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Meet Forky From Toy Story 4!

May 1, 2019 By Ashley 19 Comments

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Last month I crossed off a Disney bucket list dream item, visiting the Pixar Animation Studios! I was there to learn about all things Toy Story 4 from the creative geniuses who brought the film to life. And to quietly geek out about being in the place that so many amazing films have come out of. Okay, maybe my geeking out was a little more obvious that that. I mean, I got to CRAFT AT PIXAR. How cool is that?!

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

What was it like visiting Pixar? Well, I spent my time touring the campus taking 100 million photos, visiting the archives (more on that in a future post), getting a behind the scenes look at Toy Story 4, screening the first 20 minutes plus additional scenes in the film (eek!), and so much more! 

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

I'll be sharing all about my Pixar trip and the film in a series of posts. This first one is all about everyone's favorite toy made from trash. Meet Forky from Toy Story 4!

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

Forky is one of the new characters featured in Toy Story 4. He is a craft-project-turned toy that Bonnie absolutely adores. Forky on the other hand declares he is trash not a toy. Woody takes it upon himself to show Forky why he should embrace being a toy. “Forky is like a newborn,” says producer Mark Nielsen. “He doesn’t know anything about life—he doesn’t even understand why he’s alive or what a toy even is. He makes Woody vocalize what it means to be a toy.”

Fun Forky Fact: As far as animation is concerned, Forky is made up of more materials than the other toys in Toy Story 4.

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

From the moment I saw Forky in the teaser I was hooked. He's voiced by Tony Hale, and if anyone is the perfect fit for a spork having an existential crisis it's the genius behind Buster Bluth. The footage we were shown at Pixar solidified my love of Forky. He's a great addition to the toy box and I cannot wait for everyone to meet him. 

I had a chance to create my own Forky, whom I named The Bride of Forky, while chatting with the animator who brought Forky to life, Claudio De Oliveira. Claudio has been with Pixar for 6 years and worked on films like Inside Out, Piper, Coco, and Incredibles 2.

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

Claudio had a hard time finding sporks to use to create Forky at home.

“It's not that easy to find sporks. (Laughs) I needed to go to a pizza joint to buy their pizza then get the sporks they had there.”

Forky went through several designs before the team landed on the one.

“I brought a few of them to work to leave on our desks so we could play with him and get ideas on how to make him move. He moves the way a child would play with him.”

Just look at this gallery of Forky designs. I kinda like the one with the scarf, it's like a hipster Forky.

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

Forky is a special character to Claudio and the Toy Story family.

“Forky felt different for me. He's not a regular toy that I got to look at for references. He was a toy that I made, every little detail was mine. I feel like kids will also feel that personal relationship with him.”

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

Oh and since you're all anxious to see my creation, here she is. She kinda looks like she's upset with Forky. Maybe because he ran away from Bonnie? I don't know but I love how he looks afraid of her!

Meet Forky From Toy Story 4

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

Let me just tell you the Pixar Campus is a blast! With life-size characters and creative little Pixar touches everywhere you look, you might not want to leave or at the very least you will wish you worked there. I wonder if they need someone to tweet for them? Hmm. 

In the courtyard stands a larger-than-life Luxo Jr. Lamp and iconic Pixar ball. It's like the one at Hollywood Studios only it's the original!

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

You've got a friend in LEGO Buzz and Woody. These guys are hanging out, welcoming everyone to the Studios.

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

Inside the Steve Jobs building, you are surrounded by characters from the various Pixar films and all the awards the studio has won. I didn't see if there was one for “Making The Audience Ugly Cry The Most” but if there is such an award, they've won it. Looking at you Coco.

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

I was trying to act cool, but it's Rainbow Unicorn! I loved her in fairy dream adventure part 7! 

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

Outside of the Brooklyn Building, you see Heimlich from A Bug's Life. This is actually a ride vehicle from Heimlich's Chew Chew, a ride formerly at California Adventure.

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

Inside are more life sized characters from Hank and Bing Bong to Elastigirl and Miguel.

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

Even the baristas at Cafe Luxo got in on the Toy Story 4 action. Coolest latte ever! I wonder if they do this for each movie release? That's a valid reason for them to invite me back right? Research purposes.

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

Visiting Pixar Animation Studios was even more magical than I can convey here in this post. As a fan of Disney Pixar and someone who grew up when Pixar first started, it was incredible to meet so many talented people and see where it all began. I cannot wait to share more with you about Toy Story 4 and for you all to see the movie when it hits theaters June 21st. 

Behind The Scenes At Pixar Animation Studios

For more of my time at the Pixar Animation Studios you can watch my Instagram Highlight here.

See Forky and the rest of the Toy Story 4 crew when they come to theaters June 21, 2019!

Toy Story 4 Trailer

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  1. Avatar for Alli SmithAlli Smith

    May 1, 2019 at 1:10 pm

    Forky is adorable! I’m excited about the new Toy Story movie and will be taking the grandkids as soon as it’s released in June. I’m sure the grandkids will love Forky.

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  2. Avatar for MelanieMelanie

    May 1, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    I have not heard of this character. He sounds like a fun one! I am excited to see this movie. We need to re-watch the other ones for a series of family movie nights.

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  3. Avatar for Amber MyersAmber Myers

    May 1, 2019 at 1:39 pm

    Forky is adorable. My kids are amused by him. We can’t wait to see Toy Story 4. It’s so cool that you got to see the Animation Studio.

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  4. Avatar for Jenn@Engineermommy[email protected]

    May 1, 2019 at 1:48 pm

    This trip looks like it was an absolute blast. It must have been so cool to see the behind the scenes stuff at the amazing things Pixar creates.

    Reply
  5. Avatar for KellieKellie

    May 1, 2019 at 2:27 pm

    This was such a cool share! I was feeling every moment of your excitement! I am looking forward to the new Toy Story, even though my kids are grown, I still go see all of the Pixar movies. Thank you for the tour, I’m excited and I wasn’t even there!

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  6. Avatar for HillaryHillary

    May 1, 2019 at 5:03 pm

    What a cool trip to take. Being able to see behind the scenes. This reminds me of my childhood favs by Pixar.

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  7. Avatar for JeanetteJeanette

    May 1, 2019 at 6:54 pm

    I would love to go there! I love seeing anything behind the scenes! Forky is cute and fun! I bet that would be a fun movie to see.

    Reply
  8. Avatar for TasheenaTasheena

    May 1, 2019 at 8:05 pm

    I’m excited about the new Toy Story Movie. This looks like such an amazing experience.

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  9. Avatar for BethBeth

    May 1, 2019 at 10:01 pm

    What a fantastic experience that must have been! I think Bride of Forky looks great, it must have been fun to make her and learn more about Toy Story 4.

    Reply
  10. Avatar for TheresaTheresa

    May 1, 2019 at 10:34 pm

    I am so geeked to see the new Toy Story film and think Forky is going to be a great addition! How cool that you got a behind the scenes look too. What an incredible opportunity!

    Reply
  11. Avatar for Alyssa HAlyssa H

    May 2, 2019 at 2:49 am

    oh my gosh–what an awesome experience! I would love to do that! Forky is adorable–I can’t wait to see the movie!

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  12. Avatar for Ruth IRuth I

    May 2, 2019 at 8:46 am

    Oh wow. That sounds amazing! I would love to see all of these as well It must have been fun!

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  13. Avatar for Terri SteffesTerri Steffes

    May 2, 2019 at 9:48 am

    Now I want to visit Pixar! I love the Toy Story series and now I am excited to see Forky on the big screen. He reminds me of all the craft things my daughter used to make!

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  14. Avatar for KathyKathy

    May 2, 2019 at 2:54 pm

    That must have been so much fun! I can’t wait to see this movie. My kids and I are so excited for it. We love Toy Story! Forky is so cute too! Can’t wait to see him in the movie.

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  15. Avatar for NatalieNatalie

    May 2, 2019 at 8:27 pm

    I just heard the other day that they were coming out with a fourth installment! I remember watching the first one as a kid … time flies!

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  16. Avatar for HeatherHeather

    May 2, 2019 at 10:57 pm

    How cute is this?! Looks like such a fun time and I can’t wait for this movie to come out!

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  17. Avatar for Pam WattenbargerPam Wattenbarger

    May 2, 2019 at 11:08 pm

    I keep seeing teasers for Toy Story Four. I have always been a big fan of the Toy Story franchise.

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  18. Avatar for LynndeeLynndee

    May 3, 2019 at 8:51 am

    The Pixar Animation Studio is adorable and it looks like a super fun place for the whole family to explore. I’d love to go there with my boys someday.

    Reply
  19. Avatar for Meghan CooperMeghan Cooper

    May 5, 2019 at 8:30 am

    I can’t wait to see this character on the big screen!! He is so fun.

    Reply

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