This makes me uber excited for my photo shoot :D
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This makes me uber excited for my photo shoot :D
K folks I post ravens updates here but I'm not her secretary. I can't make her read or do things any faster and often when you dont get replies neither do I. She will sometimes just hop on and tell me a blanket update for mernet.
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Has anyone done a photoshoot with Raven before? I'm wondering what I should bring besides my top (she has my tail atm) like make up or anything like that?
@Arella - I just had a photoshoot with her last month. I suggest you take makeup (or apply it beforehand) as well as tights or leggings, a change of clothes, a couple of towels, and whatever jewelry, tops, etc you want to wear. She will provide some jewelry and tops at the time, but she is more than happy to let you wear your own stuff. Also, take a snack and lots of water!!
The fact that I have a tail already doesn't matter. There is no "only one tail" or "only one tail-maker" rule. I won it at auction and anyone willing and capable of paying had a fair chance.Quote:
Originally Posted by caltuna
OMG Riiarin, I loved that quote "The sea dragon has awoken" Lol! XD
Mermaidmechanic I think she just meant that Raven will never make that same design (the belly scales, and extra fins) again, making the tail one of a kind. Not that people should only have one tail. Though I don't remember hearing that Raven would never make another sea dragon tail again, I'm sure if someone paid the money she'd re-use the molds, but paint it differently.
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Originally Posted by Mermaid Selene
1) Anyone who it didn't fit, that's a situation that could have applied to anyone. If it hadn't fit me, I wouldn't have pursued it and I wouldn't think it was unfair if someone else ended up with it. I would accept that perhaps it just wasn't meant to be.
2) SPARE 6/7 grand? Absolutely not. That is money I've worked hard for and deemed that I desired the tail enough to spend that money on it.
3) If someone pays for a complete custom tail, she allows them to make the decision about whether or not they want that design available to others. Raven decided to make it exclusive to encourage people to bid on it rather than simply commissioning her to make one similar. There isn't much reason to spend so much if it isn't unique and one of a kind, its a sound business practice.
4) I love my new tail, it suits me perfectly and Raven deserves every penny I payed for it. Hell, if anyone wants to pay her the same amount of money I payed for it then go ahead and duplicate it. I refuse to feel "bad" about winning my tail. I'm going to rock it in happy mermaid bliss because after a day of toiling away at a demanding job that ranges from political panic to excruciating physical labor, I deserve to enjoy the things I have.
Raven told me there will not be another sea dragon tail. It was one of a kind, and there will be future one of a kind mermaid tails. The line typically refers to the type/style of top and accessories (like the Atlantis line) We can't resent people for buying a tail when they've already got one. I mean, I've got two tails from two different makers, 3 if you count my mermaidfx, and 4 if you count the mertailor one I used to have that I gave to mimi. Just be happy someone won it. it really doesnt matter that she already had a tail. There's no rule that tails have to be presented to the community in a fair way. I respect you all, but those comments just kinda come off jealous to me :/ and I'd rather not see the thread dissolve into bantering back and forth over someone winning a tail. I feel like this wouldnt be an issue if it was any other tail maker. In fact, a lot of things that come up here dont' seem to EVER come up with other tail makers. Kinda feels like Raven is held to a different standard that she didn't set for herself IMO.
Personally, I would have been in a bidding war for the tail had it been posted a few weeks later. I outright told Raven I selfishly wanted to buy it because I was worried someone would buy it who never had a silicone tail before and wouldn't know how to treat it. I'm glad mechanic has had silicone experience as I find many first time (not all) silicone tail buyers don't seem to have accurate expectations of what they can put their tail through and the wear and tear. People seem to think just because it cost 3k it's invincible. So I'm happy it's going to someone who will love it and preserve it, it's a work of art I'd hate to see ruined. And I'm not suggesting any of the other bidders would have ruined it (I dont know who the others were) just that it was a concern.
It is a beautiful tail and you look absolutely fabulous ....awesome photos!! :)
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Originally Posted by Mermaidmechanic
I'm also planning on buying THREE merbellas tails in the next 6 months for my company. I hope I don't get comments like that because I happen to already own tails and people think I've got money lying around, because it's been a huge all encompassing piece of work to get to this point and planning with Raven for 2 years. I'm sure you girls didn't mean it as it came off, I'm gathering people just want a chance at a similar tail. but yeah. :/ those two points just sorta rubbed me the wrong way.
And just to point out, she said anyone capable of paying had a fair chance, not that everyone had a fair chance ;) as with ANY auction for anything, it's anyone capable of paying.
So what sort of makeup did you bring? I don't currently really have any kind of water-proof sealer so did you bring/use anything like that? And ya the clothes and towel and my tops and etc. I was planning :) So what kind of tights? I've used a couple different types but I'm curious if you found any sort were better for photographs? Thanks so much : )Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaid Lorelei
THANK YOU for saying that! I get messages whenever I show interest in a used tail...I backed out on one of Raven's old tails because I was told that I should leave it for someone else's dreams to come true. While I want everyone to have a tail and be happy, I don't agree that just because we already have a nice tail we can't have another. But also if one plans on pursuing a business like aspect and hiring other mermaids you would need optional tails. I am truly happy for Mechanic and if any one can pull of how BA it is, she can! one shouldn't pull out assumptions or call unfair statements based upon emotions.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaidmechanic
Yeah good point Hyli I am realizing its impossible to work as much as I do without a back up tail. I live in constant fear of my tail breaking mid gig :(
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I can't wait to see that!Quote:
Originally Posted by AniaR
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Originally Posted by Mermaidmechanic
Well said! :highfive:Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaidmechanic
Your photos are amazing! I hope you'll be taking video of you rocking the sea dragon look sometime :)
Thanks, Arion. I've never been a fan of my name. Too common. It gets annoying. Also congrats on the Finfolk Tail. I'm excited for you. I've been in love with them since they made Syrena's.Quote:
Originally Posted by Merman Arion
Alexis is a common French name as well but I don't complain much about it because I know there are worse French names out there like Eugene, Hubert, Adolphe, Alfred, and so many others. Fortunately, my parents like classic names but not too old so I got this one. At least, I didn't get bullied because of a name ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Waikiki Mermaid
As for Ashley, I love it and the sounding isn't annoying to me. I hope you will appreciate it more in the future because it's really a beautiful name.
Thank you for your support, I'm very excited as well. The girls behind Finfolk Productions are super sweet. :)
Just FYI, I've never been jealous/envious of anything or anyone in my life.Quote:
Originally Posted by AniaR
I feel sorry for the mers though who would have loved this particular tail, but didn't have enough money to win the auction.
Because of the big interest, I'd like to see more tails with a similar design.
To me, a pod of sea-serpent or sea-dragon mers is so much more awesome than just a single one being a special snowflake.
I don't expect you to understand this point of view.
That's alright. It's a cultural difference.
I rather see nice things shared and spread instead of being exclusive to only one or a few people.
That's all.
I have experienced that as well. Over the years I have spent thousands on professional Bellydance costumes. My favorite designer is "Bella" located in Turkey. For any dancer to have a Bella is a dream. I have bought all of mine used on a forum similar to this and I have received negative comments at times because of it and b/c the number of costumes I own. I worked hard saving my own money and if I want to spend it on costumes, or tails, or photography gear that is what I chose to spend it on. Even if I already have costumes, camera gear, ect. it is my choice. If I want a costume and it is my size then I will buy it. If someone else really wants it too then, it is first come, first serve. LOL. I can also understand the point of the others, and it is hard to get past your emotions sometimes. When I found that forum, in my beginning performer days, I have felt the same way. I have wanted a costume and lost out b/c someone else got it first, and they already had a ton. I would be mad, feeling like I missed out. I have learned though that if its meant to be, then it will come to me. Otherwise, I just learn patience and eventually I find the perfect one. Hang in there ladies!Quote:
Originally Posted by MermaidHyli
Yeah I see what you're saying it was more the comment of since she already had a silicone tail and the comment about fairness
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What needs to be remembered is that:
A: Raven is running a business. Her business is not a democracy or a charity, nor is she a benevolent ruler deigning to grant a boon to a loyal subject;
B: That particular style may have been a bitch to produce or Raven has other reasons not to make another...and never say never! She might change her mind!;
C: If it's not your size or you don't have the money, it's your tough luck, whether or not the winner of the auction has no tail or a hundred tails.
Being jealous, or crying 'unfair' is petulant and inappropriate. No one ever said life is fair. But don't worry...if you keep the faith, the tail you are meant to have will come to you!
^ Thank you Pearlie.
Can't we all just be happy someone on the Network got the tail. At least we know it's in good hands, so I don't see what all the fuss is about. Of course it would be awesome to see more tails of this same design, but it's up to Raven, and we as a community don't have a say in her business because we aren't shareholders. Plus, as has been said before, Raven is incredibly talented, and I'm sure we'll be seeing other new designs to be excited about. :3
I am so psyched just to see a tail like that. Keep in mind, while Raven is not going to copy this tail again, she has said she'd be willing to put double flukes on, etc. If you are creative, an artist will love that and will love to work with you.
Double flukes?
The sea dragon tail has two flukes slightly offset from the centerline. I was just pointing out one of the many unique features of this tail.
Oh you mean the dorsal fin? I love that look.
Totally agree pearlie gurl. Preach!
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whoops, yup that's totally what I meant.
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New pics up <3
Looking good, reminds me of my koi pond outside :)
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you beat me to it! I'm really excited because I'm considering a koi design after Raven's recommendation for my next tail. But I'm letting her have full control and make whatever she wants colour/style wise. A lot of people try koi and while I think people have come up with some great ideas, to me personally a lot of them remind me of the colouring and markings of COWS just with orange thrown in. LOL. Everything is so big and blotchy. So I love that she went small with the pattern on this! And I love the fins. All just my personal preference of course.
I hope the new owner is super happy, and keep in mind the above photo is a WIP it's not done yet!
I LOVE the way the fluke kind of tapers inward before outward. I've been drawing flukes like that--SO gorgeous.
I see what you mean Emma. That fluke shape is just great.
After her clownfish tail I have been waiting for a koi.
LOVE this koi design! So much that I didn't even notice that the fluke is very familiar. ;-D
That's my fluke cut down! It looks so cool!
OH! Yup. I love it. Simply Beautiful.
That koi design is gorgeous <3 saw it earlier on facebook and I nearly fainted <3 deffo going with Raven when I have the monies...and if she's available by then of course!
OMG, this makes me want a koi tail so bad--Gah! Decisions, decisions... I had finally come up with a design I like, then I see this! I actually have a comet goldfish right now with this exact pattern. And wow, I totally didn't know that was Kailani's fluke until she said so!Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaid Namiko
Ah, it's so beautiful!! <3
It amazes me that someone can make something so realistic! Now I want a koi tail, lol!