Since the 70s, Rick Baker has been created some of the most iconic special effects creatures in Hollywood, from “The Gremlins” to “Planet of the Apes”, along with his work in classics like “Star Wars” to the 1976 version of “King King”. Now, Seven-time Oscar winner, Rick Baker announced a possible change of role in the industry during an interview on radio station KPCC. Baker who recently closed his Cinovation studios and is set to auction off some of his prized life’s work, as the industry begin to favor computer effects over practical effects, like makeup, finds himself maintaining space the industry no longer needed.
In the interview with KPCC, Baker says, “I said the time is right, I am
64 years old, and the business is crazy right now. I like to do things right, and they wanted cheap and fast. That is not what I want to do, so I just decided it is basically time to get out. I would consider designing and consulting on something, but I don’t think I will have a huge working studio anymore.”
Baker says he will continue to make monsters, but only on his terms. “I do all kind of crazy things. I paint, I sculpt, and I do digital models. This part of my life now I am basically retiring from the film industry and looking forward to just doing what I want to do.” To see some of Rick Baker’s latest creations, check out his Twitter account.