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"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
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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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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ClaudiaSutton [2010-11-03 18:59:10 +0000 UTC]
This is beautiful JoEllen! I really love the colors.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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