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Book Synopsis: Vibrant, splendidly hued, and charming beyond compare, the work of Disney designer and illustrator Mary Blair is more than just acclaimed—it is adored. She has charmed generations with her whimsical creations, from stunning art direction for Cinderella and Peter Pan to the wowing and wonderful “It’s a Small World” ride at Disneyland. Magic Color Flair celebrates this Disney icon, tracing the evolution of her mesmerizing style and showcasing her work in gorgeous, full-color imagery.
Curated by award-winning animation director and designer, John Canemaker, the Magic Color Flair is an authoritative celebration of Blair’s life's work. From her precocious paintings she made while studying at the renowned Chouinard Art Institute, to her concept drawings for Disney films, to her treasured Golden Books, delightful advertisements, and large-scale installations. With annotations about her artistic process, Magic Color Flair gives readers an inside look into her bold and lively artistic process that yielded such lovable and memorable work.
While at art school, Blair developed a dynamic style that emphasized drama and emotion. Her gift for visual storytelling caught the eye of Walt Disney himself, who loved her bold graphics, sophisticated whimsicality, and eye-catching use of color and who became a lifelong friend and champion of her work. This book accompanies the Walt Disney Family Museum’s 2014 Mary Blair exhibit of the same title.
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Experience the enchanting world of Mary Blair with Magic Color Flair! Dive into the breathtaking and vibrant imagery of this acclaimed Disney designer and illustrator. From her stunning art direction for beloved Disney films like Cinderella and Peter Pan to the iconic "It's a Small World" ride at Disneyland, Blair's whimsical creations have captivated generations. Now, you can celebrate her mesmerizing style with this authoritative book, curated by award-winning animation director and designer, John Canemaker.
With gorgeous, full-color imagery, Magic Color Flair showcases Blair's life work, taking you through her artistic journey from her early precocious paintings at the renowned Chouinard Art Institute to her concept drawings for Disney films. Explore her treasured Golden Books, delightful advertisements, and large-scale installations, all while gaining insight into her artistic process with detailed annotations.
Blair's dynamic style, characterized by its emphasis on drama and emotion, caught the eye of none other than Walt Disney himself. As her lifelong friend and champion, Disney admired Blair's bold graphics, sophisticated whimsicality, and eye-catching use of color. Now, you have the opportunity to discover the magic behind her beloved and memorable work.
Don't miss out on this exclusive peek into the remarkable world of Mary Blair! Join us in honoring her legacy by exploring her captivating artwork and unlocking the secrets behind her artistic process. Immerse yourself in the world she created and be inspired by her genius. Get your copy of Magic Color Flair today!
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