Even though we are still in the thick of August my thoughts are happily running toward Halloween. It is truly my favorite time of year, not just for the crisp smell of leaves and wood smoke but for the approach of spirits, goblins, witches and headless horsemen! It's been years since I painted a pumpkin headed man and I thought it was time to do one in a proper Victorian/Edwardian style complete with monocle and plaid vest to give him a distinguished air. I have added him into my Etsy shop Curious Portraits in the form of prints, note cards, coasters, ornaments and brooches as seen below!
Halloween Enthusiasts
As far as I am concerned the week before Halloween is the best of the year! I thought I would celebrate the people in my neighborhood (Manhattan's West Village) who get into the spirit of Halloween as much as I do! The above photo is in my living room, I just love the old ornaments from the 40's and 50's.
These 3 are from Rag & Bones on Christopher St.
My downstairs neighbors
Further up Morton Street...
Jacques Torres chocolates down on Hudson Street
Some spooky votive candle holders my dear friend LJ sent me!
My mantle.
More Ghoulish Halloween Paintings
Here are the latest installment in the 1920's german figure-inspired portraits. A pair of black goblin cats. This time of year is so inspiring to me; the oranges and greens, the spooky images. I just can't get enough of it.
