Goodbye, Tippett Studio: A Piece of Star Wars History Closes Forever

Phil Tippett’s legendary Berkeley studio is closing after almost 40 years. Original movie props, creatures, miniatures and memorabilia are now being sold. For Galaxy Diorama, this is a deeply personal goodbye. There are some news stories that are difficult to write. This is one of them. When we heard that Tippett Studio in Berkeley is […]
Phil Tippett: Stop-Motion Master, Monster Architect, and Creative Beacon for Galaxy Diorama

Phil Tippett is more than a master of special effects—he is a visionary who has redefined how we perceive creatures, puppets, and visual storytelling in cinema. For us at Galaxy Diorama, his work is more than a technical reference: it is pure inspiration, a living example of how passion, artistry, and dedication can transform dreams […]