The black-and-white image depicts a creature with a human-like form, standing within a rocky archway. It has a scaly, textured body that resembles an amphibian or reptile, with prominent ridged patterns. Its head is adorned with bulging eyes and gills visible on the sides. The creature’s arms and legs are extended outward, pressing against the rock formation, and its webbed hands and feet add to its aquatic appearance. The background features a cloudy sky, adding to the dramatic composition of the scene.
Fun fact- Land version of The Gill Man is played by Ben Chapman while the water version is played by Ricou Browning.
Detail- Designed by Milicent Patrick and sculpted by Chris Mueller, along with a team from Bud Westmore's makeup department.
Pictured is a publicity photo from the set of The Creature From The Black Lagoon. It's a photo shot at the Universal lot. It shows a lake and a creature "the Gill Man" who is tall and green with scales all over and redish lips, carrying a woman who is in a full-coverage white 50s swimsuit who appears to be smiling. It is actress Julie Adams (Credited Julia). She is brunette
Note-*According to the designer, Gill Man did not have bright red lips. This was most likely altered for publication in Life magazine.
Milicent Patrick- born Mildred Elizabeth Fulvia di Rossi; November 11, 1915 – February 24, 1998
Actor, designer, costumer, special effects artist, illustrator and animator.
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