Urban Landscapes – Part Two
An extraordinary showcase of painted skylines and architectural illusions reveals the hidden artistry that transformed cinema one brushstroke at a time…
29th September 2026
special effects history
2026
The Traditional Glass Shot
A look at how classic glass matte artistry and its clever plywood variations shaped cinematic illusions across decades with remarkable ingenuity…
25th September 2026
Snagging a Piece of Special Effects History
A fan’s rare visit to an ILM special effects auction reveals treasured Star Wars models iconic props and behind the scenes artifacts offering a vivid glimpse into the legacy of practical effects history…
6th August 2026
Mattes Up Close – Part Three
A close examination of intricate matte work, revealing subtle artistry, restoration nuances, and detailed craftsmanship that highlight the enduring skill behind classic cinematic illusions…
11th July 2026
Mattes Up Close – Part 1
A rare deep dive into seldom‑seen matte paintings, showcasing hidden artistry, surprising discoveries, and the cinematic magic revealed when these classic illusions are viewed up close…
15th June 2026
Earthquake
Relive the spectacle of 1974’s Earthquake, blending Sensurround thrills with impressive Golden Era matte paintings and classic Hollywood special‑effects craftsmanship…
17th April 2026
John P. Fulton
A retrospective tribute to John P. Fulton, celebrating his groundbreaking Golden Era special‑effects artistry and the remarkable matte work that helped define classic Hollywood cinema…
6th April 2026
The World of Charles Dickens
Exploring Slavko Vorkapich’s visionary montage work in Selznick’s Dickens adaptations and the remarkable Golden Era special‑effects artistry that shaped Hollywood’s interpretation of Victorian storytelling…
6th April 2026
Journey to the Centre of the Earth
A fond celebration of the 1959 fantasy classic, honouring its charming cast, memorable score and the stunning Golden Era special effects that still enchant audiences today…
2nd April 2026
The Last Days of Pompeii
A look at Willis O’Brien’s striking effects work on The Last Days of Pompeii, celebrating Golden Age matte artistry and the grand spectacle of 1930s disaster cinema…
1st April 2026
Roy Seawright – Hal Roach Studios Resident Wizard
Roy Seawright quietly shaped Hollywood magic at Hal Roach Studios, crafting ingenious effects for Laurel and Hardy long before blockbuster wizardry became an industry standard…
19th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Eleven
Another deep dive into classic matte artistry spotlighting ingenious optical work miniature craftsmanship and the enduring visual techniques that shaped cinema’s most ambitious illusions…
12th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Ten
A continued exploration of traditional matte artistry celebrating ingenious optical work miniature craftsmanship and the enduring visual techniques that shaped cinema’s most ambitious visual illusions…
11th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Nine
A continued showcase of traditional matte artistry highlighting inventive optical work miniature craftsmanship and the enduring visual techniques that shaped cinema’s most iconic illusions…
10th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Eight
A continued tribute to traditional matte artistry highlighting ingenious optical work miniature craftsmanship and the enduring visual techniques that shaped cinema’s most imaginative illusions…
9th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Seven
A continued celebration of classic matte artistry highlighting ingenious optical work miniature craftsmanship and the timeless visual techniques that shaped cinema’s most enduring illusions…
8th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Six
A further exploration of classic matte artistry showcasing inventive optical work miniature craftsmanship and the timeless visual ingenuity that shaped cinema’s most memorable illusions…
7th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Five
Another curated showcase of classic matte artistry miniatures and optical effects celebrating the ingenuity craftsmanship and visual imagination that defined Hollywood’s most ambitious cinematic illusions…
6th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Four
A curated selection of classic matte paintings and vintage effects artistry showcasing the craftsmanship innovation and cinematic imagination that shaped Hollywood’s most visually ambitious eras…
5th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Three
Another curated showcase of classic matte paintings miniatures and practical effects celebrating the craftsmanship ingenuity and cinematic artistry that defined Hollywood’s most imaginative visual eras…
4th March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part Two
A new selection of classic matte shots and vintage effects work highlighting the artistry craftsmanship and cinematic imagination that defined Hollywood’s most inventive visual eras…
3rd March 2026
Matte & Effects Films Celebrated: Part One
A celebration of classic matte paintings miniatures and vintage effects work showcasing the artistry and ingenuity that shaped Hollywood’s most imaginative cinematic illusions…
2nd March 2026
