Our 2023 Convention is May 19th - 21st
Digital Events
Digital Events Coming soon
Digital Events Coming soon
Participate in the Convention from anywhere in the world!
Did you know we offer many online and digital events. We are proud to have an accessible event for all merfolk, even if they are unable to make it to our in person shellibration.
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Episode Three: On today's podcast we discuss our schedule of events, why you should get your convention tickets ASAP, where to see Merman Jax chase a lobster, and how we are supporting Asian and Pacific Island merfolk in May
Sand Castle Contest Winner!
Congratulations to Erin St Blaine for winning our Sand Castle Contest! You voted this glowing, color changing, musical castle as your top pick.
Check out the video to see it in action!
On-going video content
Representation Panel 2020
Join our Panalists, and Merman Jax as he hosts our Second Annual Representation Panel. Panelists will discuss visibility and representation in the mermaid community and industry; and how their personal journeys have shaped their mermaid experience. At this important turning point in American history, it is of the greatest importance to discuss issues of race, gender, and sexuality in all aspects of life...including our relationship to merfolk.
TRIGGER WARNING: This video contains discussions on race, exclusion, pain and judgement.
Society of Fat Mermaids Panel
Hosted by Society of Fat Mermaids founder, Chè Monique; meet plus sized professional mermaids from a variety of backgrounds. Panelists will share how they made their way in the world of mermaiding. Learn how their size impacts their lives as merfolk. Panelists will discuss how they handle bullying and criticism online and in person, practicalities such as tail fit and transport, and what it means for them to be fat mermaids.
Movement on Land with Mermaid Farasha the Desert Siren
Learn four helpful poses for those tricky gigs where you are a landlocked mermaid! Join professional mermaid and bellydancer, Mermaid Farasha, the Desert Siren, as she breaks each pose down for easy use.
Find Mermaid Farasha the Desert Siren at http://www.mermaidfarasha.com/
Mermaid Harp Music with Mermaid Janessa
Join Mermaid Janessa and her pirate, as they soothe you with sounds of the tranquil seas.
Follow @mermaid.janessa on Instagram
#MerfolkforBlackLives
Learn about the #MerfolkforBlackLives movement, as well as the organizations Black Womxn United, and Sisters of Nia - we will be collecting donations to both groups during The California Mermaid convention - http://californiamermaidcon.com/
Original #MerfolkForBlackLives videos by Mermaid Che Monique - https://youtu.be/S2QIpfIX2jg and https://youtu.be/u__CwHnkitU Mermaid Che Monique - www.mermaidchemonique.com, www.facebook.com/mermaidchemonique and www.instagram.com/mermaidchemonique Mermaid Che's Body Positive Clothing Brand - www.societyoffatmermaids.com
Mermaid Cydney - https://www.instagram.com/mermaidcydney/ Merman Maui - https://www.instagram.com/merman_maui/
Water Horses: The Hippocampus and the Kelpie
You’ve seen them in films such as Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters, the Harry Potter-world of Fantastic Beasts - The Crimes of Grindlewald, of course The Water Horse and even very recently in Frozen 2. These enigmatic and fascinating creatures while related to each other, absolutely have their own unique, geographical origins and physical attributes. From a merman’s perspective, we will be primarily discussing the differences between Hippocampi and Kelpies, as these are the two species that are most often confused with each other. Where do these creatures live? What do they look like? Are they dangerous or are they friendly? Please join Merman Jax as we whimsically dip our toes in the water with these magnificent and aquatic steeds. Just make sure a Kelpie isn’t lurking around…
Participate in our Digital River Clean Up and donate to the American River Parkway Foundation - https://californiamermaidcon.com/sund...
Beyond Geek Sneak Preview
Join Beyond Geek host Joe Gillis, and convention organizer Mermaid Rachel as they showcase the mermaid-themed episode of Beyond Geek! Surprises in store for the future of the show...
Beyond Geek - http://www.beyondgeek.com/
Robert Short: The Mermaid 'Tails' of Splash
Academy Award winning FX artist Robert Short tells us about making the iconic tail for Daryl Hannah's 'Madison', in the Touchstone film, Splash. What went into creating one of the most iconic movie mermaid tails to be captured on celluloid? And what was the deal with that lobster scene? Tune in and find out all this and more!
Mermaid Makeup Tutorial
Join professional FX and makeup artist, Nicole Nemecia as she creates a dreamy mermaid look, inspired by one of her favorite artists!
Get Involved
Have some amazing Mermaid Content you want to share with us?
The California Mermaid Convention is seeking out presenters to engage in digital meetings during our online event. If you have Mermaid Content you would like to share in the form of an online symposium, lecture, workshop or class, we would love to hear your pitch!
Our digital presentations will be held on an online platform (platform TBD) for a live audience. Check out the application below for more details
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