Lucy La Riot

Okay, LOVE ANNA! All of the other reviewers weren’t lying! I had wanted to do a Calendar shoot for my boyfriend and was originally going to book wit another studio but they were booked out. So I came to Unilocal and found Lucy La Riot and I am sooooo glad that I did! Her prices are so reasonable and this woman is amazing! I came in last Friday morning and I was soo nervous! I came with my boyfriend (there’s a little seating area for him and Anna pulled the curtains so he wouldn’t peek) and I was afraid that I was going to look awkward and stupid but Anna coached me through all the poses and it was so much fun. I can’t stop saying how great she is! She was really easy to talk to during hair and makeup, she makes you feel like you’re with a girlfriend. She was kind and patient while I tried on outfits and pulled all of the ones I wanted to see (I’m one of those that like to see ALL of her options before choosing)
Her responses are quick, we’ve emailed back and forth often prior to my appointment with her and even afterwards. My contact sheets come in the next day, and she made me look so amazing that I went ahead and bought extras! She’s in the process of retouching the photos now and I will be getting them next week. SOO EXCITED! Come to her if you ever want to do a pinup shoot! She’s really wonderful I’ve already told my friend all about her and my experience and she’s interested as well.
Thanks Anna! Can’t wait to come back soon!

I was there a couple weeks ago for an impromptu Boudior session. Oh man, it was the most fun I’ve had in a LONG time. I’ve never had pictures taken, much less in my underpants, but I was immediately so comfortable with Anna. She made it so effortless, I was actually excited about the process. Her work is amazing and I had so many pictures I loved, I was hard to decide which to get retouched! I recommend her to everyone. The communication was superb, I had the contact sheets within 24 hours and my retouched photos within 3 days. I love this and can’t wait to book again!

Although I’ve always wanted to do something like this, it’s not something I’m comfortable with. I don’t even like to have my picture taken in «real life» ever. So I was nervous as hell, sincerely expecting the photographer would sit me down, look me in the eye, and say ‘you’re too old and not photogenic enough for this.’ Then I imagined I would be led into a separate room where I would be put to sleep for the good of society.
Spoiler: none of that happened and I had a blast. Anna is sweet and helpful and makes you feel at home. I got the proofs like, five seconds after leaving, and am looking forward to the retouched versions.
Bottom line: you need to do this, don’t overthink it.

Had such an amazing experience at Lucy La Riot; I was looking for a fun, alternative bachelorette party idea and a 50’s style photo shoot with Anna turned out to be perfect.
First off, Anna was super helpful while coordinating everything. On the day of the shoot the six of us girls showed up and had an absolute blast. The wardrobe selection is superb and the makeup/​hair is super sexy and fun. The best part was how comfortable Anna made everyone feel — even the most reserved girls in the group really got into it.
Also, the bride loved her shots so much that she booked another session — if that’s not a rave I don’t know what is!

I recently had a pinup shoot with Anna and have to say I was extremely happy with the results. I was pretty nervous and am not a person that’s natural in front of a camera and her and her asst made me feel very comfortable.
The whole experience was well worth the cost and the wardrobe selection was awesome!
Hair and makeup was authentic and photographed well. Guidance on poses was provided which was most helpful because posing is harder than it looks!
Hundreds of digital proofs were provided and the final shots were retouched nicely. I printed them at Adorama in Flatiron and they came out great.
Overall a great, fun, confidence-​boosting experience! Would def go back.

Well, where do I even start?!
I’ve known about Lucy La Riot for quite sometime now and I’ve always been interested in pinup. I thought that since Valentines Day is right around the corner and I wanted to do something interesting and different for my boyfriend (and myself), I would finally get enough courage to book my session with Anna! Now… I’m not the most confident person in the wold about their body so doing this photoshoot took a lot for me, but I am SO glad that I had the courage to do it!
First of all, the second you walk in the studio Anna makes you feel more than comfortable. I’ve read other reviews and people have said that she makes all insecurities disappear, which is 100% true. I was so nervous the day before and walking into the studio, but she really cleared up ANY worries or insecurities I had. Made me feel right at home.
Everything about the shoot with Anna was so beyond great. She did my hair and make up, which was pinup perfect. For wardrobe, I picked out anything and everything black/​red. She helped mix and match all my choices. I was a little shy about trying on some of the things I picked out, but I thought to myself that I should try something different, and if I liked it and it feels good, wear it and feel sexy! Which everything that I ended up wearing in my shoot, I felt so great it. Didnt even think twice about anything! Also, I’ve never done a REAL photoshoot before so I warned her that I was really inexperienced with posing and such. She coached me through every move and pose, I couldn’t have asked for a better coach! haha
I feel like my review doesn’t even come close to how great this experience was in general and working with Anna! Pretty much obsessed haha
Overall, I HIGHLY recommend working with Anna, she is SO sweet and beyond personable. My shoot was perfect and I cant wait to go back for more shoots!

I had been contemplating what to get my boyfriend for our first anniversary gift and stumbled upon Lucy La Riot on my walk to work. The adorable photos in the window featured women of all shapes and sizes, and the entrance of the quaint shop felt playful/​welcoming and not in any way intimidating. Something told me I just had to give it a try. So I booked an appointment for a two hour session.
When I arrived for my photo shoot I was greeted by the lovely Anna (photographer and owner). She at once made any insecurities I had about being in front of the camera vanish as she helped me find a look (outfit, hair, and makeup) that felt right for me. There were so many outfits to choose from and at no time did I feel pressured to hurry up and choose, instead she guided me around the well-​equipped store and encouraged me to choose something I felt comfortable with. It was like having a close friend go clothes shopping with you!
By the time I got in front of the camera I felt completely comfortable (and pretty darn confident too!) in my get-​up and was ready to get the shots underway. Anna again guided you through poses and really made sure she was getting the shots I’d be happy with.
Once we wrapped up, she promised to send the contact sheets later that day and the re-​touched photos of my selection a week after, both of which she did. She was the consummate professional — personal, communicative, and someone focused on delivering a high quality product. I would most definitely book again with her and have already recommended all my gal pals to do the same.
She helped make my anniversary present so special! Thank you again, Anna.

I had been wanting to get pin-​up style photos taken for a while and was so happy to find Lucy La Riot. So about a year ago I had my shoot just in time for my husband’s birthday.
I did a two hour shoot. Anna is super sweet and knows what she’s doing. I felt really comfortable with her immediately. She’s great at make up (I have super short hair, so there was not much to do with it) and at giving directions during the shoot.
It was so hard for me to pick my favorite images from the contact sheets, because they were all amazing. The ones I picked came back fully edited just shortly after and the gift was a great success!
I’m thinking about going back for another shoot at the new location. There are so many great outfits and props to pick from!

I have been contemplating doing a pin up photoshoot for years and finally decided to take the plunge. I am so happy I found a studio located right in my borough that offers reasonable prices.
I thoroughly enjoyed working with Anna, the photographer of Lucy La Riot. Pin up modeling and photoshoots may seem intimidating but Anna takes the pressure right off. She is incredibly friendly and sweet; it felt like hanging out with a friend. Anna worked with me to find the perfect themes for the photo session. She has a wide array of cute retro clothing ranging from size x-​small to x-​large so finding a look is not a problem. I was very happy with the makeup and hair looks she did on me. She made me feel very confident and comfortable in front of the camera.
Anna sent me the contact sheets a few hours after my shoot and I selected six to retouch. When I got the retouched versions back, I was so ecstatic that I asked her to retouch five more of them! It was hard to believe that that was me in the photos. I highly recommend that every woman visits Lucy La Riot for a photoshoot. Pin up caters to every type of woman; regardless of size, shape, color, age, etc. It was an incredibly amazing and empowering experience and I will definitely be returning to her in the future.

Every lady out there should come to Lucy La Riot for the full pin up experience. I’m just a regular gal who loves a good cat eye/​red lip combo and didn’t expect to ever do a pin up spread. But when the opportunity came up, I took a leap and boy am I glad I did.
The photographer Anna is so sweet and down to earth. She’ll make you feel like the most glamorous version of yourself. Not to mention the hair and makeup was unreal. Can I get my hair and makeup done everyday at Lucy La Riot?
And the photos? Well the photos speak for themselves!
Congratulations to Lucy La Riot on the new storefront. Williamsburg is lucky to have her!