A Journey Re-imagined

Inspired by the opening animation sequence in the original Journey, this modern reinterpretation depicts the accurately renamed “Sparkcatcher” in silhouette floating through an infinite cloudscape.

Designer’s Note: This image is one that has taken years to “perfect” and is still in no way perfect. In the process, there have been several generations of this concept. This is the just one of many design permeations and hopefully I may now abandon with the least degree of regret.

CONTEST

At the last minute, I decided to incorporate a “hidden” image. The first person to find this detail and reveal its significance will receive an exclusive preview of an upcoming project!

GATHER, STORE, RE-COMBINE - A History of Imagination (Part 4)

In PART 4 of our History of Imagination, we’ll go from depths of creative melt-down to a renaissance of classic characters and experiences of today. Then take a speculative trip to the year 2015 and explore the exciting yet realistic possibilities for future Journeys.

 

Highlights include…

• A Commentary for the New Millennium
• The Wonders of “Guerilla Imagineering”
• A Full Character Analysis of Figment
• The Hidden History of The Image Works
• Captain EO Revisited
• E82 and “the Quest for Dreamfinder”
• The Enduring Legacy of Imagination

Special Note: Although initially conceived as a history composed in equal lengths, this final installment is larger than Parts 2 & 3 Combined with another ton of information still uncovered! This may be the last segment, but this won’t the last time we’ll Journey into Imagination.

Figment's Fun Facts #3 - Seeing Green

While I’m hard at work uncovering the mysteries of the “Forgotten Journey”, it’s been awhile since our little mascot had a new discovery to share with us...

Click on the above Figment to find out more!

The Art of Imagination

You may have noticed that one thing I have not included in Part 1 of “A History of Imagination” is the more iconic artwork displayed in many a pre-opening publication. Showcasing artwork created to illustrate the abstract concepts displayed in the original version of this signature attraction, this 3rd in desktop The E82 Project also contains the playful and mischievous first sketches of the impish baby dragon that would eventually become Figment. The background is inspired by the triangular panels of the pavilion’s glass pyramids.

GATHER, STORE, RE-COMBINE A History of Imagination (Part 1)

In PART I, we’ll explore the development and execution of the original Journey Into Imagination. Then learn about the production and techniques used in the Magic Eye Theater’s inaugural presentation; Magic Journeys.

Highlights Include…

• The Successful Failure of Discovery Bay
• The Controversial Turntable Debate
• The Beginnings of Dreamfinder
• The Birth of Figment
• The Musicology of Imagination
• A Class in Disney 3D – 101
• The Musical journey of the Sherman Brothers