Speechless Sunday (Almost)--Drawing Jack Skellington and Zero at Disneyworld

A couple of years ago we were fortuante enough to visit Walt Disneyworld in Orlando, FL in October. Not just because we were able to enjoy Epcot's Food and Wine Festival or attend a Not-So-Scary Halloween Party; because we were able to learn to draw Jack Skellington and Zero at Disney's Hollywood Studio's Animation exhibit. On any given visit you can stop by and attend a 30 minute class and learn to draw a Disney character. But only when it is a few days before Halloween will the artist instructors give a lesson on drawing the infamous characters from Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. It was a real treat...no tricks involved. My drawing turned out quite nice too! Happy Halloween from Magical Mouse Tales!

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Hidden Disneyworld Freebies--Learn to Draw Mickey Mouse!

Have you ever wished to be a Disney animator?

If you are planning an upcoming trip, be sure to take the time to visit the Animation Building in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is my family’s favorite places during our bi-annual treks to Orlando, FL. Now, I know I shouldn't but I still call this park MGM Studios, but that is just me. After the animation tour don't rush out the exit too quickly. Take advantage of the area where you (and 30 or so other would-be illustrators) can go for a half hour class with a Disney artist. It is located off to the side and under a screen where various Disney characters are being drawn. There is usually a 10-15 minute wait for the next FREE class but with step-by-step instructions on how to draw Mickey , Goofy, Pluto, Stitch or another beloved Disney character, it is worth the wait.

I should mention, talent is not a prerequisite. At the end of the session, everyone leaves with a drawing that somewhat resembles the character that is up on the screen. My husband is first to admit his skills at drawing are very limited but he always comes out with something to be proud of.

As soon as we finish the tutorial, we always compare our drawings. Here are examples of my family’s drawings from one class on a previous trip. At the time my sons were in grade school yet every drawing was a success All of our drawings are a pretty fair representation of Walt’s buddy, Mickey Mouse, but none are identical to each other. Maybe with a little more practice we can be as good as the instructors...At least we can dream right?

Don't miss this awesome Disney Freebie! Everyone who can hold a pencil and follow simple instructions can learn to draw from a great Disney artist and take home a magical memory & free souvenir. We have taken several classes and drawn character after character; everyone from Daisy Duck to Jack Skellington! Drawing at the Animation Studio is always on our "MUST Not Miss at Disneyworld List" on every trip!

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