My name is Travis Raffety. Im the photographer behind Manticore Media, a brand built from a passion for horror, haunted attractions, and the incredible artists who bring nightmares to life.
My work focuses on haunt photography, special effects makeup photography, scare actor portraits, and horror event coverage. I specialize in capturing the atmosphere that makes the horror industry so unique, from the smallest details of prosthetic makeup to the energy and emotion of a live haunt.
As someone who has spent countless hours around haunted attractions and the Halloween community, I understand the dedication that goes into every character, every makeup application, and every scare. My goal is to create images that not only document these moments but also showcase the artistry and passion behind them.
Whether I'm photographing a haunted house, an SFX makeup artist's latest creation, or a performer fully immersed in character, I strive to create cinematic, high impact images that tell a story and preserve the magic of the haunt industry.
Based in Florida and available for travel, I work with haunted attractions, makeup artists, horror performers and Halloween events across the country.
At the end of the day, Manticore Media exists for one reason: to celebrate the people who make monsters, create fear, and keep the spirit of Halloween alive all year long.