National Haunters Convention & Halloween Show in Pennsylvania info

[TheMonsterMaze]

Updated Vendor List

http://www.halloweenshow.com/vendors.htm

13th Ward Fx, columbia, PA
AMERICAN SPECTRAL EFFECTS, HATFIELD, PA
Anatomically Alluring Jewelry , Philadelphia, PA
AngelCrafts/Sandscrafter, Rosedale, MD
Author - CJ Henderson, Brooklyn, NY
Author - Outskirts Press, Gilbertsville , PA
Autumn and Boo, Monessen, PA
BlackNook, Woodbury, NJ
Bone Yard Productions by Professor Nightmare, Sterling, MA
Castle Blood, Monessen, PA
CoalMineMedia, Seymour, CT
Creationsbymalla, Langhorne, PA
Creepy Girls Crafts & Curios, Lansdale, PA
DAFE, Vienna, OH
Dark Creation/The Creeper Gallery, Hatfield, PA
Dark Zealot Studios, Eldersburg, MD
Dead Bat Designs, Alexandria, VA
Dead Buddies, Bethlehem, PA
Deadly Grounds Coffee, Norwalk, CT
Decimated Designs, East Haven, CT
Donna Rustin Art, springfield, MO
Dr. Clocktopus' Curious Thinges, Enola, PA
DuBois Family Haunted House, Cherry Hill, NJ
Fenham Publishing, Narragansett, RI
Flatline Radio, Killen, AL
FRIGHTPROPS, LLC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
From ART to ZOMBIES, Danvers, MA
Gentleman Jim, Columbus, OH
HAUNTEDPROPS.COM, DEER PARK, NY
Hauntscheduler.com, Pekin, IL
Horror Host Mr Lobo, Philly, PA
Horror Show Jack Productions, LLC, Wayne, NJ
Hot Wire Foam Factory, Lompoc, CA
IWATA Airbrush, East Haven, CT
JP-Hobbies, Marlton, NJ
Leatherheads , Atglen , PA
Luckydog Essentia & Curios, Royersford, PA
MAS Wholesale&Retail Contact Lenses, Hampton, GA
Metamorphosis, Jackson, NJ
Midnight Syndicate, Monessen, PA
MISTRESS RAE'S DECADENT DESIGNS, Philadelphia, PA
Nevermore Productions Haunted House Props, Shippensburg, PA
New England Curiosities, Kittery , ME
OMYHORROR, Manchester, NJ
Sinister FX , Louisville, KY
Something Wicked Productions, Pittsburgh, PA
Southeastern Pennsylvania Homne Hauntes, Southeastern, PA
Specter Studios, Monessen, PA
Spooktacular /John Bundy Productions, North, NJ
Spooky Magic, Monessen, PA
T 3 Fire Toys and Apocalyptic Sideshow, Freemont, OH
The Graveyard Shift, Suffolk, VA
The Patient Creatures (East), Norristown, PA
The Things That Go Bump In The Night, mechanicsburg, PA
Ticketleap, Philadelphia, PA

[TheMonsterMaze]

Vendor floor officially 100% sold out !

VENDOR FLOOR OFFICIALLY 100% SOLD OUT !
National Halloween, Horror, Haunted House and Hearse Convention
May 2-4, 2014 Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
www.HalloweenShow.com

Well, this is a first for our convention, our vendor floor is officially sold out,
(With a month to go till our con too, a tribute to those vendors that signed up early.)
The VENDOR SHOW FLOOR is now closed!
- Thank you to our 2014 Vendors for making this a SOLD OUT Show floor.
All Table Locations have been gone for weeks
All 'Light' Main Show Floor Areas are gone 100% as well.
There is still some --POTENTIAL-- booth spaces in the Pitch Black Area subject to approval. If you are still wanting to be part of this incredible year, please email Rob@NationalHauntersConvention.com
to get on a waiting list in case of cancellations.

Can't wait to see you there !

[davidm]

Sorry, I have another question about the Smooth On class, is it resin casting? Lifecasting? Something else? Just curious!

[TheMonsterMaze]

National Haunters Convention CLASSES

Here is our entire class schedule
http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...sschedule.aspx

And here is the SMOOTH-ON classes you are interested in:


http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=RH01

Class Code:
INTRODUCTION TO MOLD MAKING AND CASTING
Rick Higgins
Friday May 02, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM



This session will take you through the very basics of mold making and casting, as well as discussion about different materials ranging from resins for prop-making to prosthetic appliances. The presentation will also include a demonstration of applications of some of Smooth-On's product line directly related to Halloween/Haunt folk. Anyone familiar with molding and casting will tell you that the process can be a lot of trial and error, and the best place to start is with solid information. Start off on the right foot with this introductory class as a primer for more in-depth and hands-on programs, such as Smooth-On's workshop on Sunday and the seminars that they host out of their plant in Easton, PA!


About Rick Higgins


Price: $20.00



AND

http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=RH02

Class Code:
HANDS-ON WITH SMOOTH ON: A SPECIAL MAKE AND TAKE with Rick Higgins of Smooth-On
Rick Higgins
Sunday May 04, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM



Learn by doing! Rick will take participants through each step of mold making and casting, from the making of the mold to the curing of the first cast. Participants will get to take home their original, the mold, and their first cast! If you've looked at, or even purchased the kits and been afraid to use them, then take this class and practice under close supervision from a master at his craft. This workshop gives participants a taste of what they will learn and do over two full days during seminars conducted at the Smooth-On plant in Easton PA. This session is specially-priced thanks to the generosity of Smooth-On.


About Rick Higgins


Price: $40.00

[Darkangel]

Jake don't plan on attending if you're looking for haunt tours. These are not high quality haunt by any stretch of the imagination. Kim's krypt is a joke and as amateur as it gets and for Field of screams read their yelp reviews the lights in the trail consists of glow lights in empty milk jugs.

You'll thank me later!

DA

[screamforadream]

DA.....you know that old saying of "if you don't have anything nice to say..."? I wish you would find your manners. The complete lack of respect has driven so many people from these forums. And I'm not going to add fuel to the fire, but all you gotta do is play nice. Hard work goes into everyone's shows, and everyone's developed a following from their hard work. Personal opinions aside, there's just no need to talk bad about anyone's hard work. If you put as much effort into making your own quality show, as you do bad mouthing others, I would gladly pay to your attraction on a haunt tour. You don't even own a haunt from the statements you made previously, which only makes your blatant disrespect even worse. Let people make their own assumptions and try to play nice with others.

[Darkangel]

Bobby, it makes no difference if I own a show or not I'm speaking from a paying customer to these shows. The whole point if haunt tours is to see world class haunts. You can't call yourself a professional haunt tour and then tour amateur haunts, it makes no sense. It's less about the haunts themselves and more about NHC calling itself pro but it goes to amateur haunts and show is more like a mom and pop craft fair or church bazaar.

DA

[screamforadream]

Again, those are all opinions. Sometimes the scariest haunts are the ones with that are total minimalistic when it comes to props, and our industry is super funky when it comes to reviews, a TERRIBLE one word review with 5 stars and 1 star could mean absolutely amazing experience or a cruddy one. It's just an odd setup, heck one star could mean it scared them to death as could 5 stars.....so although your reply was rather respectful, that opinion is your opinion, and it isn't nice to turn people off from an event that they haven't attended.

I will admit, the show wasn't all it could be a few years ago, but heck, even from last year to this year is a HUGE difference. I was debating vending myself, I cancelled last year due to lack of confidence in the show. But I was never treated with such respect, understanding, and professionalism in this industry when I get an apology letter from Rob, and then was invited to attend this show this year as a vendor. I was admittedly hesitant. But Rob and Michael took the time to show me everything they actually did to improve their marketing, showed the proof of increase haunt attendance from both attendees and vendors, and were very accommodating people. I have a lot of respect, and I feel like their past shortcomings have taught them a lot and they learn from year to year, exponentially. I'm not expecting to do much, if any sales, at this show. But we are attending in a sign of good faith and professional respect for people who went out of their way to do something nice both for me personally and for the haunt community. I doubt they're making any money doing this, but they're trying, and it's an effort worth respecting, even if you or anyone disagrees.

As for the two haunts specifically mentioned, I have never attended either (they're just too far away during the season) BUT their names are so well known, they have a major internet presence and many people know the names, even if they've never been. That alone is worth learning how to do and worth respecting. I won't speak about the haunts until I attend them, that's just the respectable thing to do, and if I don't enjoy them, I will atleast have enough respect for them to not say anything directly negative.

Regardless of the haunt tour the vendor list is incredible this year (especially for this event) and the classes are much better than they've ever been in the past, and I look forward to it as both an attendee and vendor!

[Darkangel]

You make some good points Bobby. The show IS improving, and its cool for what it REALLY is, as a local Halloween show its the professional title that bugs me.

As for the haunts, neither is well known at all. The Field of screams that is very well known is the killer one in Lancaster PA. The one in Maryland is the charity show and very amateur. And people mainly know Kim as the woman always trying to sell you her t shirts and stuff like that. Do you think you as a pro can learn from a place where the first scene is inviting people to push buttons on dancing skeletons and witches or singing Frankensteins? Or the best animation is a 15 year old electric chair prop from Distortions? Maybe you can, but I think the FOS in PA is a real haunt for a haunt tour.

[TheMonsterMaze]

Nhc clss update

In Justin's workshop, you will receive and paint a custom cast piece made by Justin himself (value of $40.00 for a $30.00 Class!). The skills learned apply to a variety of painting/detailing scenarios. Registrations close on Friday 4/25 at 5:00 PM EDT.
NOTE:We are fixing links for Justin Shifflett on the linked page. In the nicetime, please visit Dark Zealot Studios on FB for more info!
Please share elsewhere.
http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=JS01

[TheMonsterMaze]

Nhc clss update

NHC CLASS UPDATE: Registration for all Workshops (classes costing more than $20.00) and the Haunt Internship closes at 5:00 PM EDT on Friday April 25.

Registration for all Seminars (Free and $20.00 classes except for Haunt Internship) will remain open, including registration at the door. This includes the 3-Pack, Whole Day Pack, and Ultimate Class Pack. Remember that only the $20.00 classes (except for the Haunt Internship) are included in the above packages.

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Professor Scrye
Headmonster, Halloween University

http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...sschedule.aspx

[TheMonsterMaze]

Classes are filling up fast, SIGN UP NOW !

Classes are filling up fast, SIGN UP NOW !

MOLD IT...CAST IT...PAINT IT
Halloween University provides students the opportunity to learn the skills to make and finish props. See below for the specific course offerings.

INTRODUCTION TO MOLD MAKING AND CASTING is only $20.00 or is available as a part of any of the combined class packages:
http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=RH01

PAINTING MULTIDIMENSIONAL SURFACES CLINIC is only $30.00 and participants get to take home a custom-cast resin piece valued at $40.00 as well as all of the hands-on knowledge learned in this class:
http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=JS01

PUT DOWN THE SPRAY BOTTLE: QUICK DISTRESSING TIPS TO SEPARATE YOU FROM THE DRIPS is only $20.00 or is available as a part of any of the combined class packages. It will teach detail techniques quickly applied to surfaces and props to give them a scarier repurpose:
http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=JB02

HANDS-ON WITH SMOOTH-ON: A SPECIAL MAKE AND TAKE teaches you the step-by-step basics of molding and casting. Participants get to take their work home with them! This workshop is only $40.00 and is almost sold out:
http://www2.nationalhauntersconventi...s.aspx?id=RH02

[drfrightner]

So is this show next weekend in the Philly area? Larry

[Xanthar]

Last few days to sign up for the show!

Dear Larry,

Yes, the show is in the Greater Philadelphia area (basically a beautiful suburb area just outside of Philadelphia).
The show is May 2nd, May 3rd and May 4th, 2014 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

I know you are super busy, but you or any of your staff are always more than welcome to attend Larry, and please feel free to contact me anytime and we will gladly take care of you. The door is always open.



Here is the Schedule.

Schedule

THURSDAY, May 1st, 2014
VENDOR SETUP - Show Floor is NOT Open to Public


FRIDAY, May 2nd, 2014
SHOW FLOOR OPEN - NOON to 8:00 PM
S&C ScareFactory Haunted House: Noon - 8:00 PM
NHC's Miss Halloween Beauty Pageant 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Haunt Tour 3:00 PM (leaves from Hotel) - 11:30 PM
- FREE Entertainment all day long on the show floor stage
Friday Headliner: The Famous Magician John Bundy & Morgan
as seen at Six Flags Great Adventure, Trump Plaza.


SATURDAY, May 3rd, 2014
SHOW FLOOR OPEN - 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Hearse Show (Outdoor Front Entrance) - 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
S&C ScareFactory Haunted House: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
MakeUp War - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Costume Ball (Egyptian Themed) - 6:00 PM - 12:00 midnight+

- FREE Entertainment all day long on the show floor stage
Saturday Headliner: Side Show Great Doc Swan's Variety Acts


SUNDAY, May 4th, 2014
SHOW FLOOR OPEN - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

S&C ScareFactory Haunted House: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

- FREE Entertainment all day long on the show floor stage
Sunday Headliner: John Cassidy Comedian & Magician
Guinness World Record holder as seen on Conan O Brien,
Martha Stewart Living, Regis and Kelly and his performance
at the White House.

[Xanthar]

Family and Friends Packs

Also, a reminder - ONLINE Registration will close WED, April 30th at Noon. Online only, you may purchase our special Family and Friends pack of four show floor pass tickets. Normally it is $60.00 for 4 show floor passes, if you sign up online, you will be able to enter at $10.00 per person on our group rate. Otherwise, entrance is $15.00 at the door for the show floor.

This is the first year you will see the professional FULL cast of Castleblood in full theatrical costume throughout the show and they will be managing the show floor for all vendors. The S & C Scarefactory will be running a haunted house in our new Pitch Black Zone during the entire event. Please feel to contact me if you have any questions or comments – both good and bad, we are always open to improvement and want to always strive for a better show for both patrons and vendors.


Sincerely,

Robert Hightower
NHC and Halloween Show