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Heather on Feb 15, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAmazing zine! My son the insect lover thought it was an amazing gift.
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wildwomanhipchic on Jan 22, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love my custom made necklace. Sonia is so wonderful to work with and she comes up with amazing art pieces. I love all your highly imaginative surrealism. I will be always be back. And thank you for my sweet gift.
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Isobelle on Jan 9, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove her! So creepy and cute, a lovely addition to my oddities! Beautiful quality and came with a few added bonus’ too! Thank you!
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Serrin on Jan 3, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWonderfully printed, thank you so much for all the extras <3 Your style is so whimsical and fun, and you've been a total joy to speak to. These are getting cut out and framed as soon as 2022 hits!
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Dean on Jun 18, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThe Fishy Gentleman is another amazing artwork from Drakula Approved. This beautiful piece is amazing on many levels. The framed original artwork is sealed under resin to look as if still under water. It shimmers under the the light. There are even simulated water drops on the ornate frame that glistens and harkens back to an ageless past under the sea. The crystal drops at the very bottom add to this awesome effect. All together, the Fishy Gentleman comes to fantastic life. The picture proves how happy he was living in Innsmouth, MA. He is bubbling over with good cheer.
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Natasha on Mar 21, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI received this lovely print today, and I couldn't be happier. What a noble creature. He will adorn my walls with honor.
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Alexis on Nov 29, 2019
5 out of 5 starsThis is super cute and is a perfect and unique gift for my best friend who's obsessed with Plague Doctors!
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Dean on Nov 20, 2019
5 out of 5 starsThis amazing piece is a painting and a sculpture which brings life to the overall artwork. It really looks like the giant octopus is reaching out of shimmering water and gripping the sides of the ornate frame. The galleon in the background no longer groans with rocking on the sea. The creature has sunk it into silence. The octopus has also pillaged suveeneers from the vessel that perked its curiosity. The tentacles seem to move when seen from the corner of the eye. The work is hypnotic with beautiful coloration and fine detail. It looks and feels like a story from a dream. Even the ornate frame looks like it has been under the sea. I will treasure this beautiful piece.
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About DrakulaApproved
Hand painted jewellery. Beelzebub approved, paraben-free.
Transylvanian artist working full time in London. Drakula 100% authentic and organic.
Surreal, dark art and plenty of creatures.
My inspiration is femininity, nature, a deep dark place in my subconscious and my pet beetles.
soniatibacov.com
Shop members
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Sonia
Owner, Creator, Marketer
Duties include: painting, sculpting, taking care of beetles.
Production partners
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Mixam
London, England
A lovely printing company that does custom zines and other products,
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SwiftPrintUK
Colchester, England
A UK company that does excellent printing!
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Returns & exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
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Frequently asked questions
Gift wrapping and packaging
If you wish to send something as a gift, I would be more than happy to gift wrap it for you and can even include a written message for the receiver on your part.
Custom and personalised orders
If you like a certain piece but would like something custom made for you, please send me a private message explaining what you would like and I will let you know if it's something I can make and how long it would take. If it's all good and payment is sent, I will make the order and post it tracked, but please note that for some items processing time might be delayed depending on what supplies I need to order and how long they take to arrive.
Sizing details
If you desire a certain length for a chain or necklace, I am happy to shorten or add length to what I have available.
Please let me know if you have an allergy to any kind of metal - if you send me a message I can let you know if I can replace metal parts with alternatives.
This might also involve a longer processing time if I need to order certain supplies, but if you don't mind waiting I will gladly find an alternative for you.
Care instructions
My artwork is usually glued to a frame and covered in glass or resin so it is waterproof. That being said, I have quite a few pieces made with lace or fabrics and I wouldn't recommend getting them very wet. They should be stored in a cool dry place, so please keep away from damp areas.
Please avoid scratching glass/resin that protects the artwork, so please don't store right next to anything with sharp corners/edges.
Creating the artwork.
Each painted piece is one of a kind, painted by hand, and although I use reference images for the anatomy of animals, skulls, etc., the overall image and design is from my imagination.