Explore a variety of folklore images on this page. Discover captivating visuals related to folklore and immerse yourself in the world of myths and legends.
Prompt: “I was especially drawn to consider the stories of the fairies, the good folk of the Celtic races. Just as our remote ancestors called the dreaded beings “fair” and “good” precisely because they dreaded them, so they had dressed them up in charming forms, knowing the truth to be the reverse. Literature too had gone early to work, and had lent a powerful hand in the transformation, so that the playful elves of Shakespeare are already far removed from the true original and the real horror is disguised in a form of prankish mischief.”
Prompt: monochromatic symbolic folksy engraving image of the dancing fox-shapechanger in chinese silk flowing gown with five very long wriggling long-furred tails in old china style wet ant dry on rice paper, incorporating the colors red, orange, black and silver. vector ex-libris engraving, Gerard Brom, Junji Ito, Hokusai
Prompt: A middle aged gnome drawn, almost, entirely in harsh neon green pencil lines, except for his bright neon red pointed hat, the extinct splash of color, glowing like a symbol of magic, stands in a surreal, futuristic city made of abstract shapes and glowing outlines. The Bauhaus style and brutalism style buildings around him are all rendered in delicate blue sketch strokes. Strange minimalistic structures surround him, fading into misty green shading. The image seems etched onto paper.
Prompt: Vector graphics masterpiece with elements of dot drawing. Japanese shadow theater kabuki. Romantic date of a young warrior with a shadow of kitsune.
Prompt: You are a skilled digital artist renowned for creating eerie and captivating illustrations inspired by folklore and mythology. Your unique style blends elements from various horror artists, creating a haunting and expressive aesthetic.
Your task is to create a detailed digital illustration of the yōkai "Hajikkaki." Here are the specific elements to include in your artwork:
- Body: Plump, white, hairless, blobby figure
- Eyes: Round and expressive, conveying deep sorrow
- Fangs: Protruding and exaggerated
- Gesture: Hands covering its head in a display of shame
- Habitat: Underground ambiance with a dark, eerie lighting
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The illustration should emphasize textures and colors that resonate with traditional yōkai scrolls, evoking a sense of mystery and unease. Incorporate facial expressions that highlight the sorrow and embarrassment of the Hajikkaki.
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Example influences to consider while drawing include artists like Junji Ito and Yoshitaka Amano, known for their ability to evoke strong emotions through their characters.
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Be mindful to avoid overly bright colors that detract from the dark and grotesque theme. Stay true to the folklore inspiration, ensuring that the illustration captures the essence of Hajikkaki's origins and its connection to the shahyōchū from Chinese folklore.
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Incorporate these features and influences into your final piece, ensuring it is both haunting and mesmerizing.
Eerie Elegance: The Legend of Tsuchigumo (@zettel)
Model:
AIVision
Size:
1792 X 1008
(1.81 MP)
Used settings:
Prompt: (((Masterpiece, close up))) Drawn with ink, irregular stroke, squiggly line, evocative. colored with bright warercolour, splatter, overspray of color.
Ancient Yōkai: Tsuchigumo
Appearance: A monstrous spider-like creature with a body covered in thick, matted fur resembling earthy soil, eight long, hairy legs that end in sharp, claw-like appendages, multiple eyes glowing with an eerie red hue, and a gaping maw filled with rows of jagged teeth. Its enormous size looms ominously, casting a shadow of fear wherever it crawls.
Legends: Tsuchigumo, the Earth Spider, is a legendary yōkai known for its cunning and malevolent nature. According to folklore, it dwells deep within dark caves, luring unsuspecting travelers with illusions of safety before ensnaring them in its sticky webs. Tales speak of its ability to shape-shift into various forms, often preying on the greed or weaknesses of humans. Brave warriors who have faced Tsuchigumo recount harrowing battles against its formidable strength and dark magic, showcasing the eternal struggle between mortals and the ancient forces that lurk in the shadows.
Dark eery atmosphere.
Masterpiece, gorgeous, beautiful, awe striking, breath taking, evocative, sumptuous, aesthetic, unique, HD.
Dream Level: is increased each time when you "Go Deeper" into the dream. Each new level is harder to achieve and
takes more iterations than the one before.
Rare Deep Dream: is any dream which went deeper than level 6.
Deep Dream
You cannot go deeper into someone else's dream. You must create your own.
Deep Dream
Currently going deeper is available only for Deep Dreams.
