Inside Pixar

Inspiration isn't instant. Coming up with unique and creative characters takes time and effort. Character Designer Deanna Marsigliese takes us through the process of character creation and the artistic detours that often come with it.

All Episodes - Season 1

Episode 1

Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real

Episode 2

Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the Pivot

Episode 3

Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That Kid

Episode 4

Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?

Episode 5

Inspired: Dan Scanlon, Where Ideas Come From

Episode 6

Portraits: Cynthia Lusk, Director of International Production

Episode 7

Portraits: Marylou Jaso, Pastry Chef

Episode 8

Portraits: Rachelle Federico, Production Assistant

Episode 9

Portraits: Barney Jones, Music Editor

Episode 10

Portraits: Patty Bonfilio, Director of Facility Operations

Episode 11

Foundations: Recipe for a Movie

Episode 12

Foundations: Creating Characters

Episode 13

Foundations: Through the Lens

Episode 14

Foundations: Animation and Acting

Episode 15

Foundations: Color, Light, and Emotion

Episode 16

Unpacked: About Time

Episode 17

Unpacked: Everybody Loves a Villain

Episode 18

Unpacked: The Squint Test

Episode 19

Unpacked: Inner Drive

Episode 20

Unpacked: No Small Roles