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15 Wonderful Illustrations Of Disney Princesses As Pirates

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15 Wonderful Illustrations Of Disney Princesses As Pirates

Disney princesses have inspired countless fan reimaginings, but this one gives them a swashbuckling twist. A Dutch artist known as Willemijn1991 took some of the most recognizable royal characters and turned them into pirates, and the results are surprisingly fitting.

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From Snow White to Tiana, each illustration keeps the spirit of the original character while adding a rougher, more adventurous edge. The collection feels playful, creative, and full of personality, which makes it easy to see why these pirate princesses stand out.

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Here are 15 of the best illustrations, and a few of them may be your new favorites.

1. Snow White

"Her ship is called the Lady Snow."

1. Snow WhiteWillemijn1991
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2. Melody

"She sails the seven seas with her mother, Ariel, on the Trident."

Snow White dressed as a pirate, seashell hat, bold pose.Willemijn1991
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3. Aurora

"Her ship is called the Dawn Sword."

Melody and Snow White as pirates, nautical outfits, ship deck backdrop.Willemijn1991

Willemijn1991 studies Industrial Design and Engineering, but drawing is her greatest passion.

That creative streak shows up in every pirate makeover.

4. Mulan

"Her ship is called the Lizard Hero."

Aurora as a pirate, flowing dress, cutlass in hand, ocean sky.Willemijn1991

5. Pocahontas

"Her ship is called the Willow Wind."

5. PocahontasWillemijn1991

6. Cinderella

"Cinderella on her ship: The Widow."

6. CinderellaWillemijn1991

7. Esmeralda

"Her ship is called the Miracle."

7. EsmeraldaWillemijn1991

Some of the princesses look like they were born for the high seas.

Pet wedding drama alert, this is like someone debating skipping their sister’s extravagant pet wedding over pet care disagreements.

8. Rapunzel

"Her ship is called the Corona."

8. RapunzelWillemijn1991

9. Belle

"Her ship is called the Red Rose."

Esmeralda and Rapunzel as pirates, braided hair, pirate hats, vibrant colors.Willemijn1991

10. Ariel

"The lovely Ariel on her ship, the Trident."

Rapunzel and Belle as pirates, lantern light, tricorn hats, ocean theme.Willemijn1991

11. Jasmine

"Her ship is called the Desert Tiger."

11. JasmineWillemijn1991

The details make each portrait feel like its own little adventure.

12. Merida

"Her ship is called the Arrow Bond."

Ariel and Jasmine as pirates, dramatic sails backdrop, swords and jeweled belts.Willemijn1991

13. Anna

"Her ship and her sister's ship are called The Snow Heart."

Jasmine and Merida as pirates, confident stances, pirate flags, sea breeze.Willemijn1991

14. Elsa

"Her ship and her sister's ship are called The Snow Heart."

Merida and Anna as pirates, red and blue outfits, treasure map details.Willemijn1991

15. Tiana

"Her ship is called the Shadow Bayou."

Anna and Elsa as pirates, icy accessories, pirate hats, stormy sea background.Willemijn1991

It is a fun reminder that these characters can work in just about any setting.

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