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“I’m Am The Magics” a Tribute to Willow Rosenberg by Artist Living Dead Girl Nicole

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Earlier this year, I decided to rewatch the entire series of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I hadn’t seen it since high school, back when I was a real-life graduate of the class of ’99, just like the “Scooby Gang.” It was fun revisiting the show for nostalgic reasons, but my main focus was to be engulfed in the “Buffyverse” once again so I could finally check Alyson Hannigan as Willow Rosenberg off my art bucket list.

Willow was always my favorite character on the show. Despite being framed as the sidekick or best friend, I was always drawn to her more than Buffy. Maybe it was our shared 90’s fashion sense, her ability to research every monster-fighting scenario Buffy was faced with, or watching her grow into her powers, but I always saw her as the true emotional core of the series and the character I related to most. She always felt less like a fictional character and more like someone I would want to genuinely hang out with.

I really wanted to encapsulate Willow’s character growth from the beginning to the end of the series. An artistic reminder that we all have the battle of good and evil inside of us and that it is ultimately up to us to choose which path we take. With that in mind, I knew this had to be one of my signature split face portraits. One half representing the sweet, quirky and shy Willow, with the other side reflecting cold, broken hearted, “I’m the Slayer now” lethal Dark Willow. A part in the series that even though she becomes consumed by her overuse of power, she finally finds the courage to express so much of what Willow fans had always wanted her to say out loud, unfortunately pushing her toward nearly destroying the world with dark forces.

In the end, however, she recognizes the darkness she is heading toward and learns to control her powers. By doing so, she evolves into her true strength as a white witch, bringing light back into the world by activating all potential Slayers and saving humanity. The underdog ultimately becoming the true hero of the series in the show’s finale.

A storyline worth picking up the drawing pencils for, I completed the piece last week and am excited to share it with my art collectors. Done in pencil and chalk pastels, I call it “I Am The Magics”….

For my art collectors who never underestimate the “side-kick”, “I have made-to-order* prints and wearable art t-shirts listed in my Etsy shop. Apply coupon code BUCKLEUPRUPERT to manifest a spell that will magically take 10% off your order! ✨

Giclee and canvas prints are currently in production with my printer for my art collectors to see in person and purchase at a discounted price* at Closet Collectibles (in Crete, IL.) as well as at the upcoming Unruly Art Market on May 31st.

New to my work? Be sure to check out the other portraits I have masterminded on the Spitting Image page of my portfolio website!

Stay Strange & Magical ✨
LDG Nicole

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

Positivity Takes Flight with Citrine Skullerfly Creation by Living Dead Girl Nicole

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When it comes to all the natural crystals and gemstones this world has gifted us, citrine has a joyful energy all its own. Known as the stone of positivity, citrine radiates bright, sun-kissed light that’s perfect for uplifting any space while also lifting your spirit. I’ve always been drawn to citrine and love how its warm hues and powerful metaphysical energy help keep my mindset positive and my intentions clear. With its golden glow, you can’t help but look at it and feel a burst of energy and light that makes you excited and ready to manifest your best intentions.

With that being said, there is an abundance of joy and empowering intentions in this special new piece I have handcrafted and added to my Spellbinding Collection. If you are looking to attract a positive mindset, balance your solar plexus chakra, and bring some warmth into any space, then my latest creation will provide the energy you’ve been needing and craving in your life.

As with all of my Spiritual Skullerfly Ornamental Crystal Wreaths, this one also has a rosary of the crystal that inspired it and a clear crystal quartz to amplify its positive energy. As you may have already noticed from the photo above, this piece in particular has a bonus raw citrine crystal hanging from it as well. It has been blessed with incense, charged by last night’s Flower Full Moon, and is adorned in real twigs that were hand picked and dipped in glitter to represent the magical properties of nature. This handmade creation is perfect for hanging in your living room, hallway, or any space where you want to invite joy, lift the mood, and create a warm, positive atmosphere.

Each one of these pieces are one-of-a-kind and marked as limited edition because I only make one of these for each specific type of crystal that inspires me. This allows the piece to be extra special and reach the person the universe feels it was intended for.

For those who are interested, this special piece can be purchased in my Etsy Shop or at a discounted price* at Closet Collectibles in Crete, IL.

Want to see more of my magical creations? Visit the Spellbinding page of my official portfolio site and leave a comment on this post with the names of your favorite crystals. By doing so, you might just manifest my next creation!

Stay Strange & Magical,
LDG Nicole

*Read more about my in store discounted art prices here

Invoke Your Intuition with Amethyst Skullerfly Creation by Living Dead Girl Nicole

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When it comes to all the natural crystals and gemstones this world has gifted us, amethyst will always hold a special place in my heart. Not only do I obviously love the color purple, but amethyst is also my birthstone and I love the powerful, metaphysical properties and energy it provides to keep me divinely guided.

With that being said, there is a lot of extra loving intentions in this special new piece I have handcrafted and added to my Spellbinding Collection. If you are looking to be connected to your higher self, seek divine guidance and wisdom, want to tap into your intuition, and balance your crown and third eye chakras, then my latest creation may be just what you have been manifesting.

Amethyst Crystal Skull Ornament by Living Dead Girl Nicole

As with all of my Spiritual Skullerfly Ornamental Crystal Wreaths, this one also has a rosary of the crystal that inspired it and a clear crystal quartz to amplify its positive energy. As you may have already noticed from the photo above, this piece in particular has a bonus amethyst raw crystal hanging from it as well. It has been blessed with incense, charged by the Buck Full Moon, and it’s twigs were hand picked and dipped in glitter to represent the magical properties of nature. Perfect for hanging in your meditation or zen space to help open your mind to spiritual awareness and enlightenment.

Each one of these pieces are one-of-a-kind and marked as limited edition because I only make one of these for each specific type of crystal that inspires me. This allows the piece to be extra special and reach the person it was intended for. For those who are interested, it can be purchased in my Etsy Shop or at a discounted price* at Closet Collectibles in Crete, IL.

Want to see more of my magical creations? Visit the Spellbinding page of my official portfolio site and leave me a comment on this post with the names of your favorite crystals.. you may just help me manifest my next creation!

Stay Spooky & Magical,
LDG Nicole

*Read more about my in store discounted art prices here

Get Courageous with Tiger’s Eye Skullerfly Creation by Living Dead Girl Nicole

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When it comes to art or life in general I turn to Tiger’s Eye to give me courage, inner strength, confidence and to balance my solar plexus chakra. It is such a mesmerizing stone to look at and has now inspired me in a new way. I have used it to create and add another Limited Edition Spiritual Skullerfly Crystal Wreath to my Spellbinding Collection. Some more handmade magic to share with the world.

When looking at Tiger’s Eye it is easy to embrace its warm, swirly reflective color tones. I knew it was going to be perfect to create this particular wreath during Mabon and what better time to bless it than under the Harvest Full moon.

It wasn’t until this past weekend that I actually had the time and the perfect weather to photograph it. I wanted to wait until the leaves changed to really have the ideal background that embraces the warmth of what I created. I am so glad that I waited. I am also grateful to my husband Frank who enjoys a good off road adventure in our truck to find the perfect locations to photograph my work. I think it’s very important that these wreaths be photographed in nature as they are inspired by the magical gifts that nature gives us.

If this special piece speaks to you it can now be purchased in my Etsy Shop. It is perfect for hanging anywhere you want to feel a sense of self confidence and inner strength. The colors also make a beautiful accent for my fellow Autumn lovers and fire signs who love to decorate using the firey colors of Fall.

Because these are Limited Edition they are one-of-a-kind and only one of each crystal will be made. With their added symbolism they are perfect for a sentimental gift or to splurge on yourself for an extra pick me up!

See more of my Spellbinding Magical Creations on my official portfolio site and let me know in the comments which crystal stone you would like to see me be inspired by next!

Stay Spooky & Magical,
LDG Nicole