In the 1960’s, American photographer Arthur Tress’ interest shifted from documenting things as they were to creating more surreal images. To do this, he enlisted the help of children, who would tell Tress about their worst nightmares. From listening to the kids’ bad dreams, he would get all of these truly bizarre and terrifying characters, themes, and symbols–the perfect fodder for the dark, disturbing pictures he was looking to take. Combining real life with the bone-chilling creations only a child’s mind could come up with, Tress’ photography will likely get your skin crawling in a way no other has before.
So after some discussion with other 365'ers, we decided to create a challenge. Think about your worst childhood fear or nightmare and then create that photo.
Tag the photo "childhood-nightmare" and post them. The contest opens today and runs through next Sunday, July 6, at 12:00 a.m. My next question is this: What challenge should the winner issue? Should we keep it related to dreams or childhood or ?? Suggestions please!!
Now, creep back into your childhood and think about that "monster" or "thing" that was always lurking under your bed or peeking out of your closet . . .
@juliedduncan Freaky!! My daughter was petrified of a dummy just like this that my husband's mother had in the attic. We called it "the Bad Baby." She hated that thing!! Have you ever seen The Twilight Zone called "The Dummy"? Creepy cool! Here's the link - worth a watch! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FtrGUHZKMg
Waiting Patiently
"Don't shut your eyes for the nightmare is waiting
for the weak and vulnerable.
Patiently waiting with claws readied, teeth sharpened, evil revving.
In the still of the night when only the heavy ticking of the clock ensues, the nightmare unfolds . . .
waiting for you to shut your eyes."
(Laurie Frazier)
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Here's my first attempt to start you thinking . . .
But honestly, should I buy a ferry or what? :D
I think I'll need to make up another fear :D
Scary With a Fringe On Top
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FtrGUHZKMg
Waiting Patiently
"Don't shut your eyes for the nightmare is waiting
for the weak and vulnerable.
Patiently waiting with claws readied, teeth sharpened, evil revving.
In the still of the night when only the heavy ticking of the clock ensues, the nightmare unfolds . . .
waiting for you to shut your eyes."
(Laurie Frazier)
(Even wrote a poem for it . . . )
Scared Green
What horror lurks below?
At the playground, there's something not right about the spring pony . . .