Celebrate the spooky season with my charming “Fickin’ Bats & Blue” Halloween greeting card, a delightful blend of traditional and digital artistry. The title gives a slight nod to social media sensation Katie Ryan. She was the "its frickin' bats" Halloween loving little girl that charmed so many of us. My card features a beautifully rendered blue jay, its feathers a striking contrast of cobalt and white, perched atop an iconic Jack O’ Lantern. The pumpkin’s carved face adds a touch of whimsy with its toothy grin, inviting recipients to embrace the playful spirit of Halloween.
 
Crafted with watercolor and gouache for depth and texture, then finished with ink outlines for crisp detail, this illustration is further enhanced through digital techniques to create a seamless fusion of mediums. The background sets an autumnal scene with shades of brown and hints of orange foliage, while silhouettes of bats add an eerie yet enchanting touch to the twilight ambiance.
 
The words “Happy Halloween” arch above in a festive font that complements the artwork’s mood. This greeting card is perfect for sending your holiday well-wishes or as a collectible piece for art lovers and bird enthusiasts alike.
 
This card is available as a digital download on my Etsy shop for those who want to save some money and time and print it themselves.  Please visit Spoonwood Studio's Etsy!
 
My cards are created as I would create an archival print. I stuggle with the idea that greeting cards are seen as disposable. I want the faces of my cards to be cherished and not discarded. Each card is printed with Epson UltraChrome K3™ archival inks on my Epson Pro 3880 printer and the finished with an archival UV finish glaze on the face. You can use a fine X-acto Blade or scissors and carefully cut the card in half and slide your card face into a frame!