Sam McKim, Disney Artist

Sam McKim inspired many a Disney film and theme park attraction with his imaginative drawings. Yet, the actor-turned-artist is probably best known to Disney fans as the creator of the Disneyland souvenir maps, issued between 1958 and 1964. Even today, his intricate and fascinating maps remain among the most sought-after pieces of Disney memorabilia. In 1992, Sam's cartography genius was encored when he created a new map in his unique style to commemorate the opening of Disneyland Paris.

Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, in 1924, Sam moved to Los Angeles with his family during the Great Depression. At 10, he began working as an extra in movies with such Hollywood legends as Spencer Tracy, John Wayne and Gene Autry. Even then, Sam had a knack for art.

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