
BLOOD & BURSHES:
SFX SHOWDOWN
SPONSOR PITCH DECK

INTRODUCTION
Ethereal Horror Fest and Bat City Scaregrounds presents, Blood & Brushes: Special Effects Showdown. Three artists, three hours, and one spine-chilling challenge. With your horrifically beautiful host, Scarah Damsel of the Doomed, three talented artists, voted by the public, will compete LIVE in front of a panel of expert judges as they craft original horror looks that push the boundaries of terror. Only one will claim the title and a grand prize. Join us for a night of frights, creativity, and unforgettable thrills!
SEEKING SPONSORS FOR SECOND ANNUAL BLOOD & BRUSHES: SFX SHOWDWON
The first of it's kind in the Austin area, Blood & Brushes is a unique event that aims to showcase local SFX Make Up Artists and unite horror enthusiasts alike. Your contribution will support the event, from funding grand prizes to live music. Last year's sponsors include Bat City Scaregrounds, Kirby Kosmetics, and Kickbutt Coffee. Learn more about last year's event here.

EVENT DETAILS
LIVE SFX MAKE UP COMPETITION
SUMMER 2025
@ KICKBUTT COFFEE
LIVE MUSIC
2024 Event: Attendance and Engagement
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Over 100 attendees from the horror, MUA, and film community.
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Multiple MUAs submitted, 6 made it to public vote, and 3 made it to the LIVE competition.
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Stormie M. Steen was the first Blood & Brushes: SFX Showdown winner walking away with a $500 cash prize, a LIVE masterclass segment at Ethereal Horror Fest '24, makeup merch provided by Kirby Kosmetics, and more!
Last Year's Sponsors




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SPONSORSHIP TIERS
Sponsorship can be in the form of monetary donation or in-kind donation.
LEVEL 1
Minimum $200 contribution.
LEVEL 3
Minimum $600 contribution
LEVEL 2
Minimum $400 contribution.
LEVEL 4
Minimum $750 contribution.
