Halloween

Boo! Autumn has arrived, the season of transition! From warm to cold, ice cream to hot chocolate, bikinis to fuzzy socks, and coconut summer scents to pumpkin spice candles. As October 31st approaches, we can't help but indulge in our favorite traditional Halloween festivities! 

First off, how about some pumpkin carving? Creating Jack-O'-Lanterns is the perfect way to let your inner artist blossom! Whether you choose to design a traditional scary grimace or your own unique visuals, you will have created an artwork nonetheless! Now, grab your tools and begin sculpting your very own Halloween-inspired masterpiece. 

In search of costume ideas? Look no further! The artworld is an endless source of inspiration for this magical night. For instance, Piet Mondrian's geometric shapes make for a simple, last-minute costume. Perhaps Picasso's cubist self-portrait is of more interest to you. If you wish to experiment with makeup, paint yourself into a Roy Lichtenstein pop art character. For comfort and simplicity, be Yayoi Kusama's pumpkin. 

Who can resist ghost tales? It's no secret that many of the greatest artists have had complicated lives. Not only do their stories live on through their artworks, but with the retelling of their memoirs as well. Take Edvard Munch, whose childhood was filled with tragedy after losing several family members due to mental illness and early death. Munch channeled his grief into his work, creating masterpieces like The Scream from the trauma. 

Lastly, transform your home into a haunted house. Surprise your trick-or-treaters and reimagine your home with some new decor! Consider including these Halloween icons: bats, wolves, black cats, vampires, witches, monsters, pumpkins, skeletons, ghosts, and candy. Not your style? Try following major themes instead: magical and playful, or dark and eerie! 

Artsper is here to cure your sweet tooth with artworks from this Halloween-Inspired theme!