Walt Stanchfield Books

Discover the lessons that helped bring about a new golden age of Disney animation!Published for the first time ever, Drawn to Life is a two volume collection of the legendary lectures from long-time Disney animator Walt Stanchfield. For over twenty years, Walt helped breathe life into the new golden age of animation with these teachings at the Walt Disney Animation Studios and influenced such talented artists as Tim Burton, Brad Bird, Glen Keane, and John Lasseter. These writings represent the quintessential refresher for fine artists and film professionals, and it is a vital tutorial for students who are now poised to be part of another new generation in the art form.* Legendary lessons from a master Disney animator - meet the man who put the wiggle in Jessica Rabbit's walk!* Packed full of illustrations from some of the top animators in the world including Brad Bird, Glen Keane and John Lasseter* Two volumes and 800 pages of pure gold - get in-depth advice and instruction on bringing your characters to life (Click images for larger versions)

The lectures compiled in this two-volume collection showcase the influential teachings of Walt Stanchfield, a revered Disney animator. His insights, shared over two decades at Walt Disney Animation Studios, played a crucial role in shaping the new golden age of animation. Stanchfield's guidance inspired a generation of talented artists, including notable figures like Tim Burton and Glen Keane, making this collection a valuable resource for anyone interested in animation and artistic development.

The collection features legendary lectures from Walt Stanchfield, a pivotal figure in Disney animation. His teachings, spanning over two decades, significantly influenced the new golden age of animation and inspired renowned artists like Tim Burton, Glen Keane, and John Lasseter. The volumes encapsulate Stanchfield's insights and techniques, offering a unique glimpse into the art of bringing characters to life through animation.