Dennis Muren is the Senior Visual Effects Supervisor at Industrial Light and Magic. Recipient of eight Academy Awards for Best Achievement in Visual Effects, Muren is actively involved in the evolution of the company, as well as the design and development of new techniques and equipment. In June 1999, Muren became the first visual effects artist to be honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is currently finishing a book on 'How to Observe' for computer artists.