Speed Painting Challenge Entrance 1 - Edgar Allen Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death"

Today I finally had the time to participate in the speed paint challenge, so my first painting is for Edgar Allen Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death". As the story is based on death and mystery. I though a mysterious figure or face to be the front cover image. Also the blood spatter background to imitate the death. I really enjoyed this task. Its a nice break from doing the resit task.