Video Tag
Every video tagged “mask making” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
202 videos
This lengthy studio tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the full process of molding a half mask using Ultracal, a professional-grade gypsum cement favored in creature and prop shops. The video is presented by Allen Hopps, a well-known figure in the haunted attraction industry, lending a professional perspective to each step. At over two hours, it provides an in-depth look at the mold-making workflow suitable for producing wearable Halloween masks. The result is a durable mold ready for pulling finished mask pieces for haunted house or costume use.
Ed Edmunds, founder of the legendary Halloween prop and animatronics company Distortions Unlimited, demonstrates gremlin monster sculpting in this short-form clip from the Monster Lab instructional series. The video offers a condensed glimpse into professional-level creature sculpting techniques developed over decades in the industry. It serves as a teaser for the full-length Monster Lab tutorials available on the channel, which cover the complete mask-making pipeline from sculpt to finished prop.
This behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited follows sculptors Tom Cassidy and Ed Edmunds as they work on the Vampire Legend, one of the studio's 2021 Halloween prop releases. Tom puts finishing touches on the facial sculpt while Ed joins him to assess the piece and assist in carefully moving it to a new table for body work. The video offers a rare glimpse into the professional prop-making process at one of the Halloween industry's longest-running manufacturers. Distortions Unlimited has been crafting animatronics, masks, and props in the USA for over four decades.
Veteran haunt builder Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios dives into the everyday adhesive he relies on most: contact cement. The video walks through what makes this glue a go-to in a Halloween prop shop, covering its key strengths and demonstrating its bonding power across different applications. It's a practical, no-nonsense look at a material that shows up constantly in foam work, mask making, and costume fabrication.
Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a straightforward method for sculpting foam horns from common couch or upholstery foam, suitable for props or masks. The condensed tutorial was trimmed from a much longer Facebook Live session, distilling the core technique into about 13 minutes. The approach is designed to be flexible, encouraging viewers to adapt and embellish the process to achieve custom horn shapes for their own builds.
StiltbeastStudios creator Allen Hopps walks through the creation of 'Bupo,' an owl-inspired creature mask or prop for haunted attraction use. The build incorporates specialty paints and wax finishes from Sculpt Nouveu to achieve a detailed, professional-quality monster look. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at how creature pieces are fabricated and finished for scare entertainment environments.
This video is the second part of a travel vlog documenting the creator's attendance at Monster Camp, a hands-on latex mask-making workshop run by industry artist Allen Hopp in Texas. The episode showcases the finished latex mask the creator produced during the camp, along with the impressive results from fellow attendees. It serves as both a reveal of the final pieces and an enthusiastic endorsement of the Monster Camp experience for anyone interested in professional-level mask fabrication.
Stiltbeast Studios shares focused tips on working with hair and fur in the context of werewolf mask making. The video is a quick, practical rundown aimed at creature builders looking to refine their finishing techniques. Despite being a shorter, faster-paced release, it delivers useful insight into how hair and fur are applied or styled for monster masks.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through an extended sculpting session focused on refining a character called The Grouch, pushing surface detail and form toward a finished mask-ready state. At over three hours, the video offers an in-depth look at the iterative refinement process professional mask sculptors use to tighten anatomy, texture, and expression. The content is consistent with Stiltbeast's reputation for high-caliber creature work aimed at haunted attraction and Halloween mask applications.
Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through sculpting a witch Halloween mask from clay. The tutorial is part of the Monster Lab series, which covers the full spectrum of professional mask-making skills including sculpting and painting. The concise runtime makes it an accessible entry point into character mask design from a respected name in the haunt industry.
CFX Masks hosts an all-day livestream showcasing the robotic sculpting of their newest design, the Gemini mask, using their in-house Kuka 6-axis robotic arm nicknamed Wesbot. The workflow begins with a digital sculpt that is translated into a robot path program, allowing the machine to carve the bulk of the form from Monsterclay. Human artists then step in to add finishing details and refinements the robot cannot achieve, ultimately producing a wearable silicone mask. The stream offers an extended, real-time look at how professional-grade technology is integrated into high-end mask production.
This short-form teaser showcases a DIY creepy burlap clown mask as a Halloween costume project. It serves as a preview clip directing viewers to the creator's YouTube channel for the complete step-by-step tutorial. The finished mask has an unsettling, rustic aesthetic achieved through burlap as the primary material.
Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds demonstrates how to sculpt a Wolfman mask from WED clay, offering a look into professional-level creature mask creation. The tutorial is drawn from the channel's Mask Maker kit series, which covers sculpting, painting, and mold-making for a range of creature designs. Viewers get hands-on insight into the shaping and detailing techniques used to bring a classic monster to life in clay.
StiltBeast Studios' Allen Hopps presents an in-depth Krampus mask-building session running over three hours, covering the hands-on craft of creating a wearable creature mask suitable for haunted attractions and DIY prop builders. The video dives into the detailed workmanship behind bringing the iconic Alpine folklore demon to life in mask form. Given the channel's established reputation for professional-grade creature and prop construction, viewers can expect thorough coverage of sculpting, shaping, and finishing techniques.
Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks through the process of removing clay from a finished mask mold and properly cleaning it for the next stage of production. The video is part of a broader Monster Lab tutorial series covering the full mask-making pipeline from sculpting through painting. Even at just three minutes, it focuses on a critical step that can affect the quality of the final pulled mask.
This beginner-friendly tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a simple animated tongue prop using easy-to-source materials. A small eccentric gear motor drives the tongue movement, producing an impressively creepy result. The project is designed to be approachable for those new to animatronics, with minimal tools and straightforward construction steps.
StiltbeastStudios walks through the full process of constructing a latex creature suit, pulling together multiple prior build phases into a cohesive finished wearable. The project spans a sculpted mask, a detailed back piece, and custom gloves, each covered in dedicated companion videos. This lengthy deep-dive reflects the scale and craftsmanship required to produce a professional-grade monster suit for haunted attraction use.
Monster Tutorials introduces its 2018 Mask Challenge, walking viewers through the official rules and prizes for the community competition. The video also features a mail-time unboxing segment showcasing items sent to the channel. It serves as both a promotional announcement for the challenge and an entertaining community-focused segment for Halloween enthusiasts.
A relaxed, long-form studio hangout with the creator of Stiltbeast Studios as they sculpt a classic movie monster mask in real time. The session runs approximately three hours, offering an immersive look at a professional sculptor's process and workspace. Viewers get an unfiltered, fly-on-the-wall experience rather than a step-by-step instructional breakdown.
In this short interview-style clip, Ed Edmunds — co-owner of Distortions Unlimited and a veteran of the Halloween manufacturing industry — reflects on his lifelong passion for monsters, shares his favorite monster, and speaks candidly about the challenges and rewards of making monsters professionally. Distortions Unlimited, based in Greeley, Colorado, produces animatronics, props, masks, and costumes for haunted attractions, theme parks, and the broader Halloween market. Ed's career spans more than four decades and includes recognition through the Travel Channel series Making Monsters. The video offers an intimate glimpse into the mindset of one of Halloween's most influential craftspeople.
SKS Props previews a work-in-progress plague doctor mask built from EVA foam, teasing a free downloadable PDF pattern to accompany a full build tutorial. The pattern is designed to work with either 6mm EVA foam or leather, making it accessible to a range of crafters. The finished mask is intended as a Halloween costume piece or cosplay prop rather than any kind of functional protective gear.
This short video announces the launch of Distortions Unlimited's YouTube membership program. Members who join gain access to exclusive perks including live streams, behind-the-scenes footage, extended cuts, sneak peeks, early video access, and member-only polls. Non-members can still enjoy the channel's regular free content, such as Monster Lab episodes, product videos, and unboxings.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of repairing a damaged plaster mold used for casting latex Halloween masks. The video covers practical techniques for restoring a mold back to a usable condition, extending the life of an existing tool rather than starting from scratch. This is a hands-on, workshop-style tutorial from a studio with a professional creature-making background.
Monster Tutorials kicks off a 2021 prop-making challenge centered on building a creepy burlap mask, with a submission window and a winner announced at month's end. The video also includes an unboxing segment featuring apparel from Into The AM. Affiliate links for burlap and a head form for mask making are provided to help viewers get started on their own entries.
