In honor of the studio’s 20th anniversary, the multi-title collaboration will feature original art and photography, never-before-seen archival material, and behind-the-scenes secrets across all of the stop-motion studio’s films.
LAIKA and Rizzoli have announced a five-book project collaboration to celebrate LAIKA’s 20th anniversary, which will fall under the Rizzoli Universe imprint.The multi-title deal will feature original art and photography, never-before-seen archival material, and behind-the-scenes secrets across all of the stop motion studio’s films.
The first installment is “LAIKA: The Magic Behind a Stop-Motion Dream Factory,” set to release March 10, 2026.The expansive hardcover illustrates the story behind the studio and the hundreds of artists, craftspeople, and technicians who brought its films to life, and details their creative process.“The Art of Wildwood” (set for release in Fall 2026) will coincide with the release of , and celebrates the studio’s latest film through sketches, concept art, storyboards, and photography.
“The Art of Coraline,” which will release at a later date, will be joined by theCoraline Oracle Deck and Guidebook.” LAIKA’s canon of characters will be featured in a “LAIKA Tarot Deck and Guidebook” in Fall 2027.“LAIKA’s films are beloved around the world, not only for their memorable heroes and singular stories, but also for the artistic excellence that goes into crafting each frame of film,” said David Burke, LAIKA Chief Marketing & Operations Officer.“That’s why there’s no better partner for LAIKA than Rizzoli, renowned for books that transcend the ordinary to become timeless objects of art.
We’re thrilled to collaborate with such an esteemed publisher on this series of beautiful, collectible publications that showcase the artistry behind our films.”
“Rizzoli Universe is excited to celebrate the history of LAIKA and its unique place in the cinema firmament,” said Charles Miers, Publisher, Rizzoli New York.“The studio’s love of craftsmanship and attention to detail will be on full display in these new books and decks, giving fans a chance to interact in a whole new way with the worlds of , , and beyond.”
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