Happy Birthday Brandi Milne

Cat Ghost Pumpkin Treat Limited Edition Print Hand-Signed by Brandi Milne

Happy birthday to our friend Brandi Milne, the pop surrealist artist best known for her sweet nostalgia-laced style. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this fine art Halloween-themed print with real ribbon bow by Milne. Hand-signed and numbered by Milne in an edition of 60. Exclusive for Baby Tattooville attendees in 2011. 6 x 6 inches and Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to Rod McKuen

Rod McKuen Hand-Signed Photo

Farewell to the best-selling poet, songwriter, composer, and singer Rod McKuen (1933 - 2015) who passed away yesterday after a lengthy illness. His career began with the 1959 novelty single "The Mummy" and eventually earned him two Oscar nominations and one Pulitzer nomination. His thirty books of poetry have sold millions of copies. This 8 x 10 inch black and white photograph was hand-signed in person by McKuen at the Hollywood Show convention in 2010.  Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Shangri-La by KRK Ryden

Collector's Shangri-La by KRK Ryden

We're proud to present KRK Ryden's addition to our gallery of artists' visions of Collector's Shangri-La! KRK Ryden, the older brother of visual artist Mark Ryden, is best known for his work with DEVO and his colorful surreal style.

Others artists who've contributed their visions of Collector's Shangri-La include Mike Allred, Amanda Visell, Ryan Heshka, Richard Sala, Peter Bagge, Ragnar, Jim Woodring, Molly Crabapple, and Tony Millionaire.

Happy Birthday Lewis Carroll

Alice's Adventure's in Wonderland Illustration Original Art Signed by Willy Pogany

Today marks the birthday of author and mathematician Charles Dodgson (1832-1898), better known by his pen name, Lewis Carroll. His most famous writings are Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and its sequel Through the Looking-Glass. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original illustration of shrinking Alice from the Art Nouveau-inspired 1929 edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by artist Willy Pogany (1882-1955). Hand-Signed by Pogany. Pen and ink on paper. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ernie Kovacs

Ernie Kovacs-Owned Bow Tie, Shirt Collar and Record Collection

Today marks the birthday of TV pioneer Ernie Kovacs (1919 - 1962), the first performer to grasp the medium's possibilities. His uninhibited genius was let loose to experiment on the hilarious Ernie Kovacs Show from the early 1950s until his untimely death in 1962. Collector's Shangri-La has put together our acquisitions from the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate to create the ultimate personal keepsake in a unique limited edition. Each of these Limited Edition Sets contains 20 records from his personal record collection plus one of Mr. Kovacs' worn bow ties and shirt collars. Kovacs' music collection includes music played on the show (as in the comedian's classic "The Tilted Table") as well as various classical music recordings, polka albums, musical cast albums, and what would now be considered "exotica" or "lounge" music. Limited edition of only 10 sets! We include a numbered certificate with each set. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Sam Cooke

William Morris Agency Contract Signed by Sam Cooke

Today marks the birthday of popular rhythm-and-blues and soul artist Sam Cooke (1931 - 1964) who recorded such hits as "You Send Me", "Cupid", and "Twistin' the Night Away". The 33-year-old singer was shot to death under mysterious circumstances at a Los Angeles hotel on December 11, 1964. Our Collector's Treasure of the day is Cooke's autographed agreement with the William Morris Agency for representation for a 10% commission. Second page lists 21 interests which William Morris will have no interest in including music publishing, ghost writing, Sar Productions, Inc., and use of Cookes name in a beer company. In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to top edge and some scattered creases, including a couple through signature. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, January 31, 1963.   Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party COA.

Happy Birthday David Lynch

Happy birthday to filmmaker and artist David Lynch, best known for his unique and often surrealist films such as Eraserhead (1977), The Elephant Man (1980), as Blue Velvet (1986), as well as the television series Twin Peaks (1990–1991). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a hand-signed First Edition of his visual art career retrospective, David Lynch: Dark Splendor. The book reveals breadth and accomplishment of his work in photography, painting, print-making, and drawing. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day

March: Book One Hand-Signed by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin

March: Book One, part of a graphic novel trilogy, is a vivid first-hand account of Congressman John Lewis' lifelong struggle for civil and human rights. In collaboration with co-writer Andrew Aydin and New York Times best-selling artist Nate Powell, this brand new copy is hand-signed on the title page by Lewis and Aydin. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Katey Sagal

Futurama Print Autographed by Katey Sagal and Billy West

Happy birthday to actress and musician Katey Sagal, best known as the TV sitcom Peggy Bundy on Married... with Children (1987-1997) and as Gemma Teller Morrow on the FX series Sons of Anarchy (2008-2014). Sagal is also known as the voice of Leela on the science fiction cartoon series Futurama (1999-2013). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color glossy print from Futurama that has been hand-signed in person by stars Billy West (Philip Fry, Professor Farnsworth, Doctor Zoidberg, Zapp Brannigan) and Sagal. Crisp clear signatures on a mint print. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Jason Segel

Nightmares! Book Hand-Signed By Jason Segel

Happy birthday to actor and writer Jason Segel, best known for his roles in the television comedies How I Met Your Mother (2005-2014), Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000), and Undeclared (2001-2002) as well as such films as Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), Sex Tape (2014), and The Muppets (2011). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this First Edition copy of the book Nightmares! hand-signed by Jason Segel. With it, Segel teams up with New York Times bestselling author Kirsten Miller for a hilariously frightening middle-grade novel. Brand New hardcover. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday James Earl Jones

James Earl Jones Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to Tony Award, Golden Globe, and Emmy Award-winning actor James Earl Jones, best known for his distinctive bass voice and for his portrayal of characters of substance. Some of his iconic roles include The Great White Hope (1970), the voice of Darth Vader in the Star Wars film series, and Mufasa in Disney's The Lion King (1994). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch black and white photograph hand-signed by Jones. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday John Carpenter

Halloween Limited Edition Poster Autographed by Jamie Lee Curtis, Nick Castle, John Carpenter

Happy birthday to John Carpenter, best known for horror and sci-fi films such as Halloween (1978), Escape from New York (1981), The Fog (1980), The Thing (1982), and They Live (1988). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this limited edition of only 100 Halloween 16 x 24 inch posters that has been personally hand-signed by stars Jamie Lee Curtis (as Laurie Strode) and Nick Castle (as Michael Myers) alongside writer, producer, director and composer John Carpenter. Printed in beautiful, rich color on the finest paper, poster ships affixed with an authentication hologram and includes Certificates of Authenticity featuring photos of Ms. Curtis, Mr. Castle and Mr. Carpenter signing the poster. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy poster. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bill Morrison

Machina Ex Femina Print Hand-Signed by Jane Wiedlin and Bill Morrison

Happy birthday to cartoonist Bill Morrison, best known as the co-founder of Bongo Comics (the publishing home of The Simpsons and Futurama). A few years back Morrison teamed up with Jane Wiedlin (rhythm guitarist and vocalist of the new wave band The Go-Go's) to create the rock and roll fantasy comic Lady Robotika. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this sexy print from the comic entitled "Machina Ex Femina" hand-signed in person by Wiedlin and artist Morrison. 11 x 17 inches on heavy stock paper. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Baywatch Babes

Baywatch Cast Photo Autographed by Gena Lee Nolin, Nicole Eggert, Erika Eleniak, Traci Bingham

Happy birthday to Baywatch babes Traci Bingham and Nicole Eggert!  Both actresses are best known for their roles on the popular television series Baywatch (Eggert as Summer Quinn and Bingham as Jordan Tate). Eggert also played Jamie Powell in the television series Charles in Charge. Our Collectors Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color glossy photograph from Baywatch that has been hand-signed in person by stars Gena Lee Nolin, Nicole Eggert, Erika Eleniak, and Traci Bingham. Very Fine Condition. Provenance Hollywood Show reunion October 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bob Denver

Gilligan's Island Hand-Signed Limited Edition Lithograph

Today marks the birthday of comedic actor Bob Denver (1935 - 2005), best known as Gilligan on the television series Gilligan's Island (1964 - 1967) and the beatnik Maynard G. Krebs on the The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis (1959 -1963). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this color limited edition 11 x 14 inch autographed print of the Gilligan's Island cast. Signed by Bob Denver, Tina Louise as Ginger, Dawn Wells as Mary Ann, and Russell Johnson as The Professor (1924 - 2014) In very fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley Carded Hair Display Limited Edition

Today marks the birthday of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley (1935 - 1977). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this single strand of the singer's hair that is captured on an encased card in a limited edition of 5000. In Mint condition, Graded 10 by Global Authentication, and authenticated by University Archives, the hair sample is secured in the lower right corner. Originally acquired by Elvis Presley's personal stylist for over 20 years. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Shangri-La by Laura and Mike Allred

Comic creators Laura and Mike Allred (Madman and X-Statix) imagine their Collector’s Shangri-La!

See a few of our other favorite artists’ visions here!

Happy Birthday John Singleton

Boyz n the Hood One-Sheet Poster Signed by John Singleton, Ice Cube, Angela Bassett

Happy birthday to filmmaker John Singleton, best known for directing Boyz n the Hood (1991), Poetic Justice (1993), and Higher Learning (1995). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Boyz n the Hood one-sheet movie poster that has been hand-signed in person by director John Singleton alongside stars Ice Cube and Angela Bassett. The film was nominated for both Best Director and Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards making Singleton the first African American - and the youngest person ever - to be nominated for Best Director. 27 x 41 inches. Fine condition. Provenance American Cinematheque. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Marilyn Manson

Marilyn Manson Hand-Signed Photo

Happy birthday to rock musician and songwriter Marilyn Manson, best known for his albums Antichrist Superstar (1996) and Mechanical Animals (1998). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is  this 8 x10 inch black and white glossy photo hand-signed by Manson. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Michael Stipe

R.E.M. Letter to Jay Morgenstern Hand-Signed by Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, Bill Berry and manager

Happy birthday to musician Michael Stipe, best known as the lead singer of the alternative rock band R.E.M. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this typed letter on R.E.M./Athens, Ltd. letterhead, Sept. 17, 1991 to Warner-Chappell Music Vice President / Genral Manager Jay Morgenstern hand-signed by singer Michael Stipe, guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, and drummer Bill Berry, as well as by counselor Bertis E. Downs and manager W. Jefferson Holt. Letter from the band thanks Jay for contributing to a fundraiser for Senator Wyche Fowler of Georgia, whom they supported. 8.5 x 11 inches. Fine condition. Authenticity is guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday J. R. R. Tolkien

The Fellowship of the Ring hand-signed by director Peter Jackson, screenwriters, and star Sean Astin

Today marks the birthday of Professor J.R.R. Tolkien, the father of modern fantasy, and author of The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is part one of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Fellowship of the Ring, hand-signed by the director Peter Jackson, the screenwriters Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens, and actor Sean Astin. Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.