BLOOD & BRUSHES

Last Year's Winner

Stormie M. Steen

PHOTOS B&B '24

Photo Cred: Robb Pendland

What is Blood & Brushes: Special Effects Showdown?

Ethereal Horror Fest and Horror Web Productions presents, Blood & Brushes: SFX Showdown. Three artists, three hours, and one spine-chilling challenge. With your horrifically beautiful host, Scarah Damsel of the Doomed, three talented artists, voted by the public, will compete LIVE in front of a panel of expert judges as they craft original horror looks that push the boundaries of terror. Only one will claim the title and a grand prize. Join us for a night of frights, creativity, and unforgettable thrills!

When is the competition?

August 2, 2025

Where is the competition?

Kick Butt Coffee - 5775 Airport Blvd Suite 725, Austin, TX 7875

Cost to attend?

$10 (13yrs and over)
$5 (under 13yrs)
FREE (Children under 8)

Prizes?

**Below reflects the prizes from 2024. The website will be updated with 2025 prizes soon.**

The winner will receive:

A spotlighted segment to host a live masterclass at Ethereal Horror Fest 2024.
$500 cash prize
Lip Kits provided by Kirby Kosmetics.
$75 gift certificate for Hawgfly Blood & Beauty Supply.
VIP Bat City Scaregrounds passes
Pack a car pass for the Scarah’s Scream Theater at Doc’s Drive In

Don’t worry we didn’t forget about all the lovely horror fans in attendance. Everyone who enters will receive a raffle ticket for:

VIP Bat City Scaregrounds passes
Pack a car pass for the Scarah’s Scream Theater at Doc’s Drive In
VIP Badges to Ethereal Horror Fest

*Must be present to win.

Rules & Regulations

How do I submit?

Submissions for MUA applications opens on Jun 1, 2025.

Judging Criteria

There will be three rounds of judging. The first round will narrow down submissions to 6-10 competitors through sponsor screenings. The second round will be public votes to narrow down to the top three. The final round will be judged live by industry professionals. The following criteria will be used for judging:

Technical Application
Creativity/Originality
Scare Factor

Competition & Submission Rules

Must be 18yrs or older to submit.
Original submissions only. May not use licensed characters, or recreations.
One submission per MUA. No assistant allowed.
MUA must provide their own supplies and model for the live competition.
No nudity. Models must wear a bikini at minimum.
Costumes allowed, but not required. Complete looks can enhance a makeup look, but judging will solely be on makeup looks.
No late submissions accepted.