tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24373598527299036552024-03-13T14:44:54.821-07:00Spectral Illusions The BlogSpectral Illusions Halloween Video Projection Effects BlogSpectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-66423597116258860402015-11-12T13:22:00.000-08:002015-11-12T13:22:58.221-08:00Our 3rd Annual Customer Showcase, Part IIAnd now, we begin Part II of our 3rd Annual Customer Showcase. It's always gratifying for us to see how our effects work in the field, and we hope you enjoy seeing their uses, too!<br />
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First up is the <a href="http://lals.org/">LA Live Steamers Ghost Train</a> in Griffith Park. It's one of our favorite haunts in the Los Angeles area. We created a custom effect for them 2 years ago, and they also use a lot of our effects in various ways. Each year we've been, the highlight of the train ride is centered in a big turnaround towards the end of the experience, and it's different every year. Imagine our excitement to turn the corner and see Electric Specter conducting a Tesla Coil concert (beginning around 14:45 in the video)! This is the coolest use of Electric Specter we've seen yet. You will see quite a few Spectral Illusions effects throughout the nearly 20 minute ride. They also used the audio portion of Waking the Dead in their amazing animatronic tree before the train starts moving (around 3:00 in the video). Thanks to the LALS Live Steamers for their always amazing attraction! </div>
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Rick Reiss created a Haunted Pirates den at his home in Temecula, CA. Part of his display was a Pepper's Ghost Accursed Helmsman. He really did a great job with it! He says, "The video of the pirate skeleton provided an excellent touch to our haunt, and we had lots of trick-or-treaters and neighborhood visitors...Thanks for providing your outstanding video products." He also provided a time lapse of his Halloween night! Looks like a great turnout!<br />
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Finally, one of the most elaborate home haunts we've see is from Howard Brightman in West Los Angeles. It nearly defies description! He has built an elaborate facade of part haunted house, part castle which incorporates various props, a hearse, and several Spectral Illusions effects. Once you enter the house, you will see the sheer volume of work put into the place. Every corner, nook and cranny (including the air conditioner vent) is themed and decorated, from a Halloween Village display to a multitude of candelabra hanging from the ceiling. The living room window overlooks a spooky graveyard, otherwise known as Ghosts in the Graveyard. He has a representation of all of the major Universal Monsters, from the Invisible Man near the entrance of the house to the Creature from the Black Lagoon in the backyard pond. Spectacular!<br />
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Thank you to everyone who submitted their pictures and videos! Every year, this has been a particularly fun feature to put together, not least because we get to see what you do with our products. We're looking forward to another great Halloween next year! Now get to planning!</div>
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Halloween is done. The props are back in their storage place (well, most of them), and kids are thinking more about sugar plums than costumes. All that means is that it's time to start planning for NEXT year! So, for a little inspiration, here are some great videos and pictures of haunts that used <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/" target="_blank">Spectral Illusions</a> effects in 2015.<br />
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First up is Faith Landsman from Bluestocking Farm in Burbank, CA. She used Phantom of the Park, rear projected in a window.<br />
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Next up is a great charity haunt in Anaheim that we featured on our blog a few weeks ago. <a href="http://motel6feetunder.org/" target="_blank">Motel 6 Feet Under</a> is an actual maze that you can really get lost in. Additionally, all proceeds go to BOO! Building Occupational Opportunities, and they help train people to work in theatrical environments while creating a fantastic haunt. A review from <a href="http://www.westcoaster.net/2015/10/12/motel-6-feet-under-2015/">WestCoaster.net</a> has some great pictures, including one featuring Restless Spirit. This is a 360 video from Horror Buzz, also viewable in Google Cardboard. You can scroll around as you watch (look up high for Restless Spirit and Electric Specter).<br />
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Richard Yates of Mission Viejo, CA, who submitted a fantastic Daisy last year to our <a href="http://spectralillusions.blogspot.com/2014/11/our-3rd-annual-customer-showcase.html">2nd Annual Customer Showcase</a>, sent in this video and a picture of Ghosts in the Graveyard and Waking the Dead in action in his Dead Zone Graveyard.<br />
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Chris Gonzales sent us this video of Restless Spirit in his window.<br />
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Missi Hickam of Casa de Muertos in Valencia, CA sent us a picture of her yard haunt. She also used Ghosts in the Graveyard. Looks pretty great!<br />
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That's not all! We'll have more coming in the next couple of days! If you would like to be featured, but haven't yet sent in pictures and/or video, there's still time! Send links and pictures to <a href="mailto:info@spectralillusions.com">info@spectralillusions.com</a>!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-71269970319886832672015-10-28T22:31:00.000-07:002015-10-28T22:31:04.725-07:00Spooktober Haunted Manor<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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If you happen to find yourself in Melbourne, Australia this Halloween, we would like to recommend a trip to <a href="http://www.spooktober.com.au/" target="_blank">Spooktober</a>. They have two haunts in two locations. The first is the Haunted Manor, located in the St Kilda Town Hall. They are a kid friendly Halloween Trail, suitable for ages 6 and up. At least until 8PM! Then the lights go down for a spookier, but still family friendly event, recommended for ages 10 and up. There will be a large Spectral Illusion there, too! Asylum Haunted House is far scarier and is strictly 18+, located near Wesley College. Tickets are available online and at ticket booths if the event isn't already sold out.<br />
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St. Kilda Town Hall<br />
99A Carlisle Street<br />
St Kilda, Vic 3182<br />
October 30 5PM-11:30PM<br />
October 31 10AM-11:30PM<br />
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557 St. Kilda Road<br />
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October 29-31 7PM-1AM<br />
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<br />Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-68635418241874242052015-10-22T10:11:00.000-07:002015-10-22T10:11:21.767-07:00Casa De Los MuertosStarting this weekend is a yard haunt in Valencia, CA called Casa De Los Muertos! We are told they will have Ghosts in the Graveyard running as well! Go check it out if you're in the area!<br />
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Casa De Los Muertos<br />
23801 Millford Court<br />
Valencia, CA 91354Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-67041103404813616572015-10-22T09:44:00.002-07:002015-10-22T09:46:17.889-07:00Rotten Apple 907<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<a href="http://rottenapple907.com/" target="_blank">Rotten Apple 907</a> opens this weekend, running October 24, 25, 30 and 31 from 7-10 PM. It is one of the most intricate yard haunts we've ever seen. They are amazing at design and allowing for the maximum amount of maze in a yard that we've seen. What is even more unbelievable is that they change their theme nearly every year! This year, they celebrate their 25th Anniversary with Rotten Apple Hollow, a western themed haunt, and you may see some Spectral Illusions around! Admissions are free, but they do take donations for the Burbank Temporary Aid Center, which provides a Food Pantry; sack lunches, showers and laundry for the homeless; medical assistance; and other services for those in need. Please go see this haunt if you're in the Burbank, CA area!<br />
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907 N. California St.<br />
Burbank, CA 91505<br />
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One of our favorite haunts in Los Angeles is the <a href="http://www.lals.org/" target="_blank">LA Live Steamers Ghost Train</a> in Griffith Park. It is a 15 minute or so ride through a variety of scenes and themes. It is kid friendly, as long as they meet the height requirement of 34". The LA Live Steamers is a Railroad Museum and exists solely on donations and this is their primary fundraiser for the year. It's a great place to go even when it's not Halloween. They have exhibits including Walt Disney's Barn moved to the property from his home where Walt, himself, worked on his personal railway. The Ghost Train is open October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31 and November 1 from 7-10PM. Tickets are $15. It gets busy, so be prepared to wait. The line also usually calms down around 9. There are lots of great effects going on throughout the ride, including a large proportion of Spectral Illusions effects. We also created a custom effect for them, seen above. Enjoy your ride! There's no light at the end of their tunnel!<br />
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LA Live Steamers Ghost Train<br />
5202 Zoo Drive<br />
Los Angeles, CA 90027<br />
323-662-8030Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-19294367269612823272015-10-09T12:35:00.000-07:002015-10-09T12:35:19.516-07:00Motel 6 Feet Under<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<a href="http://www.motel6feetunder.org/" target="_blank">Motel 6 Feet Under</a> is an actual maze. It could take 20 minutes to walk through, or longer if you get lost in the depths. There's creeps and scares around every corner, too! Even some of our Spectral Illusions effects! It is located in the Anaheim Business Expo Center, right across the freeway from Disneyland. It is on several Must See Haunt lists for Southern California, and it looks like it's going to be a great attraction! Additionally, Motel 6 Feet Under has a non-profit arm called BOO! (Building Occupational Opportunities). Their goal is to provide job training in the fields of theatrical arts construction for underserved adults. It's a great opportunity to be scared for a great cause. They open tonight, October 9 and will be open Thursday-Sunday until November 1. Ticket booth hours are 7-10PM Thursdays and Sundays, and 7-11PM Fridays and Saturdays<br />
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Motel 6 Feet Under<br />
1960 S. Anaheim Way<br />
Anaheim, CA 92805Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-21570645630937419872015-10-08T09:53:00.000-07:002015-10-09T12:35:43.590-07:00Kersey Valley SpookywoodsIt's that time of year again, and that means it's time to spread the word about some great haunts that are using our effects.<br />
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First up this year is <a href="http://spookywoods.com/" target="_blank">Kersey Valley Spookywoods</a> in Archdale, NC. It's already been open since September, and they're open Friday, Saturday and Sunday this week and Thursday-Sunday through Halloween weekend, then November 6,7, and 13 to close out the season. Ticket booth opens at 7:30. Check their website for more details and closing times, as they vary depending on the date. They've been on numerous Top Haunt lists, and looks like for good reason! After Haunt season is over, they'll be converting the Manor House into <a href="http://www.kerseyvalleyescape.com/" target="_blank">Kersey Valley Escape</a>. Spookywoods has been haunting Archdale since 1985. That's a lot of scaring! There are multiple scare zones and attractions, too. When you're at the Manor, don't forget to look up. You might see some familiar specters looking back at you!<br />
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855-485-7766Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-63295723290099670082015-08-31T14:36:00.003-07:002015-08-31T14:36:45.190-07:00Announcing The Seance, a new VR Experience from Spectral Illusions!We are happy to announce our that our new Virtual Reality Experience, The Seance, is now available for download on <a href="https://share.oculus.com/app/the-seance">Oculus Share</a>!<br />
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<br />Make contact with the spirit world in this mind-bending journey through a surreal haunted house in The Seance, a new virtual reality experience from Spectral Illusions.Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-70410871379671092812015-08-04T07:46:00.002-07:002015-08-04T07:46:59.429-07:00We're thrilled to announce three new effects for 2015!<br />
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A Dark and Stormy Night $25<br />
Add some rainy ambiance with our seamless looping thunderstorm, with rain and lightning! This effect includes both landscape, great for front or rear projection, as well as a portrait version, great for use in a TV rotated longways.<br />
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Ghosts In The Graveyard $30<br />
Lonesome spirits rise from forgotten graves. Extend the scope of your graveyard set by front or rear projecting our seamless looping digital backdrop on a wall or screen at the rear of your set.<br />
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Evil Clown Town $30<br />
The circus is in town and the Merry Go Round is about to break down. Our seamless looping digital mural is the ultimate projected backdrop for clowning around.<br />
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They are all now available for purchase at <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">SpectralIllusions.com</a>. Happy Haunting!<br />
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<br />Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-17627441008382530602015-06-04T13:40:00.000-07:002015-06-04T13:40:00.633-07:00Announcing a new Virtual Reality Experience from Spectral Illusions!<br /><br />We are thrilled to announce that, after many months of hard work, our new Virtual Reality Experience for the Oculus Rift System is now available on the Oculus Share site.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">
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<br /><br />Download it <a href="https://www.blogger.com/Download%20it%20HERE%20(https://share.oculus.com/app/cyberphobia)%20%20for%20free!">HERE</a> for free!<br /><br />After falling asleep in Psych 101 class, you experience the phobias being discussed in the educational film you were watching. Are you ready to face your fears?<br />We are also hard at work on our next collection of Spectral Illusions Effects, to be released this Summer!<br /><br />Happy Haunting!<br />Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-42103943614087153082014-11-14T15:00:00.000-08:002015-11-03T11:51:50.726-08:00Our 2nd Annual Customer ShowcaseThe fog has settled, the Trick or Treaters have gone home, and everything is safely packed away for next year. Well, maybe not all of it. Here at Spectral Illusions headquarters, we can't admit Halloween is over. Some great customers have submitted pictures and video of our effects in use in their haunts and we're thrilled to be able to show them all to you. If you haven't sent yours in yet, you still can. Either <a href="mailto:spectralillusions@gmail.com">email us</a>, post it on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SpectralIllusions">Facebook</a> page or tag it with #SpectralShowcase on <a href="https://twitter.com/spctrlillusions">Twitter</a>.<br />
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Richard and Julie Yates of Southern California sent in a picture and video of Daisy the Ghost Bride and Waking the Dead in their haunt.<br />
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Waking the Dead was displayed inside an ice chest, a inventive hiding place for him. This was their first year to use projection effects. We're looking forward to seeing what they come up with in the future!<br />
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Brian Willes of <a href="http://signwi7.wix.com/nightmare">Nightmare on Hickory Lane</a> also in Southern California created a very impressive Pepper's Ghost display featuring Phantom Wraith. No wonder people came back to ask how it was done!<br />
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Oscar Alvarez DelaCuadra of Mexico sent this great picture of Daisy projected on a shaped form. If you ever wanted to know what kind of difference a couple of yards of tulle makes to add dimensionality to her form, here you go!
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Finally, if you're looking for a good tutorial for Pepper's Ghost, especially for use in small spaces, check out this one on <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/Peppers-Ghost-Illusion-in-a-Small-Space/?ALLSTEPS">Instructables</a> from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HauntedGraeser">Wall.O.Ween Halloween Yard Haunt</a>. It is very detailed and well written.<br />
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Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-8652450920421465852014-10-16T23:59:00.000-07:002014-10-16T23:59:00.069-07:00LA Live Steamers' Ghost Train opens tonight!<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302948px; line-height: 17.5636348724365px;">One of our favorite haunts in Los Angeles is opening tonight! <a href="http://lals.org/">LA Live Steamers</a>' </span><a class="profileLink" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=191617974339301" href="https://www.facebook.com/laghosttrain" style="background-color: white; color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302948px; line-height: 17.5636348724365px; text-decoration: none;">Ghost Train</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302948px; line-height: 17.5636348724365px;"> in Griffith Park will be open Oct 17-19, 24-26,and 30-Nov. 2. They are open from 7-10, and they're amazing! Ride a train and see some great haunting! It's their annual fundraiser, so check it out!</span>Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-54625241771668984382014-09-18T23:59:00.000-07:002014-09-18T23:59:00.592-07:00Only 6 weeks until Halloween!<br />There's only 6 weeks left until Halloween!<br /><br />The spookiest time of the year is nearly here! Plans are in the works, but have you gotten your <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">Spectral Illusions</a> yet?<br /><br />From now until September 24th (at midnight!) you can get 10% off your purchase of Spectral Illusions if you enter 380Z5866 at checkout. <br /><br />For purchases of 3 or more effects, you can enter 26498951 at checkout for 15% off!<br /> <br /><br />All effects are available for purchase on our <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">website</a>!<br /><br />Don't forget to like us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SpectralIllusions">Facebook</a> and follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/spctrlillusions">Twitter</a>!<br /><br />Happy Haunting!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-18725204305146806862014-07-28T09:03:00.001-07:002014-07-28T23:01:38.428-07:00It's Our 2nd Anniversary!It's been two wonderful years since <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">Spectral Illusions </a>opened our virtual doors!<br />
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In that time, we've released 16 effects and had the privilege to work on some really amazing custom work for some great clients! You can see our work in theme parks, professional and amateur haunts, and even on buildings! We are so happy to have had the opportunity to make an impact on people's haunts.<br />
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Happy Haunting!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-91613132857232082142014-06-30T16:08:00.001-07:002014-06-30T16:08:38.857-07:00Fire In the Hole!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">Spectral Illusions</a>, in collaboration with <a href="http://www.garnerholt.com/">Garner Holt Productions</a>, has created custom CG projection effects for the explosive finale of the Calico Mine Ride at <a href="https://www.knotts.com/">Knott's Berry Farm</a>. We are thrilled to be able to contribute to this historic ride and help update it for a whole new generation of park visitors.Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-60887158691996329842014-05-31T13:12:00.003-07:002014-05-31T13:21:34.751-07:00Announcing Four New Effects for 2014!We are very excited to announce that we have 4 new effects for the 2014 season!<br />
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First up is Phantom of the Park: Was this the kooky old spook who burned down the abandoned amusement park? The effect is designed for use with a projector and is great for projecting on a scrim or screen or for use in a Pepper's Ghost setup.<br />
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Electric Specter: A bolt of lightning awakens this electrifying entity who delivers a shock of his own. The effect is designed for use with a projector and is great for projecting on a scrim or screen or for use in a Pepper's Ghost setup.<br />
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Creepy Peepers: Something's watching you from the cover of darkness. Let's just hope they don't have sharp teeth! This effect is designed for use with a 22-27" monitor.<br />
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Forsaken Prisoner: Left for dead, this forgotten skeleton wants to escape from his nightmare. This effect is designed for use with a 22-27" monitor.<br />
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They are all NOW AVAILABLE for purchase on our website <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">www.spectralillusions.com.</a> Happy Haunting!</div>
Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-34800442566257407392014-05-19T21:39:00.000-07:002014-05-20T12:13:55.212-07:00Did you miss out on the ScareLA Presale?We are really looking forward to exhibiting at ScareLA this August, and we hope you'll come see us in our booth. So, in case you missed out on the PreSale, we've managed to secure a discount code for Spectral Illusions fans! Just enter SPECTRALSCARE for 25% off your ticket purchase (except the VIP level) at checkout, and get ready for a great show! The code expires at 12:01AM Thursday May 22, so get them quick!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-50361627395631045802014-05-18T22:57:00.000-07:002014-05-18T22:57:17.018-07:00We're going to some Trade Shows, so come by our booth!In just a couple of weeks, we'll be flying out to Columbus, OH to exhibit at the <a href="http://www.midwesthauntersconvention.com/">Midwest Haunters Convention</a> at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. It runs June 7&8, so come by and see us in Booth 106! There will be NEW effects released just in time for the show, so come see them in person.<br />
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We're looking forward to seeing everyone at both shows!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-21755091013935438852013-11-13T10:42:00.000-08:002013-11-13T10:42:40.962-08:00Customer Showcase 2013, Part IIJeff Baird took a literary route to his haunt this year. He used Ghost of Prudence Primm, appropriately, in his library scene and Restless Spirit is not far behind. You can find them starting at about 1:30 in the video.<br />
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At <a href="https://www.hudsonvalley.org/events/horsemans-hollow">Horseman's Hollow</a> in Sleepy Hollow, NY, Daisy the Ghost Bride made an appearance, thanks to <a href="http://www.darktecheffects.com/">Dark Tech Effects</a>. This is a great pro haunt, and worth a look.<br />
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Thomas Wall, AKA User fortinbras79 on HalloweenForum.com, did a lovely Pepper's Ghost with Daisy the Ghost Bride. You can find information about his St. Louis yard haunt <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HauntedGraeser">HERE</a>.<br />
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In Chicago on Halloween, <a href="http://kentonavegraveyard.com/">Kenton Avenue Graveyard</a> was in full swing. They used both Accursed Helmsman and Lost at Sea. You can see the fantastic sail he built for his Helmsman at around 0:55 and 0:50 (respectively) of the following videos.<br />
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Ryan in Santa Clarita, CA used Daisy projected on a cutout in his yard. You can see her starting at about 1:25. Looks like she played a big part in spooking at lot of Trick-or-Treaters!<br />
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Last, but certainly not least is Daisy the Ghost Bride, projected on a cutout in an upstairs bedroom, brought to us from Julie Chambers in Ontario.<br />
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Thank you to everyone who sent us pictures and videos! We hope everyone had the spookiest haunt on their block, and can't wait to see what everyone does next year!</div>
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Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-47364842455529223382013-11-11T12:57:00.002-08:002013-11-11T13:02:01.479-08:00Customer Showcase 2013, Part IWe hope everyone has had a successful Halloween! Many of you have sent us pictures and video of your Spectral Illusions in action, so we want to show them off to everyone. <br />
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First up is user MudbuginTX from Houston, TX who sent us these rear projected gems:</div>
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User LittleBlueBMW used a similar rear projection technique. They really have a great window for Phantom Wraith.</div>
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Revenant Manor, a home haunt in Orlando, Florida used both Restless Spirit (in a Pepper's Ghost configuration) and The Haunted Tombstone (projected onto a form). You can see them starting around 0:53 in the video, but the whole haunt is very well done.</div>
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<a href="http://darklanehauntedattraction.webs.com/">Dark Lane Haunted Attraction</a> in Childersburg, AL used Ghostly Hearse. The haunt even made the local news. The attention to detail at this haunt is fantastic.</div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nuview-Haunted-House/442811765783334">The Haunting of Nuevo</a> is a fundraiser for the Nuview Elementary School in Nuevo, CA. They used The Ghost of Prudence Primm as well as the Ghostly Hearse. Let's hope Prudence didn't scare the kids away from the library forever!<br />
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We will have quite a few more haunts to feature in Part II. If you would like to be added to the list, send us pictures and/or video via email spectralillusions @ gmail.com (remove the spaces) and we will show off your hard work! Thanks to everyone who has already sent theirs in!</div>
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<br />Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-10023137103049882162013-10-29T22:36:00.003-07:002013-10-29T22:36:51.230-07:00House at Haunted HillThe big day is nearly here. There is one more haunt we would really like to tell you all about. It's one we've been involved in since before <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SpectralIllusions?directed_target_id=0">Spectral Illusions</a> existed. It is really an amazing show that you will remember for a long, long time. If you are in the Woodland Hills, CA area, you should absolutely see <a href="https://www.facebook.com/houseathauntedhill?directed_target_id=0">The House At Haunted Hill</a>. Most of our work with this haunt is custom work, from the exterior mood of the house to Snapper Bixby, the gadfly paparazzo. It is open October 30 (Tonight!)-November 3, 7-midnight on Friday and Saturday, 7-10 all other nights. Go see it! Happy Haunting!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-13036545449624833192013-10-24T23:10:00.000-07:002013-10-24T23:10:59.912-07:00Halloween Approaches!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy Haunting!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-84339549146125965242013-10-23T10:35:00.003-07:002013-10-23T10:35:29.757-07:00There is a haunt in Chino, CA called <a href="http://signwi7.wix.com/nightmare#!videos/c60z">Nightmare on Hickory Lane</a>. They are running this weekend 10/25-31, with 3 shows a night at 7, 7:30 and 8PM. Check them out if you can. Oh! And keep your eyes peeled for a <a href="http://www.spectralillusions.com/">Spectral Illusion</a>!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2437359852729903655.post-31283917218591629932013-10-21T09:30:00.000-07:002013-10-21T09:30:20.317-07:00Kenton Avenue GraveyardI'm sure you are all well into setup by now! If you are in the Chicago area and are looking for a haunt to check out on Halloween, you should go see <a href="http://kentonavegraveyard.com/">Kenton Avenue Graveyard</a>. It is pirate themed and kid friendly, so go see it! Oh, and you'll see a Spectral Illusion there as well!Spectral Illusionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14224768451332345237noreply@blogger.com0