An Artist Reimagined Disney Characters as Real People and They’re Gorgeous

Have you ever wondered what Disney princesses would look like as real people? The exceptionally talented illustrator Jirka Vinse has created artwork showing your favorite Disney heroes as real world characters and the result is absolutely astonishing.

Briar Rose from “Sleeping Beauty”

“Sleeping Beauty” is one of, if not the, most visually stunning movies of all time. Here we see Briar Rose, not yet aware of her true identity as Princess Aurora.

Artist Jirka Vinse loves the attention these pieces have attained him, saying that he loves when viewers enjoy his work “… whether it is feeling nostalgic and reconnecting with these characters on a new level, or just getting a sense of joy in seeing something that visually floats their boat.”

Moana from “Moana”

Considering the level of detail the House of Mouse poured into her photorealistic CGI world, it’s no surprise that Moana of Motunui looks wonderfully natural in the real world.

Ursula from “The Little Mermaid”

Pity any poor, unfortunate soul who gets in her way. Ursula was originally inspired by popular drag queen Devine, and Vinse appears to have borrowed from the real life actress’ signature look in bringing the sea witch to life.

Gaston from “Beauty and the Beast”

No one looks as good in real life as Gaston! He’s got that swell cleft in his chin, and every last inch of him’s covered in hair— what more could you ask for?