These are various sketches by Ollie Johnston for his final animated film The Fox & the Hound (1981). I remember him saying that at the time his drawing hand wasn't steady anymore. Even more impressive when you look at these doodles, still full of life and personality.
Couldn't agree more, their personality reads very clearly. I especially like the hound and how Ollie used every wrinkle to emphasize his expression. Nothing beats a loose sketch in terms of appeal, in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteHey, happy birthday Andreas! (even though I may be slightly early for the LA time.)
Well, at this time I was already born in Poland.
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I just wanted to clock in with a big thank you for what you share. I love the rough sketches whether by Milt, Ollie or yourself. Happy Birthday
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Thank you for this post! :) Old memories come up to me. This saved my week! :)
I really enjoy Fox and the Hound, and I know it is considered a lesser of the Disney classics, but there is a sweetness to it, and the realness of these characters is very effective. You are right those little drawings are charming, and show his skill even as he had trouble with his hands
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