Joel Johnson interviews Syd Mead: part 2 (BBtv)

Today on BBtv, part 2 of Boing Boing Gadgets editor Joel Johnson's interview with his hero, futurist and artist Syd Mead, on the evolution of conceptual design.

In this installment, we go inside Syd's studio in Pasadena, CA, and learn more about the creative process behind his work for movies, television, and automobile design -- both Hot Wheels and life-sized -- and how Syd feels about design in the video game industry.

Mead is a former designer for Ford Motor Company and US Steel. His designs have appeared in many movies, including Aliens, Tron, and Blade Runner.

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[Rick258442]

There is alot of astonishing talent out there today and there is one man who influenced it all. -Syd Mead.

[bluepheonex1989]

I have rarely seen a man in posession of so much talent, that keeps it subdued by so much modesty.

He seems a truely great man, and I really hope i get to meet the guy one day.

[BluTrilobite]

@DivineStrike00 So true, the one Gundam story arc that really stands apart if only for the unique mecha designs, certainly lightyears ahead of the boxy, Tonka truck like designs of the current Gundam show.

[Gredika]

@Usulplokoon lil bit.

[Usulplokoon]

I love Mass Effect.... but they sorta ripped Syd off lol

[JZZ31]

Thanks for that interview.

[Naxwell]

@DivineStrike00 I know right? That thing is rad.

[DivineStrike00]

no mention of Turn A. sad

[morgs2020]

Can't wait to see Aliens Colonial Marines

[RRomeo77]

awesome, I like Sys's style very much too