Artist Imagines Live-Action And Classic Versions Of Disney Characters Hanging Out Together

Recently, actress Halle Bailey, who plays Princess Ariel in the upcoming live-action film "The Little Mermaid", shared an incredible fan art on her Instagram stories. The photo portrays her character Ariel and the heroine of Disney's "The Little Mermaid" (1989). In the picture, both versions of Ariel hug and make a heart with their hands. Bailey said that the illustration “instantly” made her cry.
The author of the photo is Louis Cruz, who specializes in drawings in the style of Disney cartoons, particularly Disney princesses movies. As an avid Disney fan, she loves both Disney classic Movies.and their remakes. As a result, she created a series in which the characters of imagined live-action and classic versions hang out together. From "The Little Mermaid" to "Cinderella" mash-up, all of her arts are amazing!
So, scroll down to see all 10 mash-ups that Cruz has created so far. What do you think about her illustrations? Tell us your opinions in the comment below!

#1 Ariel from "The Little Mermaid"

Source: Louis Cruz

Halle Bailey received a lot of criticism when accepting the role of Ariel. However, thanks to fans like the artist Louis, Bailey was encouraged. Let's wait for her performance in the upcoming movie "The Little Mermaid"!

#2 Cinderella

Source: Louis Cruz

Lily James has successfully completed the role of beautiful Cinderella in the live-action movie "Cinderella" (2015). The actress also appeared in Louis's illustration.

#3 Mulan

Source: Louis Cruz

In 2020, Disney released the film adaptation of "Mulan" starring Liu Yifei. And in the photo by artist Louis, both Mulan is very strong with the sword in hand.

#4 Nala from "The Lion King"

Source: Louis Cruz

The success of the remake of "The Lion King" (2019) is not only thanks to the filmmakers but also to the voice actors. And among them, the famous singer Beyoncé brilliantly voiced the character Nala. So it's not surprising that she appears with the lion Nala in this drawing.

#5 Jasmine from "Aladdin"

Source: Louis Cruz

Although she has just started her acting career not long ago, actress Naomi Scott made a strong impression on the audience through the role of Princess Jasmine in the Disney live-action film Aladdin (2019). And she earned a Saturn Award nomination for this performance. In this illustration by Louis, both Jasmine are beautiful and gorgeous.

#6 Aladdin from "Aladdin"

Source: Louis Cruz

In the remake "Aladdin" (2019), alongside Jasmine is Aladdin played by young actor Mena Massoud. Artist Louis Cruz createđ an interesting meeting between two Aladdin in her work.

#7 Genie from "Aladdin"

Source: Louis Cruz

"Aladdin" (2019) is a live-action version of the famous animated film released in 1992. In this version, Hollywood star Will Smith played the Genie. And artist Louis illustrated two power genies standing side by side. Maybe we'll have double wishes?

#8 Belle from "The Beauty and the Beast"

Source: Louis Cruz

This illustration shows Belle in the cartoon and Emma Watson's Belle in the live-action "The Beauty and the Beast". Both Belle wear their iconic yellow dresses and are both stunningly beautiful!

#9 Gaston from "The Beauty and the Beast"

Source: Louis Cruz

In the movie "Beauty and the Beast" (2017), actor Luke Evans played the villain Gaston. In this drawing, the animated Gaston and Luke Gaston are having an intense duel. Who do you cheer for?

#10 Aurora from "Sleeping Beauty"

Source: Louis Cruz

It looks like the classic princess Aurora is trying to prevent the other Princess Aurora from hitting the spindle. In the live-action version of "Sleeping Beauty" ("Maleficent"), actress Elle Fanning successfully played Princess Aurora and was praised by fans.