GIVEAWAY: Art Prints by Twisted Oak Press

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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="350.0"]  'Swathed in Sorrow' by Twisted Oak Press[/caption]

We are pleased to welcome back artist Dean Kuhta of Twisted Oak Press for our August giveaway!  Dean's original art is a delightful blend of horror and fantasy. We are thrilled that he will be awarding 2 gorgeously creepy art prints to one very lucky reader of The Raven & Black Cat!

The Collection Will Include:

1- 'Windowpane' 8x10 Art Print

1 - 'Swathed in Sorrow' 8x10 Art Print

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on August 31, 2013.

 

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Dean Kuhta and Twisted Oak Press are located in Washington, D.C. Their work covers a vast range of genres and styles. View more fabulous artwork below and check out the official website of Twisted Oak Press to admire the full scope of Dean's talent.

Happy Birthday, Edgar Allan Poe!

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Today is 204th Birthday of Edgar Allan Poe!

I love this illustration by Matthew Childers. It was commisioned for the Barter Theatre's production of the one-man show, 'Journey Through The Mind... Edgar Allan Poe.'

Visit...

The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage in New York City

The Poe useum in Richmond, VA

The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site in Philadelphia, P

 

GIVEAWAY: Paige Reynolds Art Prints

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Paige Reynolds creates stunningly creepy art. We are thrilled that they will be awarding a set of art prints to one very lucky reader of The Raven & Black Cat. The set will include 6x6 art prints 'Release'  and 'Cog.' 

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on  December 31, 2012.

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Paige Reynolds Art is located in Toronto, Canada. Check out a few of our favorites below and visit the Paige Reynolds Etsy Shop to see their entire grotesquely gorgeous collection.  

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Happy Thanksgiving from The Raven & Black Cat!

GIVEAWAY: Cat Skull Silhouette Art Print by VignetteNoir

VignetteNoir creates dazzlingly dark art. We are in love with their gorgeous Cat Skull Silhouette painting and are thrilled that they will be awarding an art print to one very lucky reader of The Raven & Black Cat.

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on  October 31, 2012.

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VignetteNoir is located in Philadelphia, PA. Their motto is "the creepier...the better." Check out the VignetteNoir Etsy Shop to see their entire Collection. A few of our favorites are below. 

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="653.0"] Broken Heart/VignetteNoir[/caption]




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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="698.0"] His Master's Voice/VignetteNoir[/caption]




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GIVEAWAY: Fine Silver Zombie Necklace from Miss Fiendish

Miss Fiendish Apparel created this gorgeous fine silver zombie necklace for one very lucky reader of the Raven & Black Cat. We love her dark take on fine jewelry! 

The winner will receive a Fine Silver Zombie Necklace from Miss Fiendish Apparel.

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on September 15, 2012.

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Miss Fiendish Apparel is located in Derbyshire, United Kingdom. An avid horror fan, she seeks to create designs that reflect the darker sides of human nature. We absolutely love her unique style. Check out her entire line by visiting the Miss Fiendish Apparel Etsy Shop. 

GIVEAWAY: SKULLpture Gift Set by Sillycut

Sillycut created this unique SKULLpture Gift Set for one very lucky reader of the Raven & Black Cat. Entitled 'Memento Mori,' this wearable art is a reminder of your mortality meant to inspire you to live each day as if it's your last. These handmade one-of-a-kind pieces of dark art are both beautiful and inspiring.  

The SKULLpture Gift Set Will Include:

1 - SKULLpture Brooch

1 - SKULLpture Ornament

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on August 15, 2012.

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 Sillycut is located in Germany. Each of their 'handmade goodies is spiced with darkness.' With the slogan "Demons are a Girl's Best Friend," they strive to share their unque macabre art with a sense of mystery. Check out their entire collection at the Sillycut Etsy Shop. We love the Pinhead Brooch and Skeleton Key Ornament. More of our favorites below for your viewing pleasure.

Ghost Love Jewelry

 I am swooning over the incredibly unique and dark jewelry designs of Ghost Love Jewelry. The Creature Claws Finger Armor (pictured above) are to-die-for! I think I may need to order a set. They are just too gorgeous not to own. Check out the Ghost Love Jewelry Etsy Shop to see their entire fabulous collection of unusually beautiful jewelry and accessories.

GIVEAWAY: Creepy Collection of Art Prints by Twisted Oak Press

Twisted Oak Press creates original works of art that delve into a world of macabre fantasy. We are thrilled that they will be awarding 3 of their creepiest art prints to one very lucky reader of The Raven & Black Cat!

The Collection Will Include:

1 - 'Swathed in Sorrow' 8x10 Art Print

1 - 'Fireflies On The Road' 8x10 Art Print

1 - 'Cyclopean Peaks' 8x10 Art Print

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on June 30, 2012.

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Twisted Oak Press is located in Washington, D.C. Their work covers a vast range of genres and styles. Get a closer look at the three creepy art prints below and check out the Twisted Oak Press Etsy Shop to admire the full scope of their talents.

The Dark Art of Laurie Lipton

Today we are swooning over the gorgeous work of artist Laurie Lipton. Her charcoal and pencil drawings are both elegant and chilling. We love anything dark, creepy, and Victorian, but Laurie Lipton conjures up truly exquisite macabre imagery. Some of her work is currently being displayed at the Ace Gallery in Los Angeles, CA. A solo show is scheduled for the end of June.  

 Visit Laurie Lipton's Official Website to see all of her to die for artwork.

'Haunted Doll's House' by Laurie Lipton

'Sisters' by Laurie Lipton

Obsessed With Etsy: B L A C K O U T

We were thrilled to receive our email today from Blackout Haunted House regarding their invite-only off-season event. We have been chosen. To celebrate... here is our Blackout inspired Etsy Treasury.

'B L A C K O U T' by RavenBlackCat

A disturbing collection inspired by NYC's Blackout Haunted House.

{GIVEAWAY} Owl Skull Ring from Martha Rotten

 Martha Rotten makes spectacularly creepy jewelry and we are so thrilled that she will be awarding one of her gorgeous creations to one very lucky reader of The Raven & Black Cat.

The winner will receive a gorgeous Owl Skull Ring from Martha Rotten. 

The deadline to enter is 12:00 AM on April 15, 2012.

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Martha Rotten is located in Baltimore, Maryland. All of her pieces are handcrafted using lead-free pewter "to make your living hell a better place." Make sure to visit the Martha Rotten Etsy Shop to see all of her fabulous jewelry and giftware. We are swooning over the 'Owl Skull Ring,' 'Bone Bangles' and 'Doll Arm Pin.'