Interactive Workshops

JANUARY 18 - FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Friday, January 18, 2019 1:30 PM Park Map Bouquets Presented by Jovon Harkless, Local Orlando Artist

You’ve discovered a world of magic but the fun doesn’t have to stop there! Instead of throwing out your park map at the end of the day, upcycle it! Learn to create amazing one-of-a-kind flowers out of park maps and arrange into your very own personalized bouquet.

Saturday, January 19, 2019 1:30 PM Ink & Paint Animation Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist

Many of Disney’s animated features were created with 2D Cel Animation. Learn about the history of 2D Cel Animation and paint your very own Ink & Paint Cel with one of Disney’s Ink & Paint artists!

All appearances, presentations and events are subject to change without notice. All Interactive Workshops will take place in the Odyssey Festival Showplace, located in Future World, Epcot®. Updated 12/19/2018 ©Disney Interactive Workshops

Sunday, January 20, 2019 1:30 PM An Afternoon with Heather Theurer, a Disney Fine Artist Presented by Heather Theurer, http://heathertheurer.com

Join Heather Theurer for her Epcot® International Festival of the Arts premier. She will discuss her artwork and the processes by which she paints her "modern day masterpieces" and will discuss her inspirations for her Disney pieces such as “Ohana Means Family” (Lilo & Stitch), “Baby of Mine” (Dumbo), “Her Father's Daughter” (Merida) and many more. Her work is among the most popular limited edition art releases in the Disney Fine Art collection.

Monday, January 21, 2019 1:30 PM Floral Arranging Presented by Disney Floral & Gifts (www.DisneyFloralandGifts.com)

Imagine the Pixie-dusted possibilities as the Disney Floral Designers show you how to make a little floral design magic! During this workshop, you will learn basic floral design principles and create your own petite floral arrangement.

Friday, January 25, 2019 1:30 PM Animation 101: Flip Book Fundamentals Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation (www.toddbright.com)

Create your own moving magic and watch your drawings come to life during this animated workshop! Learn the fundamental principles of animation with a former Disney animator whose credits include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, Tarzan, Lilo & Stitch and Brother Bear. Tools to complete your creation will be provided!

Saturday, January 26, 2019 1:30 PM Ink & Paint Animation Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist

Sunday, January 27, 2019 1:30 PM Hand Lettering and Calligraphy Presented by Bonnie DiCocco & Donna Price, Driftwood Market, Winter Garden, FL & College Park, FL (www.driftwoodmarket.net)

Learn how to letter like the pros and leave with a beautiful piece of hand crafted art. You will learn the art of modern calligraphy, and by adding your own personal style and flair, take home your very own hand crafted calligraphy alphabet for use in future projects!

Monday, January 28, 2019 1:30 PM Gesture Drawing Basics: “Story Telling Drawings” Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation (www.toddbright.com)

Come learn the art of quick sketching from a former Disney animator whose credits include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, Tarzan, Lilo & Stitch and Brother Bear. During this workshop you will create your own sketch to take home. Gesture drawing of people is foundational practice for animators, story board artists, and directors. A single drawing can tell a story.

Friday, February 1, 2019 1:30 PM Ink & Paint Animation Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist

Saturday, February 2, 2019 1:30 PM Floral Arranging Presented by Disney Floral & Gifts (www.DisneyFloralandGifts.com)

Sunday, February 3, 2019 1:30 PM Doodling with Viz Presented by Gregg “Viz” Visintainer, Owner of Viz Art Ink and WonderGround Artist (www.vizartink.com)

Experience doodling to the next level. Learn, watch and draw your own doodle with hidden pictures and words to create a Viz Art Ink masterpiece.

Monday, February 4, 2019 1:30 PM Animation 101: Flip Book Fundamentals Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation (www.toddbright.com)

Friday, February 8, 2019 1:30 PM Disney 3D Paper Crafting Presented by Dave Avanzino, Dave Avanzino Designs, Inc.

In this workshop, you will create your own dimensional paper artwork. Learn techniques to cut, fold and add spacers to your work to create 3D Disney shadowbox art. You will have the opportunity to make your own framed magical masterpiece!

Saturday, February 9, 2019 1:30 PM Ink & Paint Animation Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist

Sunday, February 10, 2019 1:30 PM Topiary Art Presented by Jen Contarino, Noah’s Ark Topiary (www.noahsarktopiary.com)

Topiaries make wonderful, lasting gifts, are great conversation pieces and are a great project for Guests of all ages. Topiaries also make wonderful alternatives to flower arrangements. As half of the duo that has helped grow and shape Noah’s Ark Topiary, Jen literally has her hands on each and every topiary they make. From stuffing to shaping to planting, Jen can show you how to make your living creation a success! Learn to make your own topiary with her and take home your creation to enjoy!

Monday, February 11, 2019 1:30 PM Handcrafted Calligraphy Presented by Bonnie DiCocco & Donna Price, Driftwood Market, Winter Garden, FL & College Park, FL (www.driftwoodmarket.net)

Learn how to letter like the pros and leave with a beautiful piece of your own hand lettered art. By adding your own personal style and flair, you create a hand-crafted calligraphy alphabet for use in future projects!

Friday, February 15, 2019 1:30 PM Ink & Paint Animation Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist

Saturday, February 16, 2019 1:30 PM Gesture Drawing Basics: “Story Telling Drawings” Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation (www.toddbright.com)

Come learn the art of quick sketching from life with a former Disney animator, whose credits include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, Tarzan, Lilo & Stitch and Brother Bear. During this workshop you will create your own sketch to take home. Gesture drawing of people is foundational practice for animators, story board artists, and directors. A single drawing can tell a story.

Sunday, February 17, 2019 1:30 PM Abstract Expressionism Presented by Crystal Dombrosky, Crystal Dombrosky Fine Art (www.crystaldombrosky.com)

Unleash your potential through a journey of abstract expressionism. During this guided abstract expressive painting workshop, Guests will bring their abstract art to life as they paint a one of a kind masterpiece to take home.

Monday, February 18, 2019 1:30 PM Animation 101: Flip Book Fundamentals Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation (www.toddbright.com)

Friday, February 22, 2019 1:30 PM Floral Arranging Presented by Disney Floral & Gifts (www.DisneyFloralandGifts.com)

Saturday, February 23, 2019 1:30 PM Ink & Paint Animation Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist

Sunday, February 24, 2019 1:30 PM The Art of Floral Arranging Presented by Creative Partners of Alice’s Table (www.alicestable.com)

Discover your true floral potential as representatives from Alice’s Table creative team walks you through the construction of your own blossoming design! During this workshop you will learn basic floral design and create your own masterpiece to take home and enjoy.

Monday, February 25, 2019 1:30 PM Gesture Drawing Basics: “Story Telling Drawings” Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation (www.toddbright.com)