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The Story Behind One Hundred Mickey's
by:
Eric Christian Robison
When I received the proposal to paint 100 Mickey's, I was excited and anxious to begin. I packed up my paints and brushes and flew to a little island in the Caribbean to commence this ambitious undertaking. The inspiration of Nature's colors there and the occasional plunge into the river was enough to initiate a great start. I returned two weeks later with the first twenty-one Mice in my suitcase. That was easy. The next seventy-nine were a bit more challenging and took sixteen months to finish. The challenge was trying to make each one different in pose, style, or medium. As well as paying homage to the history of Mickey.
It is a collection of paintings that I'll never forget achieving, and a dream project for any artist to take on. I am honored that I was asked to perform such a feat. I want to thank the Walt Disney Company for allowing me to express myself in so many ways and I am honored to represent Walt's wonderful creation - Mickey Mouse....An American Icon.
Happy 100th Birthday Walt
ps: With 100 mouse paintings behind me now; I feel 100 years older than when I began."
One Hundred Mickey's Event
In continuation of Walt’s 100th birthday, The Disney Gallery
will open its doors to reveal a special art exhibit
featuring 100 images of Mickey Mouse created by Eric Robison.
The exhibit will be on display February 23rd through September 8, 2002
and will give Guests the opportunity to view a variety of artistic styles
and mediums, from charcoal on paper to oil on canvas.
One Hundred Mickey's Pin Kick-Off
Breakfast
SOLD OUT
One Hundred Mickeys Pin Series
Pin Release Breakfast
Sunday, April 28, 2002 - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Disneyland Park
ANNOUNCING A NEW WAY TO COLLECT!
Join us as we launch the first in a series of pin dining experiences.
Meet with your fellow collectors, trade pins and, best of all, enjoy a
delicious breakfast while your pins are delivered to your table without
waiting in line!
This new experience begins with our One Hundred Mickeys pin series, which
honors Walt's 100th birthday. By attending this first Pin Breakfast you
will have the opportunity to pre-purchase the first five (5) One Hundred
Mickeys pins WITHOUT WAITING IN LINE!
One Hundred Mickey's Lanyard
All One Hundred Mickey's are a LE 3500 and will sell for $8.50
April 28, 2002 pins MM 001-MM 005 will be sold to the public
Art Instruction Sessions
with
Artist & Former Walt Disney Imagineer
Eric Robison
May 17-19, 2002
Disneyland* Resort
As part of the One Hundred Mickeys exhibit,
we are pleased to announce two special weekend art instruction courses on
"How to Draw & Paint Mickey Mouse".
Artist & Former Walt Disney Imagineer, Eric Robison
will be on hand to instruct Guests on how to create their own
special Disney masterpiece in just one weekend.
The weekend "Art Instruction Sessions" will take place on the
following days at the following times at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel:
1st Session
Friday, May 17, 2002
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 18, 2002
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Sunday, May 19, 2002
10:00 a.m. to Noon
2nd Session
Friday, May 17, 2002
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 18, 2002
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 19, 2002
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Art Instruction Session is designed to provide instruction in a variety
of techniques & processes basic to drawing and painting.
Process includes developing the line drawing of Mickey, transferring the
image to board, beginning color contrast/light source logic and painting in
color.
Instruction includes necessary art supplies.
Tickets for the weekend "Art Instruction Sessions" is $350 per person, per
session.
Limited to only 20 Guests per session.
Discounts do not apply to "Art Instruction Session".
Tickets will be available beginning Wednesday, May 1, 2002
through Disneyland* DelivEARS at 800.362.4533.
"Art Instruction Session" does not include admission into any of the
Disneyland* Resort Theme Parks.
We ask that you bring no personal items to be signed.
Event information subject to change without notice.
Art Instruction Session
Resort Hotel Packages
Art Instruction Session hotel packages are available at all of the
Disneyland Resort Hotels, please call 714.520.5005 for reservations.
Rooms are subject to availability, special room rates do not include tax or
parking.
Rates apply to stays in conjunction with the Art Instruction Sessions.
May 5, 2002 MM 006-MM010 will be sold to public
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MM 006 – Sepia Mickey
Artist Quote: I wanted that old fashioned look here. Sepia tone on
parchment. |
MM 007 – Cardboard Mickey
Artist Quote: I painted this on a cardboard box, years before the 100
Mickeys assignment just for fun. I was happy to finally put it to use. |
MM 008 – Shy Mickey
Artist Quote: One of Mickey’s many attributes…shyness.
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MM 009 – Toe Touch Mickey
Artist Quote: The movement of the brush strokes and the toe touch pose
has made this one a favorite among Disney fans already. |
MM 010 – Brave Little Tailor 1
Artist Quote: From the film "Brave Little Tailor"…the expressions in this
Disney film I think is Disney at its best. |
May 12, 2002 Release MM 011-015
To be released at these locations: Showcase, Main Street Pin Cart, Emporium,
Frontierland Pin Cart, Fantasy Fair,
Off the Page, DTD Pin Cart, World of Disney ™ Hollywood pin cart, Fly ‘n Buy,
Greetings from California and Golden State pin locations
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| MM 011- Tee It Up - Color |
MM 012 – Sorcerer in the Dark |
MM 013 – Smooches |
M014 –
Jelly Bean Mickey |
MM 015 – Double Take |
May 19, 2002 Release MM 016-020
To be released at these locations: Showcase, Main Street Pin Cart, Emporium,
Frontierland Pin Cart, Fantasy Fair,
Off the Page, DTD Pin Cart, World of Disney ™ Hollywood pin cart, Fly ‘n Buy,
Greetings from California and Golden State pin locations
May 19, 2002 Release MM 016-020
To be released at these locations: Showcase, Main Street Pin Cart, Emporium,
Frontierland Pin Cart, Fantasy Fair,
Off the Page, DTD Pin Cart, World of Disney ™ Hollywood pin cart, Fly ‘n Buy,
Greetings from California and Golden State pin locations
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