A close-up of a haunting face, wide terrified eyes, gaping mouth with jagged teeth, amidst swirling dark mists. A sinister aura emanates, with charcoal-like textures and sharp contrasts. Created Using: monochromatic palette, with charcoal or graphite for the dark tones and smudges, combined with ink or watered-down paint for the fluid, diffused areas. The textural qualities suggest a mix of dry and wet media on paper, which is typical for works that aim for a blend of precision in details (like the facial features) and more spontaneous, less controlled effects (such as the smoky or misty background). Sharp contrasts and subtle gradients of tone, horror aesthetic, hd quality, natural look --ar 3:4 --v 6.0