About James W. Payne
Lived 1929 – 1992 (aged 62). James W. Payne was an American art director, production designer and set decorator.
James W. Payne (November 11, 1929 – August 12, 1992) was an American set decorator. He won an Academy Award and was nominated for two more in the category Best Art Direction.
Selected filmography Payne won an Academy Award for Best Art Direction and was nominated for two more: Won The Sting (1973) Nominated Come Blow Your Horn (1963) The Oscar (1966)
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Who was James W. Payne?
set decorator (1929-1992)
When was James W. Payne born?
James W. Payne was born on 11 November 1929 in Ogden.
When did James W. Payne die?
James W. Payne died on 12 August 1992 in Salt Lake City.
What was James W. Payne's occupation?
James W. Payne was an art director, production designer and set decorator.
What nationality was James W. Payne?
James W. Payne was American.
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