Bill Pearson sorted through some of his transparencies while we were filming his contribution to the movie 'Alien Makers'. This page is dedicated to some of his shots.
The back drop is being painted by a scenic artist to extend the model landscape thus adding extra perspective.
Balaji (in alien suit) visits the model shop in a promotion shoot for Time Life magazine.
Engine room detailing.
After the shoot the landscape needs sifting with Fullers Earth to cover the bare plaster work.
Nostromo in the model shop undergoing electric rewiring.
In preparation for the landing gear shoot.
Getting the smoke density ready for the shoot
Ridley shoots some inserts at Bray Model Stage - Terry Pearce looks on as Phil Rae and a Scenic Artist (inside space suits) replace the actors in front of the Giger model landscape.
I remember the beautiful detail of the miniature helmets that were sent to Bray for the shoot.
A space helmet from Ivor Powell's collection.
Jump to 'Alien' page 1 ..........Jump to 'Alien' page 2