Ralph Hammeras
American designer
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Ralph Hammeras (March 24, 1894 – February 3, 1970) was an American special effects designer, cinematographer and art director. He was nominated for three Academy Awards. He created a large-scale miniature of the city of London for the film The Sky Hawk, he also created special mechanical effects for it.[1] He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and died in Los Angeles, California.
BornMarch 24, 1894
DiedFebruary 3, 1970 (aged 75)
Occupations
Yearsactive1925-1960
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| Born | March 24, 1894 |
| Died | February 3, 1970 (aged 75) |
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| Years active | 1925-1960 |
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Awards
- 1929: Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Engineering Effects.[2]
- 1931: Just Imagine - Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Art Direction.[3][4]
- 1949: Deep Waters - Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Special Effects.[5][6]