The Art of Raya and the Last Dragon
The Art of Raya and the Last Dragon is a digital art book from Walt Disney Animation Studios, available as a PDF download. This digital edition captures the visual development, story, cinematography, and world-building behind the original fantasy film. You can begin reading as soon as your purchase is complete.
Written by Kalikolehua Hurley and Osnat Shurer, with a foreword by Don Hall, Carlos López Estrada, Paul Briggs, and John Ripa, this edition is a tribute to the artists who shaped the world of Kumandra.
Book Overview
The Art of Raya and the Last Dragon is a 168-page visual companion to the Walt Disney Animation Studios film. It documents the creative journey from early ideas to finished frames, including character design, environment art, color script, set extension, and collaborative storytelling.
This digital edition is published by Chronicle Books, San Francisco, and includes an introduction, prologue, and chapters arranged around the film’s story. The content reflects the artists’ experiences and the cultural inspiration gathered from Southeast Asia.
Digital format: PDF, 51.9 MB, with 168 pages.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- A foreword by the film’s directors and production team: Don Hall, Carlos López Estrada, Paul Briggs, and John Ripa.
- Visual development art across three main sections: A Warrior and a Dragon, The Dragonlands, and We Are Kumandra.
- Chapters on cinematography, color script, set extension, and a world of collaboration.
- Dedicated end credits and acknowledgments sections.
- Concept art and digital paintings from artists including Paul Felix and Griselda Sastrawinata, as credited in the book.
Why This Book Matters
Raya and the Last Dragon is a significant Disney Animation production because it centers an original fantasy story rooted in Southeast Asian cultures. The visual development work honors those cultural sources, and this book preserves the contributions of the many artists and craftspeople who made the film. It offers a lasting record of trust, collaboration, and artistic ambition within the studio.
Book Details
| Format | |
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| File Type | |
| File Size | 51.9 MB |
| File Size (Bytes) | 54373955 |
| Pages | 168 |
| Language | English |
| Author | Kalikolehua Hurley and Osnat Shurer |
| Foreword | Don Hall, Carlos López Estrada, Paul Briggs, and John Ripa |
| Publisher | Chronicle Books, San Francisco |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. After purchase, you can access the PDF through your account and download it to your preferred device. The file works with appropriate reading apps for Kindle, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile devices.
FAQ
Will I receive a physical copy?
No. This listing is for a digital PDF download only.
How soon can I access the book?
You can download the PDF immediately after your purchase is confirmed.
What devices are supported?
The PDF can be read on compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and most PDF reading software.
Add The Art of Raya and the Last Dragon to your library and explore the artistry behind the film.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Page Count | 168 |
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