Happy to say that my Cabinets of Curiosities at Closet Collectibles were restocked during my art drop yesterday. Some items are making their debut at the shop for the first time and the rest are familiar pieces being restocked.
I added… 👩🏻🌾🪓 “I’m Not Staying On This Farm” 8.5×11″ and 5×7″ Giclee Prints 🤠🔪 “Chop Driftwood” 8×10″ Canvas Print 🚫🤖 Anti AI Art Sticker Packs
I restocked.. 😎💖 Totally 80s Sticker Pack sets that were sold out 😱🔪 The “Exorcist Was On” 8×10″ Canvas Print that was stolen 😔
Go shop small! Support a local business and an artist at the same time! 🛍👩🏻🎨✨️
As always, my art collectors who choose to shop my work at Closet Collectibles vs online receive discounted in-store pricing** so be sure to go check everything out, stock up, share this post, and don’t forget to tell Chris and the gang that Living Dead Girl Nicole sent ya!
When I first watched Ti West‘s slasher film X, I was blown away by Mia Goth‘s dual performance as both Maxine and Pearl. I was so impressed that when the prequel, Pearl’s “X-traordinary Origin Story,” was released, I had to watch it immediately. That was when I realized that Pearl had permanently axed her way into my creepy little heart and was immediately added to my Art Bucket List!
What can I say? I admire a woman who does not take no for an answer, especially when she is fighting for her dreams. And on a more personal note, I also understand what it feels like to be young, sensitive girl who feels stuck and cut off from the world, while living under the control of a guardian who cannot see or appreciate your aspirations. That kind of confinement leaves you quietly yearning for escape, because deep down you know you were meant for something more.
And it was not just Mia’s extraordinary performances that made me love the X Trilogy, including MaXXXine. It was the way Ti West threads the characters through the three films in such creative and unexpected ways that I find absolutely brilliant. He does not simply tell a story. He visually represents each film’s respective time period beautifully, builds an entire ecosystem of themes (who else caught the Wizard of Oz references in Pearl ?) and symbols that echo from one film to the next. The overlapping identities, the mirrored moments, the way ambition and darkness ripple through each character feels both relatable and unsettling in the most fascinating way.
This piece, which I call “I’m Not Staying On This Farm,” was created in pencil and chalk pastels and is my own small tribute to that messy and magnetic desire to become more than what the world expects. It also echoes the quiet heartbreak that runs throughout the trilogy, the way a person will do anything to reach their aspirations, the unraveling from rejection, and the emotional erosion that takes over you as you start to believe you are settling for “a life you do not deserve”.
For my art collectors who wouldn’t pass up the opportunity to feed a few folks to Theda, I have made-to-order* prints and wearable art t-shirts listed in my Etsy shop. Apply coupon code IMASTAR at check out and get 10% chomped off your order! 🐊
These items are also be available for purchase in my Latchet shop for those who prefer to use that platform to make your online purchase.
Giclee and canvas prints are currently in production for my art collectors to see in person and purchase at a discounted price* at Closet Collectibles (in Crete, IL.) when I do my next art drop!
While I continue to ride this rollercoaster that is this nightmare of a job market, one thing holds true. My LinkedIn network has pulled through for me time and time again since being laid off. Wither its buying my art that has helped me financially, reposting/spreading the word about my creations and job search on their profiles, commenting words of encouragement, reacting to my silly Muppet gifs, or sharing opportunities with me, I am honestly so incredibly grateful to all of the connections I have made on there.
Which leads me to Dominique Sahms the Founder and Curator of Artflow Alliance. As an artist herself, Dominique created Artflow Alliance to be a collaborative artist network that connects creatives worldwide. Through curated exhibitions, open calls, and artist spotlights, she helps support artists in expanding their reach, building community, and sustaining their practices.
With that being said, Dominique reached out to me about my work, asking if she can feature some of my pieces in her next Virtual Art Exhibition: Haunted Histories, and I am so honored to be a part of it.
This exhibition theme focuses on: 🕯️Stepping into the shadows of memory 🏚️ Abandoned places and ghost towns 🪶 Cultural myths, folklore, and oral traditions 👪 Family lineage and ancestral echoes 📜 Historical events and overlooked narratives ☠️ The concept of history itself as a haunting force
The exhibition runs from Halloween, October 31st – December 31st, 2025 and the great thing is you don’t even have to leave your home or travel to view and support the artists who are participating in it. Everything can be viewed online via a free, interactive 3D art gallery. Allowing more artists and art collectors from around the globe to participate.
So starting TOMORROW, be sure to visit the exhibition link so you can freely scroll the virtual walls showcasing all the hauntingly beautiful art that is being featured, including my “Maybe Today Satan” and “Nothing Is Trivial” split-face portraits.
While there be sure to leave a ❤️ on the virtual display of my art pieces to show them some love and let me know you visited, and like always sharing this post to help spread the word for us artists would mean the world to us. Especially in this day and age where AI art is in the spotlight. Lets keep reminding the world where the true talent lies.. in human art.
And to celebrate, any of my art collectors who visit the virtual exhibition and then shop my Etsy Shop afterwards can use discount code HAUNTEDHISTORIES to receive 13% slashed off their order at check out!*
And if you are new here, be sure to check out the Creature Features page of my portfolio website. There you can find this exhibit as well as some of the other fun and unique places my art has been featured over the years.
Want to showcase my work in your next virtual gallery exhibition? Let’s connect and chat!
Stay Strange & Magical, ✨ LDG Nicole
*Discount does not include made-to-order, fundraiser, or clearance/sales items. Offer begins October 31, 2025 and expires EOD December 31, 2025.
Your likeness deserves more than an algorithm, and your walls deserve more than pixels. AI bots and computer programs can’t capture your soul’s spark… but guess what? I can! ⚡️✨
🚪 The doors for a new employment opportunity have yet to open up for me, so I have decided to open up my own tomb doors for portrait commissions! That’s right! Reserve your spot now for a hand-drawn black and white 8″x10″ portrait. First come, first serve. Contact me directly for pricing and details! ⚰️✨
🧠 Reminders: The magic of real human art doesn’t happen instantly on an app. If you need a portrait for an event or gift, plan ahead to allow time for the creative process (+ shipping delays) so your custom artwork arrives to you on time. Also, clear close-up images are a must to get the most soulful and realistic portrait possible. Like all of my custom orders, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to ensure the client is committed before any work begins. 👩🏻🎨✨
