I have this list…this list of things I want to accomplish in my life. It includes everything from writing a children’s book to driving across the country. Surprisingly, I’ve checked some things off. Others seem so far out of reach. Despite the fact that I haven’t updated it on this site, I have a journal where I’m constantly writing down new things I want to see and do.
I remember the first time I stepped foot inside The Walt Disney Studios. It was during the Christmas season and my mom and I were invited to their holiday fair to shop. I was in such awe of the origin of our family’s favorite Disney classics, and I knew that one day, I wanted to visit the other studio where magic is made.
Last week, I checked one more thing off of my “list.” After *almost*visiting the infamous computer animation film studio a few years back, I finally stepped foot inside Pixar Animation Studios! To be in such a creative space was inspirational.
I loved learning about the studio’s history…how Steve Jobs played an integral role as the co-founder and CEO in helping the studio become what it is today. The building itself is open and spacious…an integral and purposeful design element to foster collaboration among the artists and employees at work. Walking through the space took me back in time to some of our family’s favorite films…
The trip, as quick as it was, packed in a wide variety of content. We screened the short film La Luna, which will debut before Brave this summer (June 22nd, 2012), watched just enough of Brave to have me yearning for more (a Scottish cliffhanger of sorts), engaged in immersive Brave-inspired Highland games, gleaned knowledge and inspiration from those involved with the film, screened Disneynature Chimpanzee, and embarked on a guided tour of the Walt Disney Family Museum. To say it was a dream for this Disney-loving, film buff is an understatement.
I’m currently in Kissimmee, Florida to cover the red carpet premiere of Disneynature Chimpanzee, but very soon, I’ll share more information about Pixar’s soon-to-be released 3D computer animated film, which some are predicting will showcase Pixar’s best animation…ever!
No compensation was received for this post. I was invited to San Francisco, courtesy of Disney and Pixar. All travel expenses provided.
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Wow this would be so much fun to see!
Brandy….I was in awe of how cool it was ; )
Oh my Goooooooooood. I am so jealous.
LOL Jennifer…I had to pinch myself!
You get to do such cool stuff!! I will be cleaning the kitty litter box today as I just found a neat little pile of cat poop in my closet.
Shannon! You always make me laugh!! Most days my life is actually quite normal….definitely not boring with 2 small kids…but just uneventful : )
What an awesome space – must go there someday!
Jeannine….breathtaking…and to be in such an inspirational creative place….I so hope you get to visit one day
What an amazing adventure! I so wish I was you, being able to see this.
Aw Jen….Thank you…..
Seriously, what cool stuff you get to do! Way to go Disney for knowing to work with such an genuinely good person. I honestly am excited to live vicariously through you! (Although, hopefully one day I’ll get to do some cool stuff like this!)
Jamie…you are awesome and I know that you are and will continue to do amazing things. I love love love your site….
How awesome! In love Pixar movies! This should be on my list.
Tania….we are a Disney/Pixar loving family too : ) I hope you get to visit one day…
Pixar looks so awesome.
You get to go to the coolest events! What an amazing opportunity!
SO jealous! Looks like you had a blast! And I can’t wait for Brave to come out!
How awesome! I’m a Disney FANatic and would love to visit Pixar. Is it open to the public? Congrats on this amazing opportunity.
You have the most fun!! We love Pixar at our house and we’re over the top excited about the new Brave film. LOVE reading about your adventures Caryn!!