For the 2023 EPCOT Worldwide Competition of the Arts, The Odyssey is house to WonderGround Gallery, which incorporates a rotating collection of 22 Disney Superb Artists.
Sharlene Tulasoa
Disney Superb Artist Sharlene Tulasoa is a contract illustrator and muralist with a lot of items on show on the Wonderground Gallery.
Tulasoa channels her Pacific Island heritage in her unique work depicting Moana crusing via the Pacific. In step with the ocean, one other of her works options Ursula.
Kristin Tercek
Self-taught Artist Kristin Tercek is maybe finest identified beneath the identify of “Cuddly Rigor Mortis”. No matter identify you could know her by, Tercek’s colourful works and the large eyes of most of her character renditions actually stand out.
Sew, Remy, Groot, Eeyore, and Piglet are all given Tercek’s inventive contact a.m.ong her featured works at this 12 months’s competition. Tercek’s work will probably be obtainable as postcards, prints, and canvases. The artist herself will probably be on web site for signings from February 9 via 14.
Joey Chou
Artist Joey Chou makes his return to the Worldwide Competition of the Arts, showcasing his work from the Odyssey constructing at EPCOT. Chou is understood for his cute items and work on “it’s a small world” at Tokyo Disneyland and now the Disney Wish.
The newer movies “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” “Turning Crimson,” and “Encanto” are represented in three of Chou’s 4 new works. His fourth work options some beloved Disney cats accompanied by Geppetto’s pet goldfish Cleo, as seen in Disney’s “Pinocchio.”
Chou will probably be on the Odyssey on the next dates:
- January 28: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- January 29: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- January 30: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- January 31: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- February 1: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- February 2: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- February 3: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sam Kirk
Award-Successful Disney Artist Sam Kirk is understood worldwide for her murals and artwork installations. “Viva Dia De Los Muertos” is a lenticular that includes Miguel from ‘Coco’ whereas different works that includes characters from “Black Panther: Wakanda Endlessly” and “Luca” reimagine Disney characters within the artist’s signature model.
Kirk’s art work is pictured right here somewhat blended in with Chou’s. She has a chunk depicting the Dora Milaje from “Black Panther” and a pair of work of Miguel from “Coco.” Her “Coco” works are additionally together with as a part of the Drawing on Inspiration art walk.
David Buckley
As a designer for Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Superb Artist, David Buckley has been a contributing artist for the Worldwide Competition of the Arts since its inaugural opening. Buckley has 4 new watercolor items that includes Donald Duck, Mickey and Minnie, Bunsen and Beaker, and a Pirates of the Caribbean pirate.
The Bunsen and Beaker piece can be within the Drawing on Inspiration display.
He will probably be showing from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. on January 25 and February 15, and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the next dates:
- January 28
- February 4
- February 11
- February 18
Jasmine Becket-Griffith
Jasmine Becket-Griffith is understood for her surrealism, that includes a reimagining of characters with “liquid eyes”. The Disney Artist has a lot of items that may catch the attention of Disney and Star Wars followers, alike.
Becket-Griffith’s latest piece is “Jasmine and the Hourglass,” however she additionally has items that includes Mr. Toad and Minnie Mouse.
Becket-Griffith will probably be signing on the Odyssey Pavilion from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on January 31, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on February 1 – 3, and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on February 4 and 5.
Chris Uminga
Chris Uminga’s distinctive model “blends collectively creepy and cute.” Uminga is understood for his work on a number of initiatives for DC and Marvel Comics, however this Disney Artist serves up some 90s nostalgia in his latest items on show on the Competition of the Arts.
Two of his new items will tug on the heartstrings of nostalgic ’90s children in every single place. One options Powerline from “A Goofy Film” whereas one other is impressed by TaleSpin. He additionally has art work that includes Maleficent and “Star Wars” villains.
Uminga will probably be showing from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M., February 1 – 3, from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M., February 4 – 7, and from 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. on February 8.
Jeff Granito
Jeff Granito has been working with Disney Parks and different divisions for many years. His model attracts the eyes with wealthy colours and backgrounds as detailed because the characters within the foreground.
Granito’s high-contrast items are busy scenes impressed by Buzz Lightyear, “Ratatouille,” Jungle Cruise, and Spider-Man.
Along with prints, there are additionally one-of-a-kind hand-embellished variations of every of those works.
Granito will probably be singing from 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. on January 27 – 29, and from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. on January 30 – February 2.
Caley Hicks
Caley Hicks is a Graphic Designer Supervisor with the Disney Inventive Group. The Disney Artist has been the inventive thoughts behind an ideal assortment of Disney merchandise, however her winding designs stand out all their very own.
Caley Hicks’ works pay homage to the Lester’s Possum Park scene in “A Goofy Film,” Ariel in “The Little Mermaid,” “One Hundred and One Dalmatians,” and the Hitchhiking Ghosts of The Haunted Mansion.
Hicks will probably be showing on the competition from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. on January 21 and 22, in addition to on February 11, 12, and 19.
Will Homosexual
Disney Artist and Design Director Will Homosexual likes to reimagine Disney Parks and his favourite characters in new methods. Homosexual has debuted a number of new works on the competition this 12 months, largely that includes Mickey at completely different Walt Disney World sights.
One is “Name within the Spirits,” depicting Mickey and Pluto using The Haunted Mansion. “Carousel of Progress” reveals the pair in a scene from the titular attraction. One other portray depicts them using Take a look at Monitor with two visitors. Spaceship Earth might be seen within the background together with different EPCOT sketches.
The fourth, titled “Massive Adventures with Little Orange Hen”, options the Florida Orange Hen skipping together with a Dole Whip in hand exterior of the Enchanted Tiki Room.
Listed here are Homosexual’s signing occasions:
- January 19: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- January 22: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- January 28: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- January 29: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- February 2: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- February 6: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- February 11: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- February 12: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- February 16: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- February 20: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Eric Tan
Tan has debuted four new prints this 12 months, each impressed by a unique park. The Disney’s Hollywood Studios piece depicts The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, with Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge within the background and the Millennium Falcon flying overhead.
The Disney’s Animal Kingdom piece reveals the Tree of Life throughout a sunny day, with animals strolling round it and Expedition Everest within the distance.
The Magic Kingdom piece options a number of of the park’s flying journey automobiles and icons (like Dumbo and an enchanted tiki hen) hovering previous Cinderella Citadel. And the EPCOT piece reveals a colourful Spaceship Earth, with the park’s varied spaceships, Figment, and Soarin’ hanglider.
Tan will probably be showing within the Odyssey Pavilion on the next dates and occasions:
- Saturday, January 21 – 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Sunday, January 22 – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Monday, January 23 – 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 24 – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 25 – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dave Perillo
Perillo has revealed several pieces of poster art for beloved Walt Disney World attractions debuting at this festival. First is “¿Dónde está Donald?,” a poster for Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros within the Mexico Pavilion. It depicts Jose Carioca and Panchito crusing across the Mexican metropolis seen on the finish of the journey whereas Donald Duck seems on a bridge overhead. The piece consists of a lot of flowers (not replacing any characters this time) and the fireworks seen on the ceiling within the finale scene.
Subsequent is “A Race Through the Cosmos,” a poster for Area Mountain within the Magic Kingdom. Beneath the attraction identify reads “Three, Two, One, Mark,” a countdown to the journey’s launch. In the meantime, three glad riders zoom by in a rocket via outer area. The quantity 75 seems on the entrance of the rocket, noting the 12 months Area Mountain opened at Walt Disney World, 1975. And naturally, the attraction’s iconic constructing seems above the art work’s identify.
Perillo heads to Tomorrowland for “Live at Cosmic Ray’s…” which advertises the restaurant’s resident musician, Sonny Eclipse.
And for Disney’s Animal Kingdom followers, there’s a Perillo-designed poster for Expedition Everest, which advertises Anandapur Rail Providers. Visitors journey across the mountain’s exterior, whereas the Yeti waves hey.
Perillo will probably be obtainable for signing throughout the next schedule:
- 11 A.M. – 1 P.M.: January 13, 14, 15, February 20
- 5 P.M. – 7 P.M.: January 16, 17, February 16, 17, 18, 19
Miss Mindy
Miss Mindy revealed 4 new items of art work. “Wonderland” reveals the numerous residents from “Alice in Wonderland” gathered round Alice on a black background, which accentuates their colourful, super-cute look. When you look carefully, you may see the Mad Hatter and March Hare sitting in a teacup, little question a reference to the enduring attraction Mad Tea Celebration, which is predicated on the 1951 movie.
“Pinocchio” is impressed by the 1940 animated movie. It depicts the titular character in Stromboli’s puppet present.
“Grand Day Out” reveals Mickey Mouse, Minnie, Pluto, and Goofy “taking heart stage” in entrance of a bunch of balloons. Donald and Daisy Duck might be seen in silhouette within the sample behind the balloons.
Heading again to Wonderland is “In a World of My Own,” a sculpture hand-made by Miss Mindy. It reveals Alice holding a flowerpot with the Cheshire Cat behind her.
Miss Mindy might be discovered at WonderGround Gallery from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. on January 13, 14, and 15, in addition to February 16, 17, 18, and 19.
Ann Shen
4 new works by Shen will premiere on the competition. “A Darling Puppy” reveals Girl from “Girl and the Tramp” as a younger pup, sporting a big purple bow as she pops out of a pink and white striped field. The sunshine blue background reveals a sample of laurels, and the entire work is framed by a pink ribbon.
“Friendship Colors Your World” reveals Pocahontas embracing the colours of the wind with Nakoma, together with Meeko and Flit.
“A Small World Under the Sea” reveals Ariel, Flounder, and Sebastian in a mode impressed by their appearances within the Disneyland version of “it’s a small world.”
Lastly, there’s “Happily Ever After in the Bayou,” which reveals Tiana and Prince Naveen in a loving embrace surrounded by the enchantment of the bayou.
Shen will seem on the gallery from 2 P.M. – 4 P.M. from January 13 via 21, and February 17 via 20.
Yesenia Moises
Moises makes her festival debut in 2023. Disney describes her as “an Afro-Latina youngsters’s e book illustrator and toy designer who proudly portrays individuals of various backgrounds enjoying main roles in fantasy adventures.”
A number of Disney-inspired works by Moises will debut on the competition. “The Perfect Cast” is predicated on the finale from “A Goofy Film,” with Goofy and Max dancing the titular transfer with Powerline on stage. Becoming a member of them on this work are P.J., Roxanne, Bobby Zimuruski, and Stacey.
“The Edge of the Water” reveals Moana and Pua working on the seashore as geysers erupt round them.
“Las Hermanas Madrigal” options Mirabel and Isabela with flowers blooming round them.
“Never Not By Your Side” sees Mei, Miriam, Priya, and Abby from the Pixar movie “Turning Crimson” in utter awe as they watch 4 City carry out in live performance.
Moises will probably be obtainable for signings on the next schedule:
- 11 A.M. – 1 P.M.: February 15
- 2 P.M. – 4 P.M.: January 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, February 16, 17, 19. 20
- 5 P.M. – 7 P.M.: January 19, February 18
Fenway Fan
Fen Wei Fan, a.okay.a. Fenway Fan is premiering two new shadowboxes and two new two-dimensional items on the competition this 12 months. “My Home My Temple” is a shadowbox based mostly on “Turning Crimson.” It reveals Mei in her purple panda kind carrying her mates Miriam, Priya, and Abby over the Lee Household Temple.
The second shadowbox, “My Pretty Pretty Hat” is impressed by “WandaVision.” It depicts Wanda Maximoff, aka the Scarlet Witch, sporting a hat containing Imaginative and prescient, her youngsters, Billy and Tommy, Monica Rambeau, and Agatha Harkness of their driveway.
Along with the shadowboxes, Fenway Fan has revealed two summary takes on a pair of Walt Disney World landmarks. “Improvisation – Tree of Life” reveals the icon of Disney’s Animal Kingdom in a unfastened model, however nonetheless containing many nods to the animal world inside. “Improvisation – Castle and Fireworks” is a nod to Cinderella Citadel at evening, with distinctive interpretations of fireworks overhead, enhanced by the blue background.
Fenway Fan will probably be at WonderGround gallery from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. January 13-15, and from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. January 16-19.
Ryan Riller
Riller is an illustrator and animator whose work might be seen within the Disney Junior collection “Whisker Haven Tales.” Riller will probably be debuting 4 new items of cutout paper artwork on the competition. “Off to Meet Edward” is predicated on the 2007 movie “Enchanted,” and reveals Princess Giselle in her marriage ceremony costume on her solution to marry Prince Edward.
“Faith, Trust and Flowers” depicts Tinker Bell in profile holding a bouquet of flowers. Extra flowers body the border, whereas pixie mud might be seen behind her. On Instagram, Riller revealed that the piece incorporates a hidden Mickey. Can you see it?
“Here Comes Midnight” reveals Cinderella fleeing the ball (and leaving her glass slipper behind) because the Fairy Godmother’s magic runs out. Riller makes use of distinctive paper accents, like a doily to symbolize the lacy underside of her robe.
“We’re Going to Have a Mardi Gras Parade” has Tiana and Charlotte La Bouff of their masquerade ball robes, having fun with the Mardi Gras festivities taking on New Orleans.
Riller will probably be obtainable for signings on the next schedule:
- 11 A.M. – 1 P.M.: January 16, 17, 18, February 1, 2
- 2 P.M. – 4 P.M.: February 5, 6, 7
- 5 P.M. – 7 P.M.: January 13, 14, 15, February 3, 4
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