Art Ask Agency are proud to announce the latest news on Anne Stokes Collection licensing program.

In collaboration with Anne Stokes, E.M.P. Merchandising, part of the Warner Music Group, have launched their exclusive “Gothicana x Anne Stokes” collection across Europe and the UK.

Based on some of Anne Stokes’ most popular fantasy themed artworks, the fashion collection, for both men and women, includes elaborate and detailed prints with mystical and fantastic motifs from Anne Stokes on wonderfully artistic, asymmetrically-cut tops for day and night, cardigans, dresses, coats, shoes and accessories with decorative elements and lacing, studs and lace.

The multi-level marketing campaign has kicked off and covers online, social media and direct to door channels, announcing the collection to both Anne Stokes fans and E.M.P. fans and includes an in-depth interview with the artist herself.

The first-rate fashion designers at E.M.P. and the high quality of the materials have resulted in an eye-catching collection curated by Anne Stokes.

“The Gothicana by EMP x Anne Stokes collection combines the product knowledge of one of the most important gothic brands with the outstanding art of the amazing fantasy artist Anne Stokes. It’s been a pleasure for our team to work with Anne directly. We can’t wait until the launch of the upcoming collections” Ludger Bussmann – Teamlead License Management E.M.P.

Anne Stokes will be posting one of her professionally produced videos on Facebook, speaking about this collection launch, in the coming days.

Anne Stokes weekly online video content postings explore how the artist uses fantasy myths and legends in her artwork.

Fans are really engaging with the content and licensees benefit from their products being featured, alongside the artworks.

About E.M.P. Merchandising

EMP Exclusive Merchandise Products was founded 1986 by rock and metal enthusiasts in Lingen, Germany, and has since gone on to become Europe’s #1 e-commerce company for rock and entertainment merchandising with more than 650 employees. Today, the product range consists of clothing, accessories, jewelry, film, records and more. EMP is one of the strongest direct-to-retail partners to some of the biggest licensors in business for Europe (e.g. Metallica, Iron Maiden, Star Wars, Harry Potter). Their big, dedicated graphic design, product design and marketing teams are focused on creating elevated exclusive product ranges and capsule collections for licensed IPs. From the drawing board to production and shipping, EMP works hard to cover entertainment, gaming and music while always maintaining a unique and authentic perspective. With this tried and true approach, they never fail to provide fans with outstanding products that allow them to wear their individuality on their sleeves.

From fans for fans isn’t just the company’s core claim and their innate key to wide acceptance, trust and success: It reflects how EMP started off back in 1986 and it still holds true today.

About Anne Stokes Collection

Anne Stokes Collection is the No 1 licensed fantasy artist of today. A solid, long-term brand with over 70 esteemed licensee partners, many of whom have enjoyed success for over 15 years.

The brand boasts worldwide merchandise sales in over 50 countries in mainstream, independent and online retailers as well as a massive following of loyal fans.

The Anne Stokes Collection covers a broad range of Fantasy subjects including Dragons, Enchanted Forests, Gothic themes and Unicorns, from the famous artist Anne Stokes.

Anne Stokes has a large social media following with nearly 400K organic Facebook followers. Posts online include insights into Anne’s work, event appearances, live streams, video content and showcasing of products featuring her art. Plus contests to win featured products which generate a huge response and increase sales. Some social media posts reach as many as 2.5 million people.

Fans are bikers, gamers, tattoo fans, Goths and general fantasy fans, male/female 15 – 55 years. Represented worldwide by Art Ask Agency www.artaskagency.com

About Art Ask Agency

An internationally established licensing agency based in Barcelona, Spain. Offering a complete service to licensees and brand owners around the world.

Our experience with Lifestyle brands, Culture brands, Designers, Illustrators, Character lines and world-class Photographers goes well beyond any borders. We create unique concepts together with established or emerging properties. Working with worldwide rights, offering complete service, fast turnaround, approvals, feedback, newsletters and advertising. Most importantly, we maintain direct personal relationships with all parties.