Chapter 17. – Behind the Scenes, The Unfathomable Beast from Fathoms Below

When heroine Philomena Dashwood visits Venice, the city is being attacked by a Seamonster. Here are some behind-the-scenes images from the shoot. Philomena’s Costume Keeping in line with our theme that she wears the least practical outfit possible, Philomena wears a beautiful wool skirt and a blouse with humongous sleeves! The dress was recreated from…

Chapter 3. – Behind the Scenes

Did you enjoy reading chapter three of A Steampunk Guide to Hunting Monsters, A Mechanical Mummy, for free online? If so, then you may enjoy reading this post about how the photos were made! Costumes – The Mechanical Mummy Alisa Kester made herself a steampunk Mummy costume which mixes Egyptian styles with Victorian styles, and includes a corset…

Day 9 – Haste to the Wedding

Today Brin dressed up in a Beautiful wedding dress by Alisa, while Jeremy wore a knightly outfit created by myself. Jeremy wears a Worbla thermoplastic breastplate and faux-leather pants. Brin wore a super long train which attaches to the bottom of her gown. We also shot in front of a greenscreen to add things to…

Day 2 – Philipsburg Montana Opera House

The Philipsburg Opera House in Philipsburg Montana graciously allowed us to photograph some of our “A Steampunk Guide to Hunting Monsters” photos in their beautiful Historic Building today! The delightful summer stock theater just ended its season. The theater is known for its many Victorian backdrops, hand painted by artist Edgar S. Paxson. Take a…