Asgard Media’s Robyn Cowling discusses honesty, fandom and trend-spotting
Robyn Cowling – Head of Strategic Partnerships at Asgard Media – on championing, elevating and protecting clients and licensors.
Snowtap enters puzzle space with Gibsons
“We are thrilled that so many people have enjoyed Snowtap’s illustrations and even more excited that our work is now attracting high-quality licensing partners across a diverse range of categories,” said Gracie Tapner and Susy Snow, founders of Snowtap.
BorderLeap’s Illustrated app game welcomes Van Gogh puzzles
Two galleries are available to play through – ‘Van Gogh’s Early Years’ and ‘Van Gogh in Paris’ – with more to be released throughout 2023.
WildBrain CPLG to extend PLAYMOBIL into publishing, experiences and consumer products
“We see significant potential to expand the brand’s presence and profile beyond the core toy range,” said Maarten Weck, EVP & Managing Director at WildBrain CPLG.
Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen’s Shapes picture books get TV series with Apple TV+
Shape Island – a stop motion series – follows serious Square, intrepid Circle and tricky Triangle on their silly adventures.
The Brand Radar: Isle of Man Post Office, David Bowie and how music IP thrives in specialist areas
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes looks at how the Isle of Man Post Office’s recent range of David Bowie stamps cements the notion that authenticity is key when it comes to brand extension success.
Jonathan Bayme, founder of theory11, on designing stunning playing cards for licensors
How theory11 founder Jonathan Bayme elevates brands with incredible playing cards
Mrs Hinch moves into children’s books with Welcome to Hinch Farm
Welcome to Hinch Farm is described as ‘a reassuring story about change, and the excitement and worries that come with it.’
Moschino debuts Bugs Bunny collection
The 23-item collection includes a Moschino biker bag complete with bunny ears.
Hokusai’s The Great Wave gets the LEGO treatment
“We’re thrilled that fans of art and Japanese culture will get the chance to immerse themselves into the relaxing project of recreating the iconic Great Wave,” said Annemette Baaskjær Nielsen, Designer at the LEGO Group.