Serendipity Strikes: Mystery Machine Cosplay Photoshoot
Have you ever had a moment where fate seemed to be on your side? Well, let me tell you about my recent encounter with the iconic Mystery Machine! It's a story that involves a touch of luck, a dash of determination, and a whole lot of geeky excitement.
Let’s jump in to story time!…
For weeks, I had been spotting the familiar sight of the Mystery Machine near my neighborhood. Each time, it would taunt me, tempting me to approach, but life always seemed to get in the way. That is until one fateful Wednesday when destiny decided to intervene.
There it was again, parked just a stone's throw away from my favorite coffee shop. This time, however, the owner was inside! My heart raced as I mustered up the courage to make my move. With a deep breath, I approached and patiently waited for his phone call to end.
Finally, the moment arrived. I walked up, knocked on the window, and I introduced myself. I shared my desire for a Velma-themed photoshoot with his beloved van. At first, he seemed a bit confused (I think English was not his native language), but then I showed him a picture of my Instagram, and explained to him what cosplay was, and to my surprise, she agreed! He promised to reach out the next time he parked nearby so that my inner geek could be unleashed.
Then, the following night (so this is Thursday now) The owner sent me a DM at 10:45 pm that I didn’t see right away. It was informing me that he would be there until 8 am the next morning. Thank goodness gracious I’m an early riser (I got up naturally at 5:30 am) and saw it before I missed my window of opportunity!
Once I saw his message, I sprang out of bed, excitement coursing through my veins. I quickly transformed into Velma, complete with her signature orange sweater and glasses. As luck would have it, my early morning work meeting had also been canceled, leaving me with ample time to embrace this adventure fully. Talk about serendipity!
Accompanied by my partner, @johnwangofficial, who took on the role of photographer, we set out to capture the magic. Each shot was carefully orchestrated, capturing the essence of Velma and the retro charm of the Mystery Machine. Thanks to the editing prowess of the app PicArts, I waw able to give the photos an extra touch of vintage vibes.
Check ‘em out below! (Just click on the image to enlarge it and scroll through).
As I look back on this synchronistic encounter, I can't help but marvel at how everything fell into place. The stars truly aligned, allowing me to fulfill a childhood dream and create memories that will last a lifetime. I am beyond thrilled with how the photos turned out, each one a testament to the power of curiosity, determination, and a little bit of luck.
So if you ever find yourself face-to-face with something that ignites your inner geek, don't hesitate to seize the moment. Who knows what adventures await when you let fate take the wheel? 🚐💨
Until serendipity strikes again,
Queen Amy Dala xo 💜
Note: All characters and references to the Mystery Machine are based on the iconic Scooby-Doo franchise.
