And the Winner Is?

Congratulations to Jessie Nunez! 

You are the lucky winner of the Exclusive Limited Edition Signed and Numbered, Wings of Angels Publishing Pack!

The team at Wings of Angels was truly moved by your response to your reasons for wanting to win the Wings of Angels Publishing Pack.

"I would LOVE to win this Publishing Pack for my hubby! He introduced me to the world of Rockabilly Music as well to the art of Pin Up seven years ago and I was hooked. I would love to win this for him as a graduation present to show how extremely proud I am of him. He is a disabled military vet (Navy, Army, and Air Force) and has overcome many obstacles including PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other physical disabilities to receive his Bachelor's degree and continues to work towards his Master’s Degree. He is truly a great example of perseverance and determination as well as an inspiration to others facing obstacles as well as to our children. Not to mention, he is a huge military history enthusiast and a big fan of Claire Sinclair. I know that this would truly mean a lot to him and it would also mean a lot to me to be able to give this to him for his great accomplishments. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and wish you a prosperous new year!
Thanks!
Jessie"

Well Jessie, we hope you'll send us pictures on the Wings of Angels Publishing Pack once you receive it. We'd love to post it for everyone to see once it's found a permanent home with you and your hubby. Please check your email for details on how to claim your publishing pack prize. Again congratulations on winning this truly one of a kind Limited Edition Wings of Angels Publishing Pack. We thank you and your hubby for your dedication and service to our country!

Last Day to Enter!

Today's the last day to enter my latest giveaway before the winner of the Wings of Angels Publishing Pack is announced tomorrow and trust me, this one is for the true collector of WWII Pinups and Aviation. There is so much in this Limited Edition, signed and number Wings of Angels Publishing Pack. This will be the only giveaway of this Publishing Pack and there is so many great things tucked inside you don't want to miss out on.

If you haven't yet entered to win, you only have four days left. The giveaway winner will be announced tomorrow,  Friday, January 31st and you have to have met all the contest criteria to be assured you are part of the group to be considered for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Here is your flight check list!

1. Are you a Wings of Angels Blog Member, not a Facebook follower?
          Yes, proceed to step 2.
          No, click on this link and click on the right side bar "Join This Site" and follow prompts.

2. Have you "Liked" my Malak Photography.com Facebook page?
          Yes, proceed to step 3.
          No, click this link to go to Malak Photography's Facebook page. Once you're there, click the
          "Like" button.

3. Have you left a detailed comment telling me why you want to win this Exclusive Giveaway?
          Yes, proceed to step 4.
          No, click on this link and leave me a detailed comment telling me why you want to win this Exclusive
          Limited Edition Wings of Angels Publishing Pack.

4. Did you include your email address with your comment for the giveaway?
          Yes, proceed to step 5.
          No, click on this link and include your email address. Without an email address, I can't notify you if
          you are the lucky winner of the giveaway. You can use the words (at) and (dot) instead.

5. Congratulations! You are now eligible to be a part of the Wings of Angels Limited Edition Exclusive  Publishing Pack! Now all you have to do is wait to see if you are the lucky winner on tomorrow!

4 Days Left! Have You Entered?

Just four more days remain before the winner of the Wings of Angels Publishing Pack is announced and trust me, this one is for the true collector of WWII Pinups and Aviation. There is so much in this Limited Edition, signed and number Wings of Angels Publishing Pack.

If you haven't yet entered to win, you only have four days left. The giveaway winner will be announced on Friday, January 31st and you have to have met all the contest criteria to be assured you are part of the group to be considered for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Here is your flight check list!

1. Are you a Wings of Angels Blog Member, not a Facebook follower?
          Yes, proceed to step 2.
          No, click on this link and click on the right side bar "Join This Site" and follow prompts.

2. Have you "Liked" my Malak Photography.com Facebook page?
          Yes, proceed to step 3.
          No, click this link to go to Malak Photography's Facebook page. Once you're there, click the
          "Like" button.

3. Have you left a detailed comment telling me why you want to win this Exclusive Giveaway?
          Yes, proceed to step 4.
          No, click on this link and leave me a detailed comment telling me why you want to win this Exclusive
          Limited Edition Wings of Angels Publishing Pack.

4. Did you include your email address with your comment for the giveaway?
          Yes, proceed to step 5.
          No, click on this link and include your email address. Without an email address, I can't notify you if 
          you are the lucky winner of the giveaway. You can use the words (at) and (dot) instead.

5. Congratulations! You are now eligible to be a part of the Wings of Angels Limited Edition Exclusive  Publishing Pack! Now all you have to do is wait to see if you are the lucky winner on Friday!

Wings of Angels Takes Flight!

After two very long years filled with the blood, sweat and more than a handful of tears, the Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinups and Aviation Vol. 1 and 2 books are now available for pre-order worldwide. That's right you can save yourself a bundle in shipping by choosing the location nearest your location to reduce the amount of shipping you have to pay to have the books arrive at your doorstep on May 28th which is when the publisher has slated the book for release.

The easiest way to locate where you can pick up a copy of the book that is closest to where you live is to type the ISBN - 978-0764346408 (Volume 1) and 978-0764346415 (Volume 2) in your browsers search window.

 

Google will automatically list all the places you can pre-order the books that are close to your location. Amazon world-wide, Barnes and Noble,Schiffer Publishers, Booksamillion, and so many other local retailers are all on board to help get these books into your hands. If you are a Prime Member with Amazon, your shipping costs are generally Free! So make sure you shop around for the best value for you!

In general these volumes are selling for between $30-$40 each and you'll want to make sure you have them both so you don't miss out on anything. These first pre-order guarantees you that you will have a first edition until those run out or are sold out. Not sure when that will happen but it's always great to have a first edition book if you are a collector. Some other interesting developments are that if you purchase a Limited Edition Collector's set from Schiffer Publishing, you will get one of only 250 sets to be produced in an exclusive sleeve to house both volumes. These are guaranteed to be first editions and are being sold for $100.00 for each and only sold on Schiffer's website.

People have asked me who is in which volume or what is included in each volume and as of this moment, only the publisher has that information. It's like they say in movies, you just never know what will wind up on the cutting room floor or how they have created the books to fill two complete volumes. All of the Wings of Angels models and their planes will be displayed in these hardcover books. There will truly be something for everyone.

People have started emailing me with questions about getting theirs signed by the models of their choice or to have me autograph and personalize copies, but until the books are officially released, I can't tell you how that can be arranged. I know we will work something out at a later date and will have book signings scheduled so you can come talk with me or some of the models and have yours signed at that time. Do I know when or where that will happen, not at this time.

I know May 28th is a way off but trust me when I tell you it will be worth the wait. We will be working hard to make the time pass and continue to make sure you don't miss out on my giveaway exclusive offers by being a member of my blog. If you aren't getting notifications on your Facebook feed, please make sure you are clicking on the "Liked" button and then making sure you have "Get Notifications" checked by clicking on it. After all the updates to Facebook, it keeps defaulting you to not receiving any notifications and you have to redo it to see it in your feed. (See Photo below where the arrow indicates).

Don't forget we've got lots of surprises are coming your way. You won't want to miss out on anything!

Model Spotlight - Judy Luck

Today's Model Spotlight proudly highlights Wings of Angels Model Judy Luck, a born and bred native of Southern California who is as multi-talented in pin up modeling as she is in burlesque, and hula a go-going in her group The Hula Girls. Born on November 23rd, this 26-year-old is as beautiful as she is wise in our behind the scenes interview where she tells us her favorite color is green and she's even studying Anthropology!

1. What would you say to people who don't know where to start or how to get going to make their dreams a reality? 

I would have to say to focus on what you want, what your dream really is. I would have them search out someone like a role model or mentor who is doing just what you want and have them give you some advice. Be sure to ask about there experiences and listen to their stories.

2. What is one of the most valuable lessons you have learned from failure?

I have found that no matter what mistakes we make in life, there is always something for you to learn from it. You need to stay positive and not dwell on the negative things. I myself have learned just recently about being more independent and I'm learning more about myself along the way. Who I really am.

3. No matter who you are, critics are plenty and criticism hurts. What have you learned about managing the impact of criticism whole moving forward on purpose?

Personally, it can be very, very difficult. People will often talk about your appearance, things they might not like but I have found you have to be a lot like the celebrities and just not look at it. You know who you are inside and you can only be the best version of YOU.

Professionally, people will always want more of you but you still need to remember to be the best version of who you are and work hard at it.

4. If you could live in any period of history, which would it be and why?

I am a fan of the 1930's. Even though it was in the midst of war time, and even hearing about those struggles from my great grandparents,they always stuck together. It's not like that anymore. Families are busy, people are always on the go, we loose sight of what is important.I also love that old Hollywood look. The beautiful pictures that showed a much more glamorous side of life even though it may not have been 100% of what was going on at the time. It was still beautiful to look at, an escape, a dream.

5. Who has been your greatest role model and why?

My grandma on my dad's side even though I look up to all my grandma's. She has been through two divorces, and had to raise two children all on her own. Even though times were hard and she might have had to eat popcorn for dinner just so her kids could eat, she is amazing. She is fun and truly enjoys life to the fullest. She went zip-lining for her latest birthday and we are even taking a circus class together now!

6. What was it like working with Michael on the Wings of Angels Project?

I had three shoots with Michael and I think he is using two of them right now. It was an amazing experience. It was everything people imagine and then not everything they imagine a pin up shoot to be at the same time. You had people doing your hair and make-up, giving you amazing clothes to wear and he just has an amazing team working with him overall. We got some great photos, that I even wonder how that's me! It was fun and goofy, playing around with different poses. I've had times where working with some photographers made you feel uncomfortable but not with Michael. I am obsessed with museums and when I had time I kept asking, "Can I go look at the planes now?" I really wanted to see them and talk to the people in the museum.

 

7. How has working on the Wings of Angels project changed you?

It has opened a lot of new doors for me. I used to be seen as "cutesie" and I mentioned this to Mike. He took more glamorous pictures of me and allowed people to see a different side of me. The best part has been something I did for my great grandfather who passed away recently. He served and flew in the war in the Air Force.With the help of my family we did some searching and found out which planes he flew, as well as more history,that will be in the book as a dedication to him and the service he provided for his country.

8. What has been your greatest success in life?

Being 26, this is difficult because I'm working towards what may be my greatest successes, but I would have to say being in my band, The Hula Girls. I never thought I would say I would be in a band, but after 4 years with them they are one of the happiest things in my life. I discovered a community and culture that I never knew existed within the tiki community. I am also able to use my dance background to create shows for all age groups and I have made a great new group of friends along the way. 

9. What is your favorite photo that Mike has taken of you?

It would probably be the one I post all the time of me. It's a shot of me, sideways full body, in lingerie next to the plane. It is such a glamorous picture and even though I'm not wearing a lot, I see that picture and think, "That's me!" It's like nothing I've ever had.

10. If you could provide any advice for anyone looking to become a model, what would you say?

A lot of things. Get yourself a separate wardrobe of things you will never wear in the real world, but would definitely wear at a photo shoot. If you are going for pinups, do a lot of research. Research poses, life styles, hair and make up for the look you want. There has been a resurgence of new pin up looks but it is not like the classic pin ups at all. Seek out people you want to work with, make up, photographers, etc to find those people who take the pictures you are interested in. Find your look and what you want.

Thank you Judy Luck for taking the time today to answer these questions and giving us a little more insight into your life and into what makes you truly one of the Wings of Angels Models.

Don't forget to take advantage and pre-order your copy of Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinups and Aviation Volumes 1 and 2 that is due out on May 28, 2014. 

You can keep in touch with Judy Luck by visiting her Facebook page The Hula Girls.

We leave you now with a look into the Behind the Scenes photo shoot with Judy Luck on the Wings of Angels project.

Photo Credits: Michael Malak, Malak Photography.com, Yanks Air Museum, Betty Paige Clothing, Secrets in Lace Lingerie, Ellie Shoes, LTW Custom Cosmetics, Hair and Makeup Martin Christopher, Christina Marie, Allen Freeman (Video), Robert Austin Photography (Behind the Scenes Photos)

The Idea Behind Michael's Dream

For those of you that may not have heard, Michael Malak's Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinups and Aviation Volumes 1 and 2 are now available for pre-order at your local book retailer for release on May 28, 2014.

For an in-depth look at this project that has taken more than two years to see it finally complete, Michael takes us into the inspiration that gave birth to this project.

For those of you that are interested in pre-ordering your copies of the Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinups and Aviation Volumes 1 and 2 and 2 please click on the links below. Don't forget by pre-ordering your hard cover books today, you are getting first editions until they are sold out So get your's today!

Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinups and Aviation Volumes 1
Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinups and Aviation Volumes 2

Are you ready for the Big News?

I know so many of you have been asking these questions?

When will the Wings of Angels Book be available?

Where can I order it when it does become available?

Congratulations goes out to Michael Malak as his latest pre-order release of not just one Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinup and Aviation Volume 1, but also Wings of Angels: A Tribute to the Art of World War II Pinup and Aviation Volume 2!

Huh? Did you just read that right?

Two books?

Okay, I can just hear your next question, just how much will those books be?

Are you ready for this? $39.99 for each volume. Some local online retailers are offering a price-break as well through Amazon and Barnes and Noble for $30.59 for each volume!

So where can you pre-order yours now to ensure you have one when they release on May 28, 2014?

• Schiffer Publishing
• Amazon
• Barnes and Noble
• Bookamillion.

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd; 1 edition (May 28, 2014)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764346407
• ISBN-13: 978-0764346408

Each volume is a beautiful illustrated hardcover with 160 pages showcasing a 2 year long project in the making now finally available for pre-order. Trust me, you'll definitely one to grab one of these collector's edition Wings of Angels books today before they are SOLD OUT!

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd; 1 edition (May 28, 2014)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764346415
• ISBN-13: 978-0764346415

Join me in congratulating Michael Malak for seeing his dream come true!!!I've ordered mine today, have you?