Ollie Johnston, one of Walt Disney’s legendary Nine Old Men, animated and helped shape many iconic supporting characters, including Mr. Smee from Peter Pan (1953), the King of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland (1951), and the stepsisters from Cinderella (1950). In the early stages of a production, Johnston treated “sidekicks” with the upmost respect and identified with the character he was working on. He felt these characters’ emotions would influence how the character would look and move, and by knowing them, he could carefully incorporate these traits into their design. Join us for this hands-on workshop, in which you will learn about proportions, shape, gesture and attitude to create an original sidekick character of your own.
Other Programs
Join us for a relaxing, hands-on art experience where delicate cherry blossoms take center stage! In this creative session, you will learn simple...
Thu, Feb 19 | 5–7pmGrab your honeypots and join us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree (1966)! In this Workshop, we will take a...
Sat, Feb 21 | 10:30am–noonGrab your honeypots and join us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree (1966)! In this Workshop, we will take a...
Sat, Feb 21 | 1–2:30pmEver wonder how Disney artists make flat sketches feel real? In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story...
Sun, Feb 22 | 10:30am–12:30pmCelebrate creativity with us as we mark 30 years of Pixar Animation Studios innovation! Step into the world of storytelling magic that began with...
Sat, Feb 28 | 10:30am–noonCelebrate creativity with us as we mark 30 years of Pixar Animation Studios innovation! Step into the world of storytelling magic that began with...
Sat, Feb 28 | 1–2:30pm- Workshops Virtual
In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, step into the wild and celebrate the legacy of Adventureland...
Sat, Mar 7 | 10:30am–noon PT - Workshops Virtual
In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, step into the wild and celebrate the legacy of Adventureland...
Sat, Mar 7 | 1–2:30pm PT In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, step into the wild and celebrate the legacy of Adventureland...
Sat, Mar 14 | 10:30am–noonIn conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, step into the wild and celebrate the legacy of Adventureland...
Sat, Mar 14 | 1–2:30pmDiscover how light and shadow can transform your art in this fun, hands-on session! Join us in the Learning Center for an evening of creativity...
Thu, Mar 19 | 5–7pm- Workshops
The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3 to 6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing the Spring season and teach simple art...
Sat & Sun, Mar 21–22 | 10am–noon