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Bruce Gerald Woloshyn (born March 22, 1964 [1] in North Battleford, Saskatchewan), son of Gerry & Phyllis Woloshyn.[ verification needed ] He is a digital effects artist and supervisor. [1] [2] [3]
His visual effects television credits include
His feature film credits include
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Award-winning visual effects artist hopes his best work is never noticed. Bruce Woloshyn creates visual effects that enhance TV and film scripts.
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