Irven Spence
Also known as Irvin Spence, Irv Spence
Irven Spence, born April 24, 1909, in Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, was a visual effects specialist known for his work in animation and key animation roles. He began his career in the early 1930s, contributing to the 1931 animated short "Laughing Gas." Spence's notable works include serving as the animation director for "Wizards" (1977) and providing key animation for "The Lord of the Rings" (1978).
Biography
Irven Spence, born April 24, 1909, in Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, was a visual effects specialist known for his work in animation and key animation roles. He began his career in the early 1930s, contributing to the 1931 animated short "Laughing Gas." Spence's notable works include serving as the animation director for "Wizards" (1977) and providing key animation for "The Lord of the Rings" (1978). He also worked on "Raggedy Ann & Andy: A Musical Adventure!" (1977) in an animation capacity. Spence passed away on September 21, 1995.
