The Art of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
The Art of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back is a book showcasing artistic creations that were made during the production of Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back.
Originally released in 1980 under the title "The Art of The Empire Strikes Back", the book was re-released in 1994 with an expanded title. Furthermore, it was updated in 1997 to incorporate material from the Special Edition.
Publisher's summary
The Art of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back is a stunning, full-color tribute celebrating the remarkable artistic and technical achievements found within the second installment of the most incredible space saga ever conceived. Richly adorned with a collection of production sketches, paintings, costume designs, construction blueprints, matte paintings, storyboards, and still photographs, complemented by biographies of the exceptional artists and technicians responsible for crafting the film, The Art of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back is a must-have volume for enthusiasts and special effects aficionados alike.
This volume includes:
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A description of the complex stop-motion animation method employed for the tauntaun, the creature ridden by Luke on the icy planet of Hoth.
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Details on the design and animation approaches utilized in the construction of the towering Imperial walkers.
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The development and transformation of the Yoda character.
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Captivating matte paintings vividly portraying the vibrant Cloud City.
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Sixteen pages filled with illustrations and photographs originating from the additional footage featured in the Special Edition films!
Sources
- The Jedi Master's Quizbook
- The Secrets of Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire