Almost the Truth Oct 30, 2009
Python isn't for everyone's tastes, and it only takes a handful of sketches (or a viewing of ) to weed out the lovers from the haters ... There are even talks of adapting other Python films and sketches (Life of Brian is oft discussed) into Broadway musicals ... To sweeten the pot, the documentary is injected with the usual dose of Python humor, with a few fun sketches (mostly classics bits) tossed into each episode. (IGN FilmForce)
Video: Warner Bros. Entertainment Caps Off Year-Long Celebration of the 70th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz with September 24 Emerald Gala in New York City Sep 26, 2009
The Ruby Slipper Collection, original designer sketches, as well as select pieces from The Inspirations of Oz Fine Art Collection are being auctioned at to benefit EGPAF. Attending guests of the Emerald Gala had the opportunity to bid live from the Crystal Room of Tavern on the Green, with final bids closing and tabulated on September 30. Warner Bros. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Warner Bros. Entertainment to Stage Spectacular Events in New York City to Culminate Worldwide 70th Anniversary Celebration of The Wizard of Oz Aug 12, 2009
The Ruby Slipper Collection, original design sketches, as well as select pieces from The Inspirations of Oz Fine Art Collection will be auctioned to benefit long-term philanthropic partner, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. The auction will be conducted online beginning September 10 at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Atlus Officially Announces Demon'... Jul 7, 2009
Moreover, fans who pre-order either version will receive a free bonus art book with designs and concept sketches from the world of Demon's Souls (only at participating retailers, while supplies last). "Atlus Spoils is all about giving back to our fans and thanking them for their support, and we're excited to be able to do something very special for Demon's Souls," stated Tim Pivnicny, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Atlus. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Urban Cool Made in the Country May 30, 2009
"I do carry a moleskin (notebook) with me everywhere because I'm frequently taking notes or making sketches," he said. "Out of maybe 150 sketches, I may build one.". (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Spring cleaning at Brooks Free Library Apr 29, 2009
Recently we had framing repairs done to the WPA sketches on the second floor ... We found the paper from 1937 stating the sketches were indeed funded by the WPA (a Depression-era work project that provided $17/month to local artists). (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Soul on stage Apr 13, 2009
Silhouette-enhancing gowns with intricate folds, colourful frilly dresses, and bull-fighting outfits in black velvet and gold embroidery are just some of the 75 costumes from Frances Centre National du Costume de Scne (CNCS) and Lacroixs personal collection on display, along with 60 of his illustrations and sketches ... Inspired by black box theatre, the exhibition space at the museum is virtually dark, with all the focus on the separate vignettes and the walls adorned only with the... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Gardner Museum recalls art heist as 19th anniversary nears Mar 14, 2009
They stole Rembrandt's "The Storm on the Sea of Galilee," "A Lady and Gentleman in Black," and a postage stamp-size self-portrait; Vermeer's "The Concert"; Flinck's "Landscape With an Obelisk," five sketches by Degas; and Manet's "Chez Tortoni." They also pocketed the gilded eagle finial from atop a Napoleonic flag and stole a bronze Chinese beaker ... They bypassed more valuable works by Degas, then took several of the artist's sketches of jockeys sitting on horses. (Boston Globe)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Mar 5, 2009
Lahore suspect sketches released. FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Around Oconee: Early voting available for SPLOST Mar 4, 2009
Churchwell will speak on his book "Captains at Rest: Biographical Sketches and Gravesites of Officers Who Served with the Twelfth Georgia Regiment," which has received several awards. The 12th Georgia Regiment, composed of men from Middle and Southern Georgia, was organized in July 1861 in Richmond, Va. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Artefacts of her affection Mar 2, 2009
Lot 2267 is a series of framed sketches Bowers calls "visions of hell". One shows a man having his brains picked out by crows. (The Age, Australia)
'The Gardner Heist' is a real whodunit Feb 27, 2009
Gone are Rembrandt's "The Storm on the Sea of Galilee," "A Lady and Gentleman in Black," and a postage-stamp-size self-portrait; Johannes Vermeer's "The Concert"; Govaert Flinck's "Landscape With an Obelisk"; five sketches by Edgar Degas; and Edouard Manet's "Chez Tortoni.". Shelley Murphy is a member of the Globe staff. (Boston Globe)
The Jim Henson Company and RC2 Announce a New Licensing Partnership for Dinosaur Train Feb 17, 2009
The Company has also announced the creation of Jim Henson Designs, a merchandise collection inspired by Jim Henson's earliest sketches, and The Jim Henson Company: Discoveries, an acquisitions banner that celebrates outstanding third party produced independent film, television and video productions from around the globe embodying the Company's enduring legacy. About RC2 Corporation. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
