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Monster Masks

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

27 videos

Halloween Masks Convention Walk Through 4k | MASK FEST 2024
56:48
Other

Halloween Masks Convention Walk Through 4k | MASK FEST 2024

This 4K walk-through tours Mask Fest 2024, spotlighting vendors, monster makers, and collectors showing off Halloween masks crafted from latex, silicone, resin, and more. Hosts Ed and Marsha Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited move through the show floor, chatting with creators and featuring interviews with numerous mask artists and companies. Expect a mix of vintage and modern pieces spanning monster, horror, and comedic designs.

DistortionsUnlimited· 360,938 views
How to Make a Halloween Mask "Painting" | Monster Lab
25:31
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Halloween Mask "Painting" | Monster Lab

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.

DistortionsUnlimited· 348,803 views
How to Paint a Halloween Mask Using Brush Painting Technique | Monster Lab
33:14
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Paint a Halloween Mask Using Brush Painting Technique | Monster Lab

In this episode of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Lab series, Ed Edmunds demonstrates how to paint a Halloween mask using only a brush. It serves as an alternative to a prior airbrush-focused episode, making the technique accessible to those without spray equipment. The walkthrough covers hand-painting methods for achieving a finished monster mask look.

DistortionsUnlimited· 145,632 views
Spirit HALLOWEEN 2020 | Store Tour Part 3 | Animatronics, Decorations, Masks, Themes, & MORE...
19:11
Product Reviews

Spirit HALLOWEEN 2020 | Store Tour Part 3 | Animatronics, Decorations, Masks, Themes, & MORE...

This video is the third installment in Haunt Former's Spirit Halloween 2020 store tour series, walking viewers through the season's latest offerings across animatronics, decorations, masks, and themed displays. The host explores the retail floor to showcase what's new and noteworthy for the 2020 Halloween season. It serves as both a shopping guide and a broad preview of current trends in mass-market Halloween merchandise.

Haunt Former· 110,317 views
latex mask painting
24:44
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

latex mask painting

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.

StiltbeastStudios· 45,599 views
Latex Halloween Mask Care Tips with Ed Edmunds
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Other

Latex Halloween Mask Care Tips with Ed Edmunds

Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited shares quick advice for keeping latex Halloween masks in good shape over time. The short clip focuses on care and storage habits that help preserve a mask's appearance and extend its lifespan. It's a concise, owner-led tip segment rather than a full build or tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 39,714 views
Monster Lab Trailer | Halloween Mask How To Tutorial
3:26
DIY Props

Monster Lab Trailer | Halloween Mask How To Tutorial

This trailer introduces Monster Lab, a multi-episode instructional video series from Distortions Unlimited hosted by industry veteran Ed Edmunds. The series promises to cover the full spectrum of Halloween mask and prop creation, including sculpting, painting, molding, and special effects. Guest artists are featured alongside Edmunds, offering viewers exposure to a variety of professional techniques and styles.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,155 views
Resurrection Mask Painting with Jordu Schell, Ed, & Marsha
1:43
Makeup Tutorials

Resurrection Mask Painting with Jordu Schell, Ed, & Marsha

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.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,133 views
Monster Mask Massacre | How Many Latex Halloween Masks Can Distortions Paint?
16:14
Makeup Tutorials

Monster Mask Massacre | How Many Latex Halloween Masks Can Distortions Paint?

At Monster Day 2022 in Greeley, Colorado, Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds leads a high-energy live speed-painting demonstration on latex Halloween monster masks. After painting each mask on the spot, Ed tosses them into the crowd as prizes, turning the demo into an exciting spectator event. Monster Day is a broader Halloween and horror festival featuring costumes, animatronics, SFX makeup, vendors, and more, with proceeds supporting an anti-bullying initiative.

DistortionsUnlimited· 8,935 views
Mask painting Brush only
6:26
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Mask painting Brush only

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to achieve professional-looking results on a latex mask using brushes alone — no airbrush or spray equipment required. Several core painting techniques are covered, including drybrushing, glazing, antiquing, and masking. The video is a practical, accessible guide for anyone wanting to elevate their mask painting without investing in spray gear.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,887 views
Slugger Distortions Unlimited Latex Mask Rerelease | Mask Fest 2019
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Prop Reviews

Slugger Distortions Unlimited Latex Mask Rerelease | Mask Fest 2019

Distortions Unlimited announces the limited rerelease of Slugger, a classic latex mask originally created in 1982 as part of founder Ed Edmunds' early collector line. New production pieces were cast from molds taken off the original foam master, preserving the vintage character's authentic look. The rerelease coincides with Maskfest 2019, making it a notable event for collectors and Halloween enthusiasts alike.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,127 views
Animatronics Tutorial - Make this creepy animated TONGUE!
15:53
DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

Animatronics Tutorial - Make this creepy animated TONGUE!

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.

Monster Tutorials· 7,015 views
Farewell Monster of the Month
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Other

Farewell Monster of the Month

Distortions Unlimited shares a short farewell message marking the end of their Monster of the Month subscription series. Hosts Ed Edmunds and Marsha Taub address the wrap-up of the recurring latex mask program. The video is a sign-off announcement rather than a build, tutorial, or in-depth product review.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,705 views
HALLOWEEN HUNTING at 2 Spirit Halloween Locations | ANIMATRONICS, PROPS, MASKS, & MORE
21:58
Prop Reviews

HALLOWEEN HUNTING at 2 Spirit Halloween Locations | ANIMATRONICS, PROPS, MASKS, & MORE

The creator visits two Spirit Halloween retail locations and walks viewers through the 2023 seasonal inventory, highlighting animatronics, props, and masks on the floor. The video serves as an in-store tour and informal product showcase for Halloween shoppers scouting what's available that season. It's part of a larger series of Halloween store walkthrough videos produced by the Haunt Former channel.

Haunt Former· 4,334 views
Molding A Mask In Hydrocal
1:27:11
DIY PropsIntermediate

Molding A Mask In Hydrocal

StiltbeastStudios host Allen Hopps walks through the process of molding a mask using Hydrocal, a gypsum-based casting material commonly used in professional haunted attraction prop work. The lengthy runtime suggests a thorough, step-by-step approach covering key stages of the mold-making and casting workflow. The video bridges hobbyist DIY techniques with the professional-grade methods Allen is known for teaching.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,082 views
sculpting teeth in WED clay
10:22
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

sculpting teeth in WED clay

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of sculpting realistic teeth using WED clay, focusing on the essential stages of blocking out the basic forms before moving into refinement. The footage is drawn from a live session and edited down to highlight the core technique. While not a complete step-by-step of a full set of teeth, it gives a clear look at the sculptor's workflow and decision-making process.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,082 views
Bubble free teeth in latex masks
3:38
DIY PropsIntermediate

Bubble free teeth in latex masks

This short tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios tackles one of the most frustrating problems in latex mask making: air bubbles trapped in molded teeth. The video shares a practical trick for keeping the teeth area bubble-free during the casting process, reducing the need for tedious post-pour patching. At just four minutes, it delivers a focused, actionable tip that can meaningfully improve the quality of finished latex masks.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,011 views
Sock Mask Work Night
1:43:12
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Sock Mask Work Night

Stiltbeast Studios hosts a work-night session focused on building sock masks — fabric-based wearable masks popular in haunted attractions. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the construction process in what appears to be a hands-on, real-time format typical of the channel's work-night series. The session is geared toward haunters and costume builders looking to create expressive, performer-friendly mask pieces. Given the runtime of over 100 minutes, this is likely an in-depth, workshop-style video rather than a quick tutorial.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,425 views
Wacko Wednesday New Sculpt Night
4:01:07
DIY PropsAdvanced

Wacko Wednesday New Sculpt Night

Stiltbeast Studios hosts one of their recurring Wacko Wednesday live sculpt nights, with Allen Hopps leading a new sculpt session in real time. The session is geared toward mask and creature prop creation for haunted attractions and Halloween displays. At nearly four hours, the stream gives viewers an extended look at the sculpting process from concept through execution. The format encourages community engagement and learning by watching a seasoned haunt professional work through creative decisions live.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,400 views
Rub Out And Molding!
2:41:52
DIY PropsAdvanced

Rub Out And Molding!

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks viewers through the rub-out and molding process used to create professional-grade Halloween masks and wearable creature props. At nearly three hours, the video offers an in-depth look at the technical craftsmanship behind haunted-attraction-quality pieces. The session is consistent with Stiltbeast's focus on high-end creature fabrication techniques accessible to serious hobbyists and working haunters.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,394 views
sculpture studio 5
57:51
DIY PropsAdvanced

sculpture studio 5

Stiltbeast Studios presents a live sculpting session focused on building a Bigfoot head intended for use as a wearable mask or display prop. The session runs nearly an hour and gives viewers an in-depth look at the creature design and sculpting process from a professional studio perspective. Fans of cryptid creature work and monster mask fabrication will find the extended format particularly useful for studying technique and workflow.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,368 views
Resin tusks from silicone mold- just a first look
1:13
DIY PropsIntermediate

Resin tusks from silicone mold- just a first look

This short clip offers a first look at resin tusks freshly cast from a silicone mold and fitted into a latex mask blank, part of a frost giant creature build. Stiltbeast Studios uses Platsil Gel-25 for the mold and Easy-Flo 120 for the resin cast. The video serves as a teaser highlight pulled from a longer live-stream session, with a link provided to the full mold-making segment.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,165 views
Shop Hang Out We Mold A Half Mask
1:22:55
DIY PropsIntermediate

Shop Hang Out We Mold A Half Mask

StiltbeastStudios hosts an extended shop hang-out session centered on molding a half mask from scratch. Allen Hopps walks viewers through the mold-making process in a relaxed, workshop setting typical of the channel's long-form content. The casual format makes technical fabrication concepts accessible while still covering practical hands-on technique.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,097 views
Sculpting Lottery Wednesday
3:09:44
DIY PropsIntermediate

Sculpting Lottery Wednesday

StiltbeastStudios hosts a sculpting session led by Allen Hopps, diving into the craft of creating Halloween masks and haunt props through live or recorded hands-on work. The session appears to be a long-form, in-depth look at the sculpting process tailored to haunted attraction builders and mask makers. Viewers can expect detailed technique coverage given the nearly three-hour runtime.

StiltbeastStudios· 953 views