Jessica Julius

The Art of Zootopia: Inside the Wild World of Disney’s Animal Metropolis

The Art of Zootopia by Jessica Julius is a stunning deep dive into the imaginative and meticulously crafted world of Disney’s Zootopia. This beautifully illustrated companion book reveals how the filmmakers brought to life a modern city inhabited entirely by animals—each designed with ecological, biological, and cultural detail. From the vibrant districts of Sahara Square and Tundratown to the tiniest mouse-sized metropolis, this volume uncovers the creativity and research that powered one of Disney’s most socially insightful and visually rich animated films. Featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art, character designs, color scripts, and storyboards, the book is a celebration of world-building at its finest.