Pons Maar, a multifaceted artist, hails from Florida, where he initially explored his creative inclinations in ceramics and visual art. Upon relocating to San Francisco, he became an integral part of the local arts scene, demonstrating his versatility as a graphic designer, performance artist, and musician, with stints in art/punk bands.
His remarkable talent caught the attention of renowned Sound Designer/Editor Walter Murch, who was impressed by Pons' solo performance of 'Natural Enemies' and subsequently cast him as the Lead Wheeler in his directorial debut, Return to Oz (1985). Not only did Pons act in the film but also served as the Performance Coordinator, marking the beginning of a pattern that would see him excel on both sides of the camera.
Pons' subsequent roles in The Golden Child (1986) and Masters of the Universe (1987) further showcased his aptitude for extreme latex makeup and his ability to bring to life elaborate creature and fantasy character suits. His extensive work in non-human roles continued with a 65-episode run on the TV show Dinosaurs (1991) and a starring role in Theodore Rex (1995).
As his career progressed, Pons shifted his focus to coordinating Puppets and Creatures in various feature films and TV productions. During his tenure as Co-Head of the Screen Actors Guild Puppeteer Committee from 2003-2005, he worked alongside Kevin Carlson to achieve a significant milestone – elevating the puppeteer's status from a caucus to a full committee.
