January 20, 2009

Update ~ The Other Side of the Stage

After all the horrible problems I had in Paris I realized that the plans I had for at least two more European venues for Mercury Rising's world tour were not going to work. So the tour is winding down hard and fast.

Once again I want to thank Beth for helping me see this chapter for what it was, pointing out the weak spots, and pushing me when I was struggling to stay focused. You have done so much more than I can ever repay.

I played around with Photoshop and some of the images may be a little inconsistent. I was too tired to go back and fix it. Suggested listening would be Something in Your Mouth by Nickelback or any other raunchy, sexy song you can think of. Which leads me to the part where I tell you that there are mature themes and generally naughty behavior in this one. The chapter is called Climax. Link, with any luck, is on the right.

In this chapter I am introducing some new characters who will eventually appear in a series of short stories I have outlined for when the mood strikes me. Meet the ladies of Chameleon.



Sprawled on the chaise is Ambrosia, a lovely blue eyed brunette from New Orleans. Standing is Sienna, who hails from Reno. Sitting on the couch on the right is Marielle and next to her, Onyx. Both are from California, southern and northern respectively. Stretched out in the center is Rhapsody, currently a platinum blonde from Vancouver. Finally, the ethereal Lyra, our Georgia peach.



The lady of the house and proprietor of Chameleon is Melinda Owen pictured here with her daughter Thalia. Melinda will be the focal point of the piece if I get around to doing it.

9 comments:

  1. I didn't do a thing but nag you...just love this one, absolutely adore it!

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  2. Not true...you know I shamelessly used dialog based on your feedback. And you did an incredibly lot more than that you know it.

    I cannot say thank you enough.

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  3. Wonderful shots, how did you have the patience to pose those ladies? LOL! Love the soft hue!

    And for some reason I thought Beth took some shots for your update, (or maybe she did, I am coffused, LOL!)
    whoops! Sorry! Made reference to it in my comment! DUH! Ignore my middle-aged brain!

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  4. And I can't spell, I meant CONFUSED...still trying to get used to this new keyboard!

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  5. The ladies truly enjoy posing, can't you tell? They are all absolutely shameless. I am planning a photo shoot of them if I can find the time. And the CC with which to do it.

    I did manage to take the shots this time...I had some fun with it I guess.

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  6. They are all so beautiful! Interesting bordello theme, can't wait to see what that one will be about!

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  7. Emily that place is like a theme park...Chameleon is a perfect name for that place and its inhabitants. Although the story that comes with it is less about the place and more about Melinda. It isn't really fleshed out much, bare bones really. Not sure it will ever happen but I am playing with it that is for sure.

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  8. I will definately be reading this when I get home this afternoon. I absolutely love the photoshoots you've posted here. And I agree with Karen, you must have endless patience to pose those ladies.

    Ah short stories! Wonderful! Will you be posting them to a separate blog?

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  9. Thanks Chari! The ladies love the camera, believe me. I did individual shots and played around with Photoshop in an effort to understand it better. I used skins that I never used before as well as eyes. I'm pleased with how they turned out and I have backstory in my head that just won't go away!

    Funny you should mention about where I will post it. I just noticed the last post on my short story blog was a year ago. Dreadful! I will probably post there although it needs a revamp.

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In June of 2007 I posted my first chapter of Dark December. Since that time, the story has evolved and changed in part through a collaboration that developed and lasted over 4 years. During this time a friendship was forged. Thank you Beth, for unwavering friendship, support, and generosity over these last 4+ years. It has been a journey I will never forget.

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