Hot off of the back of his first toy release of 2012 (the latest batch of Keyeyes Yo, pictured below), UK based artist Tesselate has just revealed some work-in-progress shots of his latest resin creation, entitled Keyth. Expanding on his signature keyboard theme, Tesselate is currently in the process of refining the sculpt, so information onContinue reading “UPDATED// W.I.P Keyth resin toy from Tesselate…”
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Starburst Clan Zou-chan toy reveal from Rampage Toys…
Revealed this morning on Jon Malmstedt’s twitter feed, Starburst Clan Zou-chan is the latest toy collaboration with Kikkake to drop from Rampage Toys. Pricing and edition size on the multi-hued animals (is that a bear chase?) are still to be confirmed, but release has been set for this Friday (January 20th) at Rampage’s store. Check out theContinue reading “Starburst Clan Zou-chan toy reveal from Rampage Toys…”
A week in toys…
Welcome to our second weekly round-up of the art toy scene! In our endeavour to search for exclusive content for the site, we regrettably miss a lot of the art toy industry’s biggest stories throughout the week. To combat this, we’ve decided to create a new weekly feature that helps sum up some of the mostContinue reading “A week in toys…”
Shaun of the Dead Lego concept by Yatkuu on Cuusoo…
If we hole up, I wanna be somewhere familiar, I wanna know where the exits are, and I wanna be allowed to smoke! -Shaun Whilst sifting through the many brilliant Lego concepts on Cuusoo, we stumbled upon the latest project by Yatkuu- a startlingly accurate diorama of the Winchester pub from Shaun of the Dead!Continue reading “Shaun of the Dead Lego concept by Yatkuu on Cuusoo…”
New Glyos “Buildstation” style vinyl Blocks from Onell Design…
Widely recognised as the most versatile platform for art toy customisation, the extensive Glyos universe from Onell Designs is gearing up for its latest addition, the “Buildstation” inspired vinyl Block. Seemingly mundane to anyone outside the custom scene, the Block has been created for a wide variety of applications, including set/prop creation, character modification, andContinue reading “New Glyos “Buildstation” style vinyl Blocks from Onell Design…”
January toy releases from Paul Kaiju announced…
Featured in our toy round-up last week, Paul Kaiju’s “Red Eye” Boss Carrion finally touches down this Saturday (January 14th, undisclosed time) alongside a swathe of other new releases. The long awaited Poison Touch and Seagool “Swamp Gas” variant complete the line up of production toys this month, whilst five one-of-a-kind custom painted Boss CarrionsContinue reading “January toy releases from Paul Kaiju announced…”
Clear 481 “Anomaly” 6-packs and more from NiStuff…
A close relative of the extensive Glyos System, the 481 Universe from NiStuff is set to receive a new addition this Saturday (January 14th 5pm EST) in the form of the much requested Clear “Anomaly” six pack. Available for $15 per pack, the figures will drop alongside all new companion 2-packs featuring one Glyos custom and aContinue reading “Clear 481 “Anomaly” 6-packs and more from NiStuff…”
The “Ice Scream Man” by Brutherford Industries…
Ryan over at Brutherford Industries has been gearing up for the release of the company’s first art toy, the Ice Scream Man. The self-designed and manufactured ice cream skull will initially come in four different colourways; Strawberry, Mint and Chocolate, limited to 125 pieces and retailing for around $75, with the open edition Vanilla set forContinue reading “The “Ice Scream Man” by Brutherford Industries…”
January releases and new teaser from Super7…
The usually barron January is set to be a costly month for Super7 collectors this year, with not one, but five new releases over the coming weeks. Out today (January 12th) at Noon PST, the first to figures come in the form of “Early Morning” Garuru (Itokin Park) and “Sunburnt Yellow” Prick (Brian Flynn), bothContinue reading “January releases and new teaser from Super7…”
New Keyeyes YO! resin figures from Tesselate…
One of the UK’s longest serving art toy designers, the ever busy Tesselate, is set to drop the latest additions in the long running Keyeyes YO! figures on his store tomorrow (Friday January 13th), at 7pm UK GMT. Standing at around 2.5″, the 14 individually coloured, hand made resin figures have been priced at a very reasonableContinue reading “New Keyeyes YO! resin figures from Tesselate…”
The Dominant Species: new customs from Hoakser…
Featured extensively here at the Tru:Teknology Files (including our exclusive interview here), UK graffiti artist Hoakser has been putting the final touches to his latest custom art toy project, The Dominant Species. Standing at 16cm tall, the pair of customised wrestling figures have been burnt, re-sculpted, and sprayed to perfection, featuring Hoakser’s now infamous fatContinue reading “The Dominant Species: new customs from Hoakser…”
Custom resin Valentines Turtle Tetsujins from Peter Kato…
Recently revealed on toy designer/creator Peter Kato’s site, his trademark Turtle Tetsujins have been given a romantic make over just in time for Valentines day. Cast in see-through wine-red resin, the turtle’s familiar alien baby has been replaced with a customisable love heart chest- with the choice of either a letter from A~Z, a number fromContinue reading “Custom resin Valentines Turtle Tetsujins from Peter Kato…”
NUKED!: new resin mini-figures from Papa Grim Toys…
Dropping exclusively at Papa Grim Toys’ store here this Friday (January 13th), Nuked! is the latest resin toy series from ex-Halfbad Toyz sculptor, Steven Patt. Creator of the original 4″ Skekiltor, Patt’s latest 3 piece set features 2″ versions of the right hand man himself, FOEZ leader Imperator Lacertus, and general Clawgrugg, all of whichContinue reading “NUKED!: new resin mini-figures from Papa Grim Toys…”
Chris Rose’s Rotund Mk2 C Edition announced…
Alongside the recent announcement of the Robotone series, Cris Rose has been busy preparing the launch of the latest Rotund Mk2, the C edition, which is set for launch Monday 16th January through Big Cartel here. Each of the 12 robots have been hand cast and painted by Cris, dropping with an estimated price tagContinue reading “Chris Rose’s Rotund Mk2 C Edition announced…”
Dragatomi presents: Dragon Boy, new works from Martin Hsu…
Opening this Saturday (January 14th) at Sacremento’s Dragatomi gallery and shop, Dragon Boy is the latest solo exhibition from artist and toy designer Martin Hsu. Featuring a number of new paintings inspired by Hsu’s latest character creation, the star of the show will inevitably be the unveiling of his latest toy prototype, based on DragonContinue reading “Dragatomi presents: Dragon Boy, new works from Martin Hsu…”
3A Toys’ 3AA 2012 membership goes live January 13th…
Announced this morning, 3A Toys’ annual 3AA membership goes on sale Friday January 13th at 9.00am HK for a strictly limited 24 hours. Available through 3A’s Bambaland store, membership consists of a 15% discount on all 3A products over the next 12 months, an exclusive 3A messenger bag, 3AA baseball cap, membership card, and the exclusive F-Legion AdventureContinue reading “3A Toys’ 3AA 2012 membership goes live January 13th…”
Super7 x Star Wars Boba Fett Super Shogun teaser…
Following the success of their Star Wars Stormtrooper Super Shogun early last year, premier US kaiju house Super7 have recently teased the latest addition to their stellar series,the intergalactic bounty hunter, Boba Fett. Blending the towering Japanese robo aesthetic of Jumbo Machinder (known as Shogun Warriors in the west) with Kenner’s classic Star Wars actionContinue reading “Super7 x Star Wars Boba Fett Super Shogun teaser…”
New Feature// A week in toys…
In our endeavour to search for exclusive content for the site, we regrettably miss a lot of the art toy industry’s biggest stories throughout the week. To combat this, we’ve decided to create a new weekly feature that helps sum up some of the most important developments in the scene. Unfortunately our first post isContinue reading “New Feature// A week in toys…”
Exclusive// Interview with toy creator/customiser Motorbot
Originally cutting his teeth in the art toy scene through his infamous array of custom Munnys and MadLs on the KR forums, the legendary Motorbot has since gone on to become one of the most respected artists in the underground toy movement today. The last few years have seen him develop skills as a toyContinue reading “Exclusive// Interview with toy creator/customiser Motorbot”
Tru:Teknology Files big plans to be announced soon…
We’ve been gearing up for a number of massive changes here at the Tru:Teknology Files, with all to be revealed (including the launch of our exclusive shop!) in the coming weeks. I’m sure a lot of you have noticed a gradual change in focus towards both the art toy scene and pop culture in general,Continue reading “Tru:Teknology Files big plans to be announced soon…”
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