We Asked AI for 22 Pumpkin-Carving Ideas That Will Wow Your Neighborhood

Halloweenis upon us, and we’re here for all things spooky, scary and a little goofy. Of course, it wouldn’t be Halloween without a glowingjack-o’-lanternor two to adorn your front door. But while our pumpkin-carving skills aren’t half-bad, they’re nothing compared with what a computer might dream up and execute. So we asked our friendly AI (artificial intelligence) to devise the coolest, most extreme pumpkins for the season.

One caveat: Even award-winning pumpkin carvers might not be able to replicate these intricate pumpkins. But theyre still a ton of fun to look at and may inspire you to make your own versions. If you’re looking for easier ideas, print out these pumpkin-carving templatesto tape and trace on your pumpkin. Or try one of these cuteno-carve pumpkins instead.