First Artwork Teaser from Jersey Jack Pinball

Today, Jersey Jack Pinball, Inc. is happy to release this little teaser image of the Wizard of Oz backglass design. This design is arranged to encapsulate the basic essence of the Wizard of Oz film, capturing the happy and darker threads that this film is weaved with.

Although you are only seeing a rough black and white image, the full-color, final version will carry all the colors of this beautiful film in one glance.

Artist Jerry VanderStelt comments, "The cabinet sides, backbox sides, front coin door panel, backglass art and backbox glass insert are seven different works of art and will complete the story-telling treatment I have in mind for the entire exterior art package, but for now, enjoy this first glimpse into the backglass design of Jersey Jack's very own, "The Wizard of Oz" pinball machine!"
The artwork that is traditionally static as a backglass image will be displayed on a 26" commercial LCD monitor in the backbox. Certain treatments of that artwork will be shown at different times and in different ways on the LCD and this will enhance the attract mode of the game.

Jerry is creating these seven different works by hand painting each on canvas. Each piece could require 3-5 weeks to complete.

Jack said "If you know any of Jerry's works, you better be ready to see an awesome finished art package like none ever produced for a pinball machine before. When this takes life through color and depth, everyone will be blown away".

To ensure the brightness, intensity and detail that Jerry is famous for, all cabinet artwork will be printed using UV ink on the highest grade of adhesive backed vinyl and then applied to the cabinets.
To learn more about Jerry VanderStelt and view examples of his art, including his work in the pinball field, search the Internet Pinball Database (ipdb.org) or visit his official website at www.vandersteltstudio.com.

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Photo courtesy Jersey Jack

 

 

Legends of Oz Wall Decor - Bradford Exchange

Cancelled

Issue 1: Wicked Witch of the West

$39.99 plus $7.99 shipping

 

Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Toto too! from WOWindows

WOWindows has just released the finalized images for their gorgeous window posters. They measure 3' by 5'. The set should retail around $15.00. Available mid-July. Please enlarge photo for detail.

Funko Pop! Figures

There's no place like Funko...There's no place like Funko...
We are very excited about adding to our POP! Movies!
Three Wizard of Oz Characters will complete this already popular line.

POP! Movies
Please note: Due to Dorothy's adorable-ness, all of her evil doings have been forgiven.
POP! Movies: Dorothy

Please Also Note: Same goes for Wicked Witch and Winged Monkey.
POP! Movies: Wicked Witch

POP! Movies: Winged Monkey

AVAILABLE AUGUST 31

These adorable vinyl figures stand around 4 inches tall. They should retail around $9.00

Snowbabies 2011

2011 SRP: $18.50 each How cute is that winged monkey???!!!

 

 

In case you missed the set from 2009

Bradford Exhange Hourglass Lamp & Ornaments

Hourglass of Destiny Lamp

18" tall

Edition of 5000

$179.99  plus $18.99 shipping

http://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/110353001_wizard-of-oz-lamp.html

 

5 Ornament Set $90.00

Ornaments can be ordered with Storyland Collectables

http://wizardofozland.com/product_info.php?cPath=43&products_id=476

 

Photos courtesy Karen Owens

Lenox, Adler, and Standees

Advanced Graphics Wizard of Oz Kids Cardboard Standups SRP: $34.95

Dorothy 54" by 24.5"

 

Glinda 70" by 50"

Cowardly Lion 66" by 45"

 

 

Scarecrow 66" by 34"

 

Tin Man 60" by 27"

 

Wicked Witch 70" by 49"

 

Kurt Adler Stockings

 

 

Lenox Ruby Slipper Ring Holder

SRP: $50.00

 

Thanks so Louis Berrillo for pointing me to the new standups!

Jersey Jack Pinball Update

As you can see from the links below progress on The Wizard of Oz pinball machine is coming along nicely. First up, you can see how the Wicked Witch model will work and read all about what you can do to make her melt! Be sure to listen to the sound clip for the game as well. http://myemail.constantcontact.com/How-About-Some-Fire-Scarecrow----.html?soid=1104524641178&aid=p2At8I9srbw

Next is a picture of the pre-tornado Gale farmhouse that will be on the play field.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/April-18---This-weeks-update-from-Jersey-Jack-Pinball--Inc-.html?soid=1104524641178&aid=dhTumFoQs88

Vending Times reported as of April, over 300 pinball machines have been pre-ordered sight unseen. The number will undoubtedly climb higher fast with the release of these sneak peeks. The Emerald City edition of the game will be in an edition of 1000. You can pre-order through Jersey Jack using this link:http://www.pinballsales.com/asp/product.asp?recorprod=1&product=704&cat=100&ph=&keywords=&recor=1&SearchFor=&PT_ID=1

or you can email Jack@JerseyJackPinball.com or Jen@JerseyJackPinball.com

It's possible Jersey Jack may be attending the Chesterton Wizard of Oz Festival this year. Stay tuned for more details......

Tom & Jerry in a New Adventure Over the Rainbow!!

Release date August 23.

DVD retail $19.98

 

Blu-ray/DVD Combo retail $24.98

 

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More details as they're released.......

 

Photos and info courtesy Scott Brogan of The Judy Room

Cardew Design

Since 1991, Cardew Design has created unique tea ware, gift ware, and dinnerware to suit the discriminating collector. The gorgeous new Wizard of Oz line has been met with much enthusiasm and demand is high already. Stock is expected by the end of June. It's possible the first shipments may sell out quickly and it's no wonder. It's refreshing to see the characters represented in the original artwork of Paul Cardew. Please enlarge photos for detail. If this line proves successful there will be additions to look forward to in 2012. You may email ahead of time to reserve pieces direct from Cardew Design or you can reserve with Karen Owens. Please visit the Cardew Design website to see more pieces.

Coloring Books!!

I love to see coloring books! Ones licensed for the movie seem very few and far between. The last ones I can remember are from 1989. The downside is these are very hard to find. For whatever reason, they seem concentrated in the Chicago area. If you can find them, they're only a $1. These were first posted on the Facebook group Wizard of Oz Collectors United by group founder Walter Krueger. Join up if you enjoy ozzy chit chat!

Fun With Tonner Dolls and Scrapbook Pages

I always admire people who know how to have fun with their collections and photograph them beautifully. I enjoy seeing other collectors really enjoy their passion. Johanna was strolling through Michaels and found the new Paperhouse Production Scrapbook Paper Pad. She was inspired to take the photos below and was more than willing for her photos to be shared here. Thank you Johanna! You can see the paper pad in another entry below. I've listed the dolls below the photos for those not familiar with the Tonner Doll Company's wonderful Wizard of Oz collection.

Dorothy 2005

Miss Gulch

Glinda the Good Witch of the North 2005

Scarecrow

Tin Man

Cowardly Lion

Lady Ozmopolitan

Winged Monkey

Wicked Witch of the West 2005 re-dressed in Winkie Business ensemble which was sold separately

Wicked Witch of the East

Many of the dolls are sold out from the Tonner Doll Company but can be found on eBay and doll stores. The scrapbook pad is currently at Michaels for $14.00 or can be ordered from Karen Owens. www.wizardofozland.com You can also contact her to order or for more info on the Tonner dolls.

Dorothy of Oz by IDW Publishing

Wondercon attendees were given a glimpse into the new Dorothy of Oz film with the limited edition debut of a five part comic series by IDW Publishing. The comics serve as a prologue detailing events between the end of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to the beginning of the Dorothy.

The movie is based on the first of many marvelous new adventures created by L. Frank Baum's great-grandson Roger Baum. Dorothy is about a malevolent jester wrecking havoc on the land of Oz and Dorothy & Toto must return to put an end to his misdeeds.

The movie won't be released until next year but you can follow the film's progress on the official Dorothy of Oz site and Facebook page.

Dorothy of Oz is also regularly discussed on the International Wizard of Oz Club Forum.

More information about forthcoming comics (and hopefully other merchandise!) will be posted here as it becomes available.