Stan Winston is the creator of many of the most unforgettable faces in the modern history of dark fantasy filmmaking.

From fearsome and horrific to seductive or heartbreaking, his creatures are in a world apart by combining old-school craft with constant innovation.

Winston studied painting and sculpture in college and began his Hollywood career in 1969 as an apprentice with Disney Studios learning makeup. His unique talent was soon noticed within the film industry.

His work on The Terminator in 1984 brought widespread acclaim, and his creations for Jurassic Park, Aliens, Edward Scissorhands, The Predator, The Thing , Batman Returns, and Big Fish made him a legend. Winston also created the subtle but effective makeup in Interview With the Vampire. He directed the cult horror film Pumpkinhead.

Winston Studios has created spin-off s devoted to digital effects, comics and action figures and a film production company.