John Dykstra quotes

John Dykstra is a renowned visual effects supervisor, recognized for his groundbreaking work in the film industry. With over three decades of experience, Dykstra has revolutionized the way movies come to life onscreen. From his early contributions in Star Wars to his recent achievements in superhero blockbusters, Dykstra's creative genius shines through his work. As a visionary in the field, he has received numerous prestigious awards for his mastery of visual effects. Explore John Dykstra's exceptional career and learn how his innovative techniques continue to shape the future of cinema.

As with sound, images are subjective. You and I may not see the same color red as red, but we will probably agree that the image on the screen is a digital image or film image, based on contrast, bit depth, and refresh rate.

- John Dykstra

Film, as far as I'm concerned, is my area of artistic endeavor, so I never think of a movie that gets released as being all done-it's just when they took it away from you.

- John Dykstra

If you can imagine it, we can make it.

- John Dykstra

I had done a lot of rock 'n' roll photography when I was in college. I was one of many photographers who worked for The Doors, Jefferson Airplane, and all of these rock 'n' roll bands.

- John Dykstra

George Lucas wanted this moving camera for all of the photography in Star Wars. He was willing to take a risk with the concepts that I advanced with regard to ways for doing that.

- John Dykstra

In the first Spider-Man, at the end of the movie, Peter Parker had to deny himself a relationship with a girl that he's in love with. The very next thing that happens is that he's swinging through the city.

- John Dykstra