This was my 6th prosthetic and the one I made for my in person audition for Syfy’s Faceoff. I wanted to create something vastly different from the things I have done in the past – she was so colorful.

I originally wanted a steampunk mermaid creature. But sometimes my brain and my funds don’t see eye to eye, so due to costs, I had to scratch that idea and simplify.

I imagined her as a sort of sea elf. Based on the brilliant colors of the Blue Ring Octopus. Every accessory she wore I wanted to look like she made them from found items in the ocean. A reoccurring theme with her is layers, like those on her nose and ears. Her nails and teeth are also layered, reminiscent of how sharks teeth form

I had sculpted a cowl with tentacles for her. The foam run had air pockets and with no time remaining, I had to find an alternative. Overall I adore her and I was surprised by how much enjoyed breaking out of my usual style.