Actors Quote by Dave McKean
“My stuff is generally quite collage-y anyway. So it's sort-of suited to gathering raw materials like shooting actors, then making stills or animating characters, then just bringing them all together in a 3D space. That process is very close to my 2D work anyway.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Visual Storytelling, Dave McKean, 2015
He describes his workflow as assembling diverse visual elements—photos, footage, drawings—into a cohesive 3D composition, mirroring his 2D collage approach.
In simple terms: He builds 3D scenes by combining many visual pieces, similar to his 2D collages.
Key Takeaway
Blend varied media to enrich visual storytelling.
Themes
creativity
process
multimedia
Mood
innovative
reflective
Type
process
technical
When to use this quote
- film production
- graphic novels
- advertising
- game design
- educational visuals
Key Concepts
collage
composition
3D integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which material best serves the narrative?
- What tools help maintain coherence across media?
A Different Perspective
Balancing many elements can become chaotic without clear hierarchy.
