Remembering Jane Baer: A Legacy of Animation Excellence

Jane Baer, a renowned figure in the animation industry with a career spanning over five decades, has passed away at the age of 91. She was known for her work on iconic films like Sleeping Beauty, The Rescuers, and Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Baer, along with her husband Dale Baer, founded Baer Animation in 1984, where she supervised the animation sequences for Who Framed Roger Rabbit. The studio grew to become a self-contained facility with various departments for animation production.

Baer's contributions extended beyond Disney as she worked on projects for Warner Bros. Animation and Hanna-Barbera. Following her husband's departure, she continued to lead the company until her retirement in the early 2000s. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Baer began her career as an assistant animator on Sleeping Beauty at Disney. She later worked on a variety of projects, including commercials, animated series, and feature films.

Throughout her career, Baer collaborated with industry legends and contributed to numerous animated works. She was a founding member of Women in Animation and actively participated in various industry organizations. In her later years, she mentored aspiring animators and shared her wealth of knowledge at events and festivals. Baer's legacy in the animation world is celebrated, and she will be remembered for her significant contributions to the industry.

Jane Baer's impact on animation will continue to inspire future generations of artists and storytellers. Her dedication to the craft and her pioneering spirit have left an indelible mark on the animation industry. She will be dearly missed, but her legacy lives on through the countless works she contributed to and the lives she touched.