As a fan of Disney movies, illustrator Crystal Procknow, a.k.a. Neoqlassicalart, noticed that the majority of Disney princesses were idealistically skinny. So she decided to create illustrations of plus-size versions of these characters called, “Chubby Disney Ladies,” on her Instagram page.
“According to the majority of kids’ movies, stories, and TV shows out there, evil people are fat, or they’re dark, or they have big noses. Consciously or unconsciously, we look at people through these filters from a young age,” Procknow told BuzzFeed.
She continued, “It’s important for everyone, not just children, to see positive depictions of people like themselves. Variety is beautiful and essential, and I will continue to promote that message as long as I can.”
With this series, it seems that she’s helping Disney fans around the world to feel more confident about their bodies. Her posts got many positive comments sharing how the drawings have inspired them.
