Bob Gurr is a well-known and my favorite Disney Imagineer. He started his career as an industrial designer out of college, but soon went to work for Disney. His imprint on the company can mainly be seen in the theme parks, where he had a hand in designing many of the rides. Here is Bob’s story, both at his Disney career and beyond it.
Milt Kahl was a born artist and a perfectionist who went on to become one of the most transformative figures of the Disney empire. Learn about his life here!
There’s something truly magical about vintage postcards—the way they capture a place and moment in time, freezing it forever on a small rectangle of paper. This postcard from the South Seas Plantation on Captiva Island, Florida, offers a glimpse into a serene tropical getaway that has long been a favorite destination for those seeking relaxation by the sea. A Snapshot of Paradise The front of the...
John Lounsbery was one of the famous Nine Old Men of the Walt Disney Company. He was a prolific and talented animator, and his hand touched most of the early work of the company. Art teachers noticed his talent early, and one of them sent him to interview with the Walt Disney Company—an interview that would change John’s life for the better. This is John Lounsbery’s story.
