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Description "Sirenia swims to the surface to bathe in the sun light on her favorite rock."

When I first met Traci ([link] ), I saw how she encompassed that Disney Princess essence and persona, and I knew I had to bring that persona to vibrant, mermaid life. She reminds me of a classic Hollywood Starlet from the 40′s, punctuated by her bright red hair and lips to match. Not only does she have the looks, but she also has the voice of a siren! With that deadly combination, she could beckon any seafarer to a watery grave. I treated the photos to have a vintage pin-up style that I think works well for her look.

For her costume, I definitely pulled a lot of inspiration from Disney’s Ariel, but still wanted that retro feel. I wanted to create something other the the typical seashells for the top, so I used sequin applique to gives a glamorous feel over painted lace with crinkle silk. I aged her necklace and headdress, making them sea-worn as if she had found treasure from sunken ships.

The tail was purchased from the Mertailor ([link] )! His tails are amazing, and you can actually swim in them due to a mono fin built in. I love that we could have some photos of her playing in the water

Indigo did an amazing job not only capturing Traci’s beauty, but I love how he caught the perfect moments of the waves crashing around her. A special thanks to Damian, our mer-toting macho man, and Jenny for keeping an eye on Traci to make sure everything was in its right place.

Model - Traci Hines ([link] )
Photographer - Indigo ([link] )

For more photos, info, and behind the scenes video visit my website [link]

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Comments: 186

conkeronine [2010-11-04 06:44:14 +0000 UTC]

cool

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lurve-vivian [2010-11-04 06:42:54 +0000 UTC]

my goodness...this is awesome!!!

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NovemberCosplay [2010-11-04 05:58:18 +0000 UTC]

omg I love it! I love how the fin looks so real!!

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pan24 [2010-11-04 03:03:44 +0000 UTC]

i watched the video of you guys having this shoot - awesome! especially the hummingbird this has to be my favorite pic LOVE the waves. and i agree Traci fit the part spot on!

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valemoon [2010-11-04 02:43:39 +0000 UTC]

wow perfect!! love it.

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vani [2010-11-04 02:36:48 +0000 UTC]

I can't even deal with this photograph. ...

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Suncloud [2010-11-03 21:30:22 +0000 UTC]

Definitely my favorite of the three mermaid picture!

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Rue07 [2010-11-03 21:29:33 +0000 UTC]

I knew mermaids were real!
side note: there seems to be this huge fascination with mermaids on deviantart.

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PrayerGirl1 [2010-11-03 20:06:54 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing!!

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ScuppetBaby [2010-11-03 19:07:10 +0000 UTC]

TRACI

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IsisNoir [2010-11-03 19:04:09 +0000 UTC]

Gorgeous shot!

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ClaudiaSutton [2010-11-03 18:59:10 +0000 UTC]

This is beautiful JoEllen! I really love the colors.

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lemone18 [2010-11-03 18:37:50 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing! love the costume and model..

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yozix [2010-11-03 18:30:54 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing!! _

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chanci [2010-11-03 18:28:20 +0000 UTC]

So amazing! Totally love it!

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Captain-Sweden [2010-11-03 18:27:32 +0000 UTC]

Nice!

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CozICan [2010-11-03 18:22:50 +0000 UTC]

haha on the photographer's website, its so cute how you guys have to carry her! xD

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Tammiejjj [2010-11-03 17:49:42 +0000 UTC]

Gorgeous, as usual

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jolindalea [2010-11-03 17:24:11 +0000 UTC]

Hello Ariel!

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masayume15 [2010-11-03 17:20:13 +0000 UTC]

I'm subcribed to her on YouTube, she's so beautiful and she's an amazing singer. Awesome you got to shoot with her!

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dragonsvart [2010-11-03 17:16:23 +0000 UTC]

that's really good!!!
:3

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KatieZientek [2010-11-03 17:03:45 +0000 UTC]

Someday I'll be.... part of your WORRRLLDDD [wave splashes behind her]

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DerekTall [2010-11-03 17:03:34 +0000 UTC]

Wow! An amazing photo, you can see all the work so many people put in to get this amazing shot. Well Done!

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Saiyora-Saga [2010-11-03 16:48:10 +0000 UTC]

Love it!!! the fabric for the fin is really pretty.

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SabineSusanne [2010-11-03 16:45:34 +0000 UTC]

Wow! I don't find any more words...!

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viatrierci [2010-11-03 16:44:28 +0000 UTC]

I'm loving the set!! Mermaids are <3

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rdyntsikou [2010-11-03 16:36:27 +0000 UTC]

wow! awesome!

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luigixpeach [2010-11-03 16:30:34 +0000 UTC]

i like it

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Aguswu [2010-11-03 16:24:53 +0000 UTC]

Amazing work.

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themightydpad [2010-11-03 16:18:29 +0000 UTC]

Great work. That wave didn't knock her over did it lol

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twoeightythreez [2010-11-03 16:00:16 +0000 UTC]

She looks a lot like Ariel I'm glad you could show her in the water as well...it totally makes the picture.

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twoeightythreez [2010-11-03 15:59:22 +0000 UTC]

awesome!

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hoshi-kagami [2010-11-03 15:54:57 +0000 UTC]

This is so gorgeous!
From the costume to the location, this is just simply amazing ^^
You and Traci make mermaids real ^^

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ThomasAnime [2010-11-03 15:40:03 +0000 UTC]

That's an amazing picture of Traci!
BTW, are those waves real, or were they just special effects?

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SuperShahaf [2010-11-03 15:17:49 +0000 UTC]

amazzzzzzing!

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Terrauh [2010-11-03 15:09:22 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful!

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Irlandesaaa [2010-11-03 15:00:43 +0000 UTC]

omg!!! is it a Little Mermaid cosplay??? wow that's truly deadly!! *.* what's her tail made of? never seen anythin like this before!! congrats

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kim-tram [2010-11-03 14:38:21 +0000 UTC]

omg! this shot is amazing @.@

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Artemisa [2010-11-03 14:37:07 +0000 UTC]

Wow!! it's amazing, wonderful shoot

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moonbabe1989 [2010-11-03 14:32:10 +0000 UTC]

Great shot! That looks like a lot of fun, sitting on that rock with the waves

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LuvMangaFF7 [2010-11-03 14:22:02 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful!!

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kagIri [2010-11-03 13:48:02 +0000 UTC]

LOVE IT!!

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MelissaFaye [2010-11-03 13:27:38 +0000 UTC]

Ohh waauw thats so cool!

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Falloficarus747 [2010-11-03 13:07:24 +0000 UTC]

This is stunning

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coco97 [2010-11-03 12:56:55 +0000 UTC]

wooooow!

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Dogychou [2010-11-03 12:38:59 +0000 UTC]

Very cute shot *_* !!

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JustMeLovinDio [2010-11-03 12:02:56 +0000 UTC]

really gorgeous^^,,


and the other pictures on Indigo's site were aswum too! <33

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Foo-Foo-Flower [2010-11-03 11:48:57 +0000 UTC]

OHMYGOSH This is gorgeous!!

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mishkuu [2010-11-03 11:17:27 +0000 UTC]

i completely agree with you! she does look like a classic starlet! everything about this photo is epic!!!

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mayou-akii [2010-11-03 11:10:14 +0000 UTC]

Soooo beautiful! **

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