Special effects pioneer, Stan Winston, died today at the age of 62 from multiple myeloma, a form of cancer. The designs and innovations that came from Stan Winston studios were always a huge influence on my art. This is a very sad day for fans of special effects in film and television.

I first learned of Stan Winston after seeing Aliens back in 1986. I was instantly hooked, as so many of us were. From there I followed the films he worked on. Such films as Leviathan, Jurassic Park, Predator,Terminator 2: Judgement Day, and the list goes on and on and on. Anyone that is informed about the people working behind the scenes in film knows just what a legend Stan Winston is and also how deeply he will be missed. He was a man I wish I could have met, but I will forever enjoy his creations nonetheless. Sixty-two years of age is far too young an age to die, especially for a man that probably had a few more decades worth of creativity to share. But he accomplished so much in his time. I can only dream of amassing such a vast, and accomplished, portfolio of work as he.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and colleagues today. Stan, thank you for all the wonderful inspiration you have given us over the years. God Bless.

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