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an old book page with a drawing of a woman holding a broom in her hand

Description I’m excited to introduce my latest project, a collaboration between me and my wife, Sarah Staniec. This is a collection of illustrations of beasts from Slavic mythology - creatures from in and around the region where I grew up. Since I was a kid, these myths always sparked my imagination, and now I’m excited to be able to express my own interpretation of how these creatures, witches, and ghouls must appear. My wife got inspired by what I created, and decided to adapt the…

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a creepy creature standing in the middle of a forest with his hands on his hips

Baba Yaga is a supernatural being, usually a witch later morphing into a Hag, from Russian folklore who varies from a cryptic aid, a troublesome obstacle or a downright malevolent villain depending on the story. In the beginning during her youth, Baba Yaga was described as a fair maiden who would lure children with her appearance and into a false sense of security, often with the intent of fattening them up in order to devour them. Her hideous appearance only comes to light when she is in...

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a little boy standing in front of a creepy looking tree house that looks like it's coming out of the woods

Step into the enchanting yet terrifying world of Baba Yaga, the iconic witch of Slavic folklore. In this YouTube Shorts video, we'll unravel the mysteries surrounding her eerie forest dwelling, her chicken-legged hut, and the dark magic she wields. Discover why this ancient sorceress continues to captivate imaginations with her blend of wisdom and wickedness. Perfect for fans of folklore and supernatural tales, this quick dive into Baba Yaga's legend will leave you spellbound. Don't forget…

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Hags: These are wizened old women who creep through folklore and nightmares. Often bent and grotesque, they might possess magical abilities or simply a dark cunning. Hags can be stealers of youth and beauty, like Baba Yaga from Slavic tales. They might be servants of evil or even twisted reflections of the potential dangers of aging and societal outcasts. Beware the gingerbread house and the seemingly helpful old crone – a hag's motives are rarely pure.

Hags: These are wizened old women who creep through folklore and nightmares. Often bent and grotesque, they might possess magical abilities or simply a dark cunning. Hags can be stealers of youth and beauty, like Baba Yaga from Slavic tales. They might be servants of evil or even twisted reflections of the potential dangers of aging and societal outcasts. Beware the gingerbread house and the seemingly helpful old crone – a hag's motives are rarely pure.

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