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Access Is Now Open To Living Dead Girl Nicole’s Exclusive Cool Hand Frank Interview Feature

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Frank Schieber contacted me to let me know that everyone now has FREE access to my exclusive artist interview on the Cool Hand Frank platform! So if you were not able to sign up to access it when it went live last May or if you didn’t get a chance to read it when it was temporarily free during spooky season, then nows your chance to give it a gander on the official Artist Interviews section of their website.

From my original May 27, 2025 post: “Not only was it an insightful and energizing conversation, but I’m also thrilled to be the very first artist spotlighted in their brand new interview series. We had a blast diving into the inspiration behind my branding and artistic pseudonym, how Midwest horror, pop culture, and the local rock scene have shaped my work, my evolution through different artistic mediums, and which iconic figures living and dead I dream of gifting my art to. I also share some fun facts that might surprise my collectors, how the Soska Sisters pulled me out of an artistic funk, and even reveal my go-to beverage for keeping the creative blood flowing.” Read it here now!

Stay Strange, & Magical,
LDG Nicole

“Reflections In Green” Kermit Painting Officially Added To The Global Roots Mural Mosaic Layout

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I am excited to share that my “Reflections In Green” hand painted canvas tile of Kermit The Frog has been officially added to the America Connects – Nature’s Reflection mural layout as tile number 1527!

Once the layout is complete the artists who contributed their work will receive notification of when and where the mural will be installed in the spring! So stay tuned!

Missed the announcement about my submission? Read all about it here:

Reflections In Green – Living Dead Girl Nicole’s Mural Mosaic Global Roots Submission

And for my fellow lovers and dreamers who feel a rainbow connection to this piece, there are made-to-order* 8″ x 8″ canvas prints and t-shirts available in my Etsy shop! I also have one 8″x 8″ canvas print currently available to see and purchase in-person at a discounted price* in my Cabinets of Curiosities at Closet Collectibles (in Crete, IL.). This allows my art collectors to not only own a piece of artistic history but to also give them a unique way to join forces with me in honoring Jim Henson’s legacy. 👩🏻‍🎨💚🌍✨

Stay Strange & Magical,
LDG Nicole

*Read more about my “never mass produced” creative process and in store discounted art prices here

Zombified Picture Frames Take A Satisfying Bite Out Of 2025 For Artist Living Dead Girl Nicole

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Happy to say that I am ending this year completing yet another commissioned zombified picture frame for a new art collector that discovered my creations on Etsy! 🧟‍♂️🖼🧟‍♀️

This time it was another 8×10″ frame in the decayed blue grey color and the client is very happy with how it came out. When I sent her photos of the finished piece, she responded saying..

“I love it! I can not wait to get it! You are very talented!” – Ashley N.

Which of corpse made my day!

I am also truly grateful, and to be completely honest, I am quite amazed by how many of these I was commissioned to make this year. I have always enjoyed hand sculpting and painting these and they have been such a fun and unique way for my art collectors to showcase their horror con photo op memories, horror icon autographs, Halloween party photos and special gothic wedding memories. They have also been a unique way for businesses to add some spooky flare to their haunted house signs, seasonal restaurant and bar menus as well as office and store displays.

They are always made from brand new 8×10″ or 5×7″ picture frames and may vary based on what frames are available when you order, but like all my work nothing I make is ever exactly the same and this just adds to the concept of it being uniquely made for you. Most of my art collectors have leaned towards having me custom make theirs in the decayed blue grey color, but they can also be made in toxic greens and massacre inspired flesh tones, with the added option to choose from various eye colors. Some have even asked me to make them extra bloody! One collector liked them all so much they couldn’t choose which color zombie flesh they wanted so they had me make one of each!

So if you are interested in handmade horror, be sure to check out the Made To Order Listing in my Etsy shop for more details. You can contact me there directly with questions and/or place your order to have one of these custom frames zombified for you, your business, or as a one-of-a-kind gift for that strange and unusual collector in your life who has everything, but still needs this! 🧟‍♀️🖼🧟‍♂️✨️

New to my work? Be sure to check out the other Undead Decor (and much more) that I have hand crafted and featured on my official portfolio website!

Stay Strange & Magical ✨
LDG Nicole

Staci Layne Wilson Does Feature Write Up on Artist Living Dead Girl Nicole for Women In Horror

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Recently I received a message from the incredibly talented Staci Layne Wilson. Yes, the same Staci Layne Wilson best known for being a powerhouse author, reporter, and filmmaker in the horror and rock genre worlds. Although Staci and I have never met in person, our paths have crossed numerous times over the years through the overlapping of online communities that inspire our work. So hearing from her was not unexpected, but her asking to do a special feature write up about me and my artwork for Women In Horror was quite a lovely surprise.

She asked if I would be open to a Q and A that would help her take a little deep dive into the unique inner world that shapes the wide range of art that I create, and knowing how talented and impactful Staci’s writing is, of corpse I said yes. She took the insights from our interview and transformed them into a write up that I am genuinely excited to share with all of you.

Women In Horror Features Artist Living Dead Girl Nicole

“Nicole Garcia doesn’t just create art, she resurrects it, corpsifies it, and occasionally sticks a dead rat in its mouth for good measure. Known professionally as Living Dead Girl Nicole, this multi-disciplinary artist has carved out her own delightfully twisted niche in the horror art world.” Read more here!

For those not familiar with Staci’s Women In Horror project, here is a snippet from their website to help you become familiar with their mission…

“Your destination for all things fierce, frightening, and female-driven in the genre space. From visionary directors crafting tomorrow’s nightmares to authors penning deliciously dark tales, we’re here to celebrate the women who make horror happen. Dive into our curated selection of films and books that put women at the center of the story—whether they’re wielding the camera, holding the pen, or haunting the frame. Explore exclusive interviews and profiles that shine a spotlight on both legendary icons and rising stars who are reshaping the landscape of horror. Whether you’re hunting for your next spine-chilling read, tracking upcoming releases, or rediscovering classic gems, you’ll find something here to make your skin crawl (in the best possible way). Welcome to the dark side—we’ve been expecting you.”

New to my blog? You can find this article as well as many other fun places that my art work has been featured on the Creature Features section of my portfolio website!

As you know, I am always eager to support my horror family, and it is a true honor to find myself featured alongside so many fierce and visionary women who keep the genre alive and thriving. I am endlessly grateful to Staci for giving my work this incredible spotlight, and to all of you who continue walking with me through this whimsical and macabre world of my creative journey.

Interested in featuring me and/or my artwork in your publication or online platform? Let’s chat!

Stay Strange & Magical ✨
LDG Nicole