The Art and History of Disney Animation

The Art and History of Disney Animation

The Art and History of Disney Animation

A survey of animation history through Walt Disney Studios, examining production processes, technologies and ties to art movements from early animation to the present.

The Art and History of Disney Animation

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
11–16
Duration
50 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
10

Class Experience

This discussion-focused course analyzes animation as an art form using Disney and Pixar films and production art as case studies. Students examine historical developments, key technologies and studio practices, and explore connections between animation and broader art movements while engaging in guided discussion and assigned viewing of shorts or films.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify major developments in animation history and Disney’s role

  • Explain key animation technologies and production processes

  • Analyze connections between animation and historical art movements

  • Discuss how technological and historical changes affected studio animation practices

Prerequisites

Materials needed:

It is highly recommended that students have access to a Disney+ account, as many of the shorts and films we are discussing and watching are available there.

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Prisha Mani, Ph.D.

Joined August, 2026

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This educator holds a Master's focused on film and art history and brings academic expertise in the cultural and historical forces that shaped cinema. Courses examine topics such as Disney animation and the media dynamics of true crime, emphasizing media literacy, ethical storyte…

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