For a snapshot of Dita Von Teese like you've never seen before, head to the Russell Industrial Center in Detroit on Feb. 13-21 for the annual Dirty Show. Chas Ray Krider, photographer and friend of the legendary burlesque icon, is set to showcase his previously unpublished photos of Von Teese from a series dubbed "Motel Fetish." This exclusive exhibit promises an intimate look at the transformation of Dita's early days as Heather Sweet into her current iconic status.
Von Teese's rise to fame began in the late 1990s with Krider, who photographed her several times between 1998 and 2000. During these sessions, Von Teese embodied Old Hollywood-style glamour, characterized by a corseted waist, epitomizing the essence of fetish models.
Krider's photography style blended eroticism with cinematic storytelling, resulting in images that appeared like frames from a film. His use of hotel lamps for lighting and day-to-day film intended to capture daylight added an air of authenticity and lo-fi charm to his work.
Over time, Von Teese expanded her horizons as a model, appearing on the cover of Playboy in 2002 and becoming a bestselling author. Krider's photos from this era reveal a burgeoning starlet in the midst of transition.
For those interested in a behind-the-scenes look at Dita Von Teese's early days, Krider's exhibit promises to be an invaluable experience, showcasing an aspect often overlooked by mainstream media.
The Dirty Show will run Feb. 13-21 at Detroit’s Russell Industrial Center, with tickets starting at $50.
Von Teese's rise to fame began in the late 1990s with Krider, who photographed her several times between 1998 and 2000. During these sessions, Von Teese embodied Old Hollywood-style glamour, characterized by a corseted waist, epitomizing the essence of fetish models.
Krider's photography style blended eroticism with cinematic storytelling, resulting in images that appeared like frames from a film. His use of hotel lamps for lighting and day-to-day film intended to capture daylight added an air of authenticity and lo-fi charm to his work.
Over time, Von Teese expanded her horizons as a model, appearing on the cover of Playboy in 2002 and becoming a bestselling author. Krider's photos from this era reveal a burgeoning starlet in the midst of transition.
For those interested in a behind-the-scenes look at Dita Von Teese's early days, Krider's exhibit promises to be an invaluable experience, showcasing an aspect often overlooked by mainstream media.
The Dirty Show will run Feb. 13-21 at Detroit’s Russell Industrial Center, with tickets starting at $50.
... I mean, who doesn't love a good behind-the-scenes look? Chas Ray Krider's photography style is like something you'd see in an old film noir movie, all dark and moody with that flickering hotel lamp lighting. it's gonna be interesting to see how Von Teese evolved from this more fetish-inspired era... 50 bucks for tickets ain't too bad either 
Dita Von Teese is a total legend and I've always been obsessed with her vintage style vibes 
can't wait to see the unpublished pics of her early days... it'll be like getting an exclusive peek into the making of a burlesque icon 
. I love how the article highlights Krider's unique photography style, blending eroticism with cinematic storytelling... so cool! 
And $50 tickets? Not bad at all for a glimpse into history 
. u should totes cop tix & check it out! 