20 Documentaries that will unlock your inner artist:
The Pixar Story

Go behind the scenes of the company that pioneered a new generation of animation. Learn from Steve Jobs, John Lasseter, and other legends in the industry.

The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness

Discover the routines and creative process of legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki and other key people at Studio Ghibli as they work to release two new films.

Abstract: The Art of Design

This docu-series explores the art and science of design. You'll learn about great designers from every discipline and how their work has shaped our world.

Gerhard Richter Painting

Richter is one of the top-selling painters of today–his art reaches multi-million dollar prices at auctions around the world. In this documentary, he reveals his secrets to being more creative and becoming a successful artist.

McQueen

Before his tragic death in 2010, U.K. designer Alexander McQueen was one of the most coveted names in fashion. This documentary offers a look at McQueen's rise from working as a tailor to running his own fashion house.

Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry

This documentary explores the life and work of artist and activist Ai Weiwei, who has created incredible art in the face of censorship from the Chinese government.

The Mystery of Picasso

Peer into the mind of Pablo Picasso and the revolutionary painter's creative process. Watch his work come to life on screen as he turns empty canvases into beautiful original drawings.

Between the Folds

Discover the lives of fine artists and eccentric MIT & NASA scientists who devote their lives to the unlikely medium of modern origami. Watch in fascination as they reinterpret the world through this ancient paper art form.

The Creative Brain: How Insight Works

Go on a journey with neuroscientist David Eagleman to meet accomplished professionals from across the creative spectrum, unravel their creative process, and learn how to be more creative.

Helvetica

Go down the rabbit hole of typography, graphic design, and global visual culture that will change the way you look at font forever.

Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present

A documentary that follows the Serbian performance artist as she prepares for a never-before-done art project at the famous Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Floyd Norman: An Animated Life

Learn about the legendary Disney animator Floyd Norman, who was the first African-American animator at Disney, and how he impacted the animation industry forever.

Inside Pixar

This docu-series shares personal stories of the people of Pixar Studios and the process of how Pixar makes their iconic films.

Banksy Does New York

A documentary that follows Banksy's famous "31 works of art in 31 days" in New York City. If you’re a fan of street art or Banksy, this is definitely a must-see.

Kusama: Infinity

Now the top-selling female artist in the world, Yayoi Kusama overcame impossible odds to bring her radical artistic vision to the world stage.

Keith Haring: Street Art Boy

Explore the life of international art sensation Keith Haring who blazed a trail through the art scene of ‘80s New York and revolutionized the worlds of pop culture and fine art.

Exit Through The Gift Shop

Arguably the most famous artist in the world right now, this documentary tells the story of the anonymous and avant-garde enigma that is Banksy.

Andy Warhol: A Documentary Film

Learn about one of the greatest creative talents of the 20th century and how one man changed the way we think about art and artists.

Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat

A documentary about late and great artist Jean Michel-Basquiat that provides a stunning look into his wildly talented mind, told by the people who knew Basquiat best.

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