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Jul 22, 2023 · Animator and illustrator. Known For. Concept artist for early Disney films and children's book illustrations. Mary Blair (1911–1978) was born in Oklahoma and moved to Texas as a young child. Eventually, her family relocated to Morgan Hill, California, in the early 1920s.
One of Walt Disney’s favorite artists, Mary Blair learned her craft at The Chouinard Art Institute in Los Angeles in the mid-1930s. She joined The Walt Disney Company in 1940 where she created concept paintings for projects related to Fantasia (1940), Dumbo (1941), and The Lady and the Tramp (1955).
Mar 13, 2014 · On view from March 13 to September 7, 2014, this comprehensive exhibition explores the artistic process and development of one of Walt Disney’s most original, beloved, and influential designer and art directors, Mary Blair (1911–1978).
Mary Blair. Legends Award Category: Animation, Imagineering. Year Inducted: 1991. An imaginative color stylist and designer, Mary Blair helped introduce modern art to Walt Disney and his Studio, and, for nearly 30 years, he touted her inspirational work for his films and theme parks alike.
Mary Blair (born Mary Robinson) was an American visual development artist, best remembered today for work done for The Walt Disney Company. She was also the wife of another Disney artist, Lee Blair .
Apr 27, 2014 · Mary Blair, it’s a small world concept art, ca. 1966; (Courtesy of the Blair Estate) Blair’s dynamic portrayals of emotions and relationships served her well when she became a concept artist in Disney’s Character Model Department.
Mary Blair (born Mary Browne Robinson; October 21, 1911 – July 26, 1978) was an American artist, animator, and designer. She was prominent in producing art and animation for The Walt Disney Company, drawing concept art for such films as Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Song of the South and Cinderella.
