Apologies for all the sale-related messages; have a bunch of copies of both books from this past weekend's signing & just wanted to try & get them to good homes if possible (plus, need to raise some $ for some upcoming vet bills too). Thank you for bearing with me & shares are greatly appreciated! 🖤
I also set up pages for signed copies of each volume of MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS at BuyMeACoffee too (in case that's easier - still free shipping!):
VOLUME 1: www.buymeacoffee.com/b2te6h0js/e/...
VOLUME 2: www.buymeacoffee.com/b2te6h0js/e/...
(Sending 1st batch of books this weekend too!)
If you want to get MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS: VOL 1 and/or 2 & you're not into PayPal, you can also use my Venmo link ($25 each) & indicate which books you want & I'll follow up for your address & message from there (my acct is private so you're safe) account.venmo.com/u/thehorrorc...
Hey y'all! I am selling copies of MAKEUP & EFFECTS: VOL 1 and/or 2 directly until 11/13 to get everything out before the holidays. Hardcover, $25 each. If you'd like to grab a copy/copies of VOL 1 or 2 via PayPal click here: www.paypal.com/pools/c/8YJg... (I'll follow up for address/message)
DREAM MASTER really was the coolest y'all.
You can read about "Screaming Mad" George's experiences on DREAM MASTER in Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3qC3T4y & I paid tribute to John Carl Buechler (who was a genuinely wonderful force of good in the FX industry) in Volume 2: https://amzn.to/45h7l3N More DREAM Master fun to come in Volumes 3/4!
Happy DREAM MASTER day to all those who celebrate! Renny Harlin's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 4: THE DREAM MASTER was released 35 years ago today. Dozens of brilliant artists contributed to the sequel's FX, including Steve Johnson, John Carl Buechler, "Screaming Mad" George, Kevn Yagher & many more!
'Twas a busy day here so I almost missed Monster Monday! It's late but let's go ahead and celebrate the Prawns of DISTRICT 9 (which celebrated its 14th anniversary today), which were designed & brought to life by WETA using a mix of both practical fx & CGI.
Svolte demons from "As You Were" Episodes
The Singing Demon from the "Once More With Feeling" Episode
Mandraz from "Wrecked" Episode
Mask for a Puppet Henchman from "Once More With Feeling"
Happy Friday, everyone! Today we're celebrating several of the creatures that award-winning FX legend Joel Harlow created for the BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER TV series. Slay on!
Thank you so much for the kind words!
A fantastic book.
I highly recommend both volumes. Really great reads!
If you're a special effects fan, you will also love VOLUME 2 in the MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS series & it's currently on sale at the publisher's site too: aminkpublishing.com/store/ols/products/monst...
Enjoy monster fans!
If you're digging this account & love practical effects, be sure to check out the book series MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS. You can currently purchase Volume 1 here: aminkpublishing.com/store/ols/products/pre-o... (it's currently on sale right now too!)
Chris Sarandon as Jerry Dandridge
Jonathan Stark poses with the Billy Cole sculpture
Animatronic Werewolf from FRIGHT NIGHT
Stephen Geoffreys in his Evil Ed Makeup
It's Thirsty Thursday, y'all! We have new a vampire movie this weekend but let's first take a moment to celebrate one of the best of the '80s - FRIGHT NIGHT. The film's effects were spearheaded by legends Steve Johnson & Randall William Cook. You're so cool, Brewster!
Svolte demons from "As You Were" Episodes
The Singing Demon from the "Once More With Feeling" Episode
Mandraz from "Wrecked" Episode
Mask for a Puppet Henchman from "Once More With Feeling"
Happy Friday, everyone! Today we're celebrating several of the creatures that award-winning FX legend Joel Harlow created for the BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER TV series. Slay on!
My all-time favorite vampire flick.
Sketch of an unnamed monster from Screaming Mad George (with nail spikes in its head and a very scary smile)
Sketch of an unnamed monster from Screaming Mad George (wearing boxers and crying out of a giant eye)
Happy Weird Wednesday, everyone! Today, let's celebrate one of the most wonderful weirdos from the world of special effects: "Screaming" Mad George. Here are some exclusive sketches he shared w/me that don't seem to be online. Enjoy!
Chris Sarandon as Jerry Dandridge
Jonathan Stark poses with the Billy Cole sculpture
Animatronic Werewolf from FRIGHT NIGHT
Stephen Geoffreys in his Evil Ed Makeup
It's Thirsty Thursday, y'all! We have new a vampire movie this weekend but let's first take a moment to celebrate one of the best of the '80s - FRIGHT NIGHT. The film's effects were spearheaded by legends Steve Johnson & Randall William Cook. You're so cool, Brewster!
Dick Smith prepping the Eva/Alma specter between takes on GHOST STORY (1981)
Happy Spooky Saturday everyone! Here's a look at Dick Smith prepping the Eva/Alma specter between takes on GHOST STORY (1981).
Mark Sullivan works with the stop-motion dinosaur in HOUSE II.
Creating Slim Razor's makeup on HOUSE II
The Caterpuppy named Bippy from HOUSE II
The Crystal Skull prop from HOUSE II
It's Sunday Funday around these parts, so today, let's celebrate the wildly imaginative effects from HOUSE II: THE SECOND STORY, created by Chris Walas & his team at CWI. Bippy the Caterpuppy deserves to be a horror icon & HOUSE II still remains the best movie featuring a crystal skull!
Matt Rose with the Gillman, Stan Winston looks on
The Mummy as designed by Shane Mahan
Tom Woodruff Jr. sculpts Frankenstein
John Rosengrant works on the head of The Wolfman
Happy Monster Monday! Time to showcase one of the best monster celebrations of the '80s: THE MONSTER SQUAD
The crew:
Gillman: Matt Rose (pictured) & Steve Wang
Mummy: Shane Mahan
Frankenstein: Tom Woodruff Jr. (who played Gillman too)
Werewolf: John Rosengrant
Not Pictured: Dracula by Alec Gillis
Linda Blair getting a lifecast for The Exorcist
Linda Blair coming out of a lifecast for The Exorcist
Dick Smith applies prosthetics to Linda Blair for THE EXORCIST
Dick Smith does some touch ups on Linda Blair between takes on THE EXORCIST
It's Terror Tuesday! Yesterday, we lost the legendary William Friedkin so let's celebrate the work of another legend who brought his terrifying vision for THE EXORCIST to life: Dick Smith. Smith was one of the most innovative makeup artists ever & he raised the bar w/his work on this classic film.
Sketch of an unnamed monster from Screaming Mad George (with nail spikes in its head and a very scary smile)
Sketch of an unnamed monster from Screaming Mad George (wearing boxers and crying out of a giant eye)
Happy Weird Wednesday, everyone! Today, let's celebrate one of the most wonderful weirdos from the world of special effects: "Screaming" Mad George. Here are some exclusive sketches he shared w/me that don't seem to be online. Enjoy!
Linda Blair getting a lifecast for The Exorcist
Linda Blair coming out of a lifecast for The Exorcist
Dick Smith applies prosthetics to Linda Blair for THE EXORCIST
Dick Smith does some touch ups on Linda Blair between takes on THE EXORCIST
It's Terror Tuesday! Yesterday, we lost the legendary William Friedkin so let's celebrate the work of another legend who brought his terrifying vision for THE EXORCIST to life: Dick Smith. Smith was one of the most innovative makeup artists ever & he raised the bar w/his work on this classic film.
There are many reasons as to why I love The Monster Squad, and the Practical Effects work is high up on that list...
He's an incredible character!
I remember the Gillman in Monster Squad making me feel a type of way I couldn't put into words until decades later.
Yes to all of this!!!!