An out-of-print collector's item since 1986, the definitive account of the development of Disney animation explains what made Disney's style unique and features original sketches and drawings revealing the origins of Mickey and the rest. National ad/promo.
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
excellent must-read for animators, November 24, 2008
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Roger Gray (Vancouver, B.C., Canada)
This is a book well worth owning for all animators, not only for it's invaluable lessons on the principles of animation, but also for it's beautiful artwork.
Great for Historians and Animators and the Disney Lover at Heart, November 16, 2008
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Linda Colloton (Provo, UT)
Must have for anyone interested in the process of creating Disney animation. It covers the early years of Disney design up to about the 1980s. It's hard bound with a great looking cover. Kids love looking at the pictures of their favorite characters in all stages of development.
excelent book, August 10, 2008
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Adler Zambelli Compri (São Paulo, Brasil)
Excellent book
This excellent book is a manual of animation.
Everything about animation you can find on it.
Great Book For Animators!, July 14, 2008
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F. KeelAnyone who loves Disney animation and anyone who is learning the process of animation needs to get their hands on this book. It is long, it is detailed, but it is well worth it. This book mainly covers the essential Principles of Animation such as Squash and Stretch, Anticipation, Follow Through, etc. Go get it!
Very inspirational..., May 21, 2008
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B. HuffThis is a really inspirational book! It takes you through the history of Disney animation and how the founding animators discovered their secrets and modeled their craft. You will learn all about the fundamentals of great animation and how to apply proven techniques to form your skill. It is easy to read and is full of great imagery and references. Highly recommended!
