Finishing Merman!
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What this video covers
StiltbeastStudios wraps up construction on an elaborate merman creature prop in this lengthy session. The video follows Allen Hopps through the finishing stages of the build, covering detailing and surface work needed to bring the aquatic monster to completion. At nearly two and a half hours, the video offers an in-depth look at the final steps of a complex haunted-attraction-quality creature prop.
Key takeaways
- ◆Full finishing process for a large-scale merman creature prop
- ◆Insight into professional haunted-attraction prop-building techniques from Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios
- ◆Extended runtime allows detailed coverage of late-stage build work
- ◆Applicable to both home haunters and professional haunt builders seeking creature prop inspiration
Who this is for
Intermediate to advanced prop builders and haunted attraction designers who want to follow a professional creature-prop build from near-completion to finished piece.
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