They Drew As They Pleased: The Hidden Art of Disney's Early Renaissance

In the 1970s and 1980s, the Disney animation studio redefined its creative vision in the wake of Walt Disney's death. This period is covered in the latest volume from renowned Disney historian Didier Ghez, who profiles animators Ken Anderson and Mel Shaw. Their work defined beloved classic Disney characters from films like THE JUNGLE BOOK, THE ARISTOCRATS, ROBIN HOOD, and THE RESCUERS.

With vivid descriptions of passages from the artists' autobiographies and interviews, accompanied by never-before-seen images of their art and process, this visually rich collection offers a rare view of the Disney legends whose work shaped the nature of character and story development for generations to come.