NOVEMBER HOT LIST
On November 17, 2016 by hottomatopinupacademy8Okay, Let’s get to it! So many fabulous businesses to experience in our sweet MOV 🙂 Here’s a few of our November FAVES! EATS Nacho Average Taco Guys, listen. I’m what they call a bit of a foodie. One thing that I demand to declare a place AMAZING is freshness! This place is consistent on
The Guide to Getting Over It and Booking Your Hot Tomato Portrait Session
On November 16, 2016 by pinkcrush1112For some women it is hard to take the leap to do a Hot Tomato Session. Most women feel nervous, don’t have a clue what to wear or concerned about spending the money. Here is a definitive guide to getting over it and getting your session in the books!
Sparkly Ladies Night
On November 11, 2016 by pinkcrush1112It is almost that time! Sparkly Ladies Night! And this year the sparkly torch is being passed from the amazing Nikki Butler to Hot Tomato Pin-Up Academy! You heard that right! With the help of Nikki, Hot Tomato is transitioning to hosting one of the Mid-Ohio Valley’s best kept secrets, Sparkly Ladies Night! We have
Vines: What Would a Plant Do?
On November 7, 2016 by hottomatopinupacademy8My mother always grew Morning Glories around my childhood home. In my fast paced childhood, I can remember thinking “When I’m older and have nothing else to do, I’m gonna sit and watch those vines reach out and grab the next link in the fence.” How do they know where to go? Do they look
A 300 Hour Day
On November 3, 2016 by hottomatopinupacademy8“Stay Tuned” was how I ended my last post. The next day my sister overdosed on heroin.
Mom held her as she seized in the ER. Dad paced the hall with his hand fixed over his mouth. I made phone calls. Our work, political agenda, domestic duties, holiday preparations, social obligations and personal priorities were checked at the hospital doors.
Tomato Roots
On October 20, 2016 by hottomatopinupacademy8I want the same thing for myself as I want for my vegetables…To grow strong and colorful, to nourish those that care for me, to leave behind quality seed and to die as organic compost”
~Jesse Hyde
I wrote that note on Facebook soon after I opened my account in 2009. Hot Tomato wasn’t a twinkle in my eye or even ink on my skin yet. I homeschooled. I gardened. I hung herbs around my kitchen. I watched my little girls chase butterflies and build fairy houses.
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Facebook recently asked me if I’d like to update my bio. I read the current version and thought “Oh geez, how antiquated! Yes, I must update with something sassy that tells the world that I am a powerful Hot Tomato!” Then I read it again.
Hot Tomato Pub Crawl
On October 10, 2016 by hottomatopinupacademy8“IT’S ABOUT TIME HOT TOMATO DID A PUB CRAWL!” I’ve heard about two dozen times this week. So this month’s Hot List (brought to you by the presidential election) are a few of our favorite Marietta BARS! First, a little history. A pub crawl (sometimes called a bar tour, bar crawl or bar-hopping) is the
Thrill Me, Chill Me – Rocky Horror Pre-Party
On October 7, 2016 by pinkcrush1112Hang out with the Hot Tomato crew before Time Warping down to the Rocky Horror Picture Show screening at the People’s Bank Theatre.
Hot Tomato Pub Crawl October 14th!
On October 6, 2016 by pinkcrush1112Want to explore some Hot Tomato hot spots? Oh…it’s HAPPENING! Join us Friday, October 14th from 7-11pm. We will gather in The Parlor at the Hot Tomato Studio and toast to our adventure before heading out. I will link to the map below but the rundown goes like this: Hot Tomato Parlor, Harmar Tavern, Brewing Company,
Workshop: The Perfect Smokey Eye
On October 6, 2016 by pinkcrush1112The perfect smokey eye, champagne and a $100 Hot Tomato Gift Card? Yeah, you want in on this!
Andi is professional and easy to work with, she brings out the best in everyone and makes absolute magic happen 😊
