Rick Baker was born in born December 8, 1950, he is known as an American special makeup artist known for his realistic creature effects. With movies like The Exorcist (1973) (special effects assistant), An American Werewolf in London (1981) (special makeup effects), Harry and the Hendersons (1987) (makeup artist, creature designer: Harry), How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) (special makeup effects), and with latest The Wolfman (2010) (special makeup effects).
Here is a part 1 of a 4 part interview with Mr. Baker I feel is important for the new development in the world of Makeup Effects and the world of Graphic and Digital Arts. If you want to see the other 3 parts I have them posted on my blog "Shed Some Light Beyond The Sun" http://jteelphoto.blogspot.com/