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Monsters, Makeup & Effects
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Account championing the history of special effects in cinema & celebrating the MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS book series from Heather Wixson (@thehorrorchick.bsky.social)
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! 🖤
October 26, 2023 at 5:57 AM
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!)
October 26, 2023 at 5:53 AM
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...
October 26, 2023 at 5:52 AM
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)
October 26, 2023 at 5:50 AM
DREAM MASTER really was the coolest y'all.
August 19, 2023 at 11:46 PM
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!
August 19, 2023 at 10:55 PM
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!
August 19, 2023 at 10:44 PM
'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.
August 15, 2023 at 4:58 AM
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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!
August 11, 2023 at 10:33 PM
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A fantastic book.
August 11, 2023 at 11:22 PM
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I highly recommend both volumes. Really great reads!
August 11, 2023 at 10:50 PM
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: https://aminkpublishing.com/store/ols/products/monsters-makeup-and-effects-volume-2-hardcover

Enjoy monster fans!
Monsters, Makeup & Effects: Volume 2 (Paperback)
Makeup & Effects: Volume 2 (Paperback) About the book: About MM&E: Volume 2: Gizmo. Michael Myers. Hellboy. Predator. Pinhead. Twisty the Clown. Spielberg’s dinosaurs. Brundlefly. This is just a sam...
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August 11, 2023 at 10:48 PM
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: https://aminkpublishing.com/store/ols/products/pre-order-of-monsters-makeup-effects-paperback (it's currently on sale right now too!)
Monsters, Makeup & Effects (Paperback)
Paperback Version About the book: Pennywise. Xenomorphs. Freddy Krueger. Beetlejuice. Jason Voorhees. Most movie fans immediately recognize these creatures and characters, but hardly know much about t...
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August 11, 2023 at 10:44 PM
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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!
August 10, 2023 at 10:33 PM
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!
August 11, 2023 at 10:33 PM
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My all-time favorite vampire flick.
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!
August 10, 2023 at 10:56 PM
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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!
August 9, 2023 at 7:45 PM
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!
August 10, 2023 at 10:33 PM
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Happy Spooky Saturday everyone! Here's a look at Dick Smith prepping the Eva/Alma specter between takes on GHOST STORY (1981).
August 5, 2023 at 10:33 PM
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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!
August 6, 2023 at 10:04 PM
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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
August 8, 2023 at 12:53 AM
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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.
August 8, 2023 at 2:56 PM
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!
August 9, 2023 at 7:45 PM
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.
August 8, 2023 at 2:56 PM