and desire, leaving a legacy of elegance that continues to inspire discussions about her artistry and influence. Continue reading Lucette, the Enigmatic Muse
Judy Ann Dull (1933–1957) was a young woman chasing dreams in the sunlit haze of 1950s Los Angeles, an aspiring actress and model whose spirit shone brightest in the intimate world of fetish photography. With her brunette waves, expressive eyes, and a dancer’s lithe grace, Judy embodied the era’s blend of glamour and grit, stepping into frames not as a passive figure, but as a … Continue reading Judy Ann Dull
Doree (last name unknown) was one of John Willie’s most daring and least-documented models during his 1957 Los Angeles period. A petite brunette with a gymnast’s core and a dancer’s arch, she appeared in only a handful of sessions, yet left an indelible mark on the evolution of suspension bondage photography. Grace in Suspension Unlike the theatrical damsels of Bizarre magazine, Doree brought athletic precision … Continue reading Doree
Holly Anna Faram (1924–1999) was more than John Willie’s muse — she was his collaborator, wife, and the real-life Sweet Gwendoline. A California-born dancer with a ballerina’s poise and a rebel’s spirit, Holly met Willie in 1946 and stepped into a world of silk ropes, sky-high heels, and playful peril. From Stage to Studio Trained in ballet and modern dance, Holly brought elegance and endurance … Continue reading Holly Faram
Slave Girl is a 1947 American Technicolor adventure comedy film directed by Charles Lamont and starring Yvonne De Carlo (1922 – 2007) and George Brent (1904 – 1974).Wikipedia An American adventurer goes to Tripoli to rescue some kidnapped sailors, but gets involved with a beautiful slave girl. IMDB Slave Girl, directed by Charles Lamont and starring Yvonne De Carlo as Francesca, embodies this myth through … Continue reading Yvon de Carlo in Slavegirl
Bettie Mae Page (1923 – 2008) was an American model who gained a significant profile in the 1950s for her pin-up photos.A native of Nashville, Tennessee, Page lived in California in her early adult years before moving to New York City to pursue work as an actress. There, she began to find work as a pin-up model, and posed for dozens of photographers throughout the 1950s. Page was “Miss January 1955”, one … Continue reading Bettie Page
