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Videos built around the creature design theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

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Monster Camp 20. The Finale!
1:51
Makeup Tutorials

Monster Camp 20. The Finale!

Monster Camp 20: The Finale wraps up Stiltbeast Studios' Monster Camp series, showcasing the creature and monster-building work developed throughout the run. Allen Hopps and the Stiltbeast team demonstrate that compelling haunted attraction monsters require serious craft and dedication. The short runtime suggests this is a closing highlight or recap episode rather than a full step-by-step tutorial.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,360 views
Monster Camp 9 Full Head Class!
3:55
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Monster Camp 9 Full Head Class!

Stiltbeast Studios offers a class-style look at the process of constructing a full head monster piece as part of their Monster Camp 9 series. The short video highlights the craft and skill involved in building wearable creature heads suitable for haunted attractions and Halloween performances. Viewers are invited to support the channel through Patreon to access more in-depth content.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,352 views
Sculpting
2:37:16
DIY PropsIntermediate

Sculpting

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through a sculpting session focused on creating Halloween prop or creature work for haunted attraction use. At nearly two and a half hours, the video offers an in-depth, real-time look at the sculpting process from an experienced haunt industry professional. The content is geared toward builders who want to develop hands-on fabrication skills for professional-quality props.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,131 views
prop head painting!
2:24:11
DIY PropsIntermediate

prop head painting!

StiltbeastStudios hosts an in-depth painting session focused on a prop head, walking viewers through the process of bringing a Halloween prop to life with paint and finishing techniques. At nearly two and a half hours, the video offers an extended, detailed look at professional-level prop painting as practiced in the haunted attraction industry. Allen Hopps shares his approach to achieving convincing, scary results on a prop suitable for haunted house environments.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,040 views
Werewolf Foot Mold....and Friends
3:12:41
DIY PropsAdvanced

Werewolf Foot Mold....and Friends

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· 4,021 views
Kappa- monster in a minute
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DIY Props

Kappa- monster in a minute

A fast-paced highlight reel showcasing the creation of a Kappa, a creature from Japanese folklore, built using paper mache techniques by Stiltbeast Studios. The condensed format offers a quick visual overview of the build process from start to finish. A full-length tutorial version is available separately on the creator's channel for those wanting step-by-step guidance.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,966 views
Star Trek Continues Behind the Scenes with Distortions Unlimited
8:09
DIY Animatronics

Star Trek Continues Behind the Scenes with Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes video follows Ed Edmunds and the Distortions Unlimited team as they design and build the USDI creature for the Star Trek Continues fan web series episode 'Come Not Between Dragons.' It offers a rare look inside the professional workflow of one of the Halloween industry's leading creature and prop fabrication studios. Distortions Unlimited is shown applying their expertise in animatronics, masks, SFX costumes, and props to a high-profile sci-fi fan production.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,953 views
A New Monster Baby Has Arrived at Distortions Unlimited!
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Prop Reviews

A New Monster Baby Has Arrived at Distortions Unlimited!

Distortions Unlimited unveils Morphee, a hand-crafted hollow latex monster baby mascot created for their annual Monster Day event in downtown Greeley, Colorado. Morphee marks the tenth and final Monster Day character the studio has produced over a decade of the tradition. The prop will become available for purchase online on August 22nd, coinciding with the Monster Day event.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,933 views
Creating Floppy Human Skin Workshop's Amazing Latex Art! #art #specialfx #hauntedhouseprop
2:19
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Creating Floppy Human Skin Workshop's Amazing Latex Art! #art #specialfx #hauntedhouseprop

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.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,893 views
NEW for 2021 TRICK OR TREAT Studios MASKS + MORE // HAuNTcon & HPE 2021
13:55
Prop Reviews

NEW for 2021 TRICK OR TREAT Studios MASKS + MORE // HAuNTcon & HPE 2021

This video offers a walkthrough of Trick or Treat Studios' 2021 product lineup, covering new masks, props, and puppets previewed at HAuNTcon and Halloween & Party Expo 2021. The host guides viewers through the brand's digital catalog, highlighting standout pieces from the upcoming release year. It serves as an enthusiast-focused preview for collectors and haunt operators looking to see what's new from one of the industry's prominent Halloween manufacturers.

Haunt Former· 3,875 views
White Krampus Mask Making!
3:29:20
DIY PropsAdvanced

White Krampus Mask Making!

StiltbeastStudios' Allen Hopps walks through the creation of a white Krampus mask in this lengthy, in-depth session running over three hours. The video covers the hands-on process of bringing a custom creature mask from concept to finished wearable piece. With a focus on haunt-quality craftsmanship, the build is aimed at serious prop makers and mask artists looking to push their creature work further.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,821 views
Making Monsters at Distortions Unlimited | Monsters and Music
8:25
DIY Animatronics

Making Monsters at Distortions Unlimited | Monsters and Music

This video offers an archival, music-driven look inside Distortions Unlimited, one of the Halloween industry's most recognized prop and animatronics manufacturers. Set to music rather than narration, the footage showcases the monster-making process from concept to finished creature. It serves as a visually engaging celebration of the craftsmanship behind professional Halloween masks, props, and animatronics. Fans of the brand and the broader haunt industry will find it an atmospheric tribute to the art of making monsters.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,691 views
mask painting
48:46
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

mask painting

StiltbeastStudios delivers a nearly 50-minute deep dive into painting masks, guided by industry veteran Allen Hopps. The session likely covers color layering, shading, and detailing techniques to achieve professional-quality, scare-ready results. Given the channel's haunted-attraction focus, the approach is geared toward durability and visual impact under haunt conditions.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,656 views
CFX Pow Wow
4:15
Prop Reviews

CFX Pow Wow

This short video offers a behind-the-scenes peek at the creative design process inside Composite Effects (CFX), showcasing upcoming silicone mask designs ahead of their Transworld 2012 debut. It serves as a teaser, with full product demo videos set to release alongside the trade show reveal. The clip highlights the artistry and character work that CFX brings to their wearable silicone mask lineup.

CFX MASKS· 3,656 views
New costumes from Stilt Beast Studios at Transworld's Halloween and Attractions Show #haashow
0:31
Professional Haunted Attractions

New costumes from Stilt Beast Studios at Transworld's Halloween and Attractions Show #haashow

This short clip captures Stilt Beast Studios showcasing their latest costume offerings on the floor of the Transworld Halloween and Attractions Show. The footage highlights professional-grade wearable creature costumes, likely including stilt-based designs that dramatically alter a performer's silhouette. It offers a quick but compelling look at cutting-edge haunt industry costuming from a recognized specialty builder.

Haunted Attraction Network· 3,563 views
Mask Making- Finishing JACK
1:38:20
DIY PropsAdvanced

Mask Making- Finishing JACK

StiltbeastStudios walks through the finishing stages of a Halloween mask character named Jack in this nearly two-hour deep-dive tutorial. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the detail work and finishing processes that bring a haunted-attraction-quality mask to completion. The video is aimed at serious mask makers looking to elevate their craft to a professional haunted-house standard.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,428 views
monster Camp 25! last looks!
3:36
Makeup Tutorials

monster Camp 25! last looks!

StiltbeastStudios wraps up Monster Camp 25 with a 'last looks' showcase of finished monster characters and creature makeups ahead of haunted attraction season. The short video offers a final reveal of the completed builds and looks assembled during the camp event. It provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the professional-level creature and character work that goes into staffing a haunted attraction.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,382 views
The Upside Down Is Bugging Me
2:30:35
DIY Props

The Upside Down Is Bugging Me

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios takes viewers through a prop or creature build inspired by the Upside Down aesthetic from Stranger Things, incorporating insect or bug-like monster elements. The lengthy runtime suggests a detailed, in-depth build session covering design and fabrication techniques suited for haunted attraction use. Stiltbeast Studios is known for professional-grade haunt prop construction, so expect polished instruction geared toward serious builders. The Stranger Things-inspired theme makes this relevant for both home haunters and professional attraction designers looking to tap into that popular IP aesthetic.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,200 views
Mnsted Camp 10/Final Looks
4:00
Makeup Tutorials

Mnsted Camp 10/Final Looks

Stiltbeast Studios wraps up a monster-making camp session by showcasing the final creature looks created during the event. The short video gives viewers a reveal-style look at the finished monster characters, highlighting the artistry behind professional haunted attraction makeup and costuming. It reflects the studio's focus on hands-on training and high-caliber creature design for the haunt industry.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,170 views
Deranged gallery two.wmv
4:32
Prop Reviews

Deranged gallery two.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios showcases his 'Deranged' line of latex character masks in this gallery-style video. The collection spans a variety of unsettling characters, including serial killer and steampunk-influenced designs. The video is presented as creative inspiration for fellow mask makers and haunt enthusiasts rather than a step-by-step tutorial. Masks from this line are available for purchase through Stiltbeast's First Stab Club membership.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,151 views
Beast Mode And Stan Makes A Mold!
2:47:39
DIY PropsAdvanced

Beast Mode And Stan Makes A Mold!

StiltbeastStudios returns with an extended behind-the-scenes session covering mold making for a beast-themed creature prop or costume piece. The video follows creators Allen and Hopps through the hands-on fabrication process, offering an in-depth look at professional-level prop and mask construction techniques used in haunted attractions. At nearly three hours, this is a deep-dive format typical of Stiltbeast's thorough workshop-style content.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,136 views
Monstercamp 13! Final Looks!!!
2:35
Makeup Tutorials

Monstercamp 13! Final Looks!!!

Stiltbeast Studios wraps up Monstercamp 13 with a showcase of the final completed monster looks created during the event. The short video highlights the finished creature characters ready for deployment in haunted attraction environments. It offers a satisfying reveal of the creative work that went into building each monster design throughout the camp.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,957 views
Demogorgon 2 Electric Bugaloo
5:12:13
DIY PropsAdvanced

Demogorgon 2 Electric Bugaloo

StiltbeastStudios creator Allen Hopps tackles a Demogorgon build in this extended, in-depth session — the title suggesting it's a sequel or follow-up to a previous Demogorgon project. At over five hours of runtime, the video likely covers a full or near-complete fabrication workflow for a wearable creature costume or haunted-attraction prop inspired by the iconic Stranger Things monster. Expect detailed hands-on construction content consistent with Stiltbeast's known style of professional-grade creature work made accessible to serious hobbyists.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,864 views
YTW 2020 Barnaclesmp4
13:49
DIY PropsIntermediate

YTW 2020 Barnaclesmp4

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates a flexible method for creating realistic barnacle texture plates suitable for haunted attraction use. The barnacle pieces can be scaled to any size, giving builders options for both large set pieces and smaller accent details. These modular plates can either be built directly onto a surface or fabricated separately and attached later, making them versatile for a variety of prop and set applications.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,801 views
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