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Description It was rare that Malon had the time to ride anymore, but with Mr. Ingo back to normal, she was able to break away. Out here, she could truly feel free. With her steed wandering a few feet away, she began to pick her way through the flowers. It wasn't long before a song found its way out of her. This was the best place to sing, because here she could be anything she imagined. The wind picked up, unsettling the grass and carrying her melody far across the field.

The Zelda Project is a Los Angeles, CA based group of friends who seek to bring to life the characters, settings, and overall feel of Ocarina of Time through photography and film. Our ultimate goal is to create the characters as they would appear in reality to the best of our abilities, placing them in beautiful sceneries true to their Hyrulean counterparts, and creating elaborate photosets, as well as a film short (coming soon! Stay tuned for our Kickstarter project!).

I really wanted this one to be a nighttime picture. Several of us tried with it, but the lighting on the original picture just wasn't fit for Date-To-Night conversion. Night photography was not an option, since we did not have the location available at night. So we had to settle for a daytime joyride, which I think is just as nice! Hope you guys like it!

Malon Model: Sarah Quillian *Adella
Costume: Made by Sarah Quillian *Adella
Photography: IndigoVerse *Indigo76
Matte Painting: Mickael Forrett
Makeup/Special FX: Chase Birdsong
Lighting Assistant: Marcus Eddings
Assistant Camera: Julia Starr
Bowser Pin: Donated by ~AnimeGeer
Storyboarding: Sofia Alexander *Elenath

The Zelda Project Official Website: www.thezeldaproject.net
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The Malon costume is a classic remake of my original Malon costume. The skirt, blouse, and scarf are all 100% linen of varying weaves and thicknesses. The costume has been distressed to show wear and tear, assuming that Malon would get dirty if she was working on the ranch all day! The background is a beautiful digital matte painting by Mickael Forrett.

This cosplay photo was a huge combined group effort that was a labor of love by friends and fans of the Legend of Zelda series. Combining all aspects of art from photography to matte painting, we wanted to bring the Legend of Zelda to life as best we could in a final presentation. So far this has been incredibly rewarding, and we hope that those of you who view our work are brought a little bit more into the world of Hyrule through our art.

A special thanks to everyone who has helped us get this far! Without all of your support and kindness we wouldn't have been able to make this happen. We only hope that with what we produce, a smile is put on your face!

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Comments: 112

KevinR12345 [2018-09-29 03:46:59 +0000 UTC]

I know it's been said before, but I'm saying it again.
THE HILLS ARE ALIVE
WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC

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Adella In reply to KevinR12345 [2018-10-01 21:43:06 +0000 UTC]

Haha I actually was thinking this too <3

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Rhyn-Art [2014-11-26 03:20:35 +0000 UTC]

You even included the Bowser broach, nice

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Amarok-Anernerk [2014-07-12 03:46:53 +0000 UTC]

The hills are alive!  With the sound of music!!!! XD

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I-am-His-artist In reply to Amarok-Anernerk [2014-10-08 23:02:26 +0000 UTC]

I was thinking the exact same thing

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MkThunderwd [2013-10-01 06:34:36 +0000 UTC]

What? No 1920x1080 version for my wallpaper?! Please, don't make me upscale.

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MkThunderwd In reply to MkThunderwd [2013-10-03 06:11:25 +0000 UTC]

Oops. Duplicated. Why can't I delete it... boo.

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MkThunderwd [2013-10-01 06:30:09 +0000 UTC]

What? No 1920x1080 version for my wallpaper?! How may I get it?

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AKOMAPSDC [2013-10-01 00:11:50 +0000 UTC]

I LOVE YOU FOR THIS SO AMAZING!!!! YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT SOME OF MY ZELDA WORK (-=

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UsagiYogurt [2013-08-16 14:46:44 +0000 UTC]

I love how you made it worn and dirty, which makes it all the more convincing. I see many cosplayers that do similar characters and keep their costumes immaculate, lessening the realism. It must be nerve-wracking to dirty something that one has worked so hard on, not knowing if they would be able to clean it out later if they wanted to do that, but sometimes it creates the perfect effect.

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Riiahime [2013-08-03 11:35:38 +0000 UTC]

why am i reminded of aerith?

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Mengtastic [2013-06-04 19:33:48 +0000 UTC]

omg I love death mountain in the background, Oiii I feel those goosebumps showing up!

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Scarygermangirl [2013-05-10 11:04:23 +0000 UTC]

Omg she's so beautyful >w<

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kjphoto [2013-05-09 07:34:58 +0000 UTC]

I remember your love for this game. Your images are inspiring.

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Adella In reply to kjphoto [2013-05-09 19:46:04 +0000 UTC]

what the! where did you come from?!

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DisneyJAM [2013-03-27 19:19:22 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful photo and costume. I look forward to future posts regarding The Zelda Project. I have to wonder, though.. Why do you guys spend so much time looking for great locations to photograph, then have someone paint a fake background for you? If you're not going to use the actual background, why go through so much trouble to travel such long distances to photograph?

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Jalexander28 [2013-03-09 17:20:38 +0000 UTC]

malon es la mejor

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RoyDarkEarth [2013-02-11 14:01:50 +0000 UTC]

Hermoso *w*

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Bida-san [2013-01-12 01:12:40 +0000 UTC]

So beautiful and amazing as always!

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TriforceofLife [2012-11-27 18:29:42 +0000 UTC]

What about a moonlight ride on a full moon or nearly full moon?

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shinagamisora [2012-10-26 19:12:09 +0000 UTC]

I wish you guys could walk around, pretending to be Zelda characters. Then I'd be so happy that my childhood has come to life...sigh...

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ninjaLawliet [2012-10-25 00:26:21 +0000 UTC]

this is amazing, even if you couldn't do a night pic ^^

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HunterSerenity [2012-10-24 16:31:34 +0000 UTC]

No matter what costume you wear, you always look beautiful! I hope I can make cosplay costumes like you one day!

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HisaReynhart [2012-10-23 08:49:18 +0000 UTC]

it was so beautiful that i though it was a drawing XD

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Animeplayer99 [2012-10-22 22:50:38 +0000 UTC]

This such a beautiful picture!!!

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cardgames33 [2012-10-22 19:34:18 +0000 UTC]

so beautiful! i love your work

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Twilc [2012-10-22 17:09:07 +0000 UTC]

Very pretty scenery.

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memoire-hana [2012-10-22 10:58:28 +0000 UTC]

I'm crying, this is so perfect ! T_T Thank you for those beautiful images !

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DancerofClouds [2012-10-22 01:45:18 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing!

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DamnSkipper [2012-10-22 00:13:42 +0000 UTC]

[link]

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DamnSkipper [2012-10-21 22:32:53 +0000 UTC]

So...when did adult Malon ever leave Lon Lon Ranch?

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aoifasd [2012-10-21 15:42:15 +0000 UTC]

This is sooo nice!
Weel done!

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AzureKate [2012-10-21 06:58:14 +0000 UTC]

omfg........how could i forget to check for new pic on wednesday..
in any case......its very beautiful

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PrincessoftheStars [2012-10-21 03:47:31 +0000 UTC]

This whole project is amazing!

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siheikfighter11 [2012-10-21 03:07:21 +0000 UTC]

I want a malon costume

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KakeruRoxas13 [2012-10-21 01:47:23 +0000 UTC]

beauty

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HaniaJedi [2012-10-21 01:07:40 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful! As all of your pictures are! The horse doesn't look "a few feet away," but I think it still looks AMAZINGS!

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ShatteredSapphire [2012-10-20 18:01:27 +0000 UTC]

Featured in my journal here. --> [link] <--

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Sugary-Cakes [2012-10-20 17:21:41 +0000 UTC]

how much will it cost for you to make me that costume!?

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prnnography [2012-10-20 16:31:39 +0000 UTC]

Oh wow, that's gorgeous. Looks less like cosplay and more like actual clothing if that makes any sense. Love how the garments are a bit dirtied and weathered for a more believable effect.

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FantasyLinky [2012-10-20 16:28:52 +0000 UTC]

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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lopol123 [2012-10-20 16:28:32 +0000 UTC]

Amazing!

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nerdsman567 [2012-10-20 14:22:09 +0000 UTC]

I'm not a big "Legend of Zelda" fan, but I still really like this. It kinda reminds me of "The Sound of Music" . . . or in this case "The Sound of Malon."

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spongeybab [2012-10-20 13:48:14 +0000 UTC]

so beautiful

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VistaMusa [2012-10-20 13:17:14 +0000 UTC]

I NEEEED to see them kids!! Please I beg you! I'm on my knees now... this would be to die for!

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Adella In reply to VistaMusa [2012-10-21 03:50:06 +0000 UTC]

I will totally do it if you are willing to donate the funds for what it will cost us to do it

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Ilora24 In reply to Adella [2012-10-21 15:18:36 +0000 UTC]

Sarah! no problem, me, I gave money for the zelda project.

I Need to see your drawing [link] realised in cosplay, PLEASE!

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VistaMusa In reply to Adella [2012-10-21 04:54:33 +0000 UTC]

LOL
Well... I changed my mind... I'll be very glad to just keep it only in my imagination. hehe. I'm ok with that, really, my imagination is great!
Just kidding . Unfortunately I can't handle this now, although I think it'd be completely worthwhile, because you do a really great job. ^^

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Adella In reply to VistaMusa [2012-10-22 01:50:25 +0000 UTC]

aww thanks. Only reason we haven't done it as well is because of cost. <3

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classicgamer76 [2012-10-20 12:31:46 +0000 UTC]

That's another great work! My congrates to all the team!

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