Raymond Cusick(1928-2013)

Cusick's iconic design of the Daleks was inspired by a pepper (or salt) shaker, which he picked up and moved around a table during a conversation with special effects expert Bill Roberts (in order to illustrate mode of movement).

People do say I was inspired by a pepper pot - but I always think 'If that's all it takes to become a designer, then it's a doddle'. (on the inspiration for the look of the Daleks)