Collectors Editions named publisher of Disney limited editions - Up Front - Brief Article

Art Business News, Sept, 2002

BURBANK, Calif. -- Collectors Editions Inc. of Canoga Park, Calif., has been named the global publisher for select fine art portfolios of artwork using Disney characters and settings. Collectors will work with Disney to produce and market limited-edition prints on paper and canvas for Walt Disney Art Classics, the art and collectibles unit of Disney Consumer Products (DCP). The offerings will include new and previously released images from Disney's Art of Peter Ellenshaw and the Art of Disney Storybooks portfolios, as well as new interpretations from established and emerging artists and the new Disney's Art of Academia portfolio.

"Collectors Editions has an impressive roster of artists, and their team has an incredible understanding of Disney and what it stands for. We look forward to utilizing their expertise in fine art publishing to expand our business and introduce new artist-inspired works for our collectors," said Harry Holman, senior vice president of handlings for DCP.

Said William Stone, executive vice president of Collectors Editions," Disney's reputation for the highest quality, family-oriented entertainment is well known and is expected to generate a natural enthusiasm among out client base. We believe that extending the distinctive Disney legacy further into our art market, fueled by the creativity of some of the best known artists, is an exciting opportunity for us."

Walt Disney Art Classics and Collectors Editions will unveil new releases this month at DECOR expo--Atlanta under the Disney Fine Art banner. For more information, visit www.disneyartclassics.com. ABN