Video Tag
Every video tagged “mask painting” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
45 videos
In this installment of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Lab series, Ed Edmunds demonstrates how to create a latex Halloween mask from start to finish. The episode walks through pouring latex and painting the finished mask, which can be worn as part of a costume or used as a display piece. It draws on Distortions' professional background in haunt props, masks, and animatronics.
Stiltbeast Studios hosts an extended paint-a-thon session focused on painting a Halloween mask, streamed in a marathon-length format. The session appears to walk viewers through the process of bringing a mask to life with paint and detail work. Given the channel's professional haunt background, techniques are likely geared toward achieving high-quality, haunt-ready results.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of strapping and painting half masks for use in haunted attractions, in a lengthy session originally broadcast live on Facebook. The video was migrated to YouTube by popular request, so viewers should expect some reduction in visual quality inherent to the original live-stream format. At over three and a half hours, it offers an in-depth, real-time look at the techniques Allen uses to make wearable masks performance-ready. It is a valuable resource for haunt actors and costume builders looking to finish professional-quality character masks.
In Monster Lab Episode 20, industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks through the complete painting and hairing process for a fitted latex zombie mask that moves with the wearer's face. The tutorial covers airbrushing techniques and hair application to achieve a realistic, wearable zombie look suitable for haunts, zombie walks, and Halloween events. As part of a broader DIY mask-making series, the episode focuses specifically on the finishing stages that bring a latex mask to life.
StiltbeastStudios walks through the complete process of painting a latex mask from start to finish. A standout tip is the use of Plasti-Dip glossifier — a product commonly found at auto parts stores — to achieve a professional surface finish. The tutorial covers the full painting workflow at a pace suitable for both beginners looking to level up and experienced prop-makers refining their technique.
Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks through how to mix the base paint used for finishing latex masks and haunt props in this first Monster Lab segment. He explains the prep step before color and detail work, noting the mixed paint can be laid down with either a quart sprayer or an airbrush. It's a short, foundational tutorial aimed at painting masks and props consistently.
In this installment of Monster Lab, Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks through a "rub out" paint technique used to finish a latex gremlin mask. The method is a staple approach at the studio for building depth and realism on cast masks. As part one of the lesson, it focuses on the foundational steps of the paint job for aspiring mask makers.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through practical techniques for painting latex masks using a Harbor Freight quick change airbrush. The video addresses several common problems users encounter and offers straightforward fixes to keep the workflow moving. It's a concise, beginner-friendly guide aimed at getting mask makers painting faster and with better results.
In this short Monster Lab segment, Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited demonstrates a quick, effective approach to base painting latex Halloween masks and props. The focus is on building dimension by laying in highlights and shadows so a flat mask reads with depth and realism. It's a bite-sized look at the studio's mask-finishing process and part of an ongoing episode series.
Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited and mask historian AJ Good of House of Masks dive into the origin story of the iconic Baby Face mask worn by Slipknot's Greg 'Cuddles' Welts. Ed explains the creative concept behind the Baby Face design and offers a look at how Distortions paints their latex masks in-house. AJ contributes expert context on how Slipknot incorporated the mask into their visual identity and its place in theatrical mask history. Together, the two offer a rare blend of manufacturing insight and pop-culture documentation.
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.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a fast, approachable method for painting latex Halloween masks, showing multiple color schemes side by side to highlight how technique and palette affect the final look. Masks are base-coated in latex paint, detailed with acrylics, and finished with a protective coat of ArmorAll. Painting the same mask in different colorways makes it easy to compare results and understand how contrast drives a convincing finish.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through the complete lifecycle of a latex lobster mask in a single 23-minute video, covering every major stage from initial sculpt to finished painted piece. Viewers see the two-piece mold created, latex poured and pulled, and the mask brought to life with paint. The lobster design carries a carnival or circus character aesthetic well-suited for costumes and haunted house characters. This is a rare end-to-end look at professional mask-making condensed into one cohesive session.
StiltbeastStudios walks through how to correctly assemble the Harbor Freight Deluxe Airbrush, offering a clean and straightforward visual reference for first-time users. The short runtime makes it an efficient primer for anyone unfamiliar with the tool's components and how they fit together. The creator positions this airbrush as a solid budget-friendly option for haunt prop and mask work.
Legendary creature sculptor Jordu Schell joins Distortions Unlimited founders Ed and Marsha to paint masks from the Resurrection collector mask line. The short clip offers a behind-the-scenes look at the professional hand-painting process used on these high-end Halloween masks. It provides a rare glimpse into how studio-level artists approach finishing collector-grade pieces.
Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited demonstrates latex prop painting techniques on a Gremlin Halloween prop in this quick clip from the Monster Lab instructional series. The short showcases professional-level airbrushing on a finished latex piece, offering a glimpse into the coloring process used by experienced prop makers. Viewers are directed to the full Monster Lab episode on the channel for a complete walkthrough.
This video rounds up highlights from Monster Day 2023, a family-friendly monster-themed festival held in Greeley, Colorado. Viewers get a look at costumed attendees, a costume contest, vendor booths, food, and the crowd of monsters on display. Distortions Unlimited is featured as a returning participant, bringing their crew and monsters while hosting a mask painting demo and giveaway.
StiltbeastStudios' Allen Hopps walks through the process of airbrushing a creature-style latex mask using a budget-friendly Harbor Freight airbrush. He demonstrates a custom latex mask paint recipe blending casting latex, distilled water, and interior flat house paint, supplemented with Pinata alcohol-based inks for vibrant color and Liquitex high gloss medium for finishing effects. The video also covers practical airbrush maintenance, using a common automotive windshield fluid as a cleaning solution. It's a solid intermediate-level guide for anyone looking to achieve professional-quality paint on latex masks without high-end equipment.
Stiltbeast Studios offers a quick look at the process of painting a silicone mask in this short-form video. The clip highlights the craft behind bringing monster characters to life for haunted attractions and Halloween applications. It serves as a teaser for the studio's broader mask-making and prop-building content available through their Patreon.
StiltbeastStudios walks through how to achieve a crackle-paint finish on a latex mask inspired by the aged, distressed look seen in Scream 6. The tutorial covers the painting process step by step, showing how crackle medium creates realistic surface texture that elevates a standard Ghostface mask into a screen-accurate prop. This is a practical technique applicable to haunted attraction costumes and DIY Halloween builds alike.
This video tours the Distortions Unlimited booth at the 2024 Midwest Haunters Convention, showcasing their props and animatronics alongside booth interviews. The centerpiece is a fast-paced mask painting demo where Ed Edmunds, Allen Hopps with the Stiltbeast Studios crew, and Michael Chaille of Ghost Ride race to paint 50 masks in 10 minutes. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at convention energy and pro mask artistry rather than a step-by-step tutorial.
Ed Edmunds, founder of Distortions Unlimited, walks through the painting process for Fang, a latex Monster Buddy prop and 2020 mascot for the Monster Day festival in Greeley, Colorado. The demo highlights airbrush techniques used to bring Fang's character to life, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how professional-grade Halloween props are finished at Distortions Unlimited. The video also briefly introduces other characters in the Monster Buddies lineup, including the Greeley Gremlin and Chewbe. Fang and the other Monster Buddies are available for purchase through the Distortions Unlimited website.
Distortions Unlimited brings their live stage energy to Monster Day 2023 in Greeley, Colorado, where Ed Edmunds and the crew speed paint a batch of latex monster masks. The finished masks are tossed into the crowd as giveaways, with live monster guitar from Tom Cassidy and plenty of crowd reaction throughout. It's an entertainment-focused festival recap rather than a step-by-step tutorial, though painting fans can watch the crew's techniques in action.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of painting a latex pumpkin-faced mask, demonstrating how color and detail work transform a raw latex piece into a finished Halloween-ready character. The video focuses on the painting stage of mask production, showcasing the studio's signature creature design aesthetic. It serves as both an inspirational showcase and a practical look at professional mask finishing techniques.
