Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Orlando #26

Halloween Horror Nights 2016

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

The first room of Halloween Horror Nights Orlando has been announced and it is one of my favorites. It is from the 1974 horror classic Texas Chainsaw Massacre. 

Here is the announcing video.   

(April 14, 2016)

The Exorcist

The second room was announced on Tuesday will be a real big hit and will be on everyone's list to see first. It has never been done before and is based on the movie that has scared so many people over the years. "The Exorcist" is come and will hit you in the face and make you turn your head in circles and spit out puke green vomit.
This will be an interesting room to walk through considering it is a lot of bedroom scenes, lets just hope they do not show what she does with the cross. But none the less it is the first year of them performing this movie and i'm sure it will be a big hit.


Here is the announcing video

(April 27, 2016)

The Walking Dead

The Walking Dead house has just been announced, and this year's TWD house will be an epic one. We (guests) will be walking through each season of TWD from season one through to season six. We will be treated to seeing area of Hershel's farm from season two, Woodburry from season three, When they had this in a previous year, we got to see heads in fish tanks with Penny creeping us out, Terminus in season four and five, and now Alexandria in five and six. while some critics are saying that Universal is beating a dead horse with having TWD every year, I say "Bring back The Walking Dead scare zones!". They were great and much better than last year's (2015) scare zones with the crazies. The second best scare zone was done with The Purge, with the release of a new chapter this July, I hope they bring back a Purge scare zone.

Here is the link to their video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxY3UAsEjA0&feature=youtu.be

These three are screen shots from their video.

(June 3, 2016)

BIG announcement

It was announced today (6/8/16) that there would be something new coming to HHN. Here is a screen shot from their video that was sent out on all of their social media forms. Everyone across the interweb is calling this "Chance", We all know and love Chance. She was a big hit at HHN 25 last year in the stage show with Jack. I think she will be a great Icon all by herself.
Here is a link to the Video on YouTube.
Halloween Horror Nights 26

Could be Chance's eyes.

It is shaping up nicely and I can not wait for the first night, I will be there.

"You Won't Stand a Chance" is what Universal is saying about bringing Chance into the spotlight as the HHN Icon. She did a great job last year with Jack. Jack has taught her well enough to take his place while he is still doing time for the crime.  This year will be even better than last year. The performer playing this part does an amazing job. Her voice is the perfect pitch for her and I couldn't see it being done any other way. Here is a few pictures from their site.
Here is the link to her video.
You Won't stand a Chance

(Posted 6/9/16)

Just announced...

Michael Myers is returning to the Universal's Halloween Horror Nights.

Image used from the Universal Orlando blog

He was a pick part of the 2014 event with the building of the home that he killed and looking for the babysitter. This year will be a bit different. it has been told that we will be walking into the final scene and then enter the hospital where we will have an entire new maze from before. Everyone is looking forward to this new take on the original story. Here is the link to their announcement video.

Halloween Announcement 

(7/7/16)

Just Announced.... 

On August 3rd there was a link sent out for SoundCloud that got the internet buzzing again on the much awaited announcement of a new maze. There we little confusion as to what it was or even how to open the file because some people did not have the SoundCloud app. then it was reported through an UK interview that there was a maze in Orlando that will be a new one this year (2016) but had not been officially released by Universal Studios. Until today. "Krampus" is Coming to Town.

Used from the HHN website

Here is the video announcement.

Krampus is coming to town.


Just coming in over the wire...
Universal Studios has announced more mazes, this time it is for their original room designs. These are the rooms that so many people enjoy because there is no script the designers have to follow other than what they can think of. No Limits of screams and scares. With that being said, i present to you the three original rooms created for HHN 26...

First on the list Lunatic's Playground 3D-You Won't Stand a Chance

This room of course ties in with the crazy but cute and sexy Chance. Chance if you already did not know is Jack's girl. just like Harley Quinn is to The Joker. Jack is still locked up behind bars and Chance is taking over with several of her jail mate buddies that what to please her in order to stay alive themselves.
If it is anything like last year's Alice in Wonderland 3D, it will be the best of them all.

Second on the list is Ghost Town-The Curse of Lightning Gulch
This is another interesting room that has so many possibilities with endless design ideas and directions to head into. The story behind this is that the people came to town to search for gold as the gold rush hit in the 1800s. Then there was a thundering, lightning, and death this small gold minning town is cursed and those that have died have not passed over, in fact they are hanging around to gather others to join them.
The pictures that are posted show a great improvement in the design elements than in previous years with dead bodies. I'm looking forward to this one too.
The video link

Pulled from the HHN website (8/10/16)

The last remaining room that I believed to have been code maned "Cobweb" is now be upgraded to Tomb of the Ancients.
This is one of the only rooms that have been teased for so long with many speculations as to what they could possibly think of next. I do not know if anyone was able to guess this room's identity. I'm sure this room will be filled with the un-dead in crypts and skulls and whatever else that can scare the crap out of us in the dark. These creatures are looking for revenge to those who have disturbed their slumber. Good luck to all who enter in hopes for a healthy exit.

The Video Link

Pulled from the HHN website (8/10/16)

WOW That is a lot of information and activities to enjoy But there is still more. Not only do we have eight mazes to blow our minds but there are also the "Scare Zones". Scare Zones are areas throughout the park where you are walking through their world or nightmare. It has been extremely fun to see what is takes to bring large areas in places to seem like an entirely different world. This year's Scare Zones promise to be some of their best.

1. Survive or Die-sounds like another Walking Dead set-up until you know the story and background. There are three groups of survivors searching to gain control of a machine that provides clean air to a destroyed Earth's atmosphere. They will be looking for people to help their cause.

2. Banshee's Lair-This area, I'm guessing will be in the small area with all the over grown trees and shade that everyone enjoys because at night it gets nice and dark in that area and all things get you fast. Be on the look out for anything, trees can move.

3. Dead Man's Wharf-This is a great name and in a great area that I'm guessing will be next to the water where the popular shark hangs. There once was a fishing vessel named Annabel Lee never came home and is lost forever. As the fog rolls in so do all the lost spirits that were lost, they are all looking to bring with them more people.\

4. Vamp 1955-Who does not enjoy the feel of the 50's. Once again I'm going to guess that this will be placed over in Mel's D ie In. There is a twist to this 50's throwback with the characters are not carrying switchblades, but fangs. Vampires will once again rule the night and searching for victims of a late night snack.

5. A Chance In Hell-This of course will be one of the most popular areas of the night. named after one of the sexiest creatures Universal has ever found but also one of the most deadly. She is one the search for more cellmates to help her for whatever she can think of, but destroy however she see fit to those who get in her way. this area will be a blast to see and I hope to get several great pictures within this hellhole.  

What is Halloween Horror Nights without a couple of shows? This year is no different than any other.
Bill and Ted's Excellent Halloween Adventure-we can have HHN without these two dudes and wild adventures.

Academy of Villains: House of Fear-Chance's inmates are out to put on a show that will get everyone up to dance and cheer. But are you cheering for more or to get away alive. this will be another wonderful show to enjoy on the front stage.

At the time of this post, HHN Orlando has one more big announcement to go before opening night. There have been all sorts of ideas, suggestions, and hopes of what would be perfect for a strong female lead for the event this year. One that I like and would be great to see is American Horror Story (AHS). I fully believe that some of all areas of each season could be done and followed through a maze. This year's event has shaped up to be one of the best.
Stick around this blog for other news. will also be posting links to life videos from the first weekend.

**************THIS JUST IN************

It seems that there was a leak of some sort that the last room to be announced is the American Horror Story. There is a lot of mixed feelings about this house as I was able to see from blogs and FaceBook posts. Many people are just happy that ever house, maze, show, and scare zone has been announced. AHS has tons of fans whether it being for all seasons or individual seasons, there are a lot. it also appears to be just as many people that are not fans for one reason or another. I am a fan of the show until the story changes into a different direction than where it should have gone. There seem to be a long drug out build up of suspense only to hit the peak right at the end of a season with too many unresolved issues not covered. I enjoy the overall story line of each season with the exception of the last season, "Hotel" that started out with a bang but it fizzled out for me.
As for a full house maze, there are plenty of great scenes throughout all five seasons that can be pulled out and used. Several comments I have seen is "How are they going to create a story with five different shows?". Who says there has to be a moving story in a maze when there is some many character backstories to choose from. They could even build a scene from each season that could play out well. I am interested in seeing how it looks.
The Video Announcement
The trailer, I must say, really looks interesting. I hate to know that they will be taking place of TWD.

(8/16/16)

      

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

Even though this is not "Horror" related, it is something that is on point.

On Wednesday April 8th, 2016 just a day after the Blu-ray/DVD release of Star Wars: A Force Awakens, Disney and Lucasfilms released the Theatrical Trailer for "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" and it looks great. As of 4/8/16 it has over a million views. just 24 hours of being released.

The time frame of this film goes in between Episode III Revenge of the Sith to Episode IV A New Hope, more closer to the New Hope because the Death Star has been built but had been called out in NH as not yet operational and that spies had recover plans. the timeline is tight. There has been discussion that at the end of the Rogue One trailer when we see that Jyn is wearing an Empire uniform, that she could be a double agent. I think that she has volunteered to work at the Death Star to gain secrets for the Rebel Alliance.  

It is my belief that Disney and JJ Abrams has set the Star Wars bar to a level that every fan of all ages will enjoy. There are many things about this movie that I enjoy and are looking forward to seeing more of. I was lucky enough to be able to see all Star Wars movies when they were originally released.

Edited: 6/1/2016.

It looks as though Disney has taken a few cues from other films as of late by sending back crews and actors to do some re-shoots for the movie. It is reported that they are looking at re-shooting 40% of the movie. It is rumored that they are adding some scenes with a young Han Solo. Just a reminder, the movie leads to ten minutes before the Original 1977 space saga Star Wars Episode IV, A New Hope.

The cast of Rogue as we know it for now. Will be updated as soon as I can locate information.

Felicity Jones                                     Jyn Erso

Mads Mikkelsen                              

Alan Tudyk                                       K-250 (Enforcer Droid)   

Donnie Yen                                       Chirrut  

Ben Mendelsohn                              Director Krennic     

Forest Whitaker                                              

Diego Luna                                      Captain Cassian Andor    

Alistair Petrie                                    

Jonathan Aris                                   Senator Jebel

Riz Ahmed                                       Bodhi Rook   

Genevieve O’Reilly                         Mon Mothma

Arthur L. Bernstein                          Storm Trooper

Emeson Nwolie                                Personnel

Sam Wilkinson                                 X-Wing Pilot

Wen Jiang                                         Baze

See if you can find a suspected favorite Droid

                                      

A few screen shots from the trailer.

Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones)

Biggs Darklighter? (Diego Luna)

Mon Mothma (Genevieve O'Reilly)

Great looking Death Star 

Alistair Petrie

Ben Mendelsohn

Great looking Stormtroopers 

Code Name "Eel Leader" Bounty Hunter?? (Forest Whitaker)

Moisture vaporators on fire behind a Death Trooper

Donnie Yen

Who does this character bowing down to?? Vader? 

Jiang Wen

May 17th Update: As the music suggests, Darth Vader may make a physical appearance. Just when we thought we had seen the last of our beloved Villain (Hero), it looks as though Disney has seen the light down the money tunnel and is still one of the hottest selling action figures of the Star Wars Universe. The movie is still gaining with momentum with little secrets like this. Here is a unofficial leaked art picture with Darth Vader prominently placed in the center of good and evil. 

 

More news as I can find it will be posted here.

Amanda Reevenge Haunting

Posted from her Facebook account

Amanda Reevenge Haunting

I have recently tracked down someone who is a fascinating person that I have seen throughout facebook as this character she played during the Texas Frightmare in 2015. Many of her scary charaters can be seen through her photos on her facbook page. She doesn't just wear the makeup but she becomes the charater as soon as the last drop of makeup or blood has been added. Many of the costumes you see her wearing are of her own design. There are a few that she is modeling for a company.

not sure who is responsible for the photograph

Here is a video of her in action as the "Little Girl".

Facebook Video

She is not only a talented haunt actress but a teacher of his craft, she also does makeup.

You can follow her and her company in all wild adventures that she does through her facebook page.

She also has been putting together some videos on youtube. 

Keep up with what she does, she can only get better, creepier, and scarier.

She is extremely talented in her field that should inspire others in the haunt industry to aspire to become.

Her profestional credits include acting in films Blessid and a short film called "The Confined: Silent Hill inspired fan film".
Her makeup talents can be seen in the film "Self Storage (2013)" and "Almost Human (2013)".

She lives and breathes to scare you and entertain you.
If you want to know more about hiring Amanda for acting talents, special effects makeup abilities, or would like her to teach some acting classes, contact her through her facebook page. 

If you have the chance to meet her, I encourage you to as I am waiting for my chance.

Look out for her at the 2016 TransWorld in St. Louis in March.

Death House (2017)

We all have heard of "The Expendables" which involved a cast of action heroes that played in of favorite movies over the past twenty years. Many male stars and several movies later, it was noticed that there was a hole in the market that producers wanted to fill and the "ExpendaBelles" (pre-development 2015) was started that will highlight the talents of many female action heroes.
These are great ideas that are making millions for those involved.

It is reported that the same style movie will take place for the Horror genre. which if done correctly, will set up for some great possibilities for actors, producers, and directors that can bring their talents in something that has never been seen before.
A screen play was started by the late Gunner Hanson (Leatherface, Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1974) and script completed by Harrison Smith (Camp Dread, 6 Degrees of Hell). Because of the death of Gunner, the project had hit a bump in the road. but has now been put back on track.

It will be staring the following people.

Dee Wallace (E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial)
Danny Trejo (Machete)
Robert Englund (Freddy)
Kane Hodder (Se7en, Friday the 13th)
Bill Moseley (The Devil's Rejects)
Michael Berryman (The Devil's Rejects)
Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator)
Doug Bradley (Hellraiser)
Michael Berryman (The Hills Have Eyes)
Camille Keaton (I Spit on your Grave)
Ken Foree (Dawn of the Dead)
Torsten Voges (31)
Don Shanks (Halloween 5)
Michael Guarnera (Garlic & Gunpowder)
David Perez (Assassin's Creed)
Steven Chase (Garlic & Gunpowder)
Adrienne Barbeau (Scream Queen from lots of movies)
Tony Todd (Candyman)
Sid Haig (The Devil's Rejects)
Richard Speight Jr. (Independence Day)
Lindsay Harley (All My Children)
Vernon Wells (The Horde)
Sean Whalen (Halloween II)
Cortney Palm (Zombeavers)
Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp)
Lauren Compton (Clowntown)
R.A. Mihailoff (TCM III)
Debbie Rochon (Tormeo & Juliet)
Bill Oberst Jr. (Abraham Lincoln vs. Zombies)


Here is a short chip that was just posted a couple of days ago (6/3/16)

Death House Clip

The official synopsis for the movie is the following,

"The Death House is the Area 51 of Evil... a subterranean government facility that holds humanity's worst on nine levels. Hell, Dante's ninth level, holds the Five Evils... the "dark stars" of Death House. These individuals are so heinous they can never walk among society again. They may also be supernatural. Agents Toria Boon and Jae Novak have their own dark pasts, arriving at Death House to tour its levels and observe its denizens first-hand as well as the medical and mental experiments of Drs. Eileen Fletcher and Karen Redmane. Their depraved experiments date back to the Nazi doctors of WWII. Prison cells are virtual reality holo decks that recreate prisoner environments before they were incarcerated. A special hallucinogenic gas keeps inmates under control. The victims are homeless, bused into Death House to play literal victims while killing habits are studied. The results are sick, but only a hint of what goes on here. Hell literally breaks loose inside the facility when an EMP device detonates, killing all power and communication and... releasing every prisoner. Boon, Novak, and Fletcher are caught in a race against advancing prisoner hordes led by occultist Neo-Nazi Sieg. The monsters are freed, and they're going down. Boon and Novak's fight through Death House turns into a house of horrors gauntlet; their only hope of escape is descending into Hell and enlisting the help of the Five Evils. Events culminate in a violent face-to-face standoff with absolute evil... only to find that they have traveled down a rabbit hole and through a looking glass. Black is white and white is black and the definitions of good and evil no longer apply. Who are the monsters? Who will escape?"

Rob Zombie's "The Devil's Rejects"

The big news of the week is Rob Zombie's Instagram post.

"Just curious would anybody be interested in watching another movie starring these three characters? Enough interest and anything can happen."

Rob Zombie's Instagram post 

Rob Zombie has a tremendous following not just on the Social Media sites, but in real life in general. Meaning that he was growing strong with his music. His big film debut was in 2003 with "House of 1000 Corpses"

For me, this movie needed to be made and in the style it was made. Rob Zombie has pushed the limits with his movies to tell a story that you only have in your nightmares. I have seen each Rob Zombie movie that has his name on it. I have not been disappointed with any of them. There was so much detail that he put into this movie that makes more want to see more about the back story of Dr. Satan.

His next to be released movie that has recently been rated an "R", down from the previous rating of NC-17, if "31". At this point, there is not much known about the film other than it had great reviews at the latest film festival.

 It would be great to see the Firefly Family back on the big screen once again. There is no telling what was in the convertible as they were headed into sure death when "The Devil's Rejects" film was coming to a close.

I can not wait to see what he is planning next.

High Noon Creations

For those of you that do not know the artist and creator of the products of High Noon Creations, She was a contestant of season two of the long running show on the SyFy channel called Face/Off.
Her name is Heather Henry.
Much like so many of the talented artist that make it on to the show, they are all in the business of transforming people into something totally different. Heather is no different. Heather is the creator and owner of High Noon Creations.


Heather did some make up at the 2015 Transworld show in St Louis called Wild West Medusa. The world on it is wonderful. I was lucky enough to get a quick picture of it as the model Breanna Cooke.

Art work by Heather Henry, Modeled by Breanna Cooke, photo by Paul W. Ferrell

TransWorld 2016 will be another great show with the showcase of many talented artists and thier creations. You never know who you will see and what they will be wearing. It is a crazy time and so much to look at.

The following is from her home page:High Noon Creations

HEATHER HENRY (OWNER/CHIEF ARTIST) HAS BEEN A PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST SINCE 2005. SHE COMPETED IN SYFY CHANNEL’S SECOND SEASON OF “FACEOFF” AND HER WORK HAS BEEN FEATURED IN MOVIES (TRUE GRIT, PARKLAND, UPSTREAM COLOR, I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE), TELEVISION (DALLAS, PRISON BREAK, GCB, CHASE), AND COMMERCIALS (PAPA JOHN’S AD FEAT. DEMARCUS WARE AND JERRY JONES). HEATHER’S FIRST AND TRUE LOVE, HOWEVER, IS EFFECTS AND MAKEUP FOR HAUNTS, STAGE AND INDY FILMS.

Here is a link to her Face Off Audition Real

Audition Reel

I have the opportunity to ask Heather some questions before the TransWorld show regarding her work in the haunt industry.

Here are a few questions that I have prepared for her to answer.

1.    With your growing success in the TV and film industry, why do you continue to costume related art link masks and Halloween related projects?

I've been working in tv and film for about 14 years now.  After the writers' strike, I began to diversify.  I started making masks for fun about 5 years ago, and I really enjoy it. Now I split my time between working on set and making masks. I like both too much to quit either.

2.    You have several types of masks that you sell on your website, which do you enjoy painting more?

I enjoy creating new pieces, but most of my time is spent working on filling orders.  Painting new things for the first time is my favorite part of the process, but I also always love to paint the Medusa headdresses.  This year's TransWorld will be the first time they are available for purchase. (I've redesigned them to be more wearable.)

3.    Are you unveiling a new masterpiece at TransWorld this year?

This year at TransWorld,  I won't be selling as many bodies as I have in the past to make room for all of the new pieces.  I'm pretty excited to debut the new stuff!  I'll be selling a few things I've never seen anyone else do before, and I think haunters are going to love them.

4.    Concerning your animal masks, how you get them to look so real with laying the hair so perfectly?

I spend a lot of time creating the animal masks.  I use patterns to attach the bulk of the hair. Then I do fur transfers and flocking to finish them off.  It's time-consuming and messy, but it really makes all the difference!

5.    What type of advice do you have for people that want to get into the business of making haunted house style masks?

As far as advice for others, I'm not sure I'm qualified!  I just make things I want to see, and other people seem to like them.  For me, a business just kind of happened naturally. I could probably grow my business faster, but I really just do it because I enjoy it.  So I guess my advice would be to create masks because it's what you love to do. Try to come up with new designs, and with luck and persistence, the business will follow.

Her answers where very interesting and insightful.
I look forward to meeting her at TransWorld and to see her "Family Friendly" pieces. I will post pictures of what she has on her table. She does some amazing work and the pictures can not do them justice. Can not wait to try them all on with several pictures.
So please check back later. 

Syfy Network's Face Off Season 10

FACE OFF

Face Off is an American reality television game show on the Syfy network in which a group of prosthetic makeup artists compete against each other to create prostheses such as those found in science fiction and horror films. Actress McKenzie Westmore, known for her role as Sheridan Crane on the former NBC/DirecTV soap opera Passions, and a member of the Westmore family of makeup artists, serves as the show's host, with judges being Academy Award-winning makeup artist Ve Neill(Ed Wood, Beetlejuice, Mrs. Doubtfire), and television and film makeup artist Glenn Hetrick (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Babylon 5). Creature designer and concept artist Neville Page (Watchmen, Cloverfield, Avatar).

Aside from the creative judges that have worked in the business for years there are tons of talented artist that make it on the show. I have been a huge fan of the show from the first season. I have met several artist at a Halloween trade show called TransWorld and I hope to meet many more in the years to come. I am creating this area of the blog to be able to get to know each artist on their way to the top and be the winner of Face Off.

I want to be able to “interview” each person if they will grant me the time it would take to reply to a few questions that will be the same for each contestant.

Meet the Contestants (The information has been copied off the Faceoff home page. I will be adding in a larger section more detailed information.)

Anna Cali

With a passion for monsters and movies, Anna knew from an early age what industry she was going to be a part of. With goals of being an accomplished make-up SFX artist, she started her career over ten years ago and hit the ground running. Anna is currently an artist at Kosart Studios and an instructor at Kosart Atelier, where she is also an alumnus.
Anna Cali was eliminated from the show on Wednesday March 2, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Anthony Canonica Jr.

Anthony grew up in Southern New Jersey and while attending the Gloucester County Institute of Technology for Dramatic Performing Arts he discovered a passion for makeup. After high school he went to the Tom Savini School of Makeup and Special Effects. With the support of his family, Anthony moved to the NYC area to pursue a career in special effects makeup.
Anthony "Ant" was eliminated from the show on Wednesday January 27, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Greg Schrantz

Always having a passion for the arts, Greg focused his studies on painting and sculpting. It was not until he worked at a haunt that Greg realized his love of special effects. This drove Greg to attend Tom Savini's Special Make-Up Effects Program to learn more about the craft and with the guidance of the talented instructors he was able to make it on Face Off.

Greg was eliminated from the show on Wednesday January 13, 2016.

When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?

I started doing makeup professionally about 2 years ago.

What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?

Lately I've been using a lot of Mehron products but I don't have any particular brand that I prefer over others.

Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?

My etsy shop is https://www.etsy.com/shop/GregsArtsandProps

Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

I am thinking about going but I have not decided yet.

Jennifer Bowden

Jennifer is a costumer and a member of the 501st Legion, the international Star Wars Costuming organization. She is an avid video game player and loves the characters and stories of BioWare the most. Star Wars, Doctor Who and BioWare have been instrumental in pushing her into exploring new skills. Within the last couple of years she has learned (and fallen in love with!) makeup FX so she can make her creatures even more lifelike. Jennifer is married and has three amazing children.
It is difficult to say but Jennifer was eliminated January 20, 2016.

When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?

I probably started a little over a year ago. Before that I've been making costumes for about 12 years and within the last 5 years I started sculpting masks and props. Then yeah, within the last one to two years I started making prosthetics.

What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?

I love PPI premiere products, their skin illustrator palettes are amazing. I've used reel creations as well and love them too. Kryolan has amazing products as well, but I think everyone knows that by now. I like Ben Nye's stuff. And I love Smooth-On's Dragon Skin FX Pro silicone. My favorites.

Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?

I'm 'in process' with my Etsy store. So stay tuned to my social media places for that.

Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

It would be nice to attend TransWorld's Halloween show. I'd definitely like to check it out if I can. I've never gone before.

Johnny Leftwich

Being raised in his film-loving father's household taught Johnny respect for the art, specifically the horror genre, and after high school, he and his best friend DT set out to pursue a life in pictures. Johnny graduated from Tom Savini's Make-Up Effects Program in 2012 and can be seen pulling double duty as both actor and makeup effects artist in GWAR's music video for "Zombies, March!," Steve Johnson's short film Nightmare Cabin and Tom Woodruff Jr.'s feature debut, Fire City: End of Days.
Johnny was eliminated February 17, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Kaleb Lewis

Kaleb has been an artist since he was young. Traveling the United States after high school, he found a knack for face and body painting. After traveling, Kaleb attended Tom Savini's Special Make-Up Effects Program, from which he graduated in May 2015. He is currently pursuing a career as a freelance makeup artist.
Kaleb Lewis was eliminated from the show on Wednesday February 24, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Katie Kinney

Katie is a recent graduate of the Vancouver Film School and is currently working as a Freelance Makeup Artist out of her small studio in Southern Illinois. As she hones her skill sets, Katie loves to create custom prosthetics and beautiful but deadly monsters, each more boldly colored than the last. With a strong science background, Katie uses her extensive knowledge of anatomy to create unique and unusual works of art. Her work encompasses a variety of wild colors, dynamic shapes and her own personal artistic flare.
Katie Kinney was eliminated from the show on Wednesday February 10, 2016.

When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?

I’ve only been doing makeup as a profession for about 3 years now, and one of those years I spent in school learning the important aspects of my trade foundation.  It’s relatively new to me, and I do still supplement my income because of that.  But I’m always learning new things, and that’s one of the things I love most about this industry.  

What brands of makeup do you like to use on the face, on latex, and or silicone?

Some of my favorite products are Skin Illustrator Palettes, Reel Creations Palettes, and Kryolan Auquacolors.  I love to layer Auquacolors to create unique color combinations and to cover a lot of area, but also to give a nice base for airbrushing other colors on.  This works especially well with creatures or makeups that require colors that are non-human or fantastical!  But they can also be used for body painting and beauty makeups, which makes them a nice addition to my kit and a super flexible product all the way around.  I also really enjoy the versatility of alcohol activated palettes, especially the Reel Creations Palettes and Skin Illustrators.  You can do a variety of painting techniques with them, and they last for a long time, even if your model sweats a lot.  They also apply to a lot of different surfaces and materials, which is great. 
It is difficult to say but Jennifer was eliminated February 10, 2016.

As for foam latex, I use Monster Maker’s brand.  I’ve tried a few others, but this one works best for me, especially because I often run foam by myself.  I also really love their  mask latex for making prop heads and over the head masks.  

Unfortunately, I don’t know too much about silicone, but I love what I see others doing with it, and want to try to get into it more.  I’ve heard good things about a lot of different brands, but it usually depends on the project or artist for type of silicone or brand.  

Do you have a store or Etsy that sells products you make?

I don’t currently have an Etsy store, but I am opening up a shop tab on my website at www.kinneyeffects.com.  It’s still under construction, but I’m hoping to get it up and running very soon! 

Will you be attending TransWorld Halloween show?

I’d love to attend the show!  I don’t have tickets just yet, but I’d really like to go!  It’d be perfect for me too, because I live only an hour away from St. Louis.  

Mel Licata

Mel is a licensed esthetician and a trained special effects and beauty makeup artist. After discovering her passion for makeup as an undergraduate in Rider University's Theatre department, Mel completed Tom Savini's Special Make-Up Effects Program in 2015, after which she earned her esthetician's license from Atelier Esthétique in New York City. Mel's experience ranges from bridal and high fashion to work in theater and film.
Mel Licata was eliminated from the show on Wednesday March 30, 2016.

When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?

So I've been doing makeup for about 7 years now- it hasn't ever been my only means of income due to the fact that freelancing has highs and lows. It wasn't until the last couple of years I've been seriously focused on working as a makeup artist for my career.

What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?

This is a loaded question because there are so many amazing brands that help you to achieve different looks. For beauty makeup, The Balm and Eve Pearl are my favorite. For FX work I LOVE Skin Illustrator and Kryolan- specifically Kryolan's supracolor palate. It's amazing. I usually use monster maker's latex- not sure if it's the best, but it's what I've always used. As far as silicone, unfortunately it completely depends on the project. I'm using 2 different types of silicone in one project as we speak! Different brands are good for different things.

Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?

My etsy will be up and running soon. It will be to sell my skin care line! Which may leave some special FX fans bummed haha but they're great products!

Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

I wouldn't be opposed to going to transworld, but I don't have plans to attend as of yet.

Melissa Ebbe

Ever since seeing Michael Jackson's Thriller video at a very young age, Melissa Ebbe has longed to work in special effects. After pursuing more traditional art mediums and earning her BFA, MA and MFA, Melissa finally decided to pursue her lifelong dream of learning how to do special effects and taught herself how to make prosthetics and apply make-ups. She is currently working as an artist and business owner at Feral Works, where she produces masks, statues and other effects-influenced artwork.
Melissa Ebbe was eliminated from the show on Wednesday April 13, 2016.

When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
I've had my online store, Feral Works, for the past 8 years, and I've been selling costuming goods for all of that time. I've been focused on masks and sculptures for the past 3 years

What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
I am not brand specific for make-ups. I love Monster Makers for my latex and Smooth-on for my silicone.

Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
Yep! Http://FeralWorks.etsy.com

Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?
I would very much like to, if my schedule permits!

Njoroge Karumba

Njoroge is an artist and creator who left New England to pursue his dream of being a make-up artist in Atlanta, Georgia. He loves to learn new techniques and teach those that he knows. His goal is to become active in the Atlanta TV and film industry while creating his own art on the side.
Njoroge was eliminated February 3, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Rob Seal

Having grown up in Los Angeles and loving the fantasy and sci-fi genres, Rob's passion for creature creation developed at a fairly young age. At the age of 18, he attended Cinema Makeup School to broaden his skillset. After graduating in February of 2014, he became a CMS lab intern and did several makeup demos for the school. He has since done work in Los Angeles makeup effects labs and started a small art business with some friends.
Rob Seal was the WINNER of Face Off Season 10.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Robert Lindsay

Robert is a German-born ex-dental technician turned special effects makeup artist. He moved to L.A. to feed his creative needs and after graduating from Cinema Makeup School specialized in dental work and fake heads for film and TV. Since then, he has worked on several films and TV shows including The History Channel's UFO Hunters, the monster feature The Millennium Bug and National Geographic’s Killing Kennedy.

When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?

- I started working with Special FX at the end of the 90's in Germany. I did blood and gore FX for several short films.

What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?

- I really like Kryolan stuff. And it's not only because they're German. They make their own products and it's high quality stuff. Talking about Foam - I go with "GM Foam". For Silicone - "Smooth-on" is a good place to go. They have all kinds of materials

Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?

- be it mold making or appliances - and they were always very helpful if you have questions. - I don't have a etsy store, but I might set one up pretty soon.

Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

- I don't know yet if I will attend Transworld. If I do I'll make sure to announce it.

Walter Welsh

Walter was born and raised in a small town where he grew up around sports, cars and motorcycles. He always had a passion for movies, science fiction and art. Walter went from basketball coach to college football athlete to competitive bodybuilding to portrait painting ... and now to special effects. He thinks he has finally found what he loves by creating monsters and painting works of art that come to life.
Walter Welsh was eliminated from the show on Wednesday April 13, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

Yvonne Cox

Yvonne was born in Everett, WA and moved to Canada when she was eight. Before pursuing a career in make-up, she was a hairstylist. She attended the Vancouver Film School's Makeup Design Program, from which she graduated with Honors in April 2010. Yvonne has worked in shops that range from make-up SFX to prop displays and designed creatures and make-up SFX for short films. Yvonne looks forward to further pursuing her career in the make-up industry.
Yvonne Cox was eliminated from the show on Wednesday March 23, 2016.

• When did you start doing makeup/FX as a profession?
• What brand of makeup do you like to use on face, latex, and silicone?
• Do you have a store of Etsy that sells products you make?
• Will you be attending TransWolrd Halloween show in St Louis this year?

And The WINNER IS...... Rob Seal 

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