Video Tag
Every video tagged “latex” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
34 videos
Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of building plastic horns from scratch and breathing new life into an existing latex Krampus mask. The video covers a range of prop-making and finishing skills applicable to haunted attraction and home haunt builds alike. It's a multi-technique session that blends fabrication and refurbishment into a single cohesive project.
Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes of the creation of Kong, a massive animatronic gorilla head standing approximately 11 feet tall when fully raised. The prop features a hand-sculpted latex-and-foam construction over a heavy-duty metal armature, with pneumatic mechanics animating the mouth, head rotation, and independently moving eyes and eyelids. Sculpted by company founder Ed Edmunds, Kong ships as a turnkey package that includes a control system, audio track, amplifier, fog machine, and simulated lightning effects. The result is a professional-grade, classic-monster centerpiece suited for haunted attractions, theme parks, and high-end home haunts.
This tutorial demonstrates how to transform Funkin foam pumpkins into gruesome, decayed Halloween props using the corpsing technique with latex and cotton balls. The process involves layering latex and cotton to simulate rotting, deteriorating flesh on the pumpkin surface. It's a budget-friendly and accessible method that dramatically elevates the horror aesthetic of an otherwise ordinary foam pumpkin.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the full latex mask-making process in a single consolidated overview, condensing material that is otherwise spread across many hours of separate videos. Rather than a step-by-step hands-on tutorial, this is a high-level talk-through designed to give beginners and intermediate makers a clear mental map of the entire workflow before they dive deeper. The goal is to help viewers ask smarter, more targeted questions as they pursue the craft further.
Monster Tutorials walks viewers through crafting grotesque human-face pies — a cannibal-inspired Halloween prop popularized in haunted displays. The build combines clay sculpting, plaster work, and latex to create realistic baked-crust pies with eerily lifelike faces pressed into the filling. Acrylic teeth add a finishing horror detail that elevates the realism. The project draws inspiration from the creations of haunt artist It Came From Under My Bed.
This behind-the-scenes video from Distortions Unlimited — a veteran American monster-making studio with over 45 years in the industry — walks viewers through the creation of four distinct Halloween animatronics and props: the Xenovore, Demon Legend Prop, Alien Incubator, and Infected. The production process spans multiple disciplines, including sculpting, molding, latex pouring, painting, welding, and mechanical work. The video offers a rare professional-level look at how large-scale Halloween animatronics go from concept to finished creature. It serves as both an educational showcase and a brand spotlight for one of the haunted attraction industry's most established manufacturers.
StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of crafting a realistic human skin prop or wearable piece suitable for haunted attractions and Halloween displays. The tutorial covers techniques for achieving convincing skin-like texture and appearance. It is geared toward haunters and prop makers looking to add a disturbing, high-impact element to their setups.
Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through adding realistic zombie eyes, goo, and gore details to a severed-head Halloween prop. This is episode 15 of the Monster Lab instructional series, which covers the full spectrum of mask and prop creation. The focus here is on finishing and detailing techniques that elevate a basic prop into a convincing undead showpiece.
Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited offers a brief walkthrough of the air compressor room behind their mask-making studio. He explains how compressed air powers their airbrushes, latex pumps, and several animatronic props. It's a short behind-the-scenes glimpse rather than a step-by-step build.
This video walks through the completed build of a pneumatic biohazard barrel Halloween prop. The effect uses an air-powered mechanism to lift or animate a barrel, enhanced with rope lights and an expanding-foam-and-latex creature head for a dramatic reveal. The finished piece combines practical pneumatics with atmospheric lighting and sculpted horror elements for a striking haunt installation.
FrightProps showcases their Thrashing Tentacle, a motorized animated Halloween prop designed to mimic a writhing sea-creature appendage. Each unit operates as a standalone, self-contained animatronic requiring no additional components. The short video serves as a product showcase highlighting the prop's lifelike movement and creature aesthetics.
Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the complete process of creating a latex and foam master inside a mold — useful both for producing additional molds and for creating standalone foam-filled busts. The session was recorded live, so viewer questions are addressed in real time, adding extra instructional depth. Materials used include mask latex and an expanding rigid foam, both sourced from BITY Mold Supply.
Ed Edmunds and Jordu Schell — both known from the Travel Channel reality series Making Monsters — are shown painting Distortions Unlimited's Resurrection collector series latex masks, with additional painting work contributed by Tom Cassidy. The Resurrection line is a special series sculpted by Jordu Schell that pays homage to classic Distortions Unlimited Halloween masks. The short clip offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the professional hand-painting process behind these sought-after collector pieces.
In this episode of the Monster Lab instructional series, industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the essential tools and supplies needed to set up a home monster-making studio. The focus is on equipping beginners and enthusiasts with the foundational knowledge to start sculpting, molding, and painting Halloween masks and props the professional way. Drawing on Distortions Unlimited's deep manufacturing background, Ed shares practical guidance on material selection and studio organization. At 73 minutes, it's a thorough orientation for anyone serious about entering the craft.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their 2023 flagship animatronic, Grim Death — a towering grim reaper prop standing approximately 11 feet tall and wielding a latex-and-foam scythe with a metal armature. The animatronic leans menacingly toward guests and delivers a startling air blast from its mouth, enhanced by built-in fog and lighting effects. Crafted in the USA by a manufacturer with over four decades of experience, it is positioned as a premium centerpiece for haunted houses, home haunts, or large Halloween events.
In part six of Stiltbeast Studios' ongoing brain mold series, the focus shifts to finalizing the latex brain prop and preparing it for display. This episode covers the finishing steps that bring the piece from raw casting to a show-ready haunted house prop. The series demonstrates a professional studio approach to latex mold making for horror applications.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to build a wearable ogre head using extremely affordable, everyday materials — paper mache, latex, acrylic caulk, and tin foil — for a total cost of around $8. The result is a whimsical, character-rich creature head suitable for haunted houses, Renaissance faires, or costume events. The build showcases how professional-looking creature work doesn't require expensive foam or specialty sculpting materials. This is a great example of resourceful, accessible monster-making from an experienced haunt professional.
FrightProps showcases a motion-activated zombie head prop that animates the illusion of a zombie chewing and attempting to swallow a rat protruding from its mouth. The piece combines a latex outer skin with a rigid internal armature to deliver a convincing, grotesque eating cycle. This short video serves as a product demonstration highlighting the prop's movement and overall creepy effect.
Stiltbeast Studios creator Allen Hopps walks through the creation of a samurai-themed Halloween mask or character piece suitable for haunted attraction use. The roughly 30-minute video covers the hands-on build process from the studio's signature creature-making perspective. As with other Stiltbeast content, the focus is on professional-quality, wearable monster design intended for live haunt environments.
StiltbeastStudios continues their orc mask creation series in this second installment, focusing on the mold-making phase of the build. The video walks through the process of molding an orc mask, a critical step in producing a finished wearable creature piece. As part of a multi-part series, viewers get an in-depth look at professional-level mask fabrication techniques.
StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of creating a werewolf foot mold in this lengthy, in-depth session led by Allen Hopps. The video covers creature fabrication techniques applicable to haunted attraction costumes and wearable props. At over three hours, it likely includes detailed step-by-step molding and casting demonstrations alongside related creature build content. The title's 'and Friends' suggests additional mold-making or creature projects are featured alongside the primary werewolf foot build.
StiltbeastStudios showcases the craft of creating realistic, floppy human skin using latex in this short-form highlight clip. The video offers a glimpse into professional-level special effects prop fabrication suitable for haunted houses and Halloween attractions. A link to the full tutorial is provided for viewers wanting a deeper look at the technique.
Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps hosts a live sculpting session in a bingo-style interactive format, crafting a Wednesday Addams-inspired character piece. The session runs nearly two hours, giving viewers an extended look at professional-level prop and mask sculpting techniques. As a Stiltbeast production, the content is geared toward haunted attraction builders and serious Halloween prop makers looking to elevate their character work.
Stiltbeast Studios offers a short, visually engaging look at applying liquid latex to create striking art on a concrete surface for Halloween prop or set work. The clip showcases the satisfying, process-driven side of professional haunted attraction fabrication. It serves as both a creative teaser and a channel promotion for their Patreon community.
