You can use your computer and printer to make your haunted house art. I have found a lot of helpful ideas on the internet. I have read that you should start with a pencil drawing on paper and then scan it into your computer. You can then use the scanned image as a guide for creating your haunted house art. The software that you use for this is called Photoshop, an expensive program.
TIP:I have been using software called Gimp for my art work. It is a free program that has all the basic features of Photoshop and it is easy to learn how to use.
HINT:You can download Gimp from http://www.gimp.org/.
After you scan the image into your computer, you can use layers in Gimp or Photoshop to create different levels in your haunted house art, like windows and doors and walls. I am still learning how to do this but so far it looks like fun!
You will want to draw the windows in first because they are what will set up the light source in your haunted house art that shows through the other windows which will be drawn later. With layers, you can also change them at any time as needed. Once you get all of your layers together, save them as an image file
I’ve been asked by a few people how I made my art for haunted houses and Halloween. This blog is about that process. At the same time, it’s also a blog about art in general, and an art experiment.
Art is hard, and I’m still learning how to do it well, but everything else in life is harder. So why not just make your own art?
If you’re making something out of paper or cardboard, the best way to start is to look at photos of your subject matter. If you’re making something out of wood or stone or whatever, then look at actual samples of those materials. I get most of my reference material from the internet. It’s free, and there are more photos on the web than anyone could ever need.
I have been a professional artist for over 23 years and have worked in haunted houses year round. I’m also a former art teacher, so I hope this will be helpful to those new to creating art in the haunted house industry.
All of my work is original and created by me. My goal with this blog is to share my process with you, so you can see how it’s done, and hopefully inspire you to create your own version of what I do.*
Here are some basic tools you’ll need:
*Paints – Cheap acrylics are good for starting out, but if you want to become a professional, step up your paint game! *Paint Brushes – You don’t need any expensive brushes to get started, but inexpensive ones will wear out quickly. *Surface – I usually use canvas boards or illustration boards. *Ink – India ink works great on all surfaces. *Glue – Tacky glue works best because it dries clear.*Brushes – For detailed work, use small detail brushes.
*Stencils*Toothpicks*Painters tape*Latex Gloves*Sponges*Gesso (optional)
You can buy these at any art store, including Amazon. And there are
This haunted house art project is a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit and also create some artwork that you can easily frame and hang on your walls.
The project is best for people who are not very artsy. You don’t need any advanced drawing skills or artistic talent to complete this project. You also don’t need any particular tools. The only supplies you will need are a pencil, pen, paper and some paint. This art form is great because it’s easy to do, doesn’t cost anything and it’s fast! Think of it as an alternative to carving pumpkins or making cornstalks for your front door!
Art is a powerful way to add some ambiance to your haunted house. The effect of art is heightened when it’s created for the room it’s in.
Here are some of my favorite ideas for haunted house art pieces that you can create yourself, using common items and scrap materials around the house:
– A door covered with cobwebs, and a spider or two.
– A chandelier with a spider web hanging down it on one end.
– An old picture frame with a whole bunch of photographs tucked into it, all slightly crooked or faded.
– A room that looks like it has been ransacked. Books and papers strewn across tables or the floor.
– A box with a slot in the top that twists open and closed, and as you walk by it spews out candy like a vending machine (this can be made from an oatmeal box).
– Bats or ghosts floating around inside a darkened room.**
Make sure you get the right image and size for your haunted house by downloading the free template I created to help you.
Haunted House Art Template
The easiest way to add an image to any project is by using the picture frame in Photoshop. You can resize the frame and move it around, so that you can center your art within your project. Make sure to adjust the scale of the image before adding it to your design.
Do this by going to IMAGE>RESIZE and make sure that CONSTANT PROPORTIONAL box is checked, then choose the width, height, resolution and press ok.
My Haunted House Art Backgrounds are in RGB format (8 bit). If you are having problems with it showing up properly on your computer make sure that RGB is checked in your Photoshop settings if you want to use my images for your haunted house design.
Halloween is almost here.
As I mentioned in my last post, the haunted house art project started as a hobby for me back in college. It was something to do for fun and to make some extra money. Little did I know that it would turn into a full-time job for me!
Although I’m not painting any of the art for this season, I continue to be involved with the project as a creative consultant, and this year’s theme is actually super exciting: “The Gauntlet.” This year, there will be three different themed areas within the attraction, each with its own look and feel. I’m proud to say that my artwork will appear in two of those areas (you’ll see what I mean when you go through).
The Gauntlet is located in the third room of the attraction and it’s going to be pretty crazy! The name says it all. We’re using some old props that have been in storage for a long time, along with some new items as well. It’s always fun when we get to use props that haven’t been out on display before. It makes it even more realistic!
So if you’re planning on attending one of our Halloween events, check out these photos below to get an idea about what The Gauntlet will
