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    4.8 (89 reviews)
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    Channy M.

    One of my new favorite discoveries at DCA! I have been an Annual Passport holder for a little over a year and recently discovered Animation Academy. When you're not an Annual Passport holder and are going only for the day, most of things everyone wants to accomplish are the rides. Now that I am an Annual Passport Holder, it allows me to enjoy the simple things like Animation Academy. If you need a break from all the walking, screaming, or eating this is the place to go. I haven't drawn pictures in ages, then again I was never good at it. I would call my stick figures a master piece. At Animation Academy you will have the opportunity to draw different Disney characters and you are guided through a Disney artist. The lessons are 15-20 minutes, but you are having so much fun that you lose your sense for time. Then again who keeps track of time at Disneyland! It's set up like a college class, with the teacher (Disney Artist) in front with their own drawing table and tools and plenty of seating facing them. The seating is set up like a sports arena so you are able to see clearly and no one is blocking you. You get to sit wherever you want and you are given a big white clipboard, one sheet of paper, and a pencil (without an eraser). They give simple instructions, and walk you through each step. The Disney artist is drawing with you and their drawing is projected onto a big screen. Once you're done, you can keep your picture of throw it away. It's rare that I ever get to draw, so when I go to the Animation Academy I feel like a kid all over again. If you haven't checked this out, it's definitely a must. Check out the schedule in front in case you have a particular favorite Disney character. This is something you can do by yourself or with a group of friends. You can compare your drawing with your friends afterwards and see who has the artsy gene. Enjoy! :)

    Looks close enough to me! It's the Cheshire Cat if  the drawing is terrible.
    Kim L.

    If they can teach this non artistic person how to draw something that's recognized by a 2 year old as a Disney character... The instructors are that good! Been a Disney AP since 1997 and just went inside this place this year. I honestly didn't think I could draw. Now I'm hooked. The instructions are simple and in less than 30 mins you have an awesome souvenir to bring home. I check the schedule for new characters every time I go now.

    Lyna V.

    I didn't know this place existed until a few days ago when my friend and I went to Disney California Adventure and he suggested we go to the Animation Academy. The academy is an attraction at DCA that teaches you how to draw different Disney characters. SO FRICKEN COOOL! I got to draw Piglet that night and it didn't come out too bad considering I have no artistic abilities whatsoever. The lessons happen every 30 minutes and usually the lesson takes about 10-15 minutes depending on the difficultly I'm guessing, and it's a different character every lesson. Definitely coming back next time to learn to draw from more characters!

    Olaf!
    Nicole S.

    If you are ever in a need to just take a break in California Adventure and want to cool down for a bit and do something fun for the kids and yourself but don't need to stand in long lines in the hot sun, then going to the Animation Academy is the perfect place. Every 30 minutes, their is a well known disney character (the traditional Mickey/Minnie to most recent ones) that you can get the chance to learn to draw! There is always a cast member who will teach you how to draw a character within 15 minutes using very simple shapes and lines that are very understandable and easy for parents and kids to grasp and do! Don't feel hesitant if your drawing abilities are only known to be stick figures, after one or two classes at the animation academy and you will feel like such a pro! For all you Frozen fan's they're currently having drawing classes for Olaf, the fun sun loving snow man! So if you're ever in Disneyland California Adventures and your kid asks "Do you want to build a snowman?" you know just where to take them right now!

    Chip!
    Andrea P.

    One of my favorite parts of California Adventures! This is a great spot to go on a hot day if you need a little *break* from the madness outside! Not only do you get to relax a little bit, you also get to learn how to draw a Disney character! The Disney artist walks you through every little step and makes the class easy and enjoyable for all ages. I have seen them put a list outside with the schedeule of who they are drawing at what times. I believe there are drawings ever hour or possibly more frequently. There is always someone standing outside so they are available for any questions you have. I only wish they would add more characters for us to draw... maybe throw in some Disney princesses :P Remember: NO erasers! And makes a great (free!) souvenir!

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    Brianne F.

    Love taking the animation academy classes. I've visited this attraction at Hollywood Studios countless times, but recently experienced the CA version on my first ever trip to the Disneyland Resort. Although the attractions are similar in both locations, there are a few notable differences. Advantages: The CA version features a much larger space, so the waits to draw are not nearly as long as they are at HS. I also really like that the schedule of characters is posted ahead of time. At HS, you don't know who you're drawing until you get in, so you may end up drawing the same character multiple times. Disadvantages: I felt a lot more rushed at the CA attraction, as compared to HS. The HS class felt longer, and we are given more time to complete a step before the animator has moved on. Also, the CA version uses lap desks, whereas the HS version allows participants to use actual light up desks. Either way, this is definitely a must do for anyone. You really don't need talent - the point isn't to have a perfect drawing - just have fun with it! It's also a great break from the heat.

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