This captivating photograph showcases an exquisite mermaid queen with flowing blonde hair and piercing blue eyes, adorned in shimmering blue and teal crystal jewelry, perfectly complementing her crystal tiara. The captivating enchantment of this image is magnified by the setting—an indoor swimming pool with its water surface reflecting soft, hazy light, adding an ethereal quality reminiscent of Petra Collins’ work. The image was captured using techniques akin to David LaChapelle’s signature style: dramatic flash photography combined with soft high-key lighting, rendering a dreamlike atmosphere. Shot on film, it boasts a grainy texture with a close-up composition that captures the natural texture of her skin, accentuated with subtle makeup including black eyeliner to highlight her eyes. A soft focus blurs the edges of the image, focusing on the subtle details like freckles around her eye and a small, intriguing tattoo just beneath her chin, lending the image a raw, natural aesthetic. This image serves as a marvellous MidJourney style reference tips for beginners looking to harness the power of blend styles and techniques for sensational impact in photography.