The Art of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace features conceptual illustrations, sequential art, and fully executed paintings. This volume in the "Art of" series delves into the Lucasfilm archives, detailing Episode I's use of traditional and high-tech media and exploring the creative impulse behind all of the designs. Inside are key action sequences, including the Podraces on Tatooine and the ground and space battles; interviews and photos of the artists at work; paintings that capture the exotic environments of Naboo, Tatooine, and Coruscant; the visual evolution of the battle droids, the Trade Federation ships, and characters such as Qui-Gon Jinn, Queen Amidala, and Jar Jar Binks; and a showcase of poster art for Episode I.