Mermaid In Britain!

A teenager has chosen a career as a professional mermaid.

16:42 28 May 2015

19-year-old Emily Keat has chosen a career as a professional mermaid after realising that becoming a fairy would be unrealistic. Training for four hours a day, the teenager built her own six-foot tail using old lycra swimming costume and dyed her hair to turn herself into the mythical sea creature. 

 

After leaving college, she now earns her living from modeling and appearing at children’s parties and special events. 

 

"I absolutely love being a mermaid - I couldn't imagine doing anything else," said Emily.

 

"I have always been interested in mythical creatures.

 

"When I was younger I wanted to be a fairy.

 

"But making a fairy costume didn't seem practical. I could make some wings that looked really lifelike but they would never be able to fly."

 

"With a mermaid tail I would actually be able to swim like a mermaid.

 

"I wasn't sure it would work in the water.

 

"But once I had made it I tried it out and was amazed at how well it worked."

 

Emily also promotes environmental causes. 

 

"Ultimately I want to raise awareness of keeping the seas clean and safe for marine animals.

 

"I want to use this as a platform for doing good.

 

"I want to educate children about sea pollution in a way that's fun so they will enjoy it and learn at the same time."