J.R.R Tolkein’s epic, ‘The Lord of the Rings’ has been many things for many film makers: inspiration, archetype, dare. One of the most ambitious productions ever attempted… under the stewardship of acclaimed director Peter Jackson, who has drawn heavily on the talents of his collaborators, notably Grant Major… ..and now, in the darkness of the worlds cinemas, binds them. But first it was the artistry and labour of the art department that turned a country of several islands into the great and terrible continent of Middle Earth.
Eric Lichtenfeld
The Scenographer
January 2002

...the production Design, cinematography, countless special effects…. are all top-notch.
Hollywood Reporter
December 4th 2001

...the sets, scenic design, costumes, and props are spellbinding in their authenticity to the book, right down to the smallest details….
CNN.COM
December 18, 2001

Nominated Production Designer of the Year- AFI, 2002. for L.O.T.R., 2003, 2004

Nomination Best Art Direction for L.O.T.R.- BAFTA society, 2002, 2003, 2004

Nomination Best Art Direction- Art Directors Guild of America, 2002. Awarded Best Art Direction for L.O.T.R., 2003, 2004

Awarded Best Production Design- National Board of Review, 2002

Awarded Best Production Design- Phoenix Film Society, 2002

Awarded Academy Award (Oscar®) for ‘LOTR The Return of the King’, 2004.

Nominated for an Academy Award (Oscar®) 2002 and 2003