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Doodle House to Million Drawings: Inside Mr Doodle's World
18 Jun
Summary
- Artist Sam Cox, aka Mr Doodle, creates art on every surface imaginable.
- He is undertaking a massive project to create one million physical drawings.
- Cox experienced a severe mental health crisis in 2020, leading to hospitalization.
Sam Cox, globally recognized as Mr Doodle, has achieved remarkable success with his distinctive black-and-white doodle art. Initially trading his work for fish and chips in his hometown of St. Michael's, Kent, Cox has since become an international art star. His creations now command prices near $US1 million, with an estimated $US15 million earned at auction. Brands like Fendi and Puma actively seek collaborations, drawn to his massive online following.
A significant personal challenge for Cox occurred in 2020 when he suffered a mental health crisis, leading to a six-week psychiatric hospitalization. This period, documented in the film 'The Trouble with Mr Doodle,' saw him experience hallucinations and panic attacks. He has since recovered and is supported by his family, who are integral to his artistic operations.
Cox is currently engaged in an ambitious project to create one million physical drawings. This endeavor, which he likens to building pyramids, involves filling 10,000 sketchbooks with 100 doodles each over the next eight to ten years. This project, along with his 'Doodle House'—a home completely covered in his art—aims to leave a lasting legacy through large-scale, endurance-focused works. His latest publication, 'DoodleLand: A Colouring Book,' offers fans an interactive experience within his intricate designs.
