Walt Stanchfield (1919-2000) began work for Walt Disney Studios in the 1950s. His work can be seen in films like 'Sleeping Beauty', 'The Jungle Book', '101 Dalmatians', and 'Peter Pan'. 'Drawn to Life' is based on the 193 illustrated lecture notes of those classes. They embody the entire system of Stanchfield's teaching - with valuable advice, critical comment, and inspiration for every student of the arts and completely relevant to the contemporary animation or fine arts professional.