15 Incredible Disney Fan Arts That Might Be Better Than The Original Animations

The first time we laid our eyes on a Disney film, we were simply amazed. Very few companies have created as many iconic characters as Disney has since its inception, and every film they released was filled with beautiful and intricate artwork.

Additionally, the company works hard to find the best artists and provides them with the resources they need to perfect their films.

That's part of the reason why Disney films and characters, especially the classics, are so well-loved. They're a wonder to behold, especially from the perspective of children.

This is also why Disney is considered the best. They invest the time and money to produce art that will last more than one generation.

Still, that doesn't mean that what they've done can't be improved. This is evidenced by the fan art created by fans from all around the world.

Many of these fans even put their own spin on beloved Disney characters, and we can confidently say that some of their works are better than the originals.

Perhaps that's because they include more detail or have a greater impact than the official works, but they truly represent what we can all appreciate as art.

Check them out here:

1. Scar in his most villainous form

Scar already looked pretty menacing in his original form, but this fan art gives the lion a more fearsome and villainous appearance. If he had looked like this in the films, he might have given some kids nightmares.

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2. A truly scary Governor Radcliffe

In the 1995 film Pocahontas, Governor Radcliffe was portrayed as a fat, greedy, and arrogant man; however, he didn't look too imposing and wasn't someone to be afraid of. This fan art is just the opposite.

Here, he looks like a proper bad guy.

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3. The Violet who's not to be messed with

Violet has some pretty amazing powers, but in the film, she's a bit timider than her family. This fan art, however, gives her a dangerous edge and really makes her look like someone who is not to be messed with.

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4. Maybe a more accurate version of Ariel

This take on Ariel is much more realistic than the one in the 1989 animated movie. The blue coloring and shimmering reflections make her truly look like a water-based creature.

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5. The Princess Jasmine who doesn't need a prince to look after herself

For the most part, in the 1992 animated Aladdin, Jasmine was depicted as a delicate princess who seemed incapable of looking after herself, despite having a fiercely independent personality. This version of Jasmine would be more accurate to her character.

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6. This is how Mulan might have looked in real life

Mulan did appear to be a capable fighter in the original movie, but this fan art brings out the fierceness that would have been within her. This Mulan also looks more dynamic, fearsome, and realistic.

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7. This Sleeping Beauty is just otherworldly

The Sleeping Beauty of the 1959 animated film was a little bland-looking, especially compared to today's princesses. This fan art, however, presents the princess in the way she should have been.

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8. Steampunk Alice in Wonderland has more spunk

Alice in Wonderland, in its original form, was already filled with wonder, with all the colors and oddities present. But this fan art gives it a more modern feel.

It also adds more grit and a mysterious nature to Alice.

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9. Snow White showing raw emotion

Snow White was Disney's first princess, and she became the archetypal fairytale princess that served as a reference for countless other princesses. While it is hard to improve on that, this fan art gives us a glimpse of how she would look while showing raw emotion.

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10. Kim Possible looking like a mature spy

When Kim debuted in 2002, she resembled any other typical Disney character. Additionally, she was portrayed as a preppy high school girl.

This fan art shows the character in a more mature light and gives her the appearance of an experienced and capable fighter.

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11. Rapunzel unlocking her true powers

In this fan art, Rapunzel isn't just the girl with long hair; she's far more powerful and mystical.

While this version of her might alter her entire story, it is a striking adaptation and would undoubtedly be an iconic one.

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12. This Maleficent is genuinely terrifying

When Maleficent first appeared in 1959, she was already terrifying. With this fan art, however, she looks much more powerful and capable of truly altering the course of events for her plans.

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13. Mushu being the powerful dragon he is

We love the original Mushu, but here, he is much more intimidating and appears far more powerful than his comedic version. Additionally, Mulan looks more like a true warrior in this depiction.

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14. Robin Hood as a truly fierce warrior

In the 1937 film, the characters were animals, with Robin being a fox. In that version, everyone looked pretty friendly.

However, in this fan art, Robin takes on a much fiercer persona.

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15. Brave looks a lot more mystical and magical

In the 2012 film Brave, Merida was portrayed as a headstrong character who was quite capable of fending for herself. Here, however, she's depicted in a more delicate manner, and the added elements give her surroundings a more otherworldly feel.

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We still love the original Disney animations. After all, they are the classics we grew up with.

However, the artists who created these fan arts are incredible as well, and they've given a special spin to the characters we've loved so much.

They could even create their own animated films if they wanted to. That would be amazing to see.