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Workshops
Sat, Aug 30 | 1–2:30pm

Enchanted castles have become a staple in fantastical tales. Who wouldn’t want their own structure to command at their own whim? Take a leap with us in this Studio Series to commemorate magical castles throughout cinema history. From Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (1991) to Frozen (2013), we will...

Summer Classes Classes
Mon–Fri, Jun 30–Jul 11 | 9am–3pm
(no class Jul 4, half-day Jul 11)

A hero comes in many shapes and forms. Join us as we take a leap into what it means being a woman in animation. Students will study narrative structure, fairy tales, writing tropes, and identifying stereotypes in animated films. From there, this class will teach you how to design a female lead...

Summer Classes Classes
Mon–Fri, Jun 30–Jul 11 | 9am–3pm
(no class Jul 4, half-day Jul 11)

Fairies, dwarves, mermaids, and elves have a special place in the realm of fantasy. These iconic figures are not only found in ancient fables and folklore, but also in Walt Disney’s films and in Disneyland’s Fantasyland! Gather some pixie dust and soar with us as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of...

Classes
Every Sat, Aug 23–Sep 27 | 10am–noon

While animation often involves movement, there are other art forms that have integrated themselves to help further reinforce the story and its characters in a film. Maquettes are a unique type of art that involves sculpting a character or prop to get a three-dimensional and comprehensive...

Classes
Every Sat, Aug 23–Sep 27 | 1:30pm–3:30pm

Needle felting is a multifaceted artform in which the artist can sculpt various creations out of thin strands of felt, and even bring these designs to life using animation. If you wish to venture more into different artistic outlets, then this is the perfect class for you! This six-week course will...

Classes
Every Wed, Aug 27-Oct 15 | 4–6pm

This eight-week course continues to refine artist and animator skills explored in After School Animation I/Beginner. Continuing students should arrive prepared to work on their individual projects during the class and learn additional animation techniques and tips throughout the course. Students...

Classes
Every Wed, Aug 27–Oct 15 | 4–6pm

Animation is a versatile medium that allows animators to explore storytelling beyond traditional drawing. Paper, clay, and even sand have proven to be other unique ways to animate a tale. This eight-week course will focus on understanding basic animation principles, with each session working with a...

Classes Virtual
Every Sat, Sep 27–Nov 1 | 10am–noon PST

Dogs come in all unique shapes and sizes—it’s no wonder that these loveable creatures have been given the title of “Man’s Best Friend.” Grab your leashes and hang on tight as we take a brisk walk through the illustration of dogs in animation over the centuries. In this six-week virtual class, we...

Classes Virtual
Every Sat, Sep 27–Nov 1 | 1–3pm PST

Dogs come in all unique shapes and sizes—it’s no wonder that these loveable creatures have been given the title of “Man’s Best Friend.” Grab your leashes and hang on tight as we take a brisk walk through the illustration of dogs in animation over the centuries. In this six-week virtual class, we...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Aug 16 | 10:30am–noon PST

“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Aug 16 | 1–2:30pm PST

“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...

Workshops
Sat, Aug 23 | 10:30am–noon

“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...

Workshops
Sat, Aug 23 | 1–2:30pm

“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Sep 6 | 10:30am–noon PST

“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Sep 6 | 1–2:30pm PST

“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...

Workshops
Sat, Sep 13 | 10:30am–noon

“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...

Workshops
Sat, Sep 13 | 1–2:30pm

“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...

Workshops
Thu, Sep 18 | 5–7pm

Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step instructions on drawing a fun and loyal pet companion.

Workshops
Sat, Sep 20 | 10:30am–noon

Follow the butterflies’ migration this Fall and their presence within the world of animation! This special workshop will take a whimsical behind-the-scenes look of how tiny (yet mighty) creatures like butterflies have fluttered in different animated pieces from Walt Disney’s Bambi (1942) to Disney’s...

Workshops
Sat, Sep 20 | 1–2:30pm

Follow the butterflies’ migration this Fall and their presence within the world of animation! This special workshop will take a whimsical behind-the-scenes look of how tiny (yet mighty) creatures like butterflies have fluttered in different animated pieces from Walt Disney’s Bambi (1942) to Disney’s...