PAFX / Creature Design / SFX Prosthetics

MORVAKH

Context

MORVAKH began as an original creature study created entirely by PAFX Studio in Vietnam. The project first explored the character through digital references and physical clay development before progressing into mould-making, silicone fabrication, surface finishing and final application. The completed character was photographed as a celebration of Halloween—a moment when transformation, practical effects and collaborative image-making can exist within one physical form.

Creative intention

The design is built around facial mass, anatomical tension and a sharply defined silhouette. A heavy brow, recessed eyes, layered cheek structures, an exposed dental form and asymmetrical horns establish the creature’s physical identity. The finished surface combines earthy flesh tones, dark horn structures, pale accents and metallic details while preserving the dimensional character of the original clay sculpture.

Role of PAFX

PAFX Studio was responsible for the complete creation of MORVAKH, from the original concept and creature design to clay development, physical sculpture, mould-making, silicone prosthetic fabrication, surface finishing and application on the performer.

Project narrative

MORVAKH is an original creature developed by PAFX Studio from concept and clay sculpture into a finished silicone prosthetic applied directly to a performer. Presented as a Halloween 2026 creature study, the project brings together physical creature design, SFX prosthetics, fashion, styling and portrait photography.

Scope of work

Original Concept Creature Design Digital Development Clay Development Clay Sculpture Mould-Making Silicone Prosthetic Fabrication Surface and Colour Finishing Prosthetic Application Final SFX Finishing

Process

MORVAKH began with an original creature concept and digital references before being sculpted entirely in clay. After the anatomy, silhouette and surface structure were established, the sculpture progressed through mould-making and silicone fabrication. Colour and surface variation were developed to preserve the depth of the clay form before the completed prosthetic was positioned and applied to the model.

Final result

The completed MORVAKH combines the dimensional structure of a hand-developed sculpture with the physical presence of an applied silicone prosthetic. Through its horns, recessed eyes, layered facial anatomy, exposed teeth and textured surface, the character maintains a strong silhouette from both frontal and three-quarter views. Fashion, styling and photography complete the transformation without removing the prosthetic from the centre of the image.

Halloween 2026

Created as a celebration of Halloween 2026, MORVAKH honours the transformative possibilities of creature design and practical effects—where sculpture, prosthetics, performance and fashion converge to form a new physical identity.

Project information

Fashion Designer
@____moann____
Stylist
@katherine.ssri
Photographer
@bean_xb_
Assistant
@phviee.21_
Model
@n.hxnh
Creature Design
@annasiataaa_jch — PAFX Studio
SFX / Prosthetic Application
@annasiataaa_jch — PAFX Studio
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