Have you ever been walking around a Disney theme park and stopped in your tracks as a familiar Disney character is being drawn on the pavement right before your eyes? This special kind of magic is always such a treat to happen upon because it’s so unexpected – especially if you’ve never seen it before. This type of art is so unique because it’s created with nothing but a broom and a dustpan full of water.
These creations go back to Walt Disney’s idea of making “something out of nothing.” While water artists handle regular custodial duties for most of their day, a select few are specially trained to bring their artistic talents to the streets of Disney, creating these temporary masterpieces. Occasionally, I’ve seen a custodial cast member ask an inquisitive child if they’d like to become a ‘Junior Character Water Artist’ as they instruct the guests how to draw their own.
Watch the short video below as Mickey Mouse comes to life!
If you’re lucky, you might run into a water artist “painting” a special character like the Hatbox Ghost!
