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| Popular As | Ian O'Connor |
| Occupation | Special Effects |
| Age | 68 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | December 1, 1956 (San Diego, California, USA) |
| Birthday | December 1 |
| Town/City | San Diego, California, USA |
| Nationality | USA |
Ian O'Connor’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
Ian O'Connor was born in the Year of the Monkey. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Monkey thrive on having fun. They’re energetic, upbeat, and good at listening but lack self-control. They like being active and stimulated and enjoy pleasing self before pleasing others. They’re heart-breakers, not good at long-term relationships, morals are weak. Compatible with Rat or Dragon.
Ian holds a California #1 Pyro Card, Federal Explosives licenses and an IATSE 44 Special Effects Card. Fully versed in all aspects of Physical Effects and with specialties including but not limited to: Pyrotechnics, Stunt Rigging, Electronics, Remote Control ,and Pnuematics.
Ian prides himself on finding creative solutions to effects challenges and bringing an artistic vision to the work. O'Connor FX has an extensive stock of special effects equipment, a full complement of tooling for fabrication and fully equipped effects trailers.
In 1992, after over a decade working at some of the nation's most respected theaters, Ian moved to Los Angeles, where he achieved much success as a miniature pyrotechnics specialist during the "golden era" of miniature visual effects in the 1990's.
Along with numerous Feature Film, Television and Commercial credits he has designed Mechanical and Pyrotechnic special effects for Broadway, AC/DC, Casinos, New York's Public Theater, and the George Lucas Super live Adventure in Japan.
Ian has been asked to give lectures and presentations for the Visual Effects Society, Gnomon School of Visual Effects, IATSE and others. He has served as a special effects consultant for Sony Pictures in Moscow, Russia and taught special effects master classes in Kiev, Ukraine.
His work has been featured in Cinefex, American Cinematographer, The New York Times, The LA Times, Movie Magic, PBS Nova: "Special Effects Titanic and Beyond", Cinefantastique & the french publication Dixieme Planete:"Effets Speciaux".
He resides in the Hollywood Hills with his wife and business partner Sherry and their two Borzoi dogs: Diego and Quinn.
