Eustace Lycett - 1914-2006

The New York Times has reported the sad and very belated news of the passing of Disney Studios special effects veteran Eustace Lycett this past November 16. His obituary can be found here.

Lycett began his 43-year career with Disney in 1937, working extensively with Ub Iwerks on the development of the multiplane camera. His film credits included Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Absent Minded Professor, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and an Academy Award for special effects for Mary Poppins.