International Licensing Show Features the Incredible Artwork of Acclaimed Artist, Christian Riese Lassen LAS VEGAS, Nevada USA – May 23, 2006 – Licensing International will hold its annual trade show June 20-22 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. This year’s eclectic event will provide a powerful pictorial platform for Christian Riese Lassen, the most influential artist of the 21st century. The show within a show will take place in booth #4143, as Lassen will exhibit some of his newest and most innovative and impressive images. On display will be one of Lassen’s most recent creations, The Illumination Suite. This creative complement of innovative imagery was inspired by the philosophy that life is a journey toward enlightenment or eternal life. The Illumination Suite is a series of three powerful paintings containing Lassen’s poignant portrayal of the paths we must traverse if we are to reach our desired destination of entrance through Heaven’s gate. Life’s spiritual travels are insightfully illustrated within each image through the use of breathtaking backgrounds and symbolic icons or features. In this sacred series with a majestic message, Lassen demonstrates remarkable range in his artistic approach as he utilizes unique use of lighting and captivating techniques to blend the telling moods of a celestial sky within a paradisiacal setting. Lassen’s innovative imagery in his The Illumination Suite is sure to illuminate our minds, hearts and souls. Merging incredible images from his most popular paintings of oceanic art, Lassen has created a suite of panoramic masterpieces entitled Lassen Panoramic Collection 2006. Reconfigured into unique rectangular shapes and sizes, in both vertical and horizontal images, Lassen’s innovative creations produce a powerful perspective on the ocean and its inhabitants. More than a dozen paintings currently comprise the Lassen Panoramic Collection 2006. Lassen’s persistent pursuit of painting perfection has paid off in a masterful work of seascapes and marine life. This new panoramic suite provides Lassen enthusiasts with a broader insight and perspective into his amazing aquatic artwork. Christian Riese Lassen will also showcase some of his most popular paintings of the past along with incredible pictures from Emmy award-winning photographer, Dan Merkel. Recently a synergistic venture between Lassen and Merkel was formed to produce a powerhouse partnership between these two aquatic aficionados and industry giants. With tremendous passion for the ocean, Lassen and Merkel have been on an eternal quest to discover the perfect wave. Together they may just find it; and when they do they will certainly capture its beauty in incomparable artistic flair. Friends for over thirty years, Lassen and Merkel have inspired one another as they have honed their respective skills. As pioneers in their professions, they are enthusiastically combining their talents to create incredible imagery that captures the powerful emotions of the ocean. Lassen International, the marketing arm of Christian Riese Lassen, has art galleries in Nevada, California, and Hawaii, as well as international sales of original and limited artwork, and the licensing of Christian Riese Lassen images throughout the world with more than 70 licensees and over 1,000 products. Lassen’s latest works are sure to provide a myriad of marketing and lucrative licensing possibilities for the astute merchandiser. The breathtaking images of Lassen’s creations provide buyers and marketers with plenty of promotional partnerships and merchandising venues. Jona-Marie Price, CEO of Lassen International, will be attending this year’s show and will be available to discuss licensing opportunities with those that stop by booth #4143. For appointments call Lolly Stout at (702) 792-9292 or email her at lolly@lassenart.com. CONTACT: Lasseen International, Inc. ### |
