About Aaron Blaise
For 21 years Aaron worked with Disney helping to create some of the greatest animated films ever made. During that time he worked as an animator or supervising animator on "The Rescuers Down Under", "Beauty and the Beast", "Aladdin", "The Lion King", "Pocahontas", "Mulan" and more. In 2003 he was co-director of "Brother Bear" for which he earned an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature Film. After "Brother Bear" he helped to develop several projects but ultimately left Disney to pursue an opportunity back home in Florida. Aaron recently served as 2D Animation Supervisor and Character Designer for the "The Bear and the Hare" an advertisement loved by millions around the world. He is currently also working on a new animated short film, once again involving bears called "Snow Bear".
Hi Aaron ,
Firstly let me start of by saying I discovered your tutorials by chance , I have been wanting to follow the Disney styles for ages , didn’t know how and where to start and where I would learn the tricks . My journey ended with your website and I am NOW into a buffet of knowledge .
Secondly I loved the wolf walkers – after seeing your association ,I am not surprised at all that you did transfer some of your magic which created this astounding piece of art .
Mr. Blaise I had no idea you had played a role in the concept art of Wolfwalkers!! It’s a very lovely surprise indeed :,D I’ll start your course on wolves and coyotes because the movie left such a big impact on me and a very big drive to learn how to draw these beautiful animals.
You are such a generous person. I’m glad they gave you credit. I’ve also now added that movie to my “Want to Watch” list.
Aaron, I’m thrilled to learn that you had a role in WolfWalkers. I’m a student of yours and have just discovered this blog post your wrote. It’s currently my favourite film and I’m a little obsessed with their background work. So beautiful and natural looking. It’s always nice when you see two of your favourite things having some connection. Another favourite of mine is Marco Bucci, so was great to see your art collab with him (and others) recently.
Very best wishes to you
Adam
UK