It's been over a year since Stan Winston passed away. Hearing of his death had left me with a sense of loss and surprise. I was unaware that he had been suffering from cancer for many years. The man and his studio produced truly amazing work. Sadly (at least, to me), the studio no longer carries his name but is now known as Legacy Effects. Only time will tell whether or not the company will continue to thrive without its unique founder.

 I have a small collection of special effects books (another interest of mine, for which I find difficult to get good books on. If you know of any, please let me know.) This book is the best one out of all of them. It provides a very comprehensive look at Stan Winston Studio. It has tons of behind-the-scenes photos, lots of in-depth interviews and stories, and an intimate look into Winston himself, including his biography and his personal artwork. I wish there were more books like this, covering the field of special effects. It's a fascinating craft.

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