Mermaids are making quite a splash in today’s pop culture, and rightfully so—they’re simply magical! Two adorable sisters from Iowa have embraced this fascination wholeheartedly, demonstrating what it truly means to embody the #MermaidLife. Meet Mia and Lila Thompson, ages five and four, who seem destined to be the ultimate mermaid duo.
Just like many little girls, Mia and Lila have a deep-seated love for mermaids. Their mother, Jenna Thompson, shares their enthusiasm: “They can’t get enough of mermaids!” she tells us. “One day, I stumbled upon some images of mermaid tails and thought, ‘We need to do a mermaid shoot!’ So I started searching for the perfect tails.”
The adventure didn’t stop there. Jenna reached out to her good friend and talented photographer, Emily Roberts, from Emily’s Photography in Des Moines, to bring this whimsical idea to life. The result? A stunning series of photos featuring the most adorable sister mermaids you’ll ever see!
Emily recalls that she had never attempted a mermaid-themed shoot before. “When Jenna texted me about doing a mermaid session, I was a bit baffled. I had never even heard of such a thing!” she laughs. However, after Jenna sent over some inspiration from Pinterest, Emily decided to dive in. “I could see how excited Mia and Lila were, and Jenna was clearly thrilled too!”
As they collaborated, the vision for the shoot began to materialize. They sourced a treasure chest from a friend, spent days collecting large seashells, and even hunted for fake gold coins and pearl necklaces to enhance their magical theme. “I threw some ideas at Jenna, and she put in a tremendous amount of effort to make it happen,” Emily explains. “Once I saw the mermaid tails she ordered, everything fell into place beautifully.”
The photos captured the pure joy and enchantment shared between the sisters. After seeing the final images, Emily confessed to Jenna, “I’ve got to admit, I was wrong about the idea being cheesy—I absolutely loved it!”
Emily has a knack for creating captivating photo shoots, from adorable newborn sessions to unique food-themed shoots. Now, she can proudly add these charming mermaids to her collection.
It’s easy to see why mermaids are capturing the hearts of so many—representing an escape from reality, a connection with nature, and a sense of magic. While some days we may feel more like sea witches, wouldn’t it be wonderful to experience life as a mermaid, even if just for a moment? Mia and Lila are here to show us how it’s done.
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In summary, Mia and Lila Thompson’s enchanting mermaid photo shoot is a delightful testament to childhood wonder and creativity, reminding us of the magic that exists in our lives.