Despite the fact that Halloween has been celebrated for almost 2,000 years, the costumes we are accustomed to today have only been around for about 100 years.

Children of various ages dress as vampires, witches, and devils at the end of October, while adults from all over the world join in with a wide variety of fancy dress outfits.

I asked our Pandas to share with us what their Halloween costumes will look like this year, or how they looked like last year, and they sure delivered!

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My Daughter's Mushroom Costume!

My Daughter's Mushroom Costume!

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Bored Panda reached out to Beatrice Sniper, who is an award winning Special Effects artist, based in New York/New Jersey. First, we asked the makeup artist to explain to us what she does for a living and what got her interested when it comes to doing special effects makeup.

“I didn’t have any interest in special effects Makeup. I was brought up in a religious, secluded household so I was never exposed to horror movies, or any movies at all - we weren’t allowed to watch television. When I was going to college for Computer Animation, we were required to take a few elective classes that didn’t necessarily fall under our major. The elective class I decided to take was called ‘Intro to Makeup for Film and TV’ (taught by Paul J. Mason). I thought why not, it sounds like an easy A.

It was there that I was taught the basics of makeup - how to apply straight makeup, cuts, burns, blood, etc with a kit that the class shared. It opened up a whole new world for me and as I revisited some movies, I was able to see horror movies as an art, and I grew to appreciate it more. People like Rick Baker, Clive Barker, Del Torro, David Cronenberg, Greg Nicotero, Ve Neil, Stan Winston, Dick Smith, etc, brought so much to the table that changed how we see movies. It was like a warm welcome for being different - which is what I was always told is bad.”

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I Am Chucky And Hears The Photoshoot

I Am Chucky And Hears The Photoshoot

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When asked about what was the most interesting part of this job, here’s what Sniper told us, “The most interesting thing about this job is that each job is different. One day I’m slaughtering someone and exploding heads, the next day I’m turning someone into a demon, the next day I’m giving someone cancer, and the next day I’m making someone look 40 years older. Everyday is different, every project is a new adventure. Its a magic in the art. A science. And it makes me feel like anything is possible. I’m always learning something new, and I never stop learning. Theres always a new technique, a new product, a new way to look at things.”

#4

Culturally Insensitive Mexican Guy And Taco Cat!

Culturally Insensitive Mexican Guy And Taco Cat!

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#5

My Scarlet Witch Costume From Last Year

My Scarlet Witch Costume From Last Year

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In case you didn’t know, Beatrice also worked on some movies as well, therefore we asked her if her experience in the industry made her more aware of certain things and how they are done when she watched movies just leisurely outside of work.

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”Well, since I came from a background of Computer Animation so I’m aware of the post production process, and now that I switch into production so I’m even more fascinated by how much goes into film making. It gives me a greater appreciation, and although i do admit I’m always looking for mistakes in film - like continuity, or checking to see if the dead bodies are breathing, that only makes it feel more real to me. I love the film-making process, and although I’ve never went to school for film, it makes me appreciate it more.”

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My Friend Vic And I! I Was Marge! She Was Tiger King! This Was Last Year! We Haven't Finished This Year's Yet!!

My Friend Vic And I! I Was Marge! She Was Tiger King! This Was Last Year! We Haven't Finished This Year's Yet!!

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Given the type of work the makeup artist does, we asked her if she had ever received any weird or fun requests throughout her career.

”Oh, I get weird jobs and requests. Thats also what makes this fun. Each job is a story - with the people involved, situations that happen on set, or the storyline of the project. I will favor some jobs because of the crew members or the location. Its so rewarding to be a part of the film making world. For example, I got a request to change the appearance of an actor. When I arrive on set, I find out that people are trying to smuggle someone out of the country, so they need to make it appear that someone doesn’t look like themselves. Or it can doing special effects for military training. Its a new crew for each project, and you make tons of memories.“

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#9

Everyone Else's Costumes On This Post Are All Like Super Cute And Intricate And I'm Literally An Inflatable Dino

Everyone Else's Costumes On This Post Are All Like Super Cute And Intricate And I'm Literally An Inflatable Dino

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Beatrice also shared that she preferred working on smaller indie movies, rather than large projects from big corporates. “Funny you ask that. Most of the times, its the small indie films that are more interesting and fun. The major movies - like union jobs, such as law and order, or Amazon movies, the jobs are usually boring, the crew is massive so you’re overwhelmed, everyone goes by certain rules/standards. With independent movies, they don’t pay much but the projects are way more fun because you have downtime to talk to people, most of the time they are shooting in their own backyards or their friends houses. The crew is more down-to-earth and chill, and there is more leeway.”

#11

I Work At A Haunted House. This Is My Torture Victim Costume

I Work At A Haunted House. This Is My Torture Victim Costume

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We were also curious to find out how much research goes into a single project, and here’s what the artist shared, “Honestly, it depends on the project. I always always always collect reference photos, I have several folders of reference photos. And this can include stuff like burns, cuts, bruises, weird deaths, skin diseases, old age, anatomy, costumes, and inspirations. Theres alot of fascination with death, dark concepts and it takes a bit of self awareness to learn to be okay with that.”

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#12

Just A Pic Of My Son At 6 Am. Everyone Says He Looks Like Chucky

Just A Pic Of My Son At 6 Am. Everyone Says He Looks Like Chucky

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#13

Im Being A Renaissance Fairy This Year

Im Being A Renaissance Fairy This Year

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When asked about the hardest part of the work Beatrice does, she wasn’t holding back as she gave a few valid reasons, “The hardest part about my work is that people don’t realize how costly a lot of this stuff can get. And when a lot of film makers want a lobster meal, they can only afford a mcdonalds sandwich. I WISH that I could work for free, I’d be super happy. However, materials are costly and I have bills to pay. I LOVE going big, and being able to create big effects and cool insane makeups, but I also have to explain to people how much time and money goes into this. Its not easy, and it’s a process. 

Being on set can be challenging too - because sometimes you can butt heads with different artistic mindsets, or you’re in a location that is… annoying. Like filming outside in the winter, or shooting in the woods during the summertime with no bathroom nearby and tons of mosquitos ready to devour you. The hours can be long, and the rates are constantly fluctuating. Its rough, but its fun.”

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Lastly, we asked Beatrice to share some tips on how you Pandas could take your Halloween costumes to a next level using very minimal effort.

”Personally, im such a fan of eye contacts. They always make a look more intense… and TEEEEEETH! Usually, the most BASIC makeup I get asked to do, especially during haunt season is paling a face, heavy high contrast contouring, veins. Some people can get away with throwing blood splatter on themselves and calling it a day. But if you wanna get fancy, try drawing a cool design. Take. Your. Time. Practice practice practice. You can transform yourself into ANY character, how amazing is that?”

#17

My Son Was A Little Dwight Shrute Last Year

My Son Was A Little Dwight Shrute Last Year

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#18

My Friend And I Are Going As Spy vs. Spy. This Is One Of The Two Masks I Made. The Rest Of The Costume Is Easy!

My Friend And I Are Going As Spy vs. Spy. This Is One Of The Two Masks I Made. The Rest Of The Costume Is Easy!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I added some more frown lines and what not to make the faces match the old comics more. The eyes are cut out and then sheer material glued in the make them black.

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#21

Captain Spaulding

Captain Spaulding

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Whoah! This is how you do scary clown!! None of that "teehee i'm sexy pennywise" nonsense. This is spot on.

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#23

My Daughters Costume From Last Year. She Let Me To Almost 4 Hours Of Makeup And Hair To Get The Exact Look She Wanted

My Daughters Costume From Last Year. She Let Me To Almost 4 Hours Of Makeup And Hair To Get The Exact Look She Wanted

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#24

Kiddos Making Their Own Costumes

Kiddos Making Their Own Costumes

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is awesome. Most kids want store bought costumes. I loved when i made my almost adult kids costumes from thrift stores or what we had on hand. So much more fun.

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#26

Crutchie From The Musical Newsies. Not Quite Complete, Still Need The Crutch

Crutchie From The Musical Newsies. Not Quite Complete, Still Need The Crutch

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Ari
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YESS! NEWSIES! My friend would love your costume as well

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#27

Enoch From Over The Garden Wall, Episode 2

Enoch From Over The Garden Wall, Episode 2

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Kristina
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OH. MY. GOD. YESSSSSS OVER THE GARDEN WALLLLL (my family watches it every fall we love it!!!! it's amazing)

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#31

I've Been Going As "Me, With A Moustache" For About 15 Years Now

I've Been Going As "Me, With A Moustache" For About 15 Years Now

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Steven Bennett
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can't fool us; clearly that costume is John Oates from Hall & Oates, circa 1983. 😂

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#32

Nezuko Kamado

Nezuko Kamado

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this! As a side note I see this character at all the Cons yours finally made me look it up!

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JB
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why is the Jedi holding her lightsaber in her mouth?

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#33

Wip Of My Costume - "Undead Skull Wolf"! It's Not Complete Yet, I Have To Add Fur On The Head/Neck And Make Paws

Wip Of My Costume - "Undead Skull Wolf"! It's Not Complete Yet, I Have To Add Fur On The Head/Neck And Make Paws

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#34

I’m Starry Night! This Was When I Tried It On This Morning, So I Hope You Like It!

I’m Starry Night! This Was When I Tried It On This Morning, So I Hope You Like It!

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#36

No Full Body Pic, But Here’s The Helmet— Mono, Little Nightmares II

No Full Body Pic, But Here’s The Helmet— Mono, Little Nightmares II

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#37

My Daughter As A Viola For Halloween Themed Orchestra Concert

My Daughter As A Viola For Halloween Themed Orchestra Concert

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Kyndra Murphy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very unique and interesting. You can tell what she is. It's obviously very intriguing and something to have a conversation about. Love the creativity and the imagination of it. !

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#38

Last Year I Went As An Evil Minion... My Hair Was Purple For Months

Last Year I Went As An Evil Minion... My Hair Was Purple For Months

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#42

Sam. I Put So Much Time Into This I Have To Wear It!

Sam. I Put So Much Time Into This I Have To Wear It!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Trick or Treat. Actually just watched the movie today, while reading the comic at the same time. Fun.

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#43

From Left To Right- My Sister (Tubbo), Me (Ranboo), And Our Friend (Philza)

From Left To Right- My Sister (Tubbo), Me (Ranboo), And Our Friend (Philza)

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#44

Last Year I Was Jason Voorhees. This Year I Will Be A Nazgul-Rider (From Lotr), With Real Horse!

Last Year I Was Jason Voorhees. This Year I Will Be A Nazgul-Rider (From Lotr), With Real Horse!

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#45

Nadja From What We Do In The Shadows. Not Complete Yet

Nadja From What We Do In The Shadows. Not Complete Yet

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#46

This Was Last Year! Tried Being A Warstruck Pirate Cat ^w^

This Was Last Year! Tried Being A Warstruck Pirate Cat ^w^

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#48

I Will Wear One Of My Fursuits, Void Hunter

I Will Wear One Of My Fursuits, Void Hunter

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, Void Hunter is a self made suit by a local furry, Blackreaper. So, yeah, this robo Khajiid is going to rock the city

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#49

Homicidal Dolly

Homicidal Dolly

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