zombie pinup pageant
2024 Top 12 Pin-Ups
Morgue & Krypt HORROR QUEEN
Rotten Chiquita
Bow to the queen!
When fright meets fierce, Rotten Chiquita proves that even in decay, style is eternal.
Born and raised in New Mexico, she’s always had a passion for the creepy, the crawly, and the art of transformation through special effects makeup. at 27 she’s living proof that dreams are worth chasing.
“a huge thank you to my partner, my mom, and my family for turning my spooky vision into reality. This crown isn’t just mine - it’s ours.” - Rotten Chiquita
Cha Cha
From the pits of hell to the scorching desert, this southern belle is no stranger to the wonderful world of pinup, Halloween, and horror. On a mission to prove that women can do whatever they put their mind to, this femme fatale is here to capture hearts and souls!
Decomposing Darla
Decomposing Darla enjoys all things blood, gore and horror. Everyday is Halloween to this living dead girl. When not working with people in Recovery, she dabbles in mixed media art and photography. Specializing, of course, in the strange and unusual.
Lucky Charm
Charmaine Garcia (Aka Lucky Charm) the bashful little weirdo that comes to life on stage. she was born and raised in the South Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico. she has a Degree in Cosmetology and 15+ years experience as a hair and makeup artist. her love for hair and makeup arose from growing up in the 80s. she was inspiration from her favorite singer Cyndi Lauper, Jem and the Misfits, and Punky Brewster.
Throughout life she has learned that, we all can be magigical in our own way by creating our own image, being unique and most importantly being free to be able to express ourselves in our own little way. just give her a brush and let her color you crazy. Everything to her is art. she finds beauty in all things. if she could find a way to put a smile on your face, she knows she’s done something magical.
Queen of the Dead
Queen of the dead is a high school English teacher by day, WWE fanatic by night, with a side of spontaneous singing and dancing whenever the mood strikes! Black is her color—so much so that she made history as the first person in her church to rock a black wedding dress. she’s all about the spooky side of life, with Freddy Krueger as her ultimate slasher icon.
Gigi demure
Gigi loves all things horror, especially dressing up and putting on horror makeup! She is also a burlesque dancer, so she's also a fan of all things glitter and glamour. The Morgue and Krypt Horror Fest's Zombie Pinup Pageant was the perfect opportunity to blend her love of horror and her love of glitter and glam. Her haunted house character, i-Less Zombie, MD, Brain Surgeon, had a patient die on her table, who came back as a zombie & bit her, transforming her into a part human, part zombie. BRAINS!
Diana Ditch
"I am an artist who enjoys creating anything I put my mind to. This was my second year participating in the Morgue and Krypt Zombie Pageant and it was such an awesome experience to be able to bring another one my creatures to life. I work hard to do what I do, and my biggest supporters are definitely my grandma and mom." - Diana Ditch
Bonnie Marrow
Hailing from the heart of Texas, Bonnie Marrow is a rising star in the world of pin-up and burlesque. Though new to the stage, Bonnie brings a unique blend of Southern charm and vintage elegance with a haunting edge, drawing inspiration from gothic aesthetics and classic horror.
With her bold spirit and passion for the macabre, she’s ready to enchant and thrill audiences everywhere.
Darling Dimples
Shantae Escobar is a dessert rat from Phoenix, AZ. Who found her home in the Land of Enchantment. she’s here to break out of her shell and show her New Mexico pride. she’s a single mother to one amazing boy Johnny Hero. he is the Apple of her eye. Her reason for working hard in this midst of chaos we call life.
She is a retired pastry chef and current certified patient service specialist for an optometrist office. she still enjoys baking delicious delights that bring joy to your taste buds. she enjoys hikes around the Sandias and Bosque, taking in the beauty of the lands and admiring the nature that inhabits it. she’s a big advocate on choosing small businesses over chains. Let’s not forget spooky season is her season of choice year round.
Spookquena for life.
Jackie O’Lantern
Dagmar garza has 20+ years of experience in the performing arts space, with an emphasis on acting and production management. she has worked over the last 5+ years to develop ways of making theater more accessible for all. currently she is working to promote the performance arts as a tool for mental health education and healing.
Luna Decay
Born and raised in Roswell, New Mexico, Toni aka Luna Decay is a creative force to be reckoned with. A seasoned chef with 20 years of culinary experience, brings passion and skill to the kitchen. But that's not all with 5 years of tattooing under their belt, Toni is a talented artist with a knack for permanent masterpieces. Toni also explores other artistic pursuits, including woodworking, painting, and modeling. A horror enthusiast with a flair for the dramatic, Toni has recently discovered a love for pinup and boudoir photography, embracing their newfound confidence.
Steel Lily
A fearless and determined mother of six daughters, Jackie McNally,embodies bravery in every sense. Navigating the challenges of raising a big family while facing her own health battles, she has shown incredible strength through recovery from a stroke and now the fight against cancer. Her journey is a testament to resilience, proving that no matter what life throws your way, you can face it head-on and come out stronger on the other side.
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