Tag Archives: Walt Disney

“Fantasia” on Records
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January 20, 2015 posted by Greg Ehrbar

“Fantasia” on Records

In the 75 years since its release, Walt Disney’s animation landmark continues to astonish for its ambitious creativity just as its soundtrack continues to enthrall for its power and splendor….

Animation Anecdotes #194
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January 9, 2015 posted by

Animation Anecdotes #194

The Wisdom of Walt Disney. The following quotes by Walt Disney come from Everyweek Magazine, a Sunday newspaper supplement in the Odgen Standard Examiner May 12 1935 from the collection…

In His Own Words:  Ken Anderson
ANIMATION ANECDOTES
December 26, 2014 posted by

In His Own Words: Ken Anderson

Ken Anderson’ official credits list such titles at Disney as art direction, art supervision, story, color, styling, layout, production, character development and more. That made him a challenge to interview…

Remembering Walt During His Birthday Week
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December 2, 2014 posted by Greg Ehrbar

Remembering Walt During His Birthday Week

With Walt Disney’s birthday on Friday Dec. 5th, let’s celebrate this week with an album that paid tribute to both the past (Walt’s career) and the future (Walt’s hope –…

In His Own Words:  Marc Davis
ANIMATION ANECDOTES
November 12, 2014 posted by

In His Own Words: Marc Davis

Marc Davis was called by Walt his “Renaissance Man” because of his contributions in so many areas from animation to Imagineering. He joined the Disney Studios in 1935 as an…

Animation Anecdotes #185
ANIMATION ANECDOTES
October 24, 2014 posted by

Animation Anecdotes #185

The Sherman Brothers Mousecar. Richard and Robert Sherman were presented with the unique “Mousecar” award on August 8, 1985 at the Hollywood Bowl as part of Disneyland’s 30th Anniversary concert…