Ronnie Williford, Junior Animator / Assistant Animator
Born August 3rd, 1960 in Dallas, Texas.
Younger brother of sculptor/ painter Hollis Williford. Began studying to pursue a career in art at age 2. Began studying guitar at age 14. Joined first band at age 16. Began recording session work at age 17. Received a scholarship to attend art school in 1979. 1 year of liberal arts school in north Dallas studying painting and music Moved to Denver, Colorado in June 1980 to study and work with professional artists Studied with brother Hollis, Ned Jacob, Len Chimel, Jon Zahourek, Bob Kuhn, Kang Cho, Richard Schmid and Skip Whitcomb. First began exhibiting work in shows in 1982 Began exhibiting in galleries in 1983 Began scuba diving in 1985 and painting underwater subjects in the studio Married wife Paula in 1988 Became a member of the Society of Animal Artists in 1993 Accepted job with Walt Disney Feature Animation, Florida 1995-2003. Film credits include: The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, Lilo & Stitch, Brother Bear, CMT music video for the band.