Sounds like good fun - and of course you all looked amazing. Put a bunch of people with a slightly nerdy interest together, and beautiful things happen...
As a photographer who does styled fantasy shoots, working with all y'all has been my dream forever. Absolutely in love with the fact you all put this together and brought all these concepts to life. Fantastic, well done!
What an amazing amount of work! I live here, and yes, you always need to be prepared for water, wind, and sudden changes of temperature. What a fun workshop! But a lot of work, a LOT of work.
July 2022 I had a photo shoot that I had won in a giveaway with Liza in a formerly abandoned Victorian parkland cemetery in Philly! I wore my friend’s black 18th century suit and had such a blast doing it. She was great to work with!
It was lovely to do this experience with you! And for anyone considering doing this I’d like say I highly recommend it! Liza and Julie made everyone feel so comfortable, regardless of their sewing or costuming or modeling experience!
It is lovely to see all of you enjoying the experience. I have always hated having my picture taken, which is extremely unfortunate considering my career is in the performing arts.
This was so much fun to watch. I have been sewing for over fifty years. Now all my kids are grown and my grandchildren like their own style of clothing, which is fine….but I’d love to be a part of a group of people who love sewing for fantasy costumes. And I’d love to be one of them modeling. So much fun. A lot of my friend’s don’t understand my love for this.
I enjoy fantasy medieval cosplay. Nothing is truly wrong, you just wear it. Everyone looked so relaxed and into the themes. I honestly could not tell what was thrifted or what was crafted. Guessing the puppy was a surprise guest? The settings looked perfect whether, moody or ethereal no matter what choice number they were, well excepting the logging road of course, but...adventure! Sometimes cosplaying at a comic con puts pressure on the creator or cosplayer to be perfect. It is a pitfall I seem to trip into from time to time. However watching this video makes me want to cosplay again.
The amount of work that everyone must have put in to make this happen is astounding. The results looks amazing though! Can't imagine how much money all of this also costs, from making/buying the costumes, accommodation, travelling, paying the photographers.... Since I'll never be able to afford a photo retreat like that (never energy-wise nor financially), it's nice to live the dream second hand by beautiful videos like this :)
I can't remember if I've already commented, but I keep rewatching this video and the ghost one. I think fantasy historical-ish costuming is truly where my heart is. Love this type of content from you because it's still so educational. Also, petition for the pirate costume video puhlease 😢🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
gorgeous! please do a tutorial on the making of the rust velvet cloak--it sounds like an excellent project for beginner sewists who don't yet own machines. :)
All the sessions were beautiful, but seaside aesthetic is my thing. The first seaside shoot was so gorgeous. The group shot you showed was breathtaking 😍
That was lovely. I really enjoyed the beach shots. I haven't been to Cannon Beach in many years, but when I was a kid, it was the place my family usually went to for beach trips, and I loved seeing Haystack Rock. Next time I'm down in Portland in somewhat temperate weather, I'll have to drag my family out there for a day trip.
I love that [nameless] Oregon beach! My family goes there every couple years since I was little. I've never thought to do a proper photoshoot- just pretty ocean pictures. Or pictures of the bunnies that hang out by one of the hotels. A couple years ago, me and my bf did a hike in one of the darker forests. Tons of mushrooms. The trail was pretty gnarled up with tree roots, though. You guys all look like you had tons of fun!
~24:55 - Yes, hard work and costumes and photography... but also; PUPPY PIRATE... YARRRRR~ ... ... ... puppo pirate doin' a big wag. Yarr. :3 But actually, that looked really fun. That is definite costuming goals right there. I'm always in awe of these kinds of shindigs. :D
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This area looks so much like coastal Humboldt County, CA where I went to college. Cal Poly Humboldt is about 90 miles south of the Oregon border. I've done a lot of nature photography around there, but I was out of touch with any of my costuming friends while I was in school.
Hmmmm. For most likely the first time in the seven decades of my life I felt a tinge of remorse for not being a woman..............it was not only the clothes, as amazing they ALL were, it was the feeling, the atmosphere, the extraordinary world created by group of "ordinary" women......you all have my deepest admiration for you innate talents - including the photographers................
Is this the kind of thing a lot of people in America can afford to do? Or like a top 1% situation (It would definately be a top 1% group in my country)
Magical. (There is so much work behind every instance of the appearance of casual magic. I guess that is why I am currently wearing a stretched out t-shirt and baggy shorts. I have to up my magic game!)
This was so very interesting. I love how you pulled everything together. How did your leaf shoes hold up? You chose stunning fabrics and colors. You all looked so beautiful in all of the photographs. Cheers!
I do not like to be on photos, but my sister does and she once did a photoshoot for a photographer friend who wanted some fantasy spice in his portfolio. So, she doned a white flowy dress, did her makeup and they went into the fields with a nice latern. At dusk. After the snow just fell. Honestly, my sister is an awesome model, I could never. Those photos are awesome.
Fantastic! You looked beautiful as always & all the other ladies too. Loved your white wig & ears! I don't care for mine as they don't look realistic except the points & are heavy!
all those ferns in the last location was magical.....if I had to choose, it would be that scene and the pirate scene, because in the pirate scene EVERYONE looked wonderful in their costumes, all the clothes flattered every gal there bringing out their best and you rocked those leggings and I bet you were grateful for their warmth!!!! but that white with the green was very pretty on you, I hope you figure out a way to keep the green straps on your shoulders, they really made the dress beautiful...although you couldn't move well in that dress I have no doubt should you want, you can fix the problem....heck you make leaves into friggin shoes!! what's a little tightness in the underarms to you? even when you outsource and use modern clothes, the leggings and boots for example, you style them so they are movie ready, may not suit your historian heart, but they really have the look for the rest of us.
I’m going to the Medieval Mythologies one in November and overwhelming is a good description. I’m still trying to figure out how to limit my items while having variety so it can magically fit in a carry on.
I'm truly loving how you quickly assembled such amazing costumes. You are inspiring me to let go of perfectionism in favor of getting out and enjoying myself. I live in Oregon and used to live just north of Cannon Beach, where you did the seaside photo shoot. Whenever I've driven the highway just east of Cannon Beach, I've always felt that I was traveling through a forest in Middle Earth. Thanks for bringing my reverie into reality.
All the looks were so good. I love that you showed ‘costume’ makes that we’re not just single-use or for-polictures quality. I’m definitely making that 3yd velvet cape ♥️
All the costumes look awesome, but I would say that you make a really badass pirate in that costume! 😁🏴☠🏴☠ Also, I laughed out loud at the puppy wanting to join the pirate crew 😂
I’m so glad you had such a great experience here on our beaches and in our forest. Everyone looked beautiful. Your cape solution was so clever and really showed off the gorgeous drape of that velvet.
I really like how you showcased simple makes and they had really nice impact. I have to be reminded that not everything has to be big to look really nice.
The elven cape design is a genius idea and it looks amazing!
Sounds like good fun - and of course you all looked amazing. Put a bunch of people with a slightly nerdy interest together, and beautiful things happen...
As a photographer who does styled fantasy shoots, working with all y'all has been my dream forever. Absolutely in love with the fact you all put this together and brought all these concepts to life. Fantastic, well done!
You can’t beat the Oregon Coast! Surf, Sand, Forest, sometimes some sun and definitely ADVENTURE! Looks like you all had so much fun!
I am absolutely obsessed with how amazing everyone looks in their costumes ✨
What an amazing amount of work! I live here, and yes, you always need to be prepared for water, wind, and sudden changes of temperature. What a fun workshop! But a lot of work, a LOT of work.
July 2022 I had a photo shoot that I had won in a giveaway with Liza in a formerly abandoned Victorian parkland cemetery in Philly! I wore my friend’s black 18th century suit and had such a blast doing it. She was great to work with!
Mt. Moriah?
@@crow-jane Yes! It’s so awesome there.
@@seanmcgcostumesIt really is.
I love that a doggie was so happy to see y'all like you were his best buddies! His tail was so delighted & waggin' in a big way😂!
It was lovely to do this experience with you! And for anyone considering doing this I’d like say I highly recommend it! Liza and Julie made everyone feel so comfortable, regardless of their sewing or costuming or modeling experience!
That elf and nymph cape designs are both so smart! All of the footage is really lovely!
Thank you for taking us along on all your adventures, Nicole!
It is lovely to see all of you enjoying the experience. I have always hated having my picture taken, which is extremely unfortunate considering my career is in the performing arts.
same, any tips?
also what do you do?
@@allesaufanfang-sarah i don't have any tip, sure wish I did because it never gets easier. I'm a musician.
This was so much fun to watch. I have been sewing for over fifty years. Now all my kids are grown and my grandchildren like their own style of clothing, which is fine….but I’d love to be a part of a group of people who love sewing for fantasy costumes. And I’d love to be one of them modeling. So much fun. A lot of my friend’s don’t understand my love for this.
I enjoy fantasy medieval cosplay. Nothing is truly wrong, you just wear it. Everyone looked so relaxed and into the themes. I honestly could not tell what was thrifted or what was crafted. Guessing the puppy was a surprise guest? The settings looked perfect whether, moody or ethereal no matter what choice number they were, well excepting the logging road of course, but...adventure! Sometimes cosplaying at a comic con puts pressure on the creator or cosplayer to be perfect. It is a pitfall I seem to trip into from time to time. However watching this video makes me want to cosplay again.
Puppy was a surprise guest! He didn’t want to leave.
The amount of work that everyone must have put in to make this happen is astounding. The results looks amazing though! Can't imagine how much money all of this also costs, from making/buying the costumes, accommodation, travelling, paying the photographers.... Since I'll never be able to afford a photo retreat like that (never energy-wise nor financially), it's nice to live the dream second hand by beautiful videos like this :)
I can't remember if I've already commented, but I keep rewatching this video and the ghost one. I think fantasy historical-ish costuming is truly where my heart is. Love this type of content from you because it's still so educational. Also, petition for the pirate costume video puhlease 😢🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
gorgeous! please do a tutorial on the making of the rust velvet cloak--it sounds like an excellent project for beginner sewists who don't yet own machines. :)
All the sessions were beautiful, but seaside aesthetic is my thing. The first seaside shoot was so gorgeous. The group shot you showed was breathtaking 😍
The pinafore with your haircut kind of gives ‘Sound of Music, but make it fancy’ vibes. 😄
This was fascinating to see and hear about the making of. The elfin segment I wanted dancing. 🧡🥰
Could you give us some more details on the velvet cloak? I'd love to make one!
That was lovely. I really enjoyed the beach shots. I haven't been to Cannon Beach in many years, but when I was a kid, it was the place my family usually went to for beach trips, and I loved seeing Haystack Rock. Next time I'm down in Portland in somewhat temperate weather, I'll have to drag my family out there for a day trip.
Make memories! I'd holler "Road trip!" And off we'd go!
It was such a wonderful experience, and watching all the bts video just brought me back to that weekend. Everyone's outfits were amazing. ❤
This was so dang cute! I’ve been to a few retreats with Liza and they’re always so much fun! I love seeing how people bring the themes to life!
What a magnificent group of Beautiful humans ❤️ the Vibe must have been amazing ❤
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INCREDIBLE! What an amazing experience. Thank you so much Nicole for sharing this with us! Lovely and adventurous. 😊❤
Looks like so much fun and the photos looks lovely! Would have been so funny if there had been keys for the photo bombing pirate dog ! 😄
That looks like so much fun!!!
I love that [nameless] Oregon beach! My family goes there every couple years since I was little. I've never thought to do a proper photoshoot- just pretty ocean pictures. Or pictures of the bunnies that hang out by one of the hotels. A couple years ago, me and my bf did a hike in one of the darker forests. Tons of mushrooms. The trail was pretty gnarled up with tree roots, though. You guys all look like you had tons of fun!
Pirate Nicole sets my little heart a pitter patter every time she comes out to play. All of the outfits were beautiful.
This sounds amazing! It all turned out so lovely!!
Thank you Nicole for bringing such beauty, knowkwdge and inspiration to my life. Your skills are totally amazing! 😍🤗
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I love your new hair look. Very very healthy looking and beautiful on you. The color very much suits you.
This looks so fun! I would love to do a trip like this.
Such beautiful photos! Loved this ❤❤❤
I had no idea such a thing existed. Looks like you all had an amazing time. Thank you for sharing.
This was all beautiful, but the look on everyone's face when the puppy showed up was just pure joy 😊
You looked like you all had a great time. Everyone was gorgeous.
i may have said it before; the Louise Brooks homage hair is so Gorgeous on you! modern with a nod to the past......
How fun!
~24:55 - Yes, hard work and costumes and photography... but also; PUPPY PIRATE... YARRRRR~ ... ... ... puppo pirate doin' a big wag. Yarr. :3
But actually, that looked really fun. That is definite costuming goals right there. I'm always in awe of these kinds of shindigs. :D
Omg. I would love to this. I am both a professional costume designer and photographer.
Leaf shoes!
Your hair is beautiful straight!
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Did you also learn about taking photos or just modelling?
This area looks so much like coastal Humboldt County, CA where I went to college. Cal Poly Humboldt is about 90 miles south of the Oregon border. I've done a lot of nature photography around there, but I was out of touch with any of my costuming friends while I was in school.
Awesome ❤️🇨🇦
Yay, Mom!
Lovely photos ❤
It looks like you had a wonderful experience. 😊
Stunning!
Hmmmm. For most likely the first time in the seven decades of my life I felt a tinge of remorse for not being a woman..............it was not only the clothes, as amazing they ALL were, it was the feeling, the atmosphere, the extraordinary world created by group of "ordinary" women......you all have my deepest admiration for you innate talents - including the photographers................
Thank you for that. With all of the media weirdness going on this was a lovely comment to read.
Stupendous!
This is so beautiful!! Would you mind sharing where the beach is that you used?
Pretty sure it's Bob Straub state park in Oregon
@@StraylightWintermutethanks so much! :)
Great video, Nicole...👍
too bad you couldn't do any "weeping elves" at the mistaken 'trail head'
Is this the kind of thing a lot of people in America can afford to do? Or like a top 1% situation (It would definately be a top 1% group in my country)
I would love to see how you did the elf cape. I can kinda see it in my head but I think it would be a lovely make for a beginner.
I know this is a little unrelated, but I love your hair color & cut. It makes you seem more impish which feels like your personality.
I appreciate that the elves were especially annoyed finding themselves stuck in the middle of a clear cut operation.
Magical. (There is so much work behind every instance of the appearance of casual magic. I guess that is why I am currently wearing a stretched out t-shirt and baggy shorts. I have to up my magic game!)
I wonder . . .if I dressed the part of a magical, powerful person at least once a week, would I feel more powerful inside. I think I'd like that. 🌄
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊Absolutely amazing adventure to watch.
This was so very interesting. I love how you pulled everything together. How did your leaf shoes hold up?
You chose stunning fabrics and colors.
You all looked so beautiful in all of the photographs.
Cheers!
I do not like to be on photos, but my sister does and she once did a photoshoot for a photographer friend who wanted some fantasy spice in his portfolio. So, she doned a white flowy dress, did her makeup and they went into the fields with a nice latern. At dusk. After the snow just fell.
Honestly, my sister is an awesome model, I could never. Those photos are awesome.
Fantastic! You looked beautiful as always & all the other ladies too. Loved your white wig & ears! I don't care for mine as they don't look realistic except the points & are heavy!
A hunt for the perfect ears, perhaps?
Love your hair! You have so many talents. I always look forward to seeing your work.
all those ferns in the last location was magical.....if I had to choose, it would be that scene and the pirate scene, because in the pirate scene EVERYONE looked wonderful in their costumes, all the clothes flattered every gal there bringing out their best and you rocked those leggings and I bet you were grateful for their warmth!!!! but that white with the green was very pretty on you, I hope you figure out a way to keep the green straps on your shoulders, they really made the dress beautiful...although you couldn't move well in that dress I have no doubt should you want, you can fix the problem....heck you make leaves into friggin shoes!! what's a little tightness in the underarms to you? even when you outsource and use modern clothes, the leggings and boots for example, you style them so they are movie ready, may not suit your historian heart, but they really have the look for the rest of us.
Already watched this more than once to relive the trip!
I’m going to the Medieval Mythologies one in November and overwhelming is a good description. I’m still trying to figure out how to limit my items while having variety so it can magically fit in a carry on.
I'm truly loving how you quickly assembled such amazing costumes. You are inspiring me to let go of perfectionism in favor of getting out and enjoying myself.
I live in Oregon and used to live just north of Cannon Beach, where you did the seaside photo shoot. Whenever I've driven the highway just east of Cannon Beach, I've always felt that I was traveling through a forest in Middle Earth. Thanks for bringing my reverie into reality.
That was so awesome it kinda gave me chills.
Especially that scene when everyone was walking towards the camera on the beach.
How fun! And I’m in Oregon so that was a nice little bonus of “hey, I know that beach” lol
You all looked so beautiful. I got a little teary eyed. 🥹
How wonderful to share this❣️ I love watching it!
Your videos and talent are so awesome!
All the looks were so good. I love that you showed ‘costume’ makes that we’re not just single-use or for-polictures quality. I’m definitely making that 3yd velvet cape ♥️
All the costumes look awesome, but I would say that you make a really badass pirate in that costume! 😁🏴☠🏴☠
Also, I laughed out loud at the puppy wanting to join the pirate crew 😂
Beautiful!! In one of my favorite places in the world.
I’m so glad you had such a great experience here on our beaches and in our forest. Everyone looked beautiful.
Your cape solution was so clever and really showed off the gorgeous drape of that velvet.
Oh, that looked like it was a wonderful experience!
Love this hairstyle on you!!!
Great video! I thought all the outfits were great, and the nod to Fortuny especially was *chef's kiss*. Loved it!
The first shoot makes me think of the beach scene from Little women
This is so lovely, I’m gonna cry 😭
I hope you made some nice new friends on this journey cause it looks like you had fun
I think the colours and fabrics you chose for your eleven costume are divine and look incredible against the green forest background. Wow
I wish I had a life like yours! So lovely.
Breathtakingly beautiful!!
I really like how you showcased simple makes and they had really nice impact. I have to be reminded that not everything has to be big to look really nice.
Mo vibe "somos amiga, somos irmãs, somos mulheres"
Amei
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Can you make a more detailed explanation of the cape? i dont understand it :(
Ahhh I suspected logging 😢 The costumes were amazing. What fun!
Such a creative approach to all the costumes.
Wow the pirate lighting is stupendous
Delightful! Glorious!
It looks like it was so much fun
What a nice thing to watch while I'm down while I'm down with the flu. Made a difficult morning better. 🤜🏻🤛🏻
I hope you feel better very soon!🍄🍁📚🐈⬛🫖🎃🧙♀️
That's a particularly genius way you put the velvet cape together, beautiful shoot
I'm going to view that again because I want to make it myself!
Beautiful photography ,as a lover of trees,and forests, it's right down my alkey