18+ Bob Kane Quotes On Art, Death And Bill Finger

Bob Kane was an American comic book artist and writer who co-created the character of Batman with writer Bill Finger. He is credited as the sole creator of the character, although Finger's contribution to the character's development has been widely acknowledged. Kane's signature style of drawing, particularly the character's iconic cowl and cape, has become synonymous with the character. Following is our collection on famous quotes by Bob Kane on art, life, love.

The trouble with being a ghostwriter or artist is that you must remain rather anonymously without credit. If one wants the credit, one has to cease being a ghost and become a leader or innovator. — Bob Kane

Much is written about the Batman because he is publicly exposed in print. Very little is known personally about his creator, because I haven't given out that many interviews. — Bob Kane

If you ever want to get the facts straight about me or the Batman, please write to the original source, myself, for the truth, instead of second guessing. — Bob Kane

Remember Killer Moth, the most ingenuous rogue ever to defy the dynamic duo, Batman and Robin ?Perhaps you recall how the weird beam from the Moth Signal summoned the Gangland Guardian to the aid of desperate criminals ?And who can forget the eerie Moth Cave where new and startling implements of crime were produced by this evil genius ! — Bob Kane

I was involved with the Batman. There are two sides to every story. Now you've heard my side. — Bob Kane

In the Golden Age of Batman, I penciled, inked, and lettered my strip by myself. — Bob Kane

This sounds like my autobiography, but I thought this would be a good time to sound off about myself, as I think that I have been silent too long about my views and opinions. — Bob Kane

How can an article about me or the Batman be the true story when I am not consulted or interviewed? — Bob Kane

I am planning a one-man art show of original Batman oil paintings that I will show in New York City. — Bob Kane

When I first drew him I had eyes in there and it didn't look right. — Bob Kane

The New Look of Batman is more illustrative and realistic. — Bob Kane

It is difficult to separate, at times, the myth from the truth. — Bob Kane

If Bill Finger created Batman, where is Bill Finger's byline on my strip? It is conspicuous by its absence. — Bob Kane

Although Bill Finger literally typed the scripts in the early days, he wrote the scripts from ideas that we mutually collaborated on. Many of the unique concepts and story twists also came from my own fertile imagination. — Bob Kane

I didn't have the time to literally write and draw the strip at the same time. — Bob Kane

What I read is so distorted that I cannot believe that the person they are talking about is myself. — Bob Kane

To me, it's not work. When I draw and I write, I find it relaxing. It's not like 9-to-5, where a man goes to a job and he isn't really interested in the job. Luckily, I get paid for doing what I'd do for nothing. — Bob Kane

I am also a writer. That is a fact not known by the public in general. — Bob Kane

Life Lessons by Bob Kane

1. Bob Kane's work demonstrates the importance of collaboration, as he worked with Bill Finger to create the iconic Batman character.
2. His career also shows the power of creativity and imagination, as he was able to bring to life a beloved superhero that has endured for decades.
3. His success also serves as a reminder that hard work and dedication can pay off, as Kane's work has been enjoyed by millions of people around the world.