‘The Avengers’ 3D to Offer Limited Edition RealD Collectible Glasses
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In honor of one of the most highly anticipated films this summer, Marvel and RealD have formed an alliance to offer fans the opportunity to own their very own pair of limited edition RealD glasses themed to Marvel’s The Avengers. Patterned after Iron Man, Thor, Hulk and Captain America, fans will have the opportunity to get their hands on a pair of the RealD 3D glasses at special events, fan screenings and upcoming giveaways beginning this April. Of course they will also be available at select AMC and National Amusement theaters as well as other independent theaters beginning midnight on May 3rd. Note the glasses will be available in adult sizes only.
Bid on Rare Pixar Collectibles, Original Artwork in ’311′ Charity Auction to Benefit Japan
On March 11, 2011, ’311′ — the 9.0 magnitude earthquake and ensuing tsunami — left much of Japan devastated, claiming more than 20,000 lives and adversely affecting the lives of countless others who survived.
In an effort to aid those affected in his home country, Pixar Art Director Daisuke ‘Dice’ Tsutsumi organized an effort called Artists Help Japan, which has raised more than $235,000 to directly support those whose lives were affected by the disaster.
Muppets Build-A-Bear Workshop Online Exclusive Now Available for Limited Time
Expected to be available in their brick-and-mortar stores beginning February 28, Build-A-Bear Workshop has just released its Kermit and Miss Piggy Muppet plush as online exclusives, available now and for a limited time.
The Muppet Build-A-Bear Workshop plush are unique in that they are in fact puppets as inspired by their real-life counterparts, offering a hole in the back of their heads to access the controls to open and close their mouths.
Available as plush are Kermit and Miss Piggy as well as a Kermit Tee and a non-Muppet specific Fuchsia Fringe Dress and matching heels. Aside from the plush, none of the other items are indicated as being web exclusives.
Tonner Debuts ‘TRON Legacy,’ ‘Avatar’ Dolls at Toy Fair
At the 109th Annual International Toy Fair in New York City, Tonner Doll Company debuted all new dolls for 2012 including these prototypes for TRON Legacy and Avatar. Tonner had previously released a Kevin Flynn figure based on the original TRON from 1982 and now they take on the sequel. Included in the collection are Quorra (Olivia Wilde), Sam Flynn (Garrett Hedlund) and Gem (Beau Garrett).
Although it’s only loosely connected to Disney by way of the upcoming Avatarland at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, also on display were prototypes were dolls of Jake and Neytiri from James Cameron’s Avatar. The dolls measure approximately an impressive 22″ in height and feature all new sculpts created specifically for these dolls which are expected to be produced at a very low number.
Thomas Kinkade’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ Joins ‘Disney Dreams’ Collection
Thomas Kinkade has debuted his newest entry into his ‘Disney Dreams’ collection, The Little Mermaid. The painting features Ariel, Prince Eric, Flounder, Scuttle, King Triton, Ariel’s sisters, Sebastian, Ursula, Flotsam and Jetsam and many more, including hidden appearances by characters featured in previous entries in the series as well as several hidden Mickeys.
The painting marks the 9th (of potentially 12) entry into Kinkade’s ‘Disney Dreams’ series which includes previous releases Snow White Discovers the Cottage, Pinocchio Wishes Upon A Star, Tinker Bell and Peter Pan Fly to Neverland, Cinderella Wishes Upon A Dream, Bambi’s First Year, Beauty and the Beast Falling in Love, The Lion King and Sleeping Beauty.
‘Mickey’s Railroad Adventure’ Ink and Paint Cel Release on March 17 at Walt Disney World
On Saturday, March 17, join Disney Design Group Artist Randy Noble and Disney Ink and Paint Artists: Erin Magill, Theodora M. DeLaney, David Rippberger, Lynn Rippberger and Sharon K. Vincent as they celebrate the premiere of the Mickey’s Railroad Adventure entry into the Ink and Paint Cel series. The cel invites you to take a trip with Mickey, Minnie and Donald aboard the train.
The cel is hand-painted with an unknown edition size. As an extra bonus, the first 750 framed pieces sold will be accompanied by a matching limited edition pin created for the release.
Mondo to Release ‘Lonesome Ghosts’ by Tom Whalen on February 9
Mondo will release one the newest entry in its popular Disney series of posters created by Tom Whalen on February 9, Lonesome Ghosts.
In the beloved 1937 short, Mickey, Donald and Goofy compose the ‘Ajax Ghost Exterminators’ and fall victim to some very playful spirits who miss the company of the mortal kind.
The 18″x24″ screen print will retail for $45 and will be limited a print run of just 390 pieces.
It will go on sale tomorrow, February 9, at MondoTees.com at a random time. Those interested in purchasing the poster are advised to follow @MondoNews on Twitter for the on-sale announcement as the Mondo prints have been known to sell out completely in seconds.
Limited Edition ‘Alice in Wonderland’ by Dave Perillo to go on Sale Thursday
Acme Archives today announced that artist Dave Perillo’s newest release, ‘Alice in Wonderland,’ will be available for purchase online at a random time on February 9, 2012.
Limited to an edition size of 250 pieces, this tribute to the Walt Disney classic animated film is silk screened and measures 12″ x 36″. It will retail for $60.
For more information as well as close-ups of the piece, visit the DarkInkArt.com website (formerly AcmeSpecialtyArt.com).
To be notified of when the piece goes on sale, be sure to follow @acmearchives on Twitter or like their official Facebook page.
‘Custom Letter Plaques’ by Dave Avanzino to Launch at Disneyland Resort
Even if he’s not recognized by name, the most casual of Disney Parks guest is likely to be familiar with the work of ‘multimedia dimensional artist’ Dave Avanzino. Among his prized works include shadowboxed themed signs — such as Disney theme park names or lands — in which the letters are comprised of 3-dimensional paper sculpture ‘objects’ that are related to the theme being spelled out.
Those who attended last year’s Disney D23 Expo may have also met Avanzino himself inside the D23 Dream Store. There, Avanzino was testing out a pilot program in which attendees could commission their own personalized sign and choose from a wide assortment of themed alphabets and mix’n'match for the desired effect.
Disney Special Edition Batteries to be Released by Panasonic in Japan
Proving there is no product in this universe safe from the attraction of the Disney brand, Panasonic’s Sanyo will be introducing Disney-inspired NiMH rechargeable batteries this March in Japan. Marketed under the banner of Walt Disney’s 110th Anniversary, the collectible batteries will be available in both Mickey and Minnie styles as well as a collection highlighting several popular Disney characters in a hand-drawn, kawaii style.
The kawaii batteries celebrate love and friendship by coupling Disney characters together such as Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Daisy, Stitch and Scrump, Winnie the Pooh and Piglet, Ariel and Flounder, Dumbo and Timothy and Lady and Tramp.
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