Looks like love isn’t just for Disney tales. New York resident Brian Flynn wanted to give the his girlfriend, Manini Gupta, the ultimate Valentine’s gift, so he had her animated as some of Disney’s most popular princesses. He chose artist and close friend Dylan Bonner to take on the project. “Dylan is the son of one of my mom’s best friends. I’ve known him since he was a little kid, and I’ve always thought he was incredibly talented,” he told Buzzfeed News.
According to Flynn, despite his excitement, the project took a lot of timing and consideration. “Manini loves The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast, so those were a given,” he said. “Everyone thinks she looks like Jasmine, so Aladdin was kind of a given as well. I chose Mulan because Mani totally embodies her determined energy. And, finally, I chose Tangled because I share a name with Flynn, and I’m a master of his token look, ‘smolder.’ ”
But did his girl go for it?
“At first I was in disbelief — like, ‘Is that my face in a Disney drawing?’ — but then I was just amazed by the artistry and what a thoughtful and deeply personal gift Brian and Dylan created,” Manini said. “I can’t believe Brian kept this secret for three months. When it comes to surprises, he’s normally the worst secret keeper,” Gupta told Buzzfeed.
Then again, what girl doesn’t want their very own princess moment? For a look at Flynn’s complete animation of Gupta as Disney princesses, check out the gallery below. Enjoy, lovers!
Photo credit: Dylan Bonner / Via dylanbonner.blogspot.com
