Uploaded March 2011 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Explore a fascinating exhibition filled with original Disney artwork and see how designs progress from concept sketch to three-dimensional models to their final animated form. At Character Close-Up, you'll discover first-hand how Disney artists created some of your favorite characters.
Toy Story Zoetrope
It is impossible to miss the mesmerizing Toy Story Zoetrope dramatically spinning in the center of the room. Instead of using traditional, one-dimensional drawings, the Toy Story Zoetrope features three-dimensional sculptures of characters from the Disney•Pixar film Toy Story 2. As large disks whirl under a flashing strobe light, the Toy Story characters appear to come to life right before your eyes.
Disney Animation Building
Character Close-Up is only one part of the Disney Animation building, where you can learn all about the art and history of Disney animation, in a fun, interactive, hands-on environment.
Explore a fascinating exhibition filled with original Disney artwork and see how designs progress from concept sketch to three-dimensional models to their final animated form. At Character Close-Up, you'll discover first-hand how Disney artists created some of your favorite characters.
Toy Story Zoetrope
It is impossible to miss the mesmerizing Toy Story Zoetrope dramatically spinning in the center of the room. Instead of using traditional, one-dimensional drawings, the Toy Story Zoetrope features three-dimensional sculptures of characters from the Disney•Pixar film Toy Story 2. As large disks whirl under a flashing strobe light, the Toy Story characters appear to come to life right before your eyes.
Disney Animation Building
Character Close-Up is only one part of the Disney Animation building, where you can learn all about the art and history of Disney animation, in a fun, interactive, hands-on environment.
