First I’d like to say it’s good to see a forum like this and some of the wonderful ideas and creations from people who truly love the holiday. After stumbling on the site I just knew this was a good place to hang out with people who understand the obsession.

Now on with the formal introduction; my name is Barry, most call me Bear, Blaisdell. I’m an independent mask and prop maker from Texas. I’ve been running a special effects and prop shop for several years called Dungeon Designers. This past season I closed the doors to the shop and 16 years of haunting at the Haunted Hotel to spend more quality time with my two little ones during my favorite time of the year. Over the years I’ve had the privilege to experience helping haunts and haunters accomplish their ideas and bring the fear to life. I only hope I can somehow contribute to my new found community.

After moving in to the realm of the home haunt, I must say I’ve realized it’s much harder than running a professional haunt as a business. But, I truly look forward to sharing anything I can with anyone who will listen and I can’t wait to learn from you as well.

Wishing you and your family a very Happy and Safe, Thanksgiving.
-Bear