Winston Effect

Name: Winston Effect
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SKU: 9781845761509
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The Art and History of Stan Winston Studio

By Jody Duncan

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Winston Effect by Jody Duncan delves into the fascinating life and career of Stan Winston, a legendary special effects artist in the film industry. The book explores his groundbreaking contributions and creative processes that led to iconic movie moments. It's a captivating journey through the life of a man who revolutionised the way we experience special effects in cinema.
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Winston Effect

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the magic of special effects in Hollywood and want an inside look at the career of a legendary figure in the industry. With an intriguing mix of personal anecdotes and professional insights, it offers a detailed tribute to a master of cinematic artistry.

Stan Winston and his team have been creating characters, creatures and monsters for the silver screen, from "The Terminator" to the dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park". This book reveals the behind-the-scenes secrets of his groundbreaking artistry and effects work. It features sketches, production art, and photographs from the studio archives.

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For over 30 years, Stan Winston and his team of artists and technicians have been creating characters, creatures, and monsters for the silver screen, from The Terminator and the extraterrestrial monstrosities of Aliens and Predator to the amazing dinosaurs of Jurassic Park and the fanciful character of Edward Scissorhands.

Now, at last, he's opening up the Stan Winston Studios to collaborate on the first-ever book to reveal all the behind-the-scenes secrets of his groundbreaking and hugely influential artistry and effects work.

Featuring an extensive array of sketches, production art, and photographs straight from the studio archives, this is the book his fans have been waiting for!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Winston Effect is praised as a comprehensive tribute to one of Hollywood's legendary special effects artists. Reviewers commend the book for its in-depth exploration of his career and the captivating insights into his groundbreaking contributions to the film industry.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781845761509

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 November 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Illustration: over 500 colour photos

Contributors:

Foreword by James Cameron

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 2132g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Stan Winston is the world's foremost creator of make-up, creature and character designs. The winner of four Academy Awards[registered], three British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, two Emmys and numerous other industry awards, Winston originally came to Hollywood to become an actor. While looking for work in 1969, he became a make-up apprentice at Disney Studios - a "day job" that quickly evolved into a stellar career, encompassing commercials, television and film.