The Art
Inspired
By Film
High-quality, limited edition books that celebrate the magic of film through essays, interviews, and gallery-worthy artwork.
Layered Butter is a fan-made love letter to cinema, celebrating the films that move us through bold original art, sharp essays, and interviews with the creators preserving film culture.
Layered Butter began as a magazine, but every issue is produced with the craftsmanship of a collectible art book. Locally printed in Toronto, each volume is meticulously designed – soft touch finishes, signature diecut details, and over 100 pages of uninterrupted content. With no ads to interrupt the reading experience and original artwork on every page, it’s not something you flip through once. It’s a piece you keep on your shelf, display proudly, and return to whenever you want to feel inspired by the art of film.
Featured by the best.
As featured on Letterboxd, Total Film, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Indigo and Barnes & Noble.
A new roster every issue.
Each volume is built around a completely fresh lineup of artists–our own “greatest hits” assembly curated to bring unique perspectives to every theme. From established to emerging artists, we champion both voices.
Independent to the core.
No sponsors. No ads. No outside influence. Each issue is guided solely by our editors and contributors, ensuring every page reflects our vision and the artists we believe deserve the spotlight.
Made for collectors.
Early first editions are already rare, and out of print – once they’re gone, they’re gone for good.
Explore the collection.
Explore our limited edition issues that celebrate iconic filmmakers and important genres. From fantastical Japanese forest spirits, to pagan cults hiding in plain sight - there’s surely a Layered Butter volume for everyone.
