Makey Makey me a monster at Ellis Public Library

Taylor McClung applies zombie makeup to her sister Chloe McClung, 13, during the Makey Makey Monday at the Ellis Public Library. Chloe plans to dress as 11 from “Stranger Things” for Halloween this year.

By CRISTINA JANNEY

Hays Post

Chloe McClung, 13, in her Zombie makeup.

ELLIS — Makeup Artist Taylor McClung visited the Ellis Public Library on Monday to give kids tips on creating monster makeup during its regular Makey Makey Monday event.

McClung, a cosmologist at Body and Soul, said she taught herself to create realistic-looking wounds and scary zombie makeup by watching YouTube videos and practicing on her younger sisters.

McClung and the kids laid down a base using tissue paper and latex makeup. Flesh-tone base was added to the latex and tissue layer to mimic skin.

They made tears in the latex/tissue layer and added dark red makeup to make the areas appear like wounds. Some of the participants also added oatmeal for more texture.

Makey Makey Monday is a new program at the Ellis Public Library. The sessions, which are aimed at children, have been focused on art or science. Some other events have included a Model Make ‘N’ Take and robot art.

The next Makey Makey Monday will be in November and be Lego themed. A date has not yet been set.