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Witchcraft, Lovecraft style, is a fusion of two distinct realms of fantasy and horror. Lovecraftian fiction, created by American writer H.P. Lovecraft, is known for its cosmic horror and the unfathomable power of ancient entities. Meanwhile, witchcraft delves into the practice of magic and the supernatural. When these two aspects merge, it creates a unique and captivating blend.

Cultivate healing and magic at Baywitch, where you’ll find a modern apothecary. Teas, herbs, and elixirs adorn the walls for you to mix a custom herbal blend perfectly suited for you. You can make your own spell jar to fulfill any intention, with empty jars and recipes provided to you.

8 Sandin, No Candy, No Brooms; Snyder, Interview with a Witch; Jackie Loohauis, Milwaukee Witches, Milwaukee Journal , October 28, 1986; Jo Sandin, Two Made One in Eyes of Goddess and Man, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , September 20, 1998. Rich in heritage, you ll find that many of the businesses in Downtown Panama City are housed in a historic building that tells a story of Panama City s past.

When these two aspects merge, it creates a unique and captivating blend. In Lovecraft's tales, the main focus is on the insignificance and vulnerability of humans when confronted with otherworldly beings. The idea of ancient, malevolent deities that exist beyond the comprehension of mortals is a central theme.

Wiccans

Wiccans, some of whom self-identify as witches, and other Pagans are a small but growing presence within the United States. Many Wiccans practice their faith individually or in small groups. [1] Although estimates of the number of Wiccans are unreliable, a 2014 Pew Research Center survey found that roughly 0.3% of Americans identified as Wiccans or Pagans. [2] Twenty-first century estimates for Wisconsin have ranged as high as 5,000 to 10,000 practitioners. [3]

While many Wiccan groups, sometimes called covens or churches, in the Milwaukee area have historically remained hidden for fear of persecution, other groups have had a visible presence. [4] Circle Sanctuary, founded in 1974 and located near Madison, is among the nation’s most influential Wiccan churches. [5] Since the 1970s, many Milwaukee-area Pagans have been members of Circle Sanctuary, benefitted from its resources, or participated in its events. [6] In Milwaukee, congregations have included the Temple of the Wyccan Rede, First Wiccan Temple of Our Lady, and the Temple of the Four Winds. [7] Groups often meet in homes or parks. [8] The Milwaukee Pagan Unity Council and the Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs sponsor events and festivals for the broader Pagan community. [9]

Many shops in the Milwaukee area have served the Wiccan and Pagan communities. Historically, these stores have been located in many parts of the city (including downtown, the East Side, South Side, and Bay View) and suburban Waukesha. [10] Often these shops provide spiritual services and introductions to local Pagans. [11] Since the advent of the Internet, local Wiccan and Pagan communities also have formed online. [12]

Footnotes [+]

1. [1] “What Do Pagans Do?” The Pluralism Project, accessed January 30, 2017.
2. [2] “Other Religions,” Pew Research Center, December 12, 2012, last accessed June 6, 2017; Pew Research Center, “America’s Changing Religious Landscape,” May 12, 2015, 159, last accessed June 6, 2017.
3. [3] Tom Heinen, “Pagans Ready to Put Pride on Display,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 20, 2003; Tom Heinen, “Finding Faith in the Longest Night,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 21, 2001; Nahal Toosi, “Rite of Passage: Wiccan is New State Prison Chaplain,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, December 6, 2001.
4. [4] Molly Snyder, “Interview with a Witch,” OnMilwaukee.com, October 31, 2006, last accessed June 6, 2017; Murphy Pizza, Paganistan: Contemporary Pagan Community in Minnesota’s Twin Cities (Burlington, VT: Ashgate Publishing Company, 2014), 3.
5. [5] “History of Circle Sanctuary,” Circle Sanctuary, accessed January 30, 2017; “Circle Sanctuary,” Encyclopedia of Witches, Witchcraft and Wicca, ed. Rosemary Ellen Guiley, 3 rd ed. (New York: Facts on File, 2008), 65-66.
6. [6] For examples, see posts and comments on “In Memoriam: Bruce Parsons (1947-2010),” Circle Sanctuary, accessed January 30, 2017; “In Memoriam: De-Anna Alba (1952-2012),” Circle Sanctuary, accessed January 30, 2017; “In Memoriam: Gloria Villanueva (1948-2008),” Circle Sanctuary, accessed January 30, 2017; “In Memoriam: Julie Wichman (1963-2012),” Circle Sanctuary, accessed January 30, 2017.
7. [7] Aidan A. Kelly, A Tapestry of Witches: A History of the Craft in America (Tacoma, WA: Hierophant Wordsmith Press, 2014), 123; “Wiccan Believers to Mark Spring Festival This Week,” Milwaukee Journal, April 26, 1980; Jo Sandin, “No Candy, No Brooms,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, October 31, 1997.
8. [8] Sandin, “No Candy, No Brooms;” Snyder, “Interview with a Witch;” Jackie Loohauis, “Milwaukee Witches,” Milwaukee Journal, October 28, 1986; Jo Sandin, “Two Made One in Eyes of Goddess and Man,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 20, 1998.
9. [9]Milwaukee Pagan Unity Council, accessed January 30, 2017; Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs’ Facebook page, accessed January 30, 2017.
10. [10] Molly Snyder, “New Occult Shop Crystallizes on East Side,” January 20, 2009; Selena Fox, comp., Circle Guide to Wicca and Pagan Resources (Madison: Circle, 1980), 103; Kathy Flanigan, “Charm School,” Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, October 25, 1999; “About Us,” Ascended Gifts, Llc., accessed January 30, 2017.
11. [11] “Contemporary Resurgence in America,” Pluralism Project, accessed January 30, 2017; Kelly, A Tapestry of Witches, 123; Snyder, “New Occult Shop;” Jonathan Nightshade, comment on Aidan Kelly, “The Gardnerians, 1963-1972,” Aidan Kelly: Including Paganism (blog), Patheos, November 10, 2012.
12. [12] “What Do Pagans Do?”; for examples of local Internet groups, see “Milwaukee Eclectic Pagans,” https://www.meetup.com/Milwaukee-Eclectic-Pagans/, accessed January 30, 2017; “Wiccans of Wisconsin,” Wiccan Together, accessed January 30, 2017; Milwaukee Pagan Alliance’s Facebook group, accessed January 30, 2017.

For Further Reading

Fox, Selena. “Women in the Wiccan Religion and Contemporary Paganism.” In Encyclopedia of Women and Religion in North America, edited by Rosemary Skinner Keller and Rosemary Radford Ruether, 809-818. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 2006.

Kelly, Aidan A. A Tapestry of Witches: A History of the Craft in America. Tacoma, WA: Hierophant Wordsmith Press, 2014.

See Also

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In the heart of Historic Downtown Panama City, Florida, you’ll find Baywitch, a local modern witch boutique. Borne from the friendship of two witchy women and their love for all things magical and wondrous, Baywitch is a charming space for modern witches to gather, conjure, and flow together.

In his fictional universe, these beings, known as the Great Old Ones, possess unimaginable power and can influence the world through cults and secretive practices. Witchcraft, on the other hand, involves the manipulation and harnessing of supernatural powers through rituals, spells, and potions. It often centers around witches who possess the ability to commune with spirits, cast spells, and tap into hidden sources of magic. Lovecraftian witchcraft takes this practice to a whole new level by incorporating the terrifying and cosmic elements of Lovecraft's mythology. In this context, witches become conduits for ancient and alien forces, channeling their power and unleashing it upon the world. Lovecraftian witchcraft brings a sense of dread and existential horror to the magic practiced by witches. It involves dark rites, the summoning of eldritch entities, and the exploration of forbidden knowledge that can drive practitioners to madness. These witches are not portrayed as benevolent or inherently good, but rather as beings motivated by their own desires and ambitions. They possess a dangerous understanding of the occult and are willing to go to great lengths to achieve their goals. Lovecraftian witchcraft highlights the temptation and corruption that power can bring, as well as the inherent dangers of dabbling in forces beyond human understanding. The fusion of Lovecraft's cosmic horror and witchcraft creates a captivating and eerie atmosphere in storytelling. It preserves the sense of wonder and terror that characterize Lovecraft's works while imbuing them with the mysticism and arcane practices of witchcraft. It is a meeting of the ancient and the supernatural, resulting in a potent and captivating narrative experience. Overall, witchcraft, Lovecraft style, adds a dark and enigmatic layer to the world of magic and the occult. It explores the depths of human imagination and reminds us of the fragility of our existence in a universe ruled by uncaring and incomprehensible forces. It is a genre that allows us to delve into the realms of cosmic horror while indulging in the macabre allure of witchcraft..

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