The Illustration Friday topic this week is "Haunt."
Here's one I did last year for an Underneath the Juniper Tree story that I think fits the bill--
some classic pen and ink for a classic haunting scenario...
Sweet dreams! ;)
A classic ghost indeed. The full moon, the Victorian bed, the skeleton figure and the floating, ethereal garments of this most stylish of ghosts. Yes, it could be out of Dickens, but is from your talented pen instead.We are afraid....very afraid!!!!
Hi Elizabeth! Great job as always. I feel that she's missing something. Maybe she wants to go outside? That skull-face tells everything. But still, she's beautiful (when she was alive :D).
Thank you for your kind words today as you came to visit. I trust you are no where near the storm? I hope not my dear. We are well, being in the upper midwest, with sunny skies.
Oh so beautifully delicate and haunting. Have just finished reading "Her Fearful Symmetry" by Audrey Niffenegger and your illustration is just how I imagined Elspeth's ghost.
A scary and haunting image, but it almost seems as if the bride is a bit scared herself? I like the simplicity of the drawing. So few elements, but still speaking volumes. Very nice.
Oh how I love this rendering! AND I AM HAPPY that you are DOING what you would do if you were not afraid! SO AM I...it is starting to happen, the process of going out there and just doing the bloody thing without any concerns if I am ever successful. Success is measured in the steps we take and God knows, we are doing that! HAVE A BLAST! Anita
Hello Elizabeth
ReplyDeleteI love this sketch. The city is acting haunted this evening, with the high winds some garbage bins flew by my window.
Helen xx
Hope you've weathered it all OK, Helen! MUCH scarier than just about anything else, at the moment.
DeleteOoh, very haunting! A little melancholy too.
ReplyDeleteI like that you think it's a little melancholy... always adds to the drama! Thanks!
DeleteReally scary!!!Window is perfect!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, R. ! Glad you like it.
DeleteVery spooky indeed!
ReplyDeleteShe's a float-y study in BOO! Thanks, Cathy.
DeleteSuch an elegant ghost!
ReplyDeleteSHE thinks so. Although I'm not sure she knows she's gone ;)
DeleteThanks!
VERY good!
ReplyDeleteThanks! :)
DeleteThat's scary, I don't want that woman near my bed! ;-)
ReplyDeleteI don't, either. My pen banished her to the page! ;)
DeleteHello Elizabeth:
ReplyDeleteA classic ghost indeed. The full moon, the Victorian bed, the skeleton figure and the floating, ethereal garments of this most stylish of ghosts. Yes, it could be out of Dickens, but is from your talented pen instead.We are afraid....very afraid!!!!
Glad she's accomplishing her mission ;) Thanks, dear J and L
DeleteGOOD MORNING ELIZABETH! Strikingly beautiful and hauntingly FABULOUS!!!! I so love your lines; they are just perfectly done. Have a great day! Anita
ReplyDeleteAs ever, thanks, Anita! You have a great day, too!
DeleteHi Elizabeth! Great job as always. I feel that she's missing something. Maybe she wants to go outside? That skull-face tells everything. But still, she's beautiful (when she was alive :D).
ReplyDeleteYes, I think spirits are always unsettled...wanting something more. Good to "see" you here, Dewi!
Deletei’m glad i did not see this one last night before going to bed! great illustration though :)
ReplyDeletex sandra
Thanks, Sandra! Sweet dreams ;)
DeleteOooooo! There's nothing scarier than crinkled and decomposed sweetness! =D Yuchhhh!
ReplyDeleteNOW, it feels like Halloween is coming - thank you - just in the nick of time! ;)
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(btw, I remember this one, too - it's a good one!)
Hahaha, Katy! I love this, "crinkled and decomposed sweetness." You are a master of descriptives, as well as photography :) xo
DeleteThe Ghost of Hurricane Sandy!
ReplyDeleteYes...and let's hope she stays a ghost. :)
DeleteI hope Henny doesn't get scared seeing this!!
ReplyDeleteIf she does, she can cover her eyes. ;)
DeleteDearest Elizabeth and Queen Henny! teehee
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words today as you came to visit. I trust you are no where near the storm? I hope not my dear. We are well, being in the upper midwest, with sunny skies.
ENJOY YOUR DAY!! Anita
No. Nowhere close (Pacific NW). Although it seems like the whole rest of the family IS. Glad you are not in harm's way, too.
DeleteOoooh, wonderfully creepy! Love the line style and old-fashioned bed and curtain!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Cindy :) She's an old-fashioned kinda girl ;)
DeleteSomething fishy about a bride floating around with no groom in sight. Did she kill him?? She looks like she's saying, "Who, me?"
ReplyDeleteYou are so good at captioning, T. Perfect.
DeleteThis makes me think of Dia de Los Muertos. Beautifully-rendered, L.
ReplyDeleteThank you, S.
DeleteOh so beautifully delicate and haunting. Have just finished reading "Her Fearful Symmetry" by Audrey Niffenegger and your illustration is just how I imagined Elspeth's ghost.
ReplyDeleteThat name does seem to suit her. Thanks, Claire!
DeleteDefinitely not taking this Bed & Breakfast.
ReplyDeleteYes...would probably be hard to get any sleep ;)
DeleteBeautiful!!! AND terrifying!! .......What a fantastic combo, I love it!! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, James!
DeleteOoooh! I think I'm going to have nightmares from this lady!
ReplyDelete*Perfect* for this week's prompt!
Thanks, Mit! Love your green monster :)
DeleteYe gads, woman! You expect me to close my eyes tonight????? Eerie and dang scary. But oooh, where can I get that lovely window treatment!
ReplyDeleteShe's all part of the decor... don't you think? Thanks for stopping by, Bella!
DeleteI love a nice pen and ink! Creepy good!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mary Lou. Pen and ink is fun!
DeleteHer role of Bride is eternal but that china doll complexion is not!
ReplyDeleteFloaty ghosts are almost as chilling as empty beds.
Great, sparse illustration!
Thanks, Jeff! I think floaty ghosts are the only way to go when it comes to that haunting feeling ;)
DeleteCreepy!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dawn :)
DeleteA scary and haunting image, but it almost seems as if the bride is a bit scared herself? I like the simplicity of the drawing. So few elements, but still speaking volumes. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteI very much like and appreciate your observations :) Thanks!
DeleteVery Edward Gorey-esque, with a hint of Tim Burton...just my cup of tea. May we have seconds?
ReplyDeleteBest compliment, ever :) ...I'll get right on it.
Deleteman its scared me out lol. u r so talented btw! want to follow each other? :)
ReplyDeleteSure. Done. Thanks!
DeleteOh how I love this rendering! AND I AM HAPPY that you are DOING what you would do if you were not afraid! SO AM I...it is starting to happen, the process of going out there and just doing the bloody thing without any concerns if I am ever successful. Success is measured in the steps we take and God knows, we are doing that! HAVE A BLAST! Anita
ReplyDeleteYou SO get it, Anita! Keep on keepin' on! xo
DeleteClassic, ERS, and you will note the bed is smooth and empty. I wouldn't go to bed with her around either. Nice.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, A. Me neither ;)
DeleteVery scary! You have inspired me to look for a haunted house movie. I love the classic ones...and your drawing is classic:)
ReplyDeleteI love the feel of this, sent a little shiver through my spine!
ReplyDeleteDi
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Creepy and gorgeous. I love it.
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