THE NAPKIN ART OF TIM BURTON: A Peek Into The Whimsical Doodlings Of A Celebrated Filmmaker

Tim Burton by Leah Gallo

Tim Burton often spends his time traveling around the world while filming, on press tours, and for his art exhibitions — always with a pen in hand. These travels constantly place him in new and unusual surroundings, where he sees and experiences different cultures, a variety of people and unique sites. In these situations, his creative output stretches beyond the constraints of traditional medium. Compelled by artistic instinct and interesting visuals, Burton reaches for the nearest canvas, often a napkin. He records what inspires him, sketching the most freeform and immediate connection to his subconscious that exists.