Make The Scene
Want to get featured in our Magazine? Of course you do!
True North Pin Up publishes writing and artwork on a wide range of topics, including everything related to pin up, rockabilly, psychobilly, burlesque, and vintage lifestyles.
Check out all the information below. If you’re still stuck, contact us.
Queens & Crowns
Celebrating Canadian Pin-Up Royalty
Step into the spotlight, Queens! Our upcoming True North Pin Up Magazine edition, Queens & Crowns, is dedicated to celebrating the timeless elegance and charm of Canadian pin-up pageant winners. Whether you’ve held a title recently or decades ago, your crowning moments are a cherished part of our vibrant pin-up history.
We’re calling on pin-up queens from across Canada to share their stories, stunning photos, and the journeys that led them to their crowns. This is your chance to shine once more and inspire a new generation of pin-up enthusiasts!
💎 Submissions Open to All Canadian Pin-Up Pageant Winners
📸 Photos, Title Details, and Short Bios Welcome
⏳ Deadline: December 20, 2024
Join us as we celebrate the beauty, confidence, and creativity of Canada’s pin-up royalty. Let’s make this edition unforgettable!
Dazzling Dolls & Dapper Dudes
CITIZENSHIP - You are Canadian (or you’ve been in Canada a long time). Please include your location, we try to have one from every Province/Territory.
PHOTOS - Minimum 6-10 high-resolution professional photos. Not all photos need to be from the same shoot. The more you send within the current theme the better your chances are of being published.
BIO or STORY - If you’re going to skip out of a story write a bio of yourself, and make it good! Minimum 250 words. Want to tell us a story? Tell us anything! Tell us about your journey into pin up, where you’re from etc.
MEDIA RELEASE - A media release is required for your submission. It’s now digitally available.
SOCIAL HANDLES - We like to give credit where credit is due.
WE ARE INCLUSIVE - We want to show the DIVERSITY of the Pin Up Culture - All sex, gender, orientation, age, race, ability, skin colour, AND size -
WE WELCOME ALL!
The No-No List:
No Nudity - Implied nudity is ok
Looking for some inspiration for your next shoot? Check out our boards on Pinterest, we have so many ideas!
You’re in a band?
Cue Fan-Girl Screams!
We welcome bands to submit too.
We love to know what’s happening in the Canadian Rockabilly and Music Scene.
So if you’re part of a billy band, send us your promo kit, and some giveaway merch and we will tell all the cool cats where your next gigs are.
Send us your details. info@truenorthpinup.ca
So You’re a Writer?
True North Pin Up publishes writing and artwork on a wide range of topics, including everything related to pin up, rockabilly, psychobilly, burlesque, and vintage lifestyles.
We welcome pitches from unpublished writers and seasoned freelancers.
Stuck with a bad case of writer’s block? Here is some inspiration for you!
"Vintage Glamour, Modern Impact": Write about how the vintage lifestyle has evolved and the impact of pin-up culture on modern fashion, self-expression, or empowerment.
"Hidden Heroines": Tell the story of an inspiring woman from history, especially those with a connection to the pin-up era or vintage lifestyle, whose impact still resonates today.
"Classic Beauty Essentials": Share tips, products, and rituals for achieving a timeless look, including vintage-inspired hair, makeup, and fashion tips for modern-day pin-up enthusiasts.
"Pin-Up Pride": Explore the sense of community and pride within the pin-up scene, how it builds connections, and why it holds personal meaning for many enthusiasts.
"Reviving Romance": Describe how pin-up or vintage styles inspire date-night fashion or romantic aesthetics, and why classic glamour still captivates people today.
"Behind the Lens": Interview a pin-up photographer, asking about their creative process, favorite shoots, and how they bring vintage visions to life.
"Pin-Up and Empowerment": Write a personal essay about how pin-up culture has helped you or someone you know build confidence, foster self-love, or embrace their individuality.
"Iconic Vintage Spots": Guide readers to vintage-inspired locations or shops across Canada—places where they can immerse themselves in the era and find authentic vintage pieces.
"Men in Pin-Up": Share a perspective on men who enjoy pin-up culture, their experiences, and how they feel included in or contribute to the pin-up community.
"A Day in the Life of a Pin-Up Enthusiast": Describe a day in the life of someone immersed in the pin-up lifestyle, from fashion choices to social activities.
"Homemade Vintage": Offer a DIY guide on creating vintage-inspired crafts, clothing alterations, or home decor pieces that capture the pin-up aesthetic.
"Pin-Up for a Cause": Spotlight individuals or groups using pin-up culture for charitable events, community service, or to bring attention to important causes.
"Style through the Decades": Compare the defining fashion and beauty trends of each decade from the 1920s to the 1960s, highlighting how each influenced pin-up culture.
"Pin-Up Role Models": Reflect on iconic figures from vintage pop culture (actors, singers, models) who influence today’s pin-up community and lifestyle.
Have an idea for a submission? Send us your pitch. info@truenorthpinup.ca
