Spook Show 3 Halloween Festival

     So who's ready for Halloween in March?  Apparently thousands of people from all over So Cal were.  All the super cool people decided to come together and have a spooktacular festival of all things that make Halloween what it is, fun!  Hosted by the oh so awesome Halloween Club of La Mirada, California.   Check out their website for more locations.  This years theme was Carnivalesque Freakshow.  Congratulations to all the people who made this event possible. It was a super fun day filled with vendors, artists, entertainers, music, props, decorations and everything Halloween!

     This was our first time attending this event but surely not the last.  Our whole day was filled talking to all the artists and entertainers.  We spoke with every vendor and either took pictures or video of their amazing products that were on display for sale.  Everyone had a chance to speak a little bit about their wares and the video links are listed below.  There were also quite a number of special effects demonstrations going on.  Reel Guise, Rick and Zombie Shane lookalikes were over at the small Haunted House Demo area that was set-up.  They were definitely one of the big hits of this party. Everyone had to have a selfie with the dead-ringers.  Check them out at Facebook.com/reelguise.

     There were quite a number of artists bringing new life back into old dolls.  Gray Oddities had some of the best unique horror dolls and dark art. Gorys by Amanda were very cool.  The re-animator over at Dreadful Little Things had some really amazing items as did Stuff! By Nic. Creepy make-over Barbies were the big hit with the collectors.  Just about all of those sold.  As a matter of fact, I noticed that a lot of the vendors stock were gone as the event progressed into the evening.  I know that we were some of the lucky ones that were able to walkaway with plenty of insanely great deals and special one-of-a-kind items.  Spitfire Interiors offered many items that would look great in any horror movie enthusiast's home. Fiendies offered up a great fire dust demonstration. Had to have it.
     We found a sea horse in a bottle that we absolutely couldn't live without over at The Bearded Lady Vintage and Oddities tent. They actually have a store that is located in the Los Angeles area for those of you looking for vintage Halloween items. We were also able to score an insane clown and the creepy bobble head butler.  A freaky realistic Leatherface bust also found their way home with us.  I wanted so much more! :)  We will definitely be stopping by the Halloween Club again soon.  And if you didn't know, Halloween Club is open all year long.  So for those of you that are looking for some cool Halloween stuff,  get an early start and go check out this place.  Absolutely worthwhile to visit and shop!

      The artwork by Raul Contreras over at Alice's Bloody Adventures in Wonderland was some of the trippiest images that I laid my eyes on. An instant trip into psychedelia. Loved his works. Check him out at facebook.com/Tweedleguns. Other notable artists include the monster latex creations of Inferno Effects. His remote controlled masks are sure to be the next big thing in Halloween Horror masks. Innovations made by this talented young man are going to take this guy to the top.  I cannot leave out the creations that were on display over at A Corpse Maker booth. Very realistic and professional props made with the very best materials that will last for more than just one season of scaring.  The artwork of Sketch and Lupe Flores were also a stand-out.  Mark over at Grave Visions offered some fantastic framed originals of gravesides from all over. I had my eye on one featuring Johnny Ramone's grave. I know that I'm not going to be able to list every incredibly talented artist that I had the priviledge of meeting, but I do have you on my video that you can find at www.jpkrafty5/youtube.com.

     All of the people that we met at Spook Show were truly genuine and very approachable.  There were no Debbie-Downers at this fiesta de los muertos. The emcee of the night, R.I.P. The Undertaker, aka Rick Galiher was quite the character. His Vincent Price like aura of cool spookiness was infectious. (www.facebook.com/rickgaliher)  Dead McMaim was also roaming the area and scaring up interviews for his radio show that you can find on darkestjack.com.   The act that caught my attention was Dangerous D, aka Darin Malfi.  His enormous blue balls hanging from his ears was truly a sight to behold. Ouch, how'd he do that? Check out his video and you can see what I'm talking about. You can find him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/dangerousdofficial.  Rhythm Coffin and Haunted Garage rocked the place with their punktacular music acts. Check them out on youtube.

    Watching all of the people that were dressed to impress in their finest Carnivalesque attire was a treat.  Lots of people dressed up and yes even me and my partner, J, had some fun dressing the part.  My makeup was done by my assistant Hannah. She's learning special FX makeup techniques and was thrilled to see all of the booths that were offering classes on movie makeup effects.  She loved watching the artist's dazzle up zombies and clowns.  ProliFX Special Effects Studio was one of the premier places offering up make-overs and classes on make-up techniques. They offer life-casts, mold-making, props, scenery for themed events, film, and television. Check them out if you're interested in learning. Cinema Secrets specialized in latex prosthetics. Over at Abracadaver Productions tent were some of the best looking rigid foam creepy faux facades that I have ever seen. All were true works of art. These are all professional studio quality and will definitely set your haunted graveyard aside from the others. They will be at the 5th Annual Open House and Halloween/Haunt Market on July 18th. Call 714-526-7334 for more info.
     The LAScare tent was having a party for sure.  They were there to get the word out about their event that's going to be happening in August.  That's a whole other event that is sure to be a hit with all of us Spooksters.  From what I hear, it's going to be one heck of a good time.
     Every good Haunted House designer or Halloween event planner knows that a great fog machine is always needed to complete the mystical illusion.  The guys and gals over at Fog It Up have got you covered in this area.  They were able to educate me in the many different types of fog that can be produced using their special fog juice.  They offer 25+ different fog scents & scented sprays also. They can be found at 10-31 store.com or on the phone at 1-844-fog it up. Ask for Joey.

                                               

Say hello to a few new members of our family ! :)

     Last but not least thanks to the folks at Arrowhead water for keeping all of us folks hydrated. With temperatures reaching the high 80's water was a must.  Special thanks to Leg Avenue for the free gifts and also to the many vendors that let us sample their products.
     Maybe next year there can be more shady areas for all of us vampires too.  Creatures of the night don't do to well in the unforgiving sunlight.
     I know next year this family friendly event will be even bigger and better!
So, until then. Stay cool my ghouls and gals.! :):)

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Future Events:
Scare LA
Monsterpalooza
5th Annual Open House and Halloween Haunt Market Sat. July 18th 10a -5p
FEATURING: Abracadaver Productions
2nd Annual Hearse and Reptile Show Sat. Aug.1 5p-10p wecare@whitesfuneralhome

MASTER OF CEREMONIES 
"R.I.P The Undertaker" (Rick Galiher) www.facebook.com/rickgaliher


VENDORS/EXHIBITORS
Alice's Bloody Adventures in Wonderland 
www.facebook.com/TweedleGuns
Grave Visions www.facebook.com/gravevisions
Fog It Up! 10-31Store.com 1-844-FOGITUP
Gray Oddities www.facebook.com/grayoddities
Cinema Secrets
ScareLA
Bearded Lady Vintage & Oddities
Leeann Chavez Monstermaker www.modelmayhem.com/3297572
www.Spitfire Interiors.comCrafted Artists/The Kandy Jar
Gloomy Goods
Heaven Sent Hell Bent Taxidermy and Oddities
Skullywags
Z-Booth Zombie StuffBetter Off Dead Designs.etsy.com
http://StuffbyNic.batcave.net
www.facebook.com/AllHallowsEvestore
Dulce Calaveritas
Black Willow Gallery ArtbyLupeFlores.comLove, Pain & Stiches
Diana Levin Art
Psycho Doll Clothing
Rabble Rouse Jewelry
Heavensent Hellbent
The Art of Sketch 
Horrific Homes & Gardens
Haunt Hackers
Rude & Reckless
Fear Station Haunted Attraction
Uncorked by Tina
Gurney Effects Studio
ProliFX Special Effects Studio
Booger Vampire: The Art of Mary J. Hoffman
The Art of Rizzo
Psykotik Art
HauntX Haunter's Retreat & Tradeshow
Stark Graving Mad
Little Jars of Horror
Abracadaver Productions
Dreadful Little Things www.facebook.com/dreadfullittlethings
Boyle Heights Paranormal Project
Enchanted Rumors
Tee No Evil
Spookiesboo
Silent Pet Shop
Shayne of the Dead
Shop the Mystic
Angel City Arts
Fabulous Frights
Fiendies (firedust Demo)SoCal Valley Haunters
Inferno Effects
Sandie Schneider Oddities
www.facebook.com/CandyConcoctions
Blood and Teeth
Planet Chaotika
Abnormal Artistry
Sinister Sister Art
Junker Designs
Chimerical Media Filmmaker
PERFORMERS
Reel Guise Cosplay (Rick and Zombie Shane) www.facebook.com/reelguise 
Dead Mcmaim www.darkestjack.com

MUSIC
The Rhythm Coffin
Evile Annie
Albert Ojeda Music  facebook.com/AlbertOjedaMusic
Radioactive Chicken Heads
Haunted Garage
Valdivia X
Voodoo Organist

FOOD
Stupid Good Gourmet Popcorn www.StupidGoodPopcorn.comThe TriTipGuy
The Kandy Jar Info@thekandyjar.com
Morbid Cupcakes & Confections
Batty Natty's Baked Goodies