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Ep 249: Lee Romaire: Building Worlds for Disney and Spielberg’s War of the Worlds
🔍 Episode Summary
In this episode, Damien Swaby sits down with the brilliant Lee Romaire, an Emmy-winning creative force behind some of the most iconic animatronic creations in entertainment. From his early fascination with Disney World and miniature train sets to designing immersive experiences for Disney Parks and major TV productions, Lee shares the origin of his creative passion and how he transformed it into a world-class career.
Listeners will discover:
Whether you're a fan of Disney, a creative professional, or just love origin stories that lead to artistic mastery, this episode is a must-listen.
🎧 Highlights
00:03 – Introduction and welcome
01:30 – Lee's early influences and love for artificial realism
03:15 – How taxidermy became a surprising creative gateway
05:50 – Journey from hobbyist to professional designer
12:40 – Lee’s work with Disney and his Emmy Award-winning TV contributions
17:10 – Philosophy behind immersive design
22:00 – Advice for aspiring creatives in entertainment design
Use Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:
In this episode, Damien Swaby sits down with the brilliant Lee Romaire, an Emmy-winning creative force behind some of the most iconic animatronic creations in entertainment. From his early fascination with Disney World and miniature train sets to designing immersive experiences for Disney Parks and major TV productions, Lee shares the origin of his creative passion and how he transformed it into a world-class career.
Listeners will discover:
- The childhood spark that ignited Lee’s career in animatronics
- How growing up in Louisiana and dabbling in taxidermy influenced his artistry
- Behind-the-scenes stories from award-winning projects
- Insights on blending technology, imagination, and storytelling in theme parks and television
Whether you're a fan of Disney, a creative professional, or just love origin stories that lead to artistic mastery, this episode is a must-listen.
🎧 Highlights
00:03 – Introduction and welcome
01:30 – Lee's early influences and love for artificial realism
03:15 – How taxidermy became a surprising creative gateway
05:50 – Journey from hobbyist to professional designer
12:40 – Lee’s work with Disney and his Emmy Award-winning TV contributions
17:10 – Philosophy behind immersive design
22:00 – Advice for aspiring creatives in entertainment design
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By Damien Swaby
4.9
1515 ratings
🔍 Episode Summary
In this episode, Damien Swaby sits down with the brilliant Lee Romaire, an Emmy-winning creative force behind some of the most iconic animatronic creations in entertainment. From his early fascination with Disney World and miniature train sets to designing immersive experiences for Disney Parks and major TV productions, Lee shares the origin of his creative passion and how he transformed it into a world-class career.
Listeners will discover:
Whether you're a fan of Disney, a creative professional, or just love origin stories that lead to artistic mastery, this episode is a must-listen.
🎧 Highlights
00:03 – Introduction and welcome
01:30 – Lee's early influences and love for artificial realism
03:15 – How taxidermy became a surprising creative gateway
05:50 – Journey from hobbyist to professional designer
12:40 – Lee’s work with Disney and his Emmy Award-winning TV contributions
17:10 – Philosophy behind immersive design
22:00 – Advice for aspiring creatives in entertainment design
Use Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:
In this episode, Damien Swaby sits down with the brilliant Lee Romaire, an Emmy-winning creative force behind some of the most iconic animatronic creations in entertainment. From his early fascination with Disney World and miniature train sets to designing immersive experiences for Disney Parks and major TV productions, Lee shares the origin of his creative passion and how he transformed it into a world-class career.
Listeners will discover:
- The childhood spark that ignited Lee’s career in animatronics
- How growing up in Louisiana and dabbling in taxidermy influenced his artistry
- Behind-the-scenes stories from award-winning projects
- Insights on blending technology, imagination, and storytelling in theme parks and television
Whether you're a fan of Disney, a creative professional, or just love origin stories that lead to artistic mastery, this episode is a must-listen.
🎧 Highlights
00:03 – Introduction and welcome
01:30 – Lee's early influences and love for artificial realism
03:15 – How taxidermy became a surprising creative gateway
05:50 – Journey from hobbyist to professional designer
12:40 – Lee’s work with Disney and his Emmy Award-winning TV contributions
17:10 – Philosophy behind immersive design
22:00 – Advice for aspiring creatives in entertainment design
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