Curiozity Corner: June 2013

Friday, June 21, 2013

Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Games

Life: The Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Collector's Edition

SRP: $39.99

Monopoly: The Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Collector's Edition

SRP: $49.99

Memory Challenge: The Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Collector's Edition

SRP: $16.99

Monday, June 17, 2013

Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary by Jim Shore

Fans of Jim Shore know if there's a special event on the horizon Jim Shore will commemorate it beautifully and with the 75th Anniversary Wizard of Oz intros he does more than hoped for!!!! All new introductions in this collection are expected mid-November.

Shown above is the Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Plate.

8" H by 8" L

comes with decorative plate stand

SRP: $55.00

"In Celebration of the 75th anniversary of THE WIZARD OF OZ Jim shore creates a one of a kind tribute piece featuring all four characters from the beloved film. A special 75th anniversary understamp commemorates this magical milestone."

9.875in H x 3.75in W x 12.4in L

SRP: $175.00

Here Jim Shore shows the Cowardly Lion in all his regal magnificence. You can just hear this figurine singing King of the Forest.

If I Were King

8.25in H x 2.75in W x 3.25in L

SRP: $45.00

"In a startled pose… Dorothy discovers the unexpected melting effect of a bucket of water. Pair this piece with the melting witch to recreate the memorable scene from this magical movie."

My Goodness

8in H x 2.75in W x 2.5in L

SRP: $45.00

"I'M MELTING! screeches the Wicked Witch from the West as Dorothy soddens her with a bucket of water. Display with Dorothy and recreate this memorable scene from this magical movie."

5.875in H x 3in W x 5.5in L

SRP: $50.00

This last piece called Spellbound is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful/ADORABLE Wizard of Oz figurines I've EVER seen. Little Toto is just precious!!!!!

8.5in H x 4.5in W x 5in L

SRP: $125.00

Friday, June 14, 2013

Film Cells Ltd. Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary

Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Mini Cells

7" by 5" black frame

Real film from the movie

Comes with easel back for easy display

Trend Setters embossed/foiled certificate of authenticity

Made in the USA

Official licensed 75th Anniversary collectibles

Limited edition of 1750

$28.99 each

***The mini cells above are also available as a set for $159.95. That's a saving of $13.99!! PLUS, the first 200 people to order get a seventh mystery mini cell for free!!!!! The mysterty cell is not available for general purchase. Trendsetters is also offering free shipping of the mini cell set for the continental United States***

Wizard of Oz Special Edition Mini Cell

7" by 5" black frame

Real film from the movie

Comes with easel back for easy display

Trend Setters embossed/foiled certificate of authenticity

Made in the USA

Official licensed 75th Anniversary collectible

$28.99

Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Mini Montage

13" by 11" black frame

Real film from the movie

Numbered limited edition name plaque

Trend Setters embossed/foiled certificate of authenticity

Made in the USA

Official licensed 75th Anniversary collectible

Limited edition of 1750

$89.95

Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Character Montage

20" by 19" black frame

Numbered limited edition name plaque

Real film from the movie

Trend Setters embossed/foiled certificate of authenticity

Made in the USA

Official licensed 75th Anniversary collectible

Limited edition of 1750

$199.95

Thomas Kinkade 75th Anniversary glass prints will be in stock very soon.

Please visit http://filmcellsltd.com/ to order

Photos and content courtesy of Trend Setters Ltd.

Sunday, June 09, 2013

Thomas Kinkade Studios Presents: Follow the Yellow Brick Road

www.thomaskinkade.com

Thom The Mentor

Throughout his career, Thomas Kinkade developed and trained artists with the intent of continuing his legacy of Sharing the Light™. He was involved in nurturing and sharing his passion for art with colleagues and the younger generations of artists in an effort to further perfect and nurture his techniques and styles and vision. This artistic mentorship of great artists passing the flame of knowledge and sharing skills is an age old tradition.

Evolution of the Atelier System- Thomas Kinkade Studios

Throughout time, the atelier system was foundational to the development of western art. Atelier, meaning an artist’s studio for training in fine art, is a long-standing commonplace throughout the world.

Leonardo da Vinci himself apprenticed under Andrea del Verrocchio and belonged to the Verrocchio Studio.

With Attention to Detail and Reverence for Style

In this tradition of Master artists passing on their experiences, Thomas Kinkade loved to share his passion of art with a cadre of artists and to train them in his creative process. Thom had great excitement to exchange ideas about art with his atelier and actively trained and recruited this talented group. This collaborative environment allowed Thom to teach his methods with other artists and impart to them the techniques, concepts and vision that he was so well known and loved for.

The Thomas Kinkade Studio continues in the path that Thom himself started and developed. Thomas Kinkade Studio Artists painting the true Thomas Kinkade style with great attention to detail, a love of light and an overwhelming appreciation of the way a picture can tell a beautiful story. Carrying on the model Thom himself had been driven to develop, Thomas Kinkade Studios carries on the Kinkadian tradition to create art that will stand the test of time and be treasured for the ages.

The Kinkade Tradition Continues

Look for the Thomas Kinkade Studios signature indicating these magnificent new pieces were created by Thom’s atelier in his unique essence.

Follow the YELLOW BRICK ROAD™

THE WIZARD OF OZ™ II

By Thomas Kinkade Studios

Since its opening, The Wizard of Oz film has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of viewers. In Follow the YELLOW BRICK ROAD, all of the great Wizard of Oz characters are captured as their journey begins down the fabulous Yellow Brick Road. Glinda the Good Witch looks on as the Munchkins merrily celebrate their newly gained freedom from the Wicked Witch of the East whose demise came from a falling house. Above "Munchkinland", the Professor Marvel balloon floats towards the Emerald City while Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion begin their adventure. And, of course, the Wicked Witch of the West looks on, watching their progress and hoping for an opportunity to capture the fabled Ruby Slippers.

The color and beauty of the Land of Oz have been elaborated in this masterwork using Thomas Kinkade Studios’ signature romantic luminist style. Gorgeous flower beds line the Yellow Brick Road and the mountains in the distance are glowing with the warmth of the passing day. The dappling of light on the ground appears from the shadows as the sun bursts through the foliage of the trees. Dimension emerges and the image comes to life with these artistic effects. Join with Thomas Kinkade Studios and all those who love the fantasy of The Wizard of Oz in celebration of this exciting release.

© 2013 Thomas Kinkade Studios

THE WIZARD OF OZ and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Turner Entertainment Co.

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Key Points:

The Thomas Kinkade Studios commemorates the 75th anniversary of The Wizard of Oz with the release of Follow The Yellow Brick Road

The second release in The Wizard of Oz collection

The characters are captured as their journey begins down the fabulous yellow brick road Glinda the good witch looks on as the Munchkins merrily celebrate their newly gained freedom from the Wicked Witch of the East whose demise came from a falling house

The color and beauty of the land of Oz have been elaborated in this masterwork using Thomas Kinkade Studios' signature romantic luminist style

Retail Issue Pricing

S/N

Standard Number

A/P

Artist Proof

E/P

Examination Proof

G/P

Gallery Proof

P/P

Publisher Proof

E/E

Estate Edition

A/N

Atelier National

Canvas Edition Sizes

795

160

-

280

145

48

-

Paper Edition Sizes

795

160

-

280

145

-

-

12"x18"

Canvas Framed

$750

$910

-

$910

$960

$2,190

-

Canvas Unframed

$600

$760

-

$760

$810

$1,870

-

Paper Unframed

$175

$225

-

$225

$250

-

-

Canvas Edition Sizes

995

200

200

350

180

60

-

Paper Edition Sizes

995

200

-

350

180

-

-

18"x27"

Canvas Framed

$995

$1,160

$1,210

$1,160

$1,210

$2,960

-

Canvas Unframed

$795

$960

$1,010

$960

$1,010

$2,550

-

Paper Unframed

$230

$280

-

$280

$305

-

-

Canvas Edition Sizes

495

100

-

175

90

30

-

Paper Edition Sizes

495

100

-

175

90

-

-

24"x36"

Canvas Framed

$1,680

$1,840

-

$1,840

$1,890

$4,810

-

Canvas Unframed

$1,360

$1,520

-

$1,520

$1,570

$4,260

-

Paper Unframed

$295

$345

-

$345

$370

-

-

Canvas Edition Sizes

95

20

-

35

17

6

-

Paper Edition Sizes

95

20

-

35

17

-

-

28"x42"

Canvas Framed

$2,250

$2,410

-

$2,410

$2,460

$6,510

-

Canvas Unframed

$1,800

$1,960

-

$1,960

$2,010

$5,880

-

Paper Unframed

$380

$420

-

$420

$450

-

-

Canvas Edition Sizes

-

-

-

-

-

-

10

40"x60"

Canvas Framed

-

-

-

-

-

-

$4,950

Canvas Unframed

-

-

-

-

-

-

$4,150

Prices are correct as of issue date and are subject to change. For complete information on edition sizes, please see the Certificate of Authenticity
* Not being released at this time.- Not Available.

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And the adventure continues...............

Thomas Kinkade's trek through Oz commenced almost 3 years ago with his debut issue Dorothy Discovers the Emerald City. Fans and collectors of both The Wizard of Oz and Thomas Kinkade have waited with eager anticipation for the follow up piece and Thomas Kinkade Studios does not disappoint.

The splendor of Oz is once again brought to life in breathtaking detail. The veneration for the classic film by Thomas Kinkade Studios is joyous to behold. The original magnificence of Oz is further exemplified by Thomas Kinkade's signature "romantic luminist style" and stunning floral landscapes. In Follow the Yellow Brick Road, we are shown the beautiful visage of Dorothy Gale as she marvels at wonders beyond her imaginings. The light from the heavens casts an ethereal glow over Dorothy and her whimsical new friends illuminating their joy at having found each other. Each is aglow with the hope their dreams are finally within their grasp, just at the end of the road. Even little Toto seems aquiver with the infectious elation of his companions. However, the Wicked Witch's minion lurks close by reminding us that following our hearts desire isn't always an easy pursuit, but the gleaming hint of Emerald City assures us the rewards will be well worth conquering any peril.

Press releases issued by Warner Brothers thus far indicate this will be an anniversary to remember. What better way to celebrate the diamond anniversary of The Wizard of Oz then to add Thomas Kinkade Studios' Follow the Yellow Brick Road to your collection? This marvelous masterpiece is an official 75th anniversary commemorative and the certificate of authenticity will bear the special anniversary logo.

As with the previous release, Follow the Yellow Brick Road will be featured on a variety of collectibles such as puzzles, glass prints, mugs, and night lights.

To learn more about Thomas Kinkade and his Wizard of Oz art please see my previous blog entries:

Shedding Light on Emerald City: Thomas Kinkade's Oz Pt. 1

Shedding Light on Emerald City: Thomas Kinkade's Oz Pt. 2

Gallery Event

Links to other Thomas Kinkade Wizard of Oz Product:

Ceaco Puzzle

Lionel Boxcar

Film Cells Ltd. Glass Starfire Print

Film Cells Ltd. Glass Coasters

Bradford Exchange Illuminated Panorama

Stave Puzzle

All company information and photos courtesy Thomas Kinkade Studios

S/N Standard Number		A/P Artist Proof		E/P Examination Proof		G/P Gallery Proof		P/P Publisher Proof		E/E Estate Edition		A/N Atelier National
Canvas Edition Sizes	795		160		-		280		145		48		-
Paper Edition Sizes	795		160		-		280		145		-		-
12"x18"
Canvas Framed	$750		$910		-		$910		$960		$2,190		-
Canvas Unframed	$600		$760		-		$760		$810		$1,870		-
Paper Unframed	$175		$225		-		$225		$250		-		-
Canvas Edition Sizes	995		200		200		350		180		60		-
Paper Edition Sizes	995		200		-		350		180		-		-
18"x27"
Canvas Framed	$995		$1,160		$1,210		$1,160		$1,210		$2,960		-
Canvas Unframed	$795		$960		$1,010		$960		$1,010		$2,550		-
Paper Unframed	$230		$280		-		$280		$305		-		-
Canvas Edition Sizes	495		100		-		175		90		30		-
Paper Edition Sizes	495		100		-		175		90		-		-
24"x36"
Canvas Framed	$1,680		$1,840		-		$1,840		$1,890		$4,810		-
Canvas Unframed	$1,360		$1,520		-		$1,520		$1,570		$4,260		-
Paper Unframed	$295		$345		-		$345		$370		-		-
Canvas Edition Sizes	95		20		-		35		17		6		-
Paper Edition Sizes	95		20		-		35		17		-		-
28"x42"
Canvas Framed	$2,250		$2,410		-		$2,410		$2,460		$6,510		-
Canvas Unframed	$1,800		$1,960		-		$1,960		$2,010		$5,880		-
Paper Unframed	$380		$420		-		$420		$450		-		-
Canvas Edition Sizes	-		-		-		-		-		-		10
40"x60"
Canvas Framed	-		-		-		-		-		-		$4,950
Canvas Unframed	-		-		-		-		-		-		$4,150
Prices are correct as of issue date and are subject to change. For complete information on edition sizes, please see the Certificate of Authenticity * Not being released at this time.- Not Available.