Magnet Reps will debut a new artist and more than 50 new lines at SURTEX 2011 in New York (Javits Convention Center, booth 341-343) May 15 – 17th.

Returning with the successful lines of Bella Pilar, Catalina Estrada and Nate Williams, Magnet Reps will launch new collections spanning everyday, holiday, bridal and kids from ankle-biter through tween and teen. New artist Eleanor Grosch adds some mid-century style to the agency, joining Hennie Haworth, Jenn Playford and Marguerite Sauvage.

Magnet Reps unites their work with the art licensing needs of respected companies large and small, matching art with product and creating unique solutions for clients in industries such as apparel, social expression, publishing, gift and toys. Bella Pilar will attend SURTEX and be available to say hello during the show. If you’d like to make an appointment to review the collections of any of our artists, please contact us at art@magnetreps.com or call (866) 390-5656.

If we miss you at Surtex we hope to see you next month in Vegas at Licensing International Expo from June 14 – 16th (Mandalay Bay Convention Center, booth 4073). We’re making appointments for the show and look forward to seeing you there!

Hennie Haworth was featured in a recent issue of Taiwanese art and design magazine, DPI. The four-page spread features an interview, as well as both personal and client work.

Hennie Haworh illustrated the cover of Julie Hill’s new book The Secret Life of Stuff: A Manual for a New Material World (Vintage Books). The book examines how over-consumption effects our environment, uncovering the true origin and cost of stuff, while providing alternatives that won’t damage the environment.

Hennie Haworth is featured in the February 2011 issue of Computer Arts magazine. The article, Inspiration Workshop: Cultural Exchange, features many of the drawings she did on a recent trip to Kyoto, Japan.

Hennie Haworth is one of 40 artists participating in Blackout Blisters, the third annual exhibition for Print Club London. This year, artists were invited to contribute 40 signed silk-screened prints, each incorporating a glow-in-the-dark element in the design. The first night of the exhibition the venue will be in complete darkness, allowing the artwork to truly shine. Other participating artists include Mike Perry, Ben Eine, Jamie Reid, Stevie Gee and others. It runs from Friday, December 3rd until Sunday, December 5th. Signed silk-screened prints will be available for £40.

Opening Reception: Friday, December 3rd, 2010 @ 6pm
MC Motors, Millers Ave., Dalston, E8

Hennie Haworth illustrated for UK-based high-end supermarket retailer, Waitrose. Her festive hand-lettering can be seen on Waitrose’s exclusive line of holiday goodies, such as Dundee Cake and Orange Panettone Pudding.

Hennie Haworth illustrated for a recently launched competition from Clover Butter and Hunter Wellies. Every Sunday afternoon between now and the end of February, Clover will be giving away a set of Hunter Wellies for the entire family. The competition is part of a new initiative promoting healthier lifestyles and encourages families to stay in shape by getting out and going for a walk together.

Hennie Haworth illustrated for Klutz Books’ recently released title, The Truth About My Name and What It Reveals About Me. The cover features dozens of girls’ names, each uniquely hand-lettered by Hennie. Her bright, youthful type and sweet doodles continue throughout the book, which includes a variety of games and quizzes intended to help kids find out the hidden meaning behind their name in a fun, lighthearted way.

Hennie Haworth illustrated for London-based company, Cupboard Love. Her playful illustrations can be seen on the company’s homepage and feature their eclectic mix of specialty children’s items. The collection includes brightly colored wellies, comfy woolen blankets and a selection of clothing and toys that are sure to spark imaginations and inspire.

Hennie also illustrated a brochure promoting their Cupboard Love Tea Parties where a Cupboard Love rep comes to your home and hosts a tea party for you and your guests, while you browse new products and enjoy complimentary French treats and Earl Grey tea, all served in beautiful vintage china cups, saucers and cake stands.

Hennie Haworth recently collaborated with Link on their premier product, the Furoshiki cloth. Her graphic hand-drawn objects cover the the traditional Japanese folding cloth and are inspired by the wide range of items one could carry in the Furoshiki. “I also wanted it to act like a visual shopping list, the pictures reminding you of things you need to buy, then wrap in the furoshiki and carry home,” says Hennie.

Link is a Los Angeles and Tokyo-based collective that aims to cross cultures and generations by bringing beautiful and functional products from Japan to the world, and from the world to Japan.

Visit www.thelinkcollective.com for purchasing information and tips on how to use and care for the product, including step-by-step instructions for simple wrapping and tying techniques.