Behind the scenes: How artists carve thousands of pumpkins every fall for the Great Jack-O-Lantern Blaze

Michael Natiello, the creative director, emphasizes their creative process, "We brainstorm, plan, and design all year, coming up with imaginative new pumpkin creations, rooted in the past."

Discussing the intensity of preparation, Natiello highlights, "The process resembles traditional pumpkin-carving, but it’s on steroids—utilizing drywall saws and woodworking tools for efficiency during peak carving times."

The annual arrival of pumpkins is a significant event; Natiello mentions, "Nearly 10,000 pumpkins show up on flatbed trucks throughout the season, all sourced from Wallkill View Farm in New Paltz."

Read at Time Out New York