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The Climb

Concept art created by Wiese to pitch his idea for the “Look Up” sequence.

Bottoms Up

From SpongeBob to Charlie Brown, TAG member Erik Wiese has influenced some of animation’s most beloved characters.

Winter 2026
Vvedenskiy drawing as a child at his home near Dubna, Russia.

Summing Things Up

Dark humor and adult storytelling add up to a successful career for Story Artist Alex Vvedenskiy.

Winter 2025
LaDuca (bottom right) and his pal Ed Wexler (bottom left) starting out at Disney TV Animation in 1985.

My Kind of People

At a time in life when most people would retire, Rob LaDuca was just getting started—again!

Fall 2025
Glenn Vilppu built his career on teaching Renaissance art and using fundamental skills to create from the imagination.

Imagine That!

After more than six decades teaching art, Glenn Vilppu’s creative passion continues to grow.

Summer 2025
A playful moment with the crew of Moana 2.

Life Lessons

Throughout his life, Technical Director Norman Joseph has enjoyed sharing the lessons he learns along the way.

Winter 2024
Fabbretti has been drawing ever since he could hold a pencil.

Just Draw It

A lifelong passion for the art of drawing informs every aspect of Valerio Fabbretti’s animation career.

Fall 2024
The Hunchback of Notre Dame crew pose for “The Reservoir Dogs of Disney Animation.” (l to r) Sean Jimenez, Clay Kaytis, Raul Aguirre, Joe Moshier, Dave Pimentel and Bobby Rubio.

Swinging for the Fences

According to Lead Character Designer Joe Moshier, reality is key to the magic of animation.

Summer 2024
Abramovici derives inspiration from studying skulls.

Smart Art

Daniel Abramovici’s eclectic career pairs his loves of art and technology.

Spring 2024
Course Correction

Course Correction

Former Lawyer Mercedes Valle has found her calling as an animation writer—case closed!

Winter 2023
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