Born in Pittsburgh in 1964, Burton Morris developed his passion for drawing at an early age, strongly influenced by animated films and superhero comics. After graduating, Morris initially worked as an art director before founding his own studio in 1990. There he perfected his „post-pop icons“, which are characterised by a striking graphic style and focus on everyday objects of modern culture. He uses his fascination with symbols to question the viewer's view of modern society.

He achieved great fame in popular culture in the 1990s through the presence of his pictures in the sitcom „Friends“. His style became synonymous with contemporary pop aesthetics, earning him commissions for major global events such as the 2004 Olympic Games and the Oscars. Renowned brands such as Coca-Cola and institutions such as the United Nations are among his clients. He was also included in the prestigious Absolut collection, which also includes works by Andy Warhol. Today, his works can be found in important museums such as the Albright Knox Museum and in the collections of numerous prominent personalities such as Barack Obama and Brad Pitt.