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Published: 2010-11-03 15:50:15 +0000 UTC; Views: 66383; Favourites: 1311; Downloads: 698
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"Sirenia plays on the sand just at the edge of tide pool"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: 64
AliceHaunted [2010-11-03 20:17:53 +0000 UTC]
Dang!, this is awesomely beautiful.. The tail looks so real.. the Mertailor sounds awesomely creative.. Traci makes a lovely mermaid - Ya know, at first, I thought this was an Ariel cosplay, until I read your comments, but still, it's awe inspiring, just the same..
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CharliH [2010-11-03 17:46:29 +0000 UTC]
She's beautiful! Oooh, I havn't seen a bracelet like that in ages!
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BeachRose [2010-11-03 17:36:54 +0000 UTC]
Just beautiful! Hope to see a Beauty and the Beast photo shoot sometime.
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AnimeChi [2010-11-03 16:54:43 +0000 UTC]
Dude, Traci is so freaking pretty and you did a great job photographing her.
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Saiyora-Saga [2010-11-03 16:50:29 +0000 UTC]
you know the headdress looks like some of the coral from down in the Keys, its really pretty.
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DiscordiaDystopia [2010-11-03 16:23:00 +0000 UTC]
Soooo......
How much would you charge for one of these tails? I really want one
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DiscordiaDystopia In reply to DiscordiaDystopia [2010-11-03 16:23:20 +0000 UTC]
Oh wait, you had a link in your description
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TimelessCharm [2010-11-03 16:11:45 +0000 UTC]
beautiful! what is the tail made out of? i mean the fin part of it, it looks like some kind of rubber?
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