Whitlock was considered a Master of Matte for his quick skill and full-frame paintings.

Matthew Yuricich's matte painting career spanned Ben-Hur, Hitchcock, Blade Runner and Ghostbusters.

Canadian-born Les Bowie was famous for Hammer Horror and Superman.

The Japanese auteur was notable for his charmingly fake backgrounds and special effects.

Harrison Ellenshaw is a third-generation matte painter who carve out his own space in STAR WARS

Shepperton veteran Doug Ferris worked with Stanley Kubrick, Tim Burton, John Huston and Terry Gilliam

The Spanish VFX Legend worked on over 450 features.

Cliff Culley was a major painter on the CARRY ON and BOND films.

Jena Holman was a Matte Painter until her tragic early death.