Learn from the men who changed animation forever Walt Disney’s team of core animators, who he affectionately called his "Nine Old Men," were known for creating Disney’s most famous works, as well as refining the 12 basic principles of animation. Follow master animator and Disney legend Andreas Deja as he takes you through the minds and works of these notable animators. An apprentice to the Nine Old Men himself, Deja gives special attention to each animator and provides a thoughtful analysis on their techniques that include figure drawing, acting, story structure, and execution. The in-depth analysis of each animator’s work will allow you to refine your approach to character animation. Rare sequential drawings from the Disney archives also give you unprecedented access and insight into the most creative minds that changed the course of animation. <ul>
<li>Instruction and analysis on the works of each of the Nine Old Men broaden your creative choices and approaches to character animation</li> <li>Original drawings, some never-before-seen by the public are explored in depth, giving you behind-the-scenes access into Disney animation history</li> <li>Gain first-hand insight into the foundation of timeless characters and scenes from some of Disney’s most memorable feature and short films</li> </ul>

The Nine Old Men: Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration from Disney's Great Animators: Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration from Disney's Great Animators

Arts & Photography

Deja, Andreas

Graphic Design

Routledge

Travel back through 100 years of The Walt Disney Company with 240 pages of art instruction and animation history with Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder. Featuring Mickey Mouse and his friends, the Disney Princesses, Pixar characters, and so much more, Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder is a must-have collector's item which celebrates beloved animated characters through step-by-step drawing projects, character sketches, and vintage artwork from the Disney archives. Each section of drawing lessons is categorized by decade in Disney history, along with historical context and interesting anecdotes and facts sprinkled throughout. In each decade, learn how Disney animators have drawn the following characters and dozens more: &nbsp; 1920s: Mickey, Minnie, and Pete 1930s: Donald Duck, the Big Bad Wolf, and Snow White 1940s: Pinocchio, Dumbo, and Bambi 1950s: Cinderella, Alice, and Tinker Bell 1960s: Cruella De Vil from One Hundred and One Dalmatians, Baloo from The Jungle Book, and The Sword and the Stone's Arthur 1970s: Marie from The Aristocats, Robin Hood, and Winnie the Pooh 1980s: Tod and Copper from&nbsp;The Fox and the Hound&nbsp;and The Little Mermaid's&nbsp;Ariel 1990s: Aladdin and Jasmine, Simba from The Lion King, and Woody from Toy Story 2000s: Stitch, Lightning McQueen from Cars, and Tiana from The Princess and the Frog 2010s:Frozen's Elsa and Anna, Moana, and Coco's Miguel 2020s: Ian and Barley from Onward,Encanto's Mirabel, and Meilin from Turning Red Artists and Disney fans alike will be entertained and enlightened by the well-rounded collector's experience that is Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder.

Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder: A retrospective collection of artwork featuring iconic Disney characters from the past 100 years (Licensed Learn to Draw)

Fanning, Jim

History & Criticism

Walter Foster Publishing

SPECIAL SLIPCASE EDITION with LIMITED EDITION ART PRINT AUTOGRAPHED by Disney Legend ANDREAS DEJA Travel back through 100 years of The Walt Disney Company with 240 pages of art instruction and animation history with Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder. Featuring Mickey Mouse and his friends, the Disney Princess characters, Pixar characters, and so much more, Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder is a must-have collector's item which celebrates beloved animated characters through step-by-step drawing projects, character sketches, and vintage artwork from the Disney archives. Each section of drawing lessons is categorized by decade in Disney history, along with historical context and interesting anecdotes and facts sprinkled throughout. In each decade, learn how Disney animators have drawn the following characters and dozens more: 1920s: Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit 1930s: Donald Duck, The Big Bad Wolf, and Snow White 1940s: Pinocchio, Dumbo, and Bambi 1950s: Cinderella, Alice, and Tinker Bell 1960s: Cruella De Vil from One Hundred and One Dalmatians, Baloo from The Jungle Book, and The Sword and the Stone's Arthur 1970s: Marie from the Aristocats, Robin Hood, and Winnie the Pooh 1980s: Tod and Copper from The Fox and the Hound, Oliver and Dodger from Oliver & Company, and The Little Mermaid's Ariel 1990s: Aladdin and Jasmine, Simba from The Lion King, and Woody from Toy Story 2000s: Stitch, Lightning McQueen from Cars, and Tiana from The Princess and the Frog 2010s:Frozen's Elsa and Anna, Moana, and Coco's Miguel 2020s: Ian and Barley from Onward,Encanto's Mirabel, and Meilin from Turning Red Artists and Disney fans alike will be entertained and enlightened by the well-rounded collector's experience that is Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder. LIMITED EDITION includes Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder and an autographed art print from The Lion King (1994) by Disney Legend ANDREAS DEJA, presented within a hardcover portfolio.

Drawing 100 Years of Disney Wonder Limited Edition: A retrospective collection of artwork featuring iconic Disney characters from the past 100 years (Disney 100)

Since his modest debut in 1928, Walt Disney’s creation Mickey Mouse has become one of the world’s most recognized and beloved characters. This gorgeous art book gathers original art, drawings, animation cels, and artifacts from a groundbreaking, original exhibition at The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, with text by noted Disney animator Andreas Deja. Lavishly illustrated with gorgeous art, some of it never before see by the public and published in book form. Trace the history of the world’s most famous character from the eight-minute black-and-white short, Steamboat Willie to his appearance as an Andy Warhol pop-art legend and beyond.

Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World

Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions

Weldon Owen

The ultimate collection of artworks, history, memorabilia, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes every fan of The Jungle Book, one of the Disney Studios' most popular movies, will cherish. Written by Disney Legend Andreas Deja and lavishly illustrated, Walt Disney's The Jungle Book gathers original animation celluloids, animation drawings, and concept art--many of which have never been shown to the public--from the popular exhibition at The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. Considered one of the finest and most influential Disney movie, The Jungle Book (1967) is the last animated film that Walt Disney personally produced with his signature vision and footprint. This curated collection explores the nuanced complexities and challenges that were overcome throughout the film's development and production, such as the unique characters and their voice-actor counterparts, the application of cutting-edge animation techniques of the time, and the timeless, original songs by the Sherman Brothers and Terry Gilkyson. Dive into the impact of Walt's passing on the Disney Studios and the everlasting legacy of the film throughout the world. NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN ANIMATION: Includes original animation celluloids, animation drawings, and concept art from lead animators, most of which have never been seen by the public HEARTWARMING BEHIND-THE SCENES-STORIES: Learn how lead animators Ollie Johnston and Frank Thomas's real-life friendship became the inspiration for the on-screen chemistry between the characters Mowgli and Baloo EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF A BELOVED CLASSIC: Walt Disney's The Jungle Book narrates the complexities faced during the film's development and production as well as the use of new animation techniques at the time WRITTEN BY A DISNEY LEGEND: Andreas Deja, named a Disney Legend in 2015, has designed and overseen the animation of countless animated Disney films including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Hercules, and Lilo and Stitch PERFECT GIFT: Walt Disney's The Jungle Book is a must-have collectible gift for every Disney enthusiast and film historian in your life

Walt Disney's The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece [Walt Disney Family Museum]

Walt Disney Family Museum

Individual Artists