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When a bunch of horror artists who also love Muppets make a creature, you get something like this… 🤣

Design: Desiree van de Laar
Concept art: @baby.butcher
Sculpt & paint: @brian.rowe.5
Mold: @rvbmakeup
For: @hauntedhousepartymovie
Materials from: @sculpturesupplycanada @smoothon

#itsnoteasybeinggreen #dreamproject #parody #creature #creepyfun #anglerfishmermaid #practicalfx #puppeteer

We're giving away one pair of passes for the @torontopropexpo on Saturday May 30, 2026!

The Toronto Prop Expo is a gathering of pop-culture loving creatives, focusing on replica props, 3D printing, makers, SFX and cosplaying. Every year, we welcome hundreds of artists, makers and admirers to celebrate talent and creativity at George Brown Polytechnic. Thousands of dollars in raffle prizing to be won!

To enter:
1. Follow @lockedinthecellar & @torontopropexpo
2. Tag your plus one in the comments.
3. Share to your stories.

We will DM the winner on May 24th.

Visit https://torontopropexpo.com/?discount=CELLAR for tickets and more.

We're giving away one pair of passes for the @torontopropexpo on Saturday May 30, 2026!

The Toronto Prop Expo is a gathering of pop-culture loving creatives, focusing on replica props, 3D printing, makers, SFX and cosplaying. Every year, we welcome hundreds of artists, makers and admirers to celebrate talent and creativity at George Brown Polytechnic. Thousands of dollars in raffle prizing to be won!

To enter:
1. Follow @lockedinthecellar & @torontopropexpo
2. Tag your plus one in the comments.
3. Share to your stories.

We will DM the winner on May 24th.

Visit https://torontopropexpo.com/?discount=CELLAR for tickets and more.

We're giving away one pair of passes for the @torontopropexpo on Saturday May 30, 2026!

The Toronto Prop Expo is a gathering of pop-culture loving creatives, focusing on replica props, 3D printing, makers, SFX and cosplaying. Every year, we welcome hundreds of artists, makers and admirers to celebrate talent and creativity at George Brown Polytechnic. Thousands of dollars in raffle prizing to be won!

To enter:
1. Follow @lockedinthecellar & @torontopropexpo
2. Tag your plus one in the comments.
3. Share to your stories.

We will DM the winner on May 24th.

Visit https://torontopropexpo.com/?discount=CELLAR for tickets and more.

We're giving away one pair of passes for the @torontopropexpo on Saturday May 30, 2026!

The Toronto Prop Expo is a gathering of pop-culture loving creatives, focusing on replica props, 3D printing, makers, SFX and cosplaying. Every year, we welcome hundreds of artists, makers and admirers to celebrate talent and creativity at George Brown Polytechnic. Thousands of dollars in raffle prizing to be won!

To enter:
1. Follow @lockedinthecellar & @torontopropexpo
2. Tag your plus one in the comments.
3. Share to your stories.

We will DM the winner on May 24th.

Visit https://torontopropexpo.com/?discount=CELLAR for tickets and more.

We are excited to announce that Locked in the Cellar Creations will be displaying their collection, including Avatar, prosthetic make-up, horror, & creatures, at the Toronto Prop Expo! @lockedinthecellar
Use their discount code CELLAR to enjoy 25% off tickets to the Toronto Prop Expo on Saturday May 30!
Visit torontopropexpo.com for tickets and info.

Saturday May 30, 2026 11:00am-6:00pmThe Toronto Prop Expo is a gathering of pop-culture loving creatives, focusing on replica props, 3D printing, makers, SFX and cosplaying. Each year hundreds of artists, makers and admirers come together at @gbcollege to celebrate talent and creativity. We can’t wait for you to join us!

Grab a raffle ticket (or 30!) to test your luck and win awesome prizes! Raffle tickets start at $5 each with savings increasing the more you buy, 30 ticket packs are only $50 -that’s less than $2 each! Thousands of dollars in maker supplies and models provided by @wheelswingshobbies and @sunlu_official ,plus gift cards, passes and more from @medievaltimestoronto , @sculpturesupplycanada , @rosco_labs , @thedangerousladies , @pishop.ca , and more to be announced soon!

Come see table after table with filled with collections of hand-crafted props, models and costumes from all your favourite movies, tv shows, and video games. Meet the makers who can help bring your next cosplay items to life. Connect with brands that can help you source everything you need for your next project.

Enjoy demos, workshops and sessions to learn how to get started or get inspired for your next build. Topics like- how to use electronics in your builds, SFX makeup and modelling, professional painting and finishing techniques, crafting with unconventional and found materials, mould making and casting, how to showcase your work on social media, and more! Full schedule coming soon.

Help celebrate creativity and talent at the Best in Show Awards, where exhibitors will find out who came out on top this year, as voted by their peers. Cheer them on as we award first, second, and third place trophies.

#torontomakers #torontoevents #torontocosplay #torontoSFX #torontocommunity

I had the great pleasure to do the signature Kayako ghost makeup on the wonderful @junko.bailey this weekend for her in costume photo-op at @shockstockcanada , and she was cool enough to come over to our booth and fool around with our decapitated corpse
Thanks Jake, for this opportunity!

#kayakosaeki #thegrudge

I had the great pleasure to do the signature Kayako ghost makeup on the wonderful @junko.bailey this weekend for her in costume photo-op at @shockstockcanada , and she was cool enough to come over to our booth and fool around with our decapitated corpse
Thanks Jake, for this opportunity!

#kayakosaeki #thegrudge

I had the great pleasure to do the signature Kayako ghost makeup on the wonderful @junko.bailey this weekend for her in costume photo-op at @shockstockcanada , and she was cool enough to come over to our booth and fool around with our decapitated corpse
Thanks Jake, for this opportunity!

#kayakosaeki #thegrudge

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

We just returned from a memorable trip to New Zealand, where we toured the Weta Workshop, visited various LotR set locations (incl. Hobbiton) and made valuable connections with kiwi filmmakers. The journey was incredible, the scenery out of this world, and we can't wait to go back to do all the things we didn't get around to doing.

So if you noticed we've been quiet for a while, then you now know why. But we're back and ready to get started on new projects and production!

A broken tibia prosthetic, pre-attached inside a pair of pants for quick application on set. Lightweight bone sculpted out of #freeformair, attached to a curved piece of #warbla with a piece of #dragonskinsilicone over top.
It’ll look even better after adding some fresh blood, especially after hearing that CRUNCH

Created for @bvr_productions

Bone by @rvbmakeup
Hair by @brian.rowe.5
Fabrication by Desiree @lockedinthecellar

A broken tibia prosthetic, pre-attached inside a pair of pants for quick application on set. Lightweight bone sculpted out of #freeformair, attached to a curved piece of #warbla with a piece of #dragonskinsilicone over top.
It’ll look even better after adding some fresh blood, especially after hearing that CRUNCH

Created for @bvr_productions

Bone by @rvbmakeup
Hair by @brian.rowe.5
Fabrication by Desiree @lockedinthecellar

A broken tibia prosthetic, pre-attached inside a pair of pants for quick application on set. Lightweight bone sculpted out of #freeformair, attached to a curved piece of #warbla with a piece of #dragonskinsilicone over top.
It’ll look even better after adding some fresh blood, especially after hearing that CRUNCH

Created for @bvr_productions

Bone by @rvbmakeup
Hair by @brian.rowe.5
Fabrication by Desiree @lockedinthecellar

We made a foam branch from a pool noodle today! Fun little 24hr project for a found footage film by @bvr_productions. Made only with whatever materials we had laying around in the workshop.

#propmaker #indiefilmmaking #branchmanager #fakewood #spfxartist

Technique as demonstrated by petermakespuppets

The first costume accessory is done!
An old cosplay knife received a thorough make over. It was airbrushed, and given a new ‘wooden’ handle (made of free form air). Then it was wrapped with faux leather and decorated with cotton thread. It also received a sheath out of faux leather, decorated with the same thread as well as glass beads.

I’m happy with how it turned out, especially since I only started learning micro-macramé a few weeks ago, and I haven’t done any bread work in decades.

Stay tuned, we’ll be posting more pieces as work on this personal project progresses.

#workinprogress #cosplayweapon #avatarcosplay

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

As 2025 is coming to an end, we want to give a huge shout out to all our wonderful clients, friends, family, fans, fellow artists, and followers for another unforgettable year.

We are proud to have provided practical FX for 6 feature films and 2 shorts this year, including our first cross border shoot and working with/killing several B-listers! A big thanks to all the producers, directors, crew members and actors who made these experiences great.

2025 also means the completion of Dungeon of Death's festival run with a total of 17 screenings in 5 countries, winning 12 awards and receiving another 12 award nominations. We are so grateful for everyone's enthusiastic reception and positive feedback. Stay tuned for news on DoD becoming available online in the new year!

And last but not least, an especially big thanks to @rvbmakeup for always being there when we need you and for being awesome in general.

Happy Mew Year everyone!!

Last week a producer asked us to make a severed arm rig. The catch was that the time line was very short and after the planning phase we only had 48 hrs to make something awesome! Watch the video to see all the steps to make it

Rigging by @brian.rowe.5
Painting by Desiree @lockedinthecellar
Hair work by @rvbmakeup
Materials by @sculpturesupplycanada @smoothon
For @terrifyingproductions

#makingof #severedarm #spfx #spfxartist #makinghorrormovies

We set a personal record on the set of Canadian Centaur: 7 gruesome kills in one night!
It was a blast, thanks for having us @jamesbalsamo @genuine.thomas.sutherland

#canadiancentaur #indiefilmmaking #spfxartist

We set a personal record on the set of Canadian Centaur: 7 gruesome kills in one night!
It was a blast, thanks for having us @jamesbalsamo @genuine.thomas.sutherland

#canadiancentaur #indiefilmmaking #spfxartist

We set a personal record on the set of Canadian Centaur: 7 gruesome kills in one night!
It was a blast, thanks for having us @jamesbalsamo @genuine.thomas.sutherland

#canadiancentaur #indiefilmmaking #spfxartist

No better way to spend Halloween afternoon than on set with a werewolf… in a tank!

By @jamesbalsamo and @genuine.thomas.sutherland
Camera @watercoolermondays
Makeup & FX @lockedinthecellar

#werewolfinatank #indiefilmmaking