I wouldn't say The Green Ribbon is by any means my favorite horror story as an adult. However, when I was a kid, Alvin Schwartz's version of the story, as well as a similar poem by Shel Silverstein, chilled me. I pored over Dirk Zimmer's illustrations for the story in that "can't look away" fashion. I can practically see the influence in my work today.
Ahhh... this is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI loved this story as a kid too. (Still do actually) You nailed it. Stunning.
ReplyDeleteHands down one of the best scary stories ever!
DeleteAnd I totally agree, this drawing totally wins!
Beautiful, creepy, haunting.....LOVE IT
Also- I had a similar relationship with Stephen Gammell's illustrations. His work still haunts me.
ReplyDeleteI agree-- his stuff is incredible and super creepy. Glad this one did the story justice!
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