Saturday, March 3, 2012

RIP Ralph McQuarrie - View on Film

Ralph McQuarrie- 1929-2012

Wow, I am at a loss.  Ralph McQuarrie was a man, for whom if he hadn't existed, Star Wars may have never been.  George Lucas knew he would have a tough time selling his vision for Star Wars to the suits at the studios, so he commissioned art from a Boeing Employee to give an idea of what George had in mind.  It worked.  Here's a look at the work he did.  He created art, and storyboards for numerous projects.  Check out his website for more.  http://www.ralphmcquarrie.com/

Personally, as I child I loved to look at his art.  I was thrilled when I could buy posters of it at the Star Tours ride at Disneyland.  He will be missed.














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