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Sunway Resort x MFA Boston Offer Hokusai Gift Collection

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and Sunway Resort Hotel are offering a 'Lunar Masterpiece' gift box inspired by the legendary artist Katsushika Hokusai. The luxury hotel's limited edition Lunar Masterpiece gift box features a reimagining of Katsushika Hokusai’s renowned woodblock print, “Lilies,” a piece from his untitled series known as … [Read more...] about Sunway Resort x MFA Boston Offer Hokusai Gift Collection

Stumptown Coffee and Laika Launch Coraline-Inspired Collab

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Stumptown Coffee and Laika have partnered up for a Coraline-inspired collaboration that will include licensed products, themed menu items and in-person experiences. Founded in 2005, Laika is an animation and film production studio that specializes in producing high-quality animated films using a mixture of traditional stop-motion and 3D-CGI … [Read more...] about Stumptown Coffee and Laika Launch Coraline-Inspired Collab

Dr. Seuss and Random House Reveal Authors for New Seuss Books

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Random House Children’s Books have announced the first line-up of authors that will contribute to the Seuss Studios publishing program.The initial lineup of childrens' authors and illustrators includes Lala Watkins, Sarah Hwang, Jerrard K. Polk and Avani Dwivedi. Based on previously unpublished sketches and … [Read more...] about Dr. Seuss and Random House Reveal Authors for New Seuss Books

Betty Boop Gets New Licensing Collabs Through Global Icons and Fleischer Studios

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Global Icons and Fleischer Studios have signed a wide range of new licensing collaborations for the Betty Boop entertainment brand. Launched in 1930, the Betty Boop character IP was created by Max Fleischer of Fleischer Studios, in association with Paramount. Since its creation, the Betty Boop brand has been featured in a wide range of movies, … [Read more...] about Betty Boop Gets New Licensing Collabs Through Global Icons and Fleischer Studios

Licensing Deal Brings MOK’s Hyper Realistic Collectibles to North America

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Mokeng (MOK) collectibles platform has expanded into North America through a licensing partnership with the Stars Collective studio and Hana Investments China. MOK specializes in creating, producing and marketing high-quality collectible statues and toys inspired by entertainment IPs from movies, comic books, anime, TV series and … [Read more...] about Licensing Deal Brings MOK’s Hyper Realistic Collectibles to North America

Licensed Rights to Represent Famed Surrealist Artist Laurel Burch

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensed Right International has signed an agreement with Laurel Burch Studios to represent the late artist Laurel Burch. The licensing agency will be representing the art and design of Laurel Burch in North America. Laurel Burch was an American painter, entrepreneur, product designer and licensor who was active in the surrealist … [Read more...] about Licensed Rights to Represent Famed Surrealist Artist Laurel Burch

Crayola and TheSoul Premiere Festive Playlist on YouTube Kids

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crayola and TheSoul Publishing have released a festive craft playlist on Youtube Kids as part of an ongoing licensing partnership. The Magical Winter Moments Holiday Crafts playlist includes four episodes of Crayola Christmas craft content that is intended to provide interactive activities for children and families. Made possible by its ongoing … [Read more...] about Crayola and TheSoul Premiere Festive Playlist on YouTube Kids

Van Gogh’s Pokémon Cards Victim of Their Runaway Success

Van Gogh Museum Halts Distribution of Free Cards Due to Crowd Chaos By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Van Gogh Museum has stopped selling limited edition Pokémon cards at its shop in Amsterdam, as massive crowds of fans created a security threat. The collaboration between the museum and The Pokémon Company has been a stunning success, but the Van Gogh Museum says … [Read more...] about Van Gogh’s Pokémon Cards Victim of Their Runaway Success

US Court Confirms AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted

Ruling Seen As Victory For Artists and Other Human Creators By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Artificial Intelligence fought the law, and the law won, thanks to a US court that confirmed only human works of art can be copyrighted. In a case heard in a US District court in Washington, D.C., Judge Beryl Howell supported the US Copyright Office's rejection of an application … [Read more...] about US Court Confirms AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted

Year-Long Celebration for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Kicks Off

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterLegends Recordings and The Brand Liaison have announced an extensive roster of retailers, licensees, brand partners and events for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop. The independent record label Legends Recordings is the official licensor of the trademarks and art assets for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop brand.The 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop's … [Read more...] about Year-Long Celebration for the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Kicks Off