Serpentessa Dance Costume

I built this student designed costume while teaching at SUNY New Paltz for guest artist, Serpentessa, a belly dancer who performs with live snakes.  This costume was inspired by the ancient Minoan Snake Goddess statuette. Materials used were mainly spandex and milliskin, the apron/belt was leather. 2007.

Serpentessa in Snake Goddess costumeSerpentessa in Snake Goddess costume 2