Behind The Magic

2026

A Salute To Versitility And Ingenuity
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A Salute to Versitility and Ingenuity

A heartfelt tribute to Warner Bros’ New Zealand era, celebrating the versatility and ingenuity of Golden Age matte artists and the invisible craftsmanship behind classic cinema…

30th March 2026
The Sfx Of Ohmss
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The SFX of OHMSS

A deep dive into the groundbreaking SFX of On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, celebrating its innovative matte work, practical effects and the craftsmanship behind Bond’s most elegant thriller…

29th March 2026
Meddings Magic Miniatures
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Meddings Magic Miniatures

A nostalgic dive into the artistry of Meddings’ miniature work, celebrating the craftsmanship that powered Gerry Anderson classics and defined an era of practical sci‑fi spectacle…

26th March 2026

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Q: What kinds of skills and talents does it take to be a conceptual artist?

A: Doug Chiang
– Conceptual designers need to be good artists. Our job is communication through art. The backgrounds of each artist in the art department are often as varied as our skills. Some are wonderful creature creators, like Terryl Whitlatch, and others like Iain McCaig excel at costumes. But the common link that binds us all is the ability to draw well.

In addition, concept designers need to be world builders. We need to be architects, vehicle designers, costume and creature designers, all in one. Good designers have the ability to see the uncommon in common objects.

From Ask the Jedi Council Archives – 1999

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