H.R. Giger
Swiss surrealist artist and designer of Alien
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February 5
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📖Biography
H.R. Giger was a Swiss surrealist painter, sculptor, and set designer. He is famous for creating the 'biomechanical' art style, fusing human physiology with machines. He won an Academy Award for his design work on the film 'Alien', creating the iconic xenomorph.
🏆Major Works & Achievements
- ✦Academy Award for Best Visual Effects
- ✦Created Biomechanical art style
- ✦Designed the Alien xenomorph
- ✦Science Fiction Hall of Fame inductee
💬Famous Quotes
"In a way, I paint my fears.
"Some people are here to suffer.
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