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@minamorrigu.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 9:11 PM

Drawlloween Day 3 - Werewolf 🌕

Very much inspired by Clive Barker’s Undying ❣️
#art #gothichorror #markers

@novelicious.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 5:02 PM

The face opens its eyes before he finishes painting them.

Hear the opening of Grandfather's Pigments, digitally narrated: leodilux.com/listen

#audiobook #gothichorror #horrorbooks

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 4:57 PM

#FantasyFridayAI #FridayFae #facefridai
The Hollow Host
A pale host waits inside the heart of an ancient tree
#HollowTree #DarkFantasy #GothicHorror #HauntedForest
#AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A close-up fantasy portrait shows a pale, otherworldly female creature leaning against a dark, wet surface while several narrow streams of water pour vertically across the foreground. Her face fills the center of the image, partially obscured by the falling water. She has large, intense hazel-green eyes surrounded by smeared blue-green markings that extend across her eyelids and downward over her cheeks like weathered pigment. Her pale skin is mottled with gray, green, and earthy stains, giving her an ancient, elemental appearance. Tangled dark hair clings wetly around her face and is intertwined with rough, branchlike growths, mossy textures, and organic debris. One shoulder in the lower left appears slick and textured like wet stone, bark, or algae-covered skin. Behind her head on the right is a large pointed, finlike ear with muted reddish tones inside. Water beads and splashes across her skin and the surrounding surfaces. The background is softly blurred in cool gray-green tones, keeping attention on her penetrating gaze and the shimmering curtains of water.
Keywords: water fae, fantasy creature, elemental, wet hair, textured skin, pointed ear, falling water, close-up portrait, blue green, dark fantasy
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 3:35 PM

#SpooHueTober26 - Hollow Tree - host
The Hollow Host
A pale host, inviting you to step across the threshold.
#HollowTree #DarkFantasy #GothicHorror #HauntedForest #AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A tall, eerie figure stands within a deep hollow formed between the massive trunks of an ancient tree. The enormous tree dominates nearly the entire image, its deeply furrowed gray-brown bark twisting upward and outward like the walls of a natural cathedral. At the center, the hollow opens into almost complete darkness. A pale, bald man emerges from that black opening, facing directly toward the viewer. Wisps of thin white hair spread from the sides of his head, framing a gaunt face with sunken dark eyes and an unsettling, restrained smile. He wears a long, weathered black and gray coat over an old-fashioned high-collared shirt and loosely gathered cravat. His left arm reaches outward, palm open, in a gesture that resembles an invitation to enter. Behind him, a small cluster of slender candles burns with warm orange flames, revealing hints of a table and chairs inside the otherwise black interior. Fallen brown and orange leaves scatter across the damp earth at his feet. The subdued natural light on the tree contrasts sharply with the darkness of the hollow, making the waiting figure feel like a host standing at the entrance to a hidden place.
Keywords:
hollow tree, eerie host, ancient tree, gothic figure, haunted forest, candlelight, dark entrance, pale figure, autumn leaves, horror portrait
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 3:19 PM

#WRB26 - The Herald
The Last Trumpet
A ruined herald plays one final note beneath the broken arches.
#DarkFantasy #GothicHorror #MacabreArt #DarkSurrealism
#AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

$A tall, skeletal figure stands centered in the remains of a vast ruined stone structure, playing an old brass trumpet. The figure wears a long, heavily weathered black coat with ornate trim, shredded hems, layered straps, and decaying fabric hanging from the shoulders and sleeves. Its pale, corpse-like face is partially hidden beneath an enormous angular black hat whose torn points stretch dramatically to either side. Thin strands of dark hair rise behind the hat. Bony hands hold the trumpet to its mouth, with the wide, tarnished bell aimed slightly toward the viewer. Behind the figure, massive broken arches curve overhead, framing a pale gray sky and distant mist. Open doorways and fractured architectural details disappear into deep shadow on both sides. Dust, rubble, damp stone, and drifting haze cover the ground and background. The nearly monochromatic palette of charcoal, gray, and tarnished metal gives the scene the appearance of a bleak Gothic portrait discovered in the ruins of a forgotten cathedral. Keywords: gothic herald, skeletal musician, trumpet, ruined cathedral, dark fantasy, decayed clothing, broken arches, monochrome, gothic architecture, macabre portrait AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.$

@areolamay.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 2:18 PM

2015: Crimson Peak: #guillermodeltorro #tomhiddleston #truegothichorror #slowburn #totallyworthit #crimsompeak #horrormovies #gothichorror
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crimson...

@northstarfigs.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 1:52 PM

The Silver Bayonet: Venice is available to order now: shorturl.at/Q3ru0
#northstarfigs #silverbayonet #thesilverbayonet #ospreygames #gothichorror #wargaming

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 6:32 AM

#promptober2026
Bride of the Storm
A skeletal bride crawls from the mud beneath a shattered sky, her wedding veil blazing white in the lightning.
#UndeadBride #GothicHorror #DarkFantasy #StormArt #AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A dramatic vertical horror illustration depicts an undead bride crawling forward on skeletal hands during a violent nighttime thunderstorm. She dominates the center of the image, emerging from beneath a massive, dirt-stained white wedding gown that spreads across the muddy ground. Her exposed skull has deep black cavities and intensely glowing red eyes. Wisps of pale blond hair hang around her face beneath an ornate silver tiara decorated with large red gemstones and curling metalwork. A translucent white bridal veil rises behind her head in ragged, windblown folds before streaming far to the right. Her thin skeletal arms extend from torn sleeves, ending in long bony fingers pressed into the wet earth. A dark rectangular structure resembling a doorway or grave entrance towers directly behind her. Heavy rain streaks diagonally across the entire scene while enormous white-blue lightning bolts split the dark sky on both sides and above the bride. Mud, grime, and dark reddish stains mark the lower portion of her gown. Across the foreground, vivid red liquid spreads through the black mud in branching pools and rivulets, creating a stark contrast with the cold white dress and electric blue storm light.
Keywords: undead bride, skeleton, wedding gown, veil, tiara, red eyes, lightning, thunderstorm, mud, gothic horror, dark fantasy, blood
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 6:12 AM

#OCTtrash26 - Black Lace
The Widow in the Broken Mirror
She waits beside a reflection that no longer belongs to her.
#GothicHorror #DarkBride #BrokenMirror #BlackAndWhiteArt #HauntedPortrait #AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

$A haunting black-and-white portrait shows a ghostly woman standing beside a tall, antique wall mirror in a decaying interior. She occupies the right half of the image, dressed entirely in black, with a high-necked lace gown and a long, ragged veil falling over her dark hair, shoulders, and arms. Her pale face is severely damaged or decayed along one side, with torn, textured skin surrounding an unnaturally bright white eye. Her other eye is similarly pale and vacant, giving her an eerie, lifeless stare directed toward the viewer. One hand hangs at her side while the other rests across her waist. To the left, an ornate rectangular mirror hangs against a rough, crumbling brick and plaster wall. Much of the mirror glass is shattered, leaving a large jagged opening through its center and branching cracks across the remaining surface. Within the cloudy reflection, a dark, indistinct humanlike silhouette appears behind the woman, its form blurred and shadowy. The distant hallway on the right fades softly out of focus. Stark monochrome tones, distressed textures, lace, fractured glass, and the unexplained reflected figure create the atmosphere of an old Gothic ghost photograph. Keywords: gothic horror, ghost bride, broken mirror, black lace, veil, haunted reflection, decayed interior, monochrome, spectral figure, Victorian gothic AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.$

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 5:54 AM

#OctoJedAi26
Crimson Offering
A toast that feels more like an invitation than a celebration.
#GothicHorror #VampireArt #DarkPortrait #Crimson #HorrorArt #AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A vertically framed gothic portrait shows a pale young woman standing inside a worn, dimly lit room. She occupies the right half of the image, dressed in a richly textured dark crimson velvet garment with a high collar and long sleeves. Her face is painted nearly white, sharply contrasting with tousled black hair loosely gathered behind her head. Heavy black and reddish eye makeup surrounds her visible blue-gray eye, while her lips are painted a muted dark plum. She stares directly toward the viewer with an intense, controlled expression. Her right arm extends forward, bringing a clear stemmed wine glass close to the camera. Thick dark red liquid coats the inside of the glass in irregular streaks and drips, with a small amount pooled at the bottom. The glass partially obscures one of her eyes, making it the dominant foreground object. Behind her hangs a large, dark, distressed mirror reflecting vague shapes and warm points of light. The shallow depth of field keeps the woman and glass prominent while the aged interior fades softly behind them.
Keywords: gothic, vampire, crimson velvet, wine glass, pale makeup, dark portrait, blood-streaked glass, black hair, distressed mirror, horror
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 5:10 AM

#obsidianmothoct26 - The Woman in the Window
She waits behind rain-streaked glass, while a silent crowd gathers in the darkness beyond.
#WomanInTheWindow #GothicHorror #HauntedHouse #DarkArt #AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A haunting, vertically framed scene shows a pale young woman standing behind the old multi-pane window of a weathered brick building. Her long, wet blond hair hangs loosely across her face, partially obscuring her eyes and cheeks. She wears a loose white dress that is heavily stained with gray and black grime, giving her an eerie, ghostlike appearance. Both hands press against the rain-covered glass at chest height, her fingers spread as though she is trapped inside or silently asking to be released. The window frame is dark, chipped, and deteriorating, surrounded by rough bricks mottled with black, brown, and reddish tones. Water streaks down the glass and exterior walls. Through the pane behind her right shoulder, a dense group of shadowy human figures can be seen standing together farther inside the building. Their blurred faces and old-fashioned clothing make them resemble a crowd of ghosts watching from the darkness. The image is dominated by cold gray-blue tones, wet textures, decaying masonry, and subdued natural light.
Keywords: ghost woman, old window, rain, white dress, haunted building, brick wall, spectral crowd, wet glass, gothic horror, abandoned interior, dark atmosphere
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.

@reinaesrios.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 3:17 AM

I had a lot of fun with the lighting for this one!
But here goes day 2 for GPosetober!

Gothic Horror

#Day2Gposetober #xiv #gpose #gothichorror #wol #miqote

@newgirldark.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 2:05 AM

The spider waits in silence
Silver threads cross the broken glass
Night catches its prey
#Halloween #DarkHaiku #GothicHorror #DarkPoetry #SpiderWeb

@newgirldark.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 2:02 AM

Red moon above the trees
Something whispers from the fog
Do not turn around
#Halloween #DarkHaiku #HorrorPoetry #GothicHorror #DarkAesthetic

@mikemizov.bsky.social Oct 2, 2026, 7:37 PM

Here’s a little behind-the-scenes look at The Last Heir of Bradbury Manor.

I drew this floor plan while I was working on the book so I could keep the layout of the manor straight as scenes moved from room to room.

#GothicFiction #GothicHorror #Bookstagram #HorrorBookstagram

Here’s a little behind-the-scenes look at The Last Heir of Bradbury Manor.

I drew this floor plan while I was working on the book so I could keep the layout of the manor straight as scenes moved from room to room. It helped me keep track of the family spaces, guest rooms, servant areas, and all the different levels of the house as the story developed.

It’s definitely a working sketch rather than anything polished, but this is pretty close to the version of Bradbury Manor I had in my head while writing.

If I have any professional drafters who also happen to love the book, feel free to pretty it up 😂

Oh, and pardon my atrocious handwriting

#TheLastHeirOfBradburyManor #BradburyManor #BehindTheScenes #WritingProcess #AuthorLife #GothicFiction #GothicHorror #Bookstagram #HorrorBookstagram

@csterrellart.bsky.social Oct 2, 2026, 5:51 PM

Edgar Allan Poe #csterrellart, #darkart, #denverartist, #veganartist, #toritheghost, #ArtShare, #TraditionalArt, #FineArt, #Portraiture, #ConceptArt, #CharacterDesign, #VisualDevelopment, #DarkAesthetic, #GraphicNovel, #Portrait, #GothicHorror, #EdgarAllanPoe, #Halloween, #Horror, #Charcoal

Stark charcoal and pen portrait of Edgar Allan Poe.

@sliceofscifi.com Oct 2, 2026, 1:42 PM

Slice of SciFi 1184: 2026 International Edgar Allan Poe Festival

Poe Baltimore director Enrica Jang on this year's featured events, despite construction.

The Vincent Price documentary will have its world premiere Oct 2nd #ClassicHorror #GothicHorror #Mysteries
www.sliceofscifi.com/2026/09/19/s...

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 2, 2026, 5:02 AM

#SpooHueTober26 - Haunted Inn
The Key Keeper
She has been waiting behind the desk longer than anyone remembers.
#GothicHorror #HauntedInn #DarkFantasy #CreepyPortrait
#AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A vertical gothic horror illustration shows a pale, unsettling woman standing behind the reception desk of a decaying old building. She faces directly forward, centered in the composition, with enormous gray-blue eyes surrounded by deep black shadows. Her thin mouth turns downward beneath a small pointed nose, giving her face a doll-like, corpse-pale appearance. Wild gray and black hair rises into an exaggerated tangled mass above her head. She wears a worn black Victorian-style dress with a high collar, broad shoulders, dark bow, and faded buttons. One skeletal-looking hand rests on the wooden counter. To the left sits a large tarnished brass service bell, while candles burn at both ends of the desk. Above her, an oversized antique key hangs ominously from the ceiling. A broad wooden staircase climbs into darkness behind her, and a dim doorway reveals shadowy figures deeper inside the building. Cracked plaster, aged wood, cobweb-like scratches, grime, and muted brown, gray, and black tones make the interior feel abandoned and deeply haunted.
Keywords: gothic horror, haunted interior, pale woman, antique key, reception desk, staircase, service bell, candles, Victorian clothing, decayed building, dark fantasy, eerie portrait
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.

@a5roseb.bsky.social Oct 2, 2026, 4:23 AM

#OCTtrash26 - Gothic Manor
The House Beyond the Gates
A single warm window suggesting the house may not be as abandoned as it appears.
#GothicManor #HauntedHouse #DarkGothic #HorrorArt #GothicHorror #AIart #AIchallenge #aiartcommunity #aiartist #GenAI #GenerativeArt #SynthArt #BuilderofNightmares

A vertical Gothic horror artwork depicts an enormous, decaying Victorian manor looming beyond a pair of partially open wrought-iron gates. Two massive, weather-stained stone pillars frame the entrance in the foreground. The gates sag inward at uneven angles, their ornate scrollwork and spear-like points dark with rust and streaked with deep reddish-brown stains. A wet, nearly black road begins at the bottom center and leads through the opening toward the mansion, reflecting gray light in long, rough brushstrokes. The manor fills the middle distance with steep roofs, elaborate carved woodwork, narrow windows, multiple gables, and tall pointed towers. Thick black vegetation crawls over the central tower and surrounding walls. Near the top, one small window glows with warm amber light, standing out sharply against the otherwise dark structure. Bare, twisted trees reach inward from both sides, their thin branches spreading across a pale gray sky. Mist obscures portions of the lower house and distant architecture, while black, gray, brown, and muted red tones give the scene the appearance of a weathered Gothic painting.
Keywords:
Gothic manor, haunted house, iron gates, Victorian architecture, bare trees, mist, glowing window, dark landscape, decaying mansion, Gothic horror
AI-generated; use is permitted for non-commercial creative projects. MidJourney, FLUX.1-schnell model via Perchance, Artspace.ai, REVE, Echoform™.