31 Frighteningly Fabulous Halloween Illustrations for October
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We’ve been ready for the spooky season for MONTHS! Finally, we can share with you these phantastic Halloween illustrations by our talented members!
Witches
Not all of them are Shrek-coloured.
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We’re starting off with a glad greeting! This adorable little ghost and his big sister witch by Michelle Hazelwood Hyde are wishing you a Happy Halloween!
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Witchy powers, you say? This magical little lady by Leah Trumble can levitate things!
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With bats creating shadows against the full moon, this found family of a witch, a tiny werewolf, and some mice by Carles Arbat (represented by mbartists) are carving a jack-o-lantern together!
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Picking a Halloween costume can be stressful, but this little lady by Mary Hall is sticking with a classic witch attire!
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A witch’s familiar is more than a pet. That’s why for this one by Beth Hughes, her cat familiar is with her even as a ghost!
🧙♀️🧙♀️🧙♀️
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Wrestling a jack-o-lantern? Nope, this witch by Wayne Oram is just trying to get away from the spider that she squished herHalloween Pumpkin!
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We’re loving the vibrant-coloured socks of this witch by Melanie Mikecz - it really complements her pastel teal complexion!
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Izzy Bean illustrated a typical Halloween scene - a bunch of witches making potions in cauldrons!
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These newbie witchies by Lauren Staser, on the other hand, have just started their potions studies!
Black Cats
Fur as dark as a moonless night, the Middle Ages really did these kitties dirty with the unfair superstition. They just want food and cuddles, really!
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Contrary to common belief, black cats aren’t unlucky. Some of them, like this one by Justyna Kotra, just want to have Halloween tea with their kitty bestie.
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Kat Sokolova proves that black kitties are absolutely drawn to jack-o-lanterns. Do they like the creepy smiles?
Monsters
Some are cuddly, some are cursed. You’ll know which one if you talk to them first.
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Who knew monsters could also be scared? This fluffy yellow creature by Martín Morón (represented by mbartists) finds this little witch’s campfire tale really creepy!
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A ghost, a pumpkinhead, and a zombie roast marshmallow over a fire… What do you think happens after this cozy Halloween scene by Kim Gatto (represented by Cornell & Company)?
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Some people take dressing up for Halloween to the next level. This mummy by Iris Atakoyuncu (represented by WendyLynn & Co) is sending kids running with its frightening outfit!
Ghosts, Vampires, and Other Freaky Things
Halloween can bring out all the weird and unusual things…
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This cute ghost by Jessi Ruiz may have already decided on a costume - a pumpkin mask!
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Boring ghosts? Not this bunch by Sudesna Samanta - they're iridescent! 👻
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Yikes, these newborn vampires by Victor Medina (represented by Good Illustration) are hiding out at the cemetery!
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Speaking about spooky, the Grim Reaper, perfectly captured here by Hugo Cuellar, is another Halloween costume favourite.
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Is it… blood, guts, and brains??? 😱 Nope, these kids by Christiane Engel (represented by Good Illustration) are just making cranberry compote. You can relax now.
Halloween Trick or Treat
Dress up. Knock on doors. Get candy. Repeat.
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This kid by Victoria Mikki has chosen a classic costume - a Frankenstein's monster suit!
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What’s the spookiest experience you’ve had while trick or treating? These kids by Joy Dabby aren’t sure whether or not there’s a living person underneath that white sheet…
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Wow, a flying vampire! What a phantastic costume by this kid by Alessia Girasole (represented by mbartists)... or is it even a costume? 🤔😨
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This bunch by Sean O'Neill are doing a holiday mashup - singing spooky songs carol-style while trick or treating! They swear this tactic gets them more high-quality candy.
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These trick or treaters by Denise Damanti (represented by mbartists) are being chased by a shadow monster!! 😱😱😱😱
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Do you pool your trick or treat sweets together? This group of friends by Gisele Murias (represented by Good Illustration) are sharing their candy!
Halloween Party
Bobbing for apples or a cozy mystery game with a paranormal twist - what is your ideal Halloween party activity?
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What are you going to wear for a Halloween party? These girlies by Dorota Rewerenda are going for feline-themed coordinated outfits!
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Well, this house by Kate Daubney really took decorating for Halloween seriously!
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At Jan Dolby’s Halloween bash, there definitely will be dancing!
Halloween Posters and Patterns
Set the spooky mood with these fun Halloween graphics!
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Here is Nathan Cunliffe’s spooky greetings for the adults this All Hallows Eve!
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Kristin Abbott-MacLaren invites everyone to shake it up and have a good time this Halloween!
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As the Halloween moon sets and a new day dawns, another celebration begins! November 1st to 2nd is Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead! Here’s a fantastic poster by Shawn Finley.