Winsor McCay

Biography

Winsor McCay brought a dreamlike imagination to the newspapers of the early 20th century, enchanting readers with Little Nemo and other whimsical adventures that blended playful storytelling with meticulous draftsmanship. He pushed the boundaries of his medium by experimenting with pacing, perspective, and the very mechanics of comic strips, all while writing, drawing, and printing with a restless devotion to craft.

McCay’s fascination with motion led him to early animation, where he introduced Gertie the Dinosaur and crafted luminous moving pictures that inspired generations of cartoonists and animators who followed in his footsteps.