Only viewable from the Larchmont Bridge on Hampton Blvd. this lovely lady seems to rise from a bush in the yard of her owner.
The 2nd photo is from the Norfolk website just to give you an idea of what she looks like close up.
We caught her on A
pril 30, 2009
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Reflections of the Soul
Silver Mermaid
This unfortunate lady was badly damaged by vandals who removed her from her post at William E. Wood Realty and threw her into the traffic on Hampton Blvd. She privately awaits repair and redesign by artist Chris Alexander. At her unveiling she will be dedicated in loving memory of deeply missed co-worker Debbie Myers.
We caught her on April 30, 2009
Thumbellina
Donated by their PTA, W.E.Taylor Elementary School's mermaid rests in the media center. This cutie got her name from the painting technique used on her tail. It's made from using the thumb prints of her students!
We caught her on April 30, 2009
Techno Mermaid
This intricate lady is displayed privately on a secure floor in the InfiNet building. Her photo doesn't do her justice though since there is no way for its thousands of components to be seen. her tail is scaled with the floppies from old 3.5" disks and her eyes were created with the lenses of webcams!
We caught her on April 30, 2009
Her Favorite Port
Donated to the city by the Portsmouth Renaissance Hotel and renamed "Elizabeth" this maiden has seen better days. Badly faded by the sun, she stands watch over the ferry landing at the Portsmouth welcome Center on Crawford St in Olde Towne.
We caught her on April 29, 2009
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Plated Mermaid
Some girls just age too well! This lady was originally quite polished but after a few years in the courtyard in front of TCC, her shine has transformed into a lovely patina.
The bottom photo was taken we she was born.
We caught he
r on April 25, 2009
Music Mosaic
Now, if I have any complaint at all about the trials of mermaid hunting, it is that sometimes these ladies are perched high enough to make capturing them difficult. This impressive turquoise and purple maiden stands watch over the Norva.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Miss Definitely Downtown
Parked on the lawn of the Federal Building downtown, this cute creature of the sea displays a little of everything that Norfolk has to offer.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
MHI's Mermaid
Marine Hydraulic's mermaid sits at their Midtown facility. She watches over the day to day operations with a scaled down USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) in hand.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Mermaid de Leche
This beautiful barista stands proud in the front window of the aLatte Cafe on Granby St. She is the first and last thing that happy customers see in their hunt for caffeinated bliss.
Created by the folks at Civic Spirit.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Lady of Little Creek
She has seen better days but this nautical themed lovely welcomes all who enter Gate 1 of Little Creek Amphib Base.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Go Diva
My children wanted for this tempting maiden to be real so badly. This yummy creation graces the heart of MacArthur Center.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Gem of the Sea
A triumph by artist Cindy Graf this dazzling creation rests on the lawn of the Federal Building downtown.
The artist has since moved forward on another art project fund raising for the Live Strong Foundation named A Dolphin's Promise.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Elizabeth
This redheaded enchantress by Georgia Mason overlooks the Tidewater Woman's Health Clinic.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Mystique
I guess you could call her opalescent. Maybe even iridescent. Definitely incandescent. This blond bombshell proudly brightens the Downtown Sheraton's main lobby.
We caught her on April 25, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Donna Marie
Vining's Landing Marina is home to this unnamed cutie. Dressed like she might have plans to go fishing (*kinda twisted*) this scaled tomboy wears a blouse proudly boasting that she belongs in the "OV".
We caught her on April 16, 2009
Faith
This Mermaid is just lovely. Sapphire and amethyst swirls are the playground for several smaller swimming mermaids. Quite stunning. She graces the courtyard of the Lake Taylor Hospital.
We caught her on April 16, 2009
Maid For Life
Another fine example of why Georgia Mason is my favorite mermaid artist. The amount of detail in this Mermaid astounds me. Her colorful tail is made up of hundreds of multicolored cause ribbons representing the many different kinds of cancer. She is a very special lady.
We caught her on April 16, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Belinda
Just past the glass mermaid ornaments hanging in the window my oldest daughter noticed a spectacular mirrored mermaid! Barely visible because of the contrast, we almost didn't spot her in the window of Clark's Glass Studio.
Created by the folks at Civic Spirit.
We caught her on March 29, 2009
Williams' School Mermaid
Originally know as Life. Celebrated Daily, she was donated to the school by Norfolk Tug Company. With an apple for teacher in tow, this adorable maiden welcomes staff and students to the Williams School in ghent. The 2nd photo is from the City of Norfolk website... It's how she used to look.
We caught her on March 29, 2009
Miss Liberty
Patriotic family that we are, this star spangled maiden is on the family's short list of favorites in spite of how weather beaten she is (faded by the sun). She really is a sight to behold as the Empire Machinery & Supply Corp mascot.
We caught her on March 29, 2009
Sirena At Play in Willoughby
Recently given a makeover by mermaid pro Georgia Mason this magnificent not to mention historical maiden is a new addition to the lawn of the new Pretlow Branch Library. She stunningly depicts in detail the "Rocke
t" roller coaster from the old Oceanview Amusement Park. The 2nd photo is a "before" picture.
We caught her on March 29, 2009
Sirene de Mission
We had been watching for her return since we realized she was missing from her home on the median in front of DePaul Hospital on our first hunt. She has since returned from hiatus and is now perched on the lawn by the corner of Granby St and Kingsly Ln. looking more fabulous than ever.
We caught her on March 29, 2009
Seasonal Mermaid
Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall are all present and accounted for on this spoiled mermaid. She lives in her own fountain and attends more than 100 weddings each year since she took up residence at the Norfolk Botanical Garden's welcome center.
*update* This mermaid is soon to be replaced by a brand new Georgia Mason design!
We caught her on October 1, 2008
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