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So, my first illustration was created under the influence of my favorite painting by John William Waterhouse, "The Mermaid."
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For the second mermaid, I chose the theme of algae, and I was inspired by incredible photos of seals, which look like huge birds in an underwater forest, scurrying among giant sea vines.
![I was inspired by incredible photos of seals](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/11025a176764165.64ca76dc60f79.jpg)
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For the next mermaid, I was inspired by a photo of the Great Barrier Reef! It is one of the most beautiful natural wonders of our planet, as well as the largest living organism visible even from space!
![For the next mermaid, I was inspired by a photo of the Great Barrier Reef!](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/f307b4176764165.64ca76dc62731.jpg)
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This illustration was inspired by koi fish with their fabulous patterns and varied colors and spots.
![This illustration was inspired by koi fish with their fabulous patterns and varied colors and spots](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/2bd118176764165.64ca76dc5fe38.jpg)
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If you have any questions, please send me an email: evgeny.artsale@gmail.com