Peek Inside Disney’s Animation Research Library #LittleMermaidEvent

When I found out that part of my trip to Disney Studios was going to include a tour of the Disney Animation Research Library I geeked. I geeked hard. The only thing I love more than drawing and designing is seeing the work done by the masters. I couldn’t believe I would actually see the original artwork from classics such as Bambi, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid and more. The ARL (Animation Research Library) is …

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Interview with John Musker and Ron Clements, Disney Animation Writers and Directors #LittleMermaidEvent

During our amazing tour of the Disney Animation Studios, we had the privilege of meeting with John Musker and Ron Clements, writers and directors of numerous Disney animated classics including The Little Mermaid. In preparation for the release of the Diamond Edition of The Little Mermaid in October, we were allowed a brief peek into their brilliant minds and hear their thoughts on their work together in the animated film industry. Q : How did …

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The Fluffiest Meet & Greet Ever #SuperBuddies

After a press trip there is one question that always comes up: “Were you star struck?” This time my answer is a resounding YES…but the star I fell in love with may surprise you. It was a gorgeous day at the Disney Studios, snacking on muffins and coffee as we waited. Little did I know that I would fall head over heels for one of Disney’s newest stars. It wasn’t hard to notice when he …

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New Little Mermaid Products Make a Splash on Store Shelves #LittleMermaidEvent

As if the October release of the Diamond Edition Little Mermaid DVD wasn’t exciting enough, we also have a ton of new Little Mermaid treasures to look forward to. I was given a peek into the new product line for The Little Mermaid and I’m letting you in on the secret! I wish I could accurately convey the feeling as we stepped into the Little Mermaid reception at the Roosevelt Hollywood Hotel. It was as …

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Movie Review: Disney’s PLANES #DisneyPlanesPremiere

Today Disney’s 52nd animated film, PLANES, hits theaters nationwide. Following the success of CARS, Disney now takes to the skies with the fast and funny adventures of competitive flight. I was one of the lucky attendees for the Planes Premiere at El Capitan theater in Hollywood, California and, to be honest, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I hadn’t seen CARS in the theater because my youngest was too young and my oldest was …

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