Warbird Pinup Girls: The Collection Hardcover – April 13, 2022

America has several golden ages, but for this author and artist there is nothing more profound than the transition made during the 1930’s and 40’s. WWII brought many now forgotten art forms and changes to the military culture. This book focuses primarily on the now almost forgotten expression of “Nose Art”. The act of aviators applying symbols and personalizing their aircraft with free-hand paintings. In most cases these were beautiful women, the “dames” they dreamed of or left back home. Creator and photographer Christian Kieffer spent 12 years recreating these lovely females in the form of an annual calendar that features all WWII aircraft and authentic 1940’s pinup girl “Nose art” renditions. Enjoy not just the art of bringing the girls to life but also the informative commentary on these legendary aircraft including the people and organizations with whom he worked. This is a lesson in fine photography, and a golden age in American aviation history. This compilation highlights the events and memories of over a decade of production that brought him a world-wide audience. Read more