Legendary neo-kaiju artist Bob Conge aka Plaseebo has joined forces with Monster Love for the latest iteration of the popular ‘Legend of Plaseebo’ Mummy. Taking inspiration from the Mexican company’s Bacteria vinyl toy, ‘Infected Mummy’ sits at 6″ tall, is cast in GID vinyl, and comes with motion activated LEDs in the head. Priced atContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Bacteria Infects the Plaseebo Mummy from Bob Conge x Monster Love…”
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MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Skin Deep creator, Scott Wilkowski…
(photo taken from Scott’s personal artist proofs) Gaining notoriety for his breathtaking clear skeletal style of (official!) bootlegging, Scott Wilkowski‘s career in art toys has lead numerous successful projects, including the hand sculpt and casted Green Death robot, the Bud and Yoka custom series, Lulubell’s Creature Feature, and most recently, the Skin Deep show. DebutingContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Skin Deep creator, Scott Wilkowski…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom toys of Adam Pratt…
Art toy creator/customiser and close friend of MAN-E-TOYS, Adam Pratt, has been hard at work on countless projects since we last delved into his work, and with a major announcement coming soon (more exclusively at MAN-E-TOYS on Monday!), we thought it was about time to get a recap on some of his latest work… WeContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom toys of Adam Pratt…”
MAN-E-UPDATE// Michael Skattum’s Human Slayer resin toy from Papagrim…
Featured in our toy round-up last week, new images of the upcoming Human Slayer resin figure from Papagrim Toys have surfaced. Based on the 9-Eyed Human Slayer (pictured below) created by illustrator Michael Skattum, the 5″ clear green figure was sculpted and casted by Steve Patt of Papagrim. Now in the final stages of production,Continue reading “MAN-E-UPDATE// Michael Skattum’s Human Slayer resin toy from Papagrim…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Robobees Series 3 from Lunabee x Cris Rose…
Announced by Lunabee yesterday comes the third series of her collaboration with Cris Rose, the Robobees. Hand cast by Rose and painted by Lunabee, the Sprog-like bees are set to drop on the Lunabee shop sometime next week. Featuring six one-off designs, the 3″ resin figures should retail on the Lunabee store for around $80Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Robobees Series 3 from Lunabee x Cris Rose…”
MAN-E-TOYS// Autumn Zukie World from Alison Perez…
Alison Perez brings the world of Zukie to life once more, with her latest mini series, the Autumn Zukie’s. Limited to an edition of 4 (egg shell yellow, orange, yellow, pastel green), each hand sculpted Zookie comes with it’s own 3″x3″x3″ autumnal diorama, safely enclosed in a clear acrylic display box. Priced at $60 eachContinue reading “MAN-E-TOYS// Autumn Zukie World from Alison Perez…”
MAN-E-NEWS// 1/12 Action Portable Popbots from ThreeA Toys…
Announced through this week’s 3AVOX, the 1/12th scale Action Portable Popbots have finally seen resident sale through Bambaland. As from today (February 3rd), four single carded edition’s and the exclusive 3AA 4Way box set are available to purchase for $55 and $180 respectively (prices include shipping). Featuring all new box and card art, each Popbot also comesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// 1/12 Action Portable Popbots from ThreeA Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Dominant Species Part4: ‘Unknown’ from Hoakser…
Hot off the heels of last weeks reveal of Polkadot, Hoakser brings the latest addition to the Dominant Species in the form of ‘Unknown”. Differing from his pant wearing sidekicks, the 16cm tall custom wrestling figure has been spared his dignity, sporting a sweet t-shirt and shorts combo instead. Burned, brushed and sprayed to perfection,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Dominant Species Part4: ‘Unknown’ from Hoakser…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom round-up…
Whilst we endeavour to cover all of the latest production and self-made projects the art toy movement has to offer, one of the most important aspects of the scene is often neglected- custom toys. In our new weekly feature, we’ll be rounding up the best custom pieces the scene has to offer, including further linksContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom round-up…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Chester Runcorn final wax prototype from Doktor A x Kuso Vinyl…
Originally announced at last year’s Designer Con, Doktor A’s steam punk infused tripedal robot, Chester Runcorn, will soon be upon us. Revealed in its final wax state before production, the 5″ tall figure from Kuso Vinyl is set to come in an initial 2 colourways (original and gold), with an undisclosed price tag. Head overContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Chester Runcorn final wax prototype from Doktor A x Kuso Vinyl…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Uamou joins the Maqet artist roster…
Revolutionary ‘made-to-order’ toy manufacturer Maqet have just revealed the latest artist to join their extensive roster, in the form of Ayako Takagi of Uamou fame. Her iconic horned devil, the Uamou, is set to get the plastin treatment (a ceramic like Eco friendly material), with the first edition standing at around 4″ tall. No newsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Uamou joins the Maqet artist roster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Teddy Troop keyrings from MUFFINMAN x Flying Fortress…
Posted a couple of weeks back, Flying Fortress‘ latest Teddy Troop incarnation finally saw the light of day this week. Coming in the form of a hand cast and painted key ring (solving the ‘how’s he going to stand up?’ debate!) from MUFFINMAN over at Fakehouse, the toy was limited to a batch of 30Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Teddy Troop keyrings from MUFFINMAN x Flying Fortress…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Grody Shogun & Velocitron present Karoushi @TAG…
Opening at the Toy Art Gallery tomorrow (Friday, February 3rd), Karoushi is the latest collaborative art show from sofubi/kaiju supremos, Grody Shogun and Velocitron. Promising a whole host of insane custom artwork, collaborations and mash-ups, both Ricky and Luke will be on hand at the opening reception for a live chat and custom painting viaContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Grody Shogun & Velocitron present Karoushi @TAG…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Toynami x UNKL Spongebob Squarepants Unipo series…
Clocked over at Spankey Stokes this morning comes some interesting news regarding the Spongebob x Toynami x UNKL collaboration that was revealed at SDCC a while back. Featuring the cast of Spongebob re-imagined in Unipo form, the series of five figures, including Squidward, Patrick, and of course Spongebob, have finally been given the go aheadContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toynami x UNKL Spongebob Squarepants Unipo series…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Jon Paul Kaiser…
Regarded as one of the art toy scene’s most talented artists, Jon Paul Kaiser’s distinct black and white aesthetic has lead to huge success in both the custom and production toy communities. With a constant flow of jaw-dropping custom pieces, an extensive collection of Toy2R production figures, and the recently released Fatcap Series 3 Spaceman,Continue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Jon Paul Kaiser…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Megaman ‘Gutsman’ Galaxxor custom from Ben Spencer…
Created for OhNo!Doom’s forthcoming videogame tribute show, Super Button Mashers, Megaman character ‘Gutsman’ has been given the Monster Hunter Robo treatment from Galaxxor creator, Ben Spencer. No news yet as to wether this stunning piece will be available to purchase, but we’ll keep you informed of any developments in the coming weeks… I was recentlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Megaman ‘Gutsman’ Galaxxor custom from Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Ruckus ‘Edition B’ & Clear Vision Mk1 from Cris Rose…
Showing no signs of letting up this year, Cris Rose presents yet another release for 2012 in the form of Ruckus ‘Edition B’. Hand cast and painted by Cris himself, the latest 5″ Ruckus variant comes signed and numbered, sporting a beautiful pink/purple fade (with a reversed chase), and 3 interchangeable heads. Limited to anContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ruckus ‘Edition B’ & Clear Vision Mk1 from Cris Rose…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Love Pump custom Dunnys from Motorbot…
Looking for something special for the toy collector in your life this Valentines day? Then head over to the Deadbear Studios store, because the Love Pump Dunny is making a return! Hand cast and painted by Motorbot, the 3″ Dunny custom comes in the original two colourways (black/red) as well as a new addition, clearContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Love Pump custom Dunnys from Motorbot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Sket-One Fatcap Series 3 artist proofs available…
One of the highlights of the recently released Fatcap Series 3, Sket-One’s ‘Cover The Cap’ Dunnys are now available to purchase as artist proofs exclusively through his store. Priced at $120, each set includes the original yellow/purple design, the case exclusive black/gold colourway, plus Sket stickers, all packaged in a lovingly crafted paint pot styleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Sket-One Fatcap Series 3 artist proofs available…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Squadt NKD NOZZEL: QPMNT PAC 5 and 6
Set for imminent release, the NKD NOZZEL is the latest addition to join Ferg’s world of Squadt. Standing at around 6″ tall, the vinyl figure comes with 3 sets of eye lenses, the new 2.0 arms (with articulated joints), thermals, tanto knife and trademark removable gasmask. Coming in 2 different flavours, QPMNT PAC 5 and 6, the toy isContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Squadt NKD NOZZEL: QPMNT PAC 5 and 6”
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