Halloween – Album Artwork 2020

This album artwork, Halloween, was created by Robert Sammelin in the 20th century. At first glance, it's a startling image, but the graphic style is reminiscent of the comic book industry that exploded in the mid-20th century. Here, the artist uses a printing process where ink is applied to paper, creating varied textures and tones. Sammelin uses the cross hatching and stippling techniques to build depth and shadow in this piece. His approach conveys a sense of urgency and suspense. The artist has skillfully combined the aesthetics of mass-produced graphics with the conventions of fine art drawing, using the ink as a medium to convey a very specific atmosphere. In doing so, he challenges conventional boundaries between the commercial and fine arts.