Snow White – The First Disney Princess
June 15, 2010 by Sherry Tingley
Filed under Entrepreneurs
Millions of people all over the world are enchanted with the first Disney Princess, Snow White. The full length feature film, Snow White, took over two years to produce and was first released to the public on Dec. 21, 1937. This artistically animated film was produced by Walt Disney and 600 of his talented staff.
Walt Disney, an extraordinary human being, an avid cartoonist and storyteller constantly worked for perfection in every way imaginable. He hired the best artists in the country, often recruiting talent from well known art schools and provided in house training for them. His working environment was more like a college campus, complete with guest artists as instructors.
One night, he gathered his team together and enchanted them by telling the story of Snow White, a three hour ordeal. He acted out each and every character. Although it was a long evening, he was beginning to prepare them psychologically for the two long years ahead of them. Just exactly how Snow White should look and what type of personality she would have, took months and months of discussions. Everything about the production took longer than expected. There were over 150 women interviewed to be the voice of Snow White. Walt would never see the person before her voice was heard so that he would not be influenced in any way with her appearance.
The creation of the seven dwarfs was also a time consuming project. Each dwarf needed to be a character with their own peculiarities and distinct personalities. Months were spent on names, what people each dwarf would be based on and what voices they would have.
The film was completed and shown for the first time to a private group. The audience’s reaction was highly favorable. Walt Disney’s four year-old daughter Diane, had to be escorted out of the movie because she started crying in reaction to some of the scenes. Others cheered, laughed and cried during parts of the movie. People who watched this first screening of Walt Disney’s film, knew that they had just witnessed something that would be historic. Animation had reach an artistic level that was previously unknown.
The love for Snow White’s feature film had journalists writing things like, “It was among the genuine artistic achievements of this country.” It was the story of young people overcoming hurdles in an adult world and becoming responsible and mature. It was the story of life and it’s challenges. It is no wonder that so many people loved Snow White, the first Disney Princess.
Snow White, the first full length animated film brought in $6.7 million dollars by May of 1939. It was the highest grossing American film to that point, had run in over 49 countries and had been translated into 10 different languages. It truly set the stage for the birth of many new Disney Princesses to be introduced to generations of fans.
© 2010 Sherry Tingley
Information source = “Walt Disney, The Triumph of The American Imagination,” by Neal Gabler.
Smart Unlimited Choices For Personal Bank Checks
September 15, 2009 by Sherry Tingley
Filed under Checking Accounts
Whether you need personal or business checks, Checks Unlimited has them. Their personal checks come in side tear or top tear, always with a complimentary checkbook cover. Of course, you can also order custom covers. However you like to express yourself, you can probably find a design that depicts your hobby, a favorite interest, flower or collector’s item.
Custom designs include Harley Davidson with four different current model motorcycles and the famous Harley Davidson logo in one corner. Completing the ensemble, a matching checkbook cover and return address labels are available.
The Disney series of checks are more than just cartoon characters! Two separate series include the castles of Belle, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty (Aurora) and Snow White as well as the princesses themselves. If you prefer some of the newer Disney productions, The Chronicles of Narnia and Ratatouille are available. Of course, no collection would be complete without Mickey Mouse! Minnie, Donald Duck and Pluto accompany Mickey as they cheerfully carry on your personal business. Others may wish to choose Winnie the Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Woods. Tinkerbell, with her saucy demeanor and four unique poses, nicely rounds out this Disney character collection.
Disney fans will also enjoy the Disney Classics series, graced by the images of Pinocchio, Dumbo, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Bambi and other classics we all know and love whatever age we are. The Disney Series II has 5 of the more modern classics with Lilo and Stitch, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast. The vibrant colors haven’t been washed out by receding into the background, rather, they are clear and beautifully rendered to enhance rather than overwhelm.
Do you prefer Looney Tunes, Sesame Street, or Scooby-Doo? They’re all here, even Garfield! You can have all your favorite cartoon characters in your checkbook and even coordinating return address labels and checkbook covers to complete the themes.
For those who prefer a different personalization you can choose your favorite animals. The Earth Echoes series depict arctic wildlife on recycled paper. You may prefer kittens, endangered baby animals, horses, penguins, puppies or beautiful ocean life. Choose your favorite sport, flower, or household depictions. Inspirational verses, scripture (in Spanish, too!), national parks and so many other themes insure that there’s something for everyone. Checks Unlimited has something for every interest and, of course, traditional checks. A variety of typefaces, monograms, seasonal scenes, land and sea themes and even recycled paper will please even the most discriminating consumer.
One of the most recent innovations in checks is printing them by computer. Checks Unlimited provides checks with your personal or business information pre-printed and compatible with practically any software you use, at competitive prices. Checkmark, Peachtree, Microsoft and Quicken are just a few of the programs these computer checks are compatible with.
Businesses will appreciate the desk sets and 3-on-a-page checks in three ring binders. Checks Unlimited also carries forms and receipts, business cards, gift cards, retail supplies and gift certificates. The Partner and The Entrepreneur, checkbooks especially designed for the needs of busy executive, make everyday business transactions more of a pleasure than a chore.
With personal banking fraud at an all-time high, Checks Unlimited has taken precautions to protect your account and your reputation. Security features include high quality safety paper to show stains if your checks are tampered with chemically. If your check is altered through erasure a black mark will appear where the alteration was attempted. The signature line contains small type that shows as a dotted line when the check is photocopied, further discouraging fraud.
Checks Unlimited has been providing quality checks and more since 1986 when they were doing business under the name of Current Checks. They were the first major direct mail check printer in the United States. Starting with thirteen unique designs, they now feature over seventy.
Ordering checks from Checks Unlimited is simple, easy and completely safe via telephone or internet. It’s also fifty percent less than ordering checks from your banking institution. Their checks exceed American Bankers Association standards and are guaranteed able to be processed at your bank or credit union. Checks are delivered in tamper-resistant packaging right to your door.
Santiago Caicedo and Ryan Gilbert
Santiago Caicedo is a successful freelance writer. He occasionally reviews websites that offer the best deals, promotions and discounts on bank checking related products. You can learn more about their Disney personal checks at Checks Unlimited
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Disney Personal Checks – Make Check Writing Magical
August 31, 2009 by Sherry Tingley
Filed under Checking Accounts
Aren’t you tired of those boring standard personal checks that you buy through your bank or credit union? Come on, move on up in the world and begin spicing up your life with fancier checks that you’re sure to enjoy. If you are a big fan of Disney you should try switching out your old fashioned personal checks with Disney personal checks.
There are so many styles and varieties of Disney characters and movies that check printing companies are offering on their checks. Disney personal checks are very popular on the internet because more and more bank customers are discovering them and really like what they see. Customers are so familiar with the standard routine checks that having personalized checks never crossed their minds.
Check printing companies have just about every Disney character featured in their gallery of Disney personal checks. There is of course Mickey Mouse and all of his friends images on checks, Winnie the Pooh, and also the many famous Disney movies like TheLion King, Madagascar, Finding Nemo, and more. Disney checks are nothing but pure fun and enjoyment. They take a little of the burden off as you’re writing out a check to pay a bill.
Many bank customers never realize that they can get a better deal on personalized checks when they buy strictly from the check printing companies. Do you know your bank is buying checks from the same companies that you can buy from? Your bank is charging you more for standard checks than you can buy yourself straight from the check printing company. You can save money on checks by cutting out your bank, the middle man.
Don’t be discouraged into thinking that Disney personal checks will be more expensive than normal. This is not true. You will be surprised at some of the discounts check printing companies are willing to give you. So, start spicing up your life and have some fun. Get the kind of personal checks that make you smile when you write checks. True Disney fans should have Disney personal checks.
Disney checks are loved by many
June 14, 2008 by Sherry Tingley
Filed under Order bank checks
Some of our most popular checks are the Disney Bank Checks. People really seem to like the variety of Disney characters available. I’m not sure what the attraction is. Maybe it’s a special return to that fantasy world that people like. I know Princess Castles seem to be popular as well as the Disney Tinkerbell checks.
Other people are just Disney collectors and like anything with Disney in it.
