Mak Wilson (born 3 September 1957) is a now retired English puppeteer, writer, CG animation director, and mocap artist.
Wilson was born in Consett, England, but grew up in nearby Stanley, County Durham.
He began his professional career in 1973 at the age of 15, but his screen physical performer and puppeteering work started in 1981 with The Dark Crystal.
From 1990 he became head puppeteer and creative advisor for the London Jim Henson's Creature Shop, but when it closed down in 2005 Mak Wilson began freelancing and worked extensively with the BBC.
He now spends his time writing on the subjects of King Arthur and the ‘Dark Ages’ in general.