Mindy Johnson

Mindy Johnson, an author and animation historian known for her focus on women in Walt Disney Animation, joins Gabrielle Stecker, an English professor who analyzes Mary Blair's legacy. They discuss Blair's transformative impact on Disney, breaking traditional design norms with her bold, modernist style. The conversation dives into Blair's struggles in a male-dominated industry, her artistic evolution, and the complexities of her legacy, including both her vibrant works and the darker themes in some of her projects.

Mindy Johnson, an award-winning author, historian, filmmaker, and educator, discusses the upcoming documentary 'Pencils Vs Pixels' that explores Disney's transition from hand-drawn to CG animation. She reveals the story of Bessie MacKellie, an overlooked female animator, and emphasizes the importance of uncovering hidden stories in animation history. The chat also highlights the value of understanding animation's historical perspective, the changing landscape for women in animation, and the potential for a golden age of 2D animation.