Illustrator Does Portrait Series For Disney Characters Who Pair Together Perfectly
We're totally obsessed with these colorful works of art
Disney fans love a good pairing, and Chris Thompson gives that idea a colorful twist with a portrait series built around characters who just fit together. His illustrations bring together couples, siblings, and iconic duos from across the Disney universe, all with a style that feels playful and polished at the same time.
Thompson, who shares his work on Instagram, has turned familiar characters into a collection that is easy to scroll through and hard to forget. From classic romances to unexpected matches, the series highlights how many memorable Disney pairings have stayed with audiences for years.
With 27 portraits in the set, there is plenty here for longtime Disney fans to recognize and enjoy. Read on.
1. George and Meg from Paperman, a Pixar Short
Chris said, "I love the vintage look they animated, and such a cute little romance!"
Chris Thompson2. Mulan & Her Reflection
On why he chose Mulan's reflection instead of Shang, Chris said:
"My latest series is mostly Disney couple portraits, two separate images facing each other... I love the romance. But I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to have Mulan and her reflection. A powerful statement."
Chris Thompson3. Milo & Kida from Atlantis
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The lineup keeps getting better from here.
4. Princess Anna and Kristoff
Kristoff is the best Disney prince, and you can't change my mind.
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5. Carl & Ellie from Up
Chris said that Carl and Ellie's love story is, "probably one of the most poignant love stories from Disney, let alone told in 5 minutes!"
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6. Pongo and Perdita from 101 Dalmatians
Chris made sure that the frames around this pupper couple include 101 paw prints.
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7. Belle and Beast from Beauty and the Beast
Chris said, "I love Beast for his unique character arc... flawed and learning, like all of us."
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8. Cinderella & Prince Charming from Cinderella
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These portraits lean all the way into the nostalgia.
9. Jack and Sally from Nightmare Before Christmas
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10. Robin Hood & Maid Marion from Robin Hood
I'm so glad this is available on Disney+!
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11. Elsa and Anna from Frozen
Chris said:
"Someone suggested I draw Elsa across from Anna as an alternative option... great idea! It’s a sister thing."
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12. Wall-E and Eve from WALL-E
Chris is a big fan of the endearing film:
"WALL-E is hands down my favorite of the Disney Pixar films. So adorable, yet such a poignant commentary on where the world is headed. I’ve watched it probably a dozen times."
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13. Princess Aurora and Prince Phillip from Sleeping Beauty
On Prince Phillip, Chris said, "Prince Phillip is such an OG prince, and arguably one of the princes to put in the most effort!"
And regarding the classic princess herself, Aurora, he said: "Sleeping Beauty is classic Disney animation at its best, with such gorgeous design that really defined so much of Disney’s aesthetic."
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It is basically a greatest-hits list for Disney pairings.
It’s also like the poster choosing their partner’s dream job or a rescue dog.
14. Wendy and Peter Pan
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15. Tiana and Naveen from The Princess and the Frog
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16. Pocahontas and John Smith
Chris explained his feelings when he shared his portraits of Pocahontas and John Smith:
"I loved the movie POCAHONTAS... the music, the animation, how powerful her character felt to me... but now as an adult and in 2020, it does seem like a mistake to take a historical figure and appropriate the story. Different times for sure. Still a movie that makes me cry!"
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17. Lady and the Tramp
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18. Esmeralda and Phoebus from The Hunchback of Notre Dame
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There is no shortage of fan favorites in this set.
19. Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl
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20. Jane and Tarzan
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21. Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder from Tangled
Chris says, "Flynn Rider is one of the coolest Disney guys."
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22. Snow White and Prince Florian from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
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23. Bo Peep and Woody from the Toy Story franchise
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A few of these are especially hard to beat.
24. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
How could you do a Disney series without this dynamic duo? You can't!
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25. Jasmine and Aladdin
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26. Ariel and Eric from The Little Mermaid
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27. Megara and Hercules
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