Ep 7. Queen Bees

In Face Off season 8 episode 7, titled "Queen Bees," the focus is on insects. The episode begins with McKenzie Westmore arriving at the lab, where she introduces the judges, who are joined by a special guest. It is none other than the queen bee herself! The challenge for the week is to create a queen bee-inspired look, but the twist is that the contestants have to work in pairs, which could lead to some interesting dynamics.

As the episode progresses, tensions run high between some of the pairs, with some contestants struggling to work together. One team, in particular, has trouble communicating and collaborating, leading to a last-minute scramble to finish their look. Another team, however, seems to be in sync, with each member playing to their strengths and complementing each other's skills.

The guest judge for the week is renowned beekeeper Susan Rudnicki, who adds her expertise to the judging process. As the contestants present their looks, Rudnicki provides insight into the behavior and traits of real queen bees, which the judges take into consideration when evaluating the creations.

Ultimately, some teams rise to the occasion, impressing the judges with their attention to detail and creativity. However, others fall short, with the judges pointing out flaws in the design or execution.

The episode ends with the elimination, as one team is sent home and the others move on to the next challenge. As always, the stakes are high, and each episode brings new surprises and challenges for the contestants. But with their talent, passion, and dedication, these artists are ready for anything.