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ABOUT US

Special Effects Ireland is an Irish-based company based in Ardmore Studios in County Wicklow. Our team is passionate about film and practical special effects with vast experience in the industry and award-winning creations.

We believe in the POWER BEHIND YOUR IMAGE.

In your next project, with regards special effects, film, TV, advertisement, music video, to enhance what you want to portray.

Talk to us if you have a project you would like to discuss, we would love to hear from you.

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THE FOUNDER

GERRY JOHNSTON’s career in the film industry began in 1966 – on The Blue Max – a World War One film, shot on location in Ireland, starring James Mason and George Peppard.

To date, Gerry has provided effects for over 90 feature films – in Ireland, the Far East, and Europe – as well as numerous TV series, commercials, theatre productions, music videos, and corporate events.

Founder and Managing Director of Special Effects Ireland, he is also a director and film producer.

Check out his IMDB

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