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Here you'll get to view our newest shoots, keep up to date with our latest events and learn a little something about us.

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Cabaret

about 8 months ago

Back in 1998, Alan Cumming starred in the Broadway revival of Cabaret. It changed the way Cabaret would be produced for decades to come. 4 years ago, Lisa and I set out to recreate this revival through photos. Our dream finally became a reality 2 months ago with the help of 8 incredible artists. Here is a look into our shoot. Enjoy.

SeaWorld's Howl-O-Scream Opening Night Review

about 2 years ago

Our 2021 review of SeaWorld’s inaugural Howl-O-Scream. We have been super excited for this event since it was announced. Here is our complete review of the event.

Queen Mary's Dark Harbor 2019 Review

about 4 years ago

Our 2019 review of Queen Mary's Dark Harbor. This event has become one of our favorite Halloween events to attend each year. Congratulations to the entire staff of designers, builders, makeup artists and of course monsters that help make this event great.

2019 Knott's Scary Farm Opening Weekend Review

about 4 years ago

Knott’s Scary Farm opened its gates for it’s 47th season on Thursday September 19th, 2019. This is our review of opening weekend. Our thoughts of each maze and scare zone and the one show we saw, Puppet Up. There are also several photos from the weekend, with more to come throughout the season. Enjoy.

2019 Knott's Scary Farm Announcement Event

about 4 years ago

Knott’s Scary Farm announced it’s full 2019 lineup on Thursday August 29th. Find out what is coming to the Farm this season and what our thoughts are on the upcoming year.

Dark Harbor - What's behind the makeup?

December 17, 2018 in 2018, Blog, Candid, Community, Dark Harbor, Event, Family, Halloween, Halloween Event, Halloween Haunt, Halloween Review, Haunt, Horror, Long Beach, Makeup, Photography, Shoreline, Southern California, Special effects makeup, Special FX, Team

On Thursday October 11th, 2018, Lisa and I were invited to Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor for a behind the scenes look at the makeup process that brings Dark Harbor to life. We had the pleasure of meeting many talented makeup artists and watching them work seamlessly, knocking out different makeup looks in a matter of 10-15 minutes per character. The work they do is quick, efficient and quite honestly amazing. They are some of the most talented artists in the business. This is a look into their work and the magic they create. Enjoy.

Logo courtesy of Warner Bros. Studios (https://www.wbstudiotour.com/horror-made-here)

Warner Bros. Studio Horror Made Here: A Festival of Frights

October 11, 2018 in 2018, Blog, Community, Event, Halloween, Halloween Event, Halloween Review, Haunt, Hollywood, Horror, Live, Los Angeles, Makeup, Special FX, Warner Bros., Horror Made Here, Festival of Frights, Warner Bros. Studios

On Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 we were invited to the press preview event for Warner Bros. Studios - Horror Made Here - A Festival of Frights. It was Warner Bros. 3rd year doing the event however it was our first. We had no idea what to expect but by the end of the evening, we were very pleasantly surprised. This is a full review on our experiences, thoughts and ideas of the event. Check it out.

Dancing in the Park

May 25, 2018 in 2018, Anaheim, Ballet, Blog, Collaboration, Community, Dancer, Freestyle, Jazz, Photography, Photoshoot, Dance, dance, dancer, Yorba Regional Park, Orange County, Orange County CA, Portrait, Portraits, Dance Portraits, Dancing, Candid, Yorba Linda, park, Southern California

Recently Hatbox Photography had the chance to work with the lovely Sharon. In this blog you will get to know a little bit about this special lady and see some shots from our shoot. This is hopefully just the first of many shoots to come between the two of us. Please feel free to comment and share. Hope you enjoy.

Makeup by the amazingly talented Ericka Acosta (muafxgeek on Instagram). She has done makeup for Knott's Scary Farm and Queen Mary's Dark Harbor. She is also a prop master and body painter. Give her a follow. Our model is Amanduh (atomic_aerial… — Makeup by the amazingly talented Ericka Acosta (muafxgeek on Instagram). She has done makeup for Knott's Scary Farm and Queen Mary's Dark Harbor. She is also a prop master and body painter. Give her a follow.
Our model is Amanduh (atomic_aerial on Instagram). She is smart, funny, talented and studying to become a dental hygienist. This is the story of how Sprinkles came to be.

Sprinkles

March 06, 2018 in 2018, Blog, Collaboration, Community, Dark Harbor, Event, Halloween, Halloween Event, Horror, Immersive, Long Beach, Makeup, Los Angeles, Photography, Photoshoot, Shoreline, Special effects makeup, Special FX

Sprinkles. Who is she? Where did she come from? How did she come to be? This is her story. Learn what her life was like as a child and what made her become the clown she is today. Makeup by the amazing Ericka Acosta. This is Sprinkles.

Fire Nation

December 03, 2017 in Blog, Event, Halloween, Halloween Event, Knott's, Photography, Scary Farm, Decayed Brigade, Performance, Team, Family, Community, Brigade

Fire Nation. A high energy group of men and women who love playing with fire. Performing at Queen Mary's Dark Harbor twice a night, this group puts on a beautiful but dangerous show that is not to be missed. This blog gives a little insight as to who these people are behind the scenes and what makes them tick. Hope you enjoy.

Knott's Scary Farm Opening Night 2017

September 24, 2017 in Community, Event, Halloween, Halloween Event, Halloween Review, Horror, Knott's, Makeup, Park, Scary Farm, Sliders, Special effects makeup, Special FX

Here is our honest review of Knott's Scary Farm 2017. Read about our thoughts on all mazes, scare zones and shows. This is always one of our favorite events year in and year out. Being former Knott's Scary Farm monsters, we know the hard work that these men and women give night after night. Show them some love. They deserve it.

Dancing in Long Beach

September 19, 2017 in Blog, Collaboration, Community, Dance, Los Angeles, Photography, Photoshoot, Dancer, Long Beach, Shoreline, Aquatic, Park

This blog is a glimpse into our day shooting with the lovely and talented Katie. She is a dancer, a performer, a joy to work with and an absolute sweetheart. Hope you enjoy this post.

The Decayed Brigade

July 25, 2017 in Blog, Event, Halloween, Halloween Event, Knott's, Photography, Scary Farm, Decayed Brigade, Performance, Team, Family, Community, Brigade

The Decayed Brigade. A high energy group of men and women who jump, twist, limbo and slide with speed, power and grace. They spend hours upon hours practicing and perfecting their craft. This blog gives a little insight as to who these people are behind the scenes and what makes them tick. Hope you enjoy.