The problem I have with schools is, people are taught, 'This is how you do this.' They're not taught about why you do this.

I was born in 1950 and watched science fiction and horror movies on TV and was always really fascinated by them.

I have always tried to stay current.

I can't tell you how many people would say to me as a teenager, 'Why don't you grow up and start thinking about getting a real job?

The problem I have with schools is, people are taught, 'This is how you do this.' They're not taught about why you do this.

I do what I did as a hobby as a kid, you know, and make a living at it. And I just feel like I'm one of the luckiest guys in the world 'cuz I get paid to make toys and play with them.

I wanted to make sure to always stay current, try to find new material and stay with the modern techniques.