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.

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!

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: https://aminkpublishing.com/store/ols/products/monsters-makeup-and-effects-volume-2-hardcover 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: https://aminkpublishing.com/store/ols/products/pre-order-of-monsters-makeup-effects-paperback (it's currently on sale right now too!)

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!

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.

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!

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!

Happy Spooky Saturday everyone! Here's a look at Dick Smith prepping the Eva/Alma specter between takes on GHOST STORY (1981).

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!

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

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.

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!

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...

I remember the Gillman in Monster Squad making me feel a type of way I couldn't put into words until decades later.

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

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!

Happy Spooky Saturday everyone! Here's a look at Dick Smith prepping the Eva/Alma specter between takes on GHOST STORY (1981).

Thanks to a friend’s doing, I just found out that @monstersmakeupfx.bsky.social was featured in some b-roll on KTLA for Midsummer Scream this weekend. 🖤