Mary Lou Maloney (Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II, 1987)
Watercolor on 8.5 x 11 in. art paper
Created: October 13, 2025
Original and prints available — contact for availability.
Part of the 31 Days of Horror 2025 series
In Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II, Mary Lou Maloney is the vengeful, supernatural teen who returns from the grave to haunt her high school, punishing anyone who crosses her. This portrait captures her mischievous, spectral energy — the combination of glamour, anger, and deadly intent frozen in one haunting gaze. The rich shadows and vibrant highlights echo the film’s neon-soaked 80s aesthetic, pulling the viewer into a world where teenage dreams twist into nightmarish revenge.
Fun Facts:
Mary Lou Maloney became a cult horror icon due to her combination of charm, menace, and ghostly powers.
The film mixes supernatural horror with high school melodrama, creating one of the quirkiest and most beloved 80s slasher sequels.
Behind This Artwork:
Mary Lou has always fascinated me — she’s stylish, deadly, and unapologetically theatrical. Painting her felt like channeling the chaotic energy of 80s horror: glitter, ghosts, and gore all wrapped into one unforgettable figure. Even if you haven’t seen the movie, her stare alone communicates the mix of mischief and menace that made her a cult favorite.
Explore More:
This piece is part of my 31 Days of Horror watercolor series. If you love supernatural slashers, 80s teen horror, and ghostly villains, check out the other paintings in the collection.
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