On a recent trip into London, we took some time out to go and visit the prestigious Mini Tea Tour 2011, currently on show at Covent Garden’s Forbidden Planet comic store. Hosted by one of the UK’s leading illustrators/toy designers Matt “Lunartik” JOnes, the exhibit (which was previously covered in the Tru:Teknology Files way backContinue reading “EYE WITNESS: Lunartik’s Mini Tea Tour @Forbidden Planet”
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The Tru:Teknology Files are back!
After a relaxing 2 week break, we’re finally back on board here at the Tru:Teknology Files. As ever, we’ll be bringing you the latest news across the whole creative spectrum, including features on the best artists, exhibitions, music, architecture, toys and technology the design industry has to offer. E-mail us directly at trutek.uk@googlemail.com with anyContinue reading “The Tru:Teknology Files are back!”
Blockbusterz Group Art Show @Artoyz
In a collaboration with GeekArt.net, renowned Parisian gallery and art toy shop, Artoyz, has launched it’s 2nd summer collective exhibition, entitled Blockbusterz. Calling on the talents of 40 internationally known artists including Ammo, Bonface, Kozet, Tim Tsui and Plastic Soldier, each was asked to create a piece based on a blockbuster film from the pastContinue reading “Blockbusterz Group Art Show @Artoyz”
Spoonfull of Star Wars: Artwork Reveal
As mentioned here at the Tru:Teknology Files earlier this month, infamous psychedelic artist Bwana Spoons has collaborated with DKE Toys to create a series of over 100 paintings based on the original vintage Kenner Star Wars figurines. The exhibition was held at DKE’s booth at the San Diego Comic Con last week, with pictures finallyContinue reading “Spoonfull of Star Wars: Artwork Reveal”
tokidoki x K11 International Collaborative Art Project
As part of K11’s annual Food Art Festival, the prestigious Hong Kong based super-mall has collaborated with Tokidoki on a series of projects that will run until the end of September. Known for their extensive work with the likes of designer Karl Largerfield, Le Sport Sac and Levi’s, Tokidoki have created two 5 meter tallContinue reading “tokidoki x K11 International Collaborative Art Project”
Back to the Future: Contemporary-Retro Gaming
Retro gaming has seen a huge resurgence in recent years through the accessibility of download services such as Xbox Live, Steam, Wii Channel and the App store, but even with the extensive collection of titles available, the true ‘arcade feel’ has been hard to recreate without sacrificing the money and space needed for a full-blownContinue reading “Back to the Future: Contemporary-Retro Gaming”
MAD Magazine’s Spy vs. Spy Custom Toy Show
For the 50th Anniversary of their legendary feature, Spy vs. Spy, MAD Magazine have collaborated with several top artists including Sket-One, Jason Freeny, Jon Burgerman, Brian Flynn and Bubi Au Yeung to produce custom artworks based on the series’ iconic spy figure. Featuring at the DC Comics booth at the San Diego Comic-Con this week, MADContinue reading “MAD Magazine’s Spy vs. Spy Custom Toy Show”
The Tales of Bucket Town: New Works by Harley & Boss
Harley and Boss, the collaborative design company from illustrator and designer Andrea Kang and artist Nathan Jurevicius, are preparing for their first solo exhibition at the Rotofugi Gallery, entitled Tales of Bucket Town. Famed for their various solo work, including Jurevicius’s popular Scarygirl project (currently optioned by 2004 Oscar winning producer Sophie Byrne for aContinue reading “The Tales of Bucket Town: New Works by Harley & Boss”
Oddworx: The Art of Alex Solis
Recently garnering a huge amount of attention through t-shirt design site Threadless, Milwaukee based illustrator and designer, Alex Solis, has built up a steady following through his beautiful, intricate, and often hilarious artworks. Featuring familiar characters from the last 30 years of popular culture, Solis blends reality with the absurd; an over weight Mario, aContinue reading “Oddworx: The Art of Alex Solis”
Squid Kid Ink’s 10-DOH! So Analog 8-Bit Bunch
In a collaboration with art toy manufacturer Squid Kids Ink, Nate Mitchell is preparing for the launch of his latest line, the So Analog 8-Bit Bunch, set to drop at this years San Diego Comic-Con. Inspired by Nintendo’s 8-bit NES cartridge, the 7″ figures come in 7 grey designs, featuring retro game covers from artistsContinue reading “Squid Kid Ink’s 10-DOH! So Analog 8-Bit Bunch”
Sofubi Godafathers @Toy Art Gallery: Artwork Reveal
Opening last Friday (July 8th) at Los Angeles’ Toy Art Gallery, the Sofubi Godfathers exhibition celebrates the weird and wonderful world of Japanese Kaiju by taking a look at the latest works of four of the industry’s finest artists; Paul Kaiju, Mark Nagata, Blobpus, LASH, and Bob Conge/Plaseebo. The grotesque creations are now available toContinue reading “Sofubi Godafathers @Toy Art Gallery: Artwork Reveal”
James Jarvis x Coke: Celebrating 125 Years
In a collaboration with artist and illustrator James Jarvis, Coca Cola is celebrating it’s 125th anniversary with a limited run of can illustrations across Japan. Featuring six designs based on Jarvis’ iconic Yod character, each plays on the various ad campaigns the company has used over the years. Exclusive Japanese clothing company ‘Clot’ has releasedContinue reading “James Jarvis x Coke: Celebrating 125 Years”
Crazy 4 Cult 5 @Gallery 1988: Artwork Reveal
As mentioned earlier this month, Gallery 1988 are holding their 5th Crazy 4 Cult exhibition throughout July, with all of the artwork now available to view and purchase through the gallery’s web page. Featuring a huge selection of painters, illustrators and designers including Justin White (above) and Scribe, each has re-interpreted their favourite cult moviesContinue reading “Crazy 4 Cult 5 @Gallery 1988: Artwork Reveal”
Transformers Vault: More Than Meets The Eyes
Coinciding with the release of summer blockbuster Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon, Hasbro have collaborated with writer Pablo Hidalgo to produce a definitive collection of art from the cult 80’s kids T.V show. Featuring early animation sketches, interviews with creators, wooden sculptures for the original toys, patents, prototypes, action-figure designs that never made it toContinue reading “Transformers Vault: More Than Meets The Eyes”
Szoki’s Art Deco Inspired Movie Posters
Hungarian illustrator Szoki has just released images of his latest work, a 1950’s pin-up inspired take on Lord of the Rings. Gaining recognition for his beautiful art deco posters, Szoki has reinterpreted the likes of Star Wars and Hell Boy, whilst exploring cult horror through his series of posters entitled ‘Boogey Men’. For more informationContinue reading “Szoki’s Art Deco Inspired Movie Posters”
LFOP’s ‘Revenge’ Exhibition Reveal
Covered by the Tru:Teknology Files at the beginning of last month, The Little Friends of Printmaking’s latest show, entitled ‘Revenge’, is now available to view and purchase online. Running alongside the previously mentioned ‘Pro/Confetti’ exhibition by Aesthetic Apparatus at the Rotofugi gallery and shop, Chicargo, Revenge will be showing until July 31st. To view/buy anyContinue reading “LFOP’s ‘Revenge’ Exhibition Reveal”
Pro/Confetti: New Works by Aesthetic Apparatus
Opening last Friday (July 1st) at the prestigious Rotofugi gallery and shop, Pro/Confetti features the latest works by talented duo, Aesthetic Apparatus. Based in Wisconsin, Dan Ibarra and Michael Byzewski have gained huge recognition in the art world, with their unique blend of printmaking and contemporary design featuring in the pages of Communication Arts, Creative Review,Continue reading “Pro/Confetti: New Works by Aesthetic Apparatus”
Crazy 4 Cult 5 @Gallery 1988
Now in it’s fifth year, Gallery 1988’s prestigious ‘Crazy 4 Cult ‘exhibition is due to open this Friday (July 8th). Featuring a top selection of 100 painters and illustrators including Martin Hsu, Aya Kakeda, Julian Callos and Eric Tan, the show features interpretations of the artists favourite cult movies. The exhibition is set to runContinue reading “Crazy 4 Cult 5 @Gallery 1988”
Kathie Olivas’ Sweet & Sorrow
In a collaboration with the Stranger Factory, famed international fine artist and toy designer, Kathie Olivas, is putting the final touches to her latest solo exhibition entitled Sweet & Sorrow. Featuring a host of paintings and custom toy works, Olivas’ signature style, inspired by early American portraiture, shines through in the familiar twisted blend ofContinue reading “Kathie Olivas’ Sweet & Sorrow”
Bwana Spoon’s A Spoonful of Star Wars™
Created for the upcoming Comic-con in Dan Diego, Spoonful of Star Wars™ features interpretations of each of the original vintage Kenner Star Wars™ toys from 1977-1985 by legendary artist Bwana Spoons. The 100 paintings consist of portraits of the characters in Spoon’s unique style; Bright colors, rainbows, humor and fart jokes come through in whatContinue reading “Bwana Spoon’s A Spoonful of Star Wars™”
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