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Projection Mapping 101 with the AAXA M7 Projector
Projection mapping is becoming more and more popular as projectors get brighter and smaller, but the skills required to program a projection show still seem pretty challenging. So with the help of my friends at AAXA Technologies I decided to tackle a more accessible method of projection mapping that can produce some theme park quality […]
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SOUND LAB: 3D Haunt Audio – ASMR for your Haunt?
As a haunter you’re likely to want the most bang for your buck, so when I learned about the potential for making my audio more 3D sounding, I dove in head first. While this isn’t a video on audio engineering/mixing or sound design, it may give you some ideas on how to create more depth […]
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Haunt Lighting 101
Lighting your haunt can be one of the most challenging and confusing things you’ll do as a haunter, but this video will demystify some basic lighting techniques and terms to help give more texture and dimension to your display or haunted house. Missed my earlier videos on making your own mini LED spotlights? LED Spotlight […]
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Hidden Tombstone Projector feat. the AAXA HP1
If you’ve ever wanted to use a projector for your Halloween display but couldn’t figure out how to protect it from wandering eyes and the elements, this video is for you. I’ll show you how to make a hidden tombstone projector housing from foam! LEARN MORE ABOUT AAXA PROJECTORS: BECOME A SUPPORTER! Do you enjoy […]
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HOW-TO: Adding a Secret Access Panel!
Have you ever built something only to realize you could make them better? That’s what happened to us after years of struggling with our haunt columns and the power cords that live inside them. So I decided to do the unthinkable, put an access panel in the back of them…but not just any access panel. […]
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Tower of Terror Sign Replica – Bronze Patina Paint Technique
Whether it’s a replica of the front sign at the Tower of Terror or a creation of your own, this faux patina paint job will make everyone think your props are real bronze, weathered by mother nature, herself. It’s simple to do, requires very few paints, and will fool even the most eagle eyed viewer. […]
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PROP LAB: DIY lightning Effect?
If you’re looking to recreate the look of lightning for your haunt then this is the video for you. The devices on the market to create this effect are great, but really expensive and just aren’t a good buy for a limited haunt budget. So I did the research and in this video I’ll test […]
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PROP LAB: Improve Your Haunt Lighting
Lighting your Halloween yard display or haunted house can be challenging and there’s no single solution to get great lighting, but with a few common tools, some plumbing pipe, and my 3D models you can start to step up your haunt lighting game without breaking the bank. BECOME A SUPPORTER! Do you enjoy our episodes? […]
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PROP LAB – Creating a Fog Projection Screen? NEW SERIES!
In this new series, Prop Lab, I try to tackle projects that are a bit outside of my area of expertise and I take you along with me to see my thought process and how I problem solve as I learn the limitations of my skill set or the flaws in my approach to accomplishing […]
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Disneyland Tower of Terror Elevator Dial Replica
In this video I dive into another Disneyland park favorite, the Tower of Terror and the iconic service elevator dial that greets you as you enter the elevator car. This ride may be gone (in California) but it’s not forgotten as I replicate this piece for my collection. #glowforgepartner 3D Files by HR Junior – […]
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