TODD MCFARLANE
EXECUTIVE ART DIRECTOR
The creative force behind Spawn, one of the world’s most popular comic franchises, this multi-talented dynamo is driving the artistic vision for 38 Studios. You may also know Todd McFarlane from his days penciling Spider-Man at Marvel/Epic Comics, or you may be a fan of the highly acclaimed action figures of McFarlane Toys.
Todd McFarlane is also an award-winning powerhouse with the Midas touch. From the Emmy Award-winning Spawn series on HBO to the Grammy Award-winning music video for Korn’s Freak On a Leash, and countless other animation and live-action music videos, television, and feature film projects, McFarlane has indelibly etched his name into pop culture.
McFarlane Toys is a multimillion-dollar enterprise that has set the gold standard in the action figure industry. Sought-after by fans and collectors throughout the world, McFarlane Toys are known for their unparalleled detail, likenesses, and poses. The company holds the official license for U.S. football, baseball, basketball, and hockey, and has partnered with major names in music (KISS, Elvis Presley, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi); TV (Lost, 24, The Simpsons, Hanna-Barbera); and feature films (Alien vs. Predator, Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride, Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-rabbit, and Shrek).
In addition to his creative endeavors, McFarlane is an advocate of many charities, including the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation and the ALS Association.