This year’s International Festival of the Arts at Epcot is filled with an abundance of interactive activities.
Let’s talk about 5 activities that let you create your own ‘Work of Art.’ These personalized souvenirs are sure to capture all the memories and fun you’ll experience on your Disney trip!
Let’s start with the mural along World Showcase Plaza. Each morning starts with a blank, paint by number mural. Join in the fun by getting a pot of color and foam paintbrush from a cast member. Then you’ll be instructed to paint a few squares in your color. You’ll receive a postcard with a picture of the finished mural and you can see it for yourself near the end of every day. The mural does change, so make sure you stop by on each visit. This activity and the souvenir postcard are free.
Remember making Spin Art as a little kid? Well, Disney that brought that back, and you can get the whole family involved! First you pick any 4 colors you like. Then you choose how to create your Spin Art. There’s the traditional tabletop process, or you can ride the awesome bike while a family member applies the paint for a more interactive experience. The price for this is $19 for the canvas, or $25 with a frame.
Arribas Brothers, the famous Spanish glass company, has added a new customized experience to their shop in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion. Starting January 17th you’ll be able to create your own piece of glass artwork. Choices range from picture frames, small plates perfect for holding jewelry, or pendants to wear everyday. After your masterpiece is finished they send it off to be melted together. The process takes about 3 days, and if you’re staying at a Disney hotel they will even deliver it to you! Cost for this is $25 – $55, which includes shipping in the US.
2D Cel Animation is part of many Disney animated features. Learn about the history of 2D Cel Animation and paint your very own Ink & Paint Cel with one of Disney’s Ink & Paint artists.
This was definetly my favorite activity! You’ll have your own personal Disney Artist to walk you through every step of the painting your character, so it’s sure to turn out spectacular. At the end you have your own animation cell to take home, plus a special gift.
Each week there’s a different Disney character to paint.
Call (407) WDW-FEST or (407) 939-3378 to reserve your spot
Location: World Showplace Events Pavilion
Days: Saturdays
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Price: $45 per Guest, plus tax
Last on our list is Figment’s Brush with the Masters. A scavenger hunt where the friendly dragon has painted himself into famous pieces of art in each World Showcase pavilion. This is a great way to get the whole family involved in exploring the World Showcase. After you find all the works of art, just return your map and pick your prize. This year there are 4 puzzles to choose from. The cost for this is $7.99 plus tax.
Whether a piece of art to display on a wall, or a glass pendant worn to work, these souvenirs are sure to bring back magical memories once you return home. Check out ArtfulEpcot.com for all the details on these and more experiences.
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