Is there a better way to start the new year than with some never-seen-before photos of Disney artists, courtesy of Julie Svendsen and John Emerson?

Above: Julius Svendsen and Bill Peet.

Below: Ward Kimball and Julius Svendsen.

Below: Carletta Clemmons, Betty and Ward Kimball, Carol and Julius Svendsen and Larry Clemmons.

Thanks to Joe Campana for identifying everyone.

Happy New Year!