Elvira - Mistress of the Dark / Bazal. 11,7x 8,3 in.

"every road leads to temptation"

This illustration portrays Elvira, the iconic Mistress of the Dark, from the 1988 comedy-horror film portrayed by Cassandra Peterson. Ángel Bazal captures her seated behind the wheel, commanding the scene with a perfect balance of sensuality, irony, and gothic allure, embodying the character that redefined horror-host glamour with humor. Rendered using ballpoint pen and marker, the drawing builds rich volumes through dense line work and cross-hatching, emphasizing her exaggerated hairstyle, feline gaze, and signature form-fitting dress. The intimate, cinematic composition places the viewer as an unwitting passenger, caught by her direct stare and mischievous smile. The scene radiates absolute control: Elvira doesn’t just drive the car—she drives the visual narrative. Every stroke reinforces her dominant presence, turning the piece into a powerful tribute to one of horror cinema’s most enduring female icons.

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