Book description
The Lady from the Black Lagoon uncovers the life and work of Milicent Patrick-one of Disney's first female animators and the only woman in history to create one of Hollywood's classic movie monsters.
As a teenager, Mallory O'Meara was thrilled to discover that one of her favourite movies, Creature from…
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1 author picked The Lady from the Black Lagoon as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book is one of my most recent reads that inspired me.
The unsung creator of the Creature from the Lost Lagoon received almost no recognition in her time, but we learn of her artistic passion and unwavering strength as the details of her life unfold.
I wanted to shout the name Milicent Patrick from the rooftops.
The author frames the telling of the artist’s story though her twisting and turning research process. Like Mallory O’Meara I also had to crawl down many wild and crazy rabbit holes while writing my book.
I’m still singing the praises of my amazing…
From Anna's list on inspiring your inner artist.
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