“Meanwhile… on the war-torn planet Snort57z the WAR PUGS with their bowls empty, no water or treats in sight they head out cute and cuddly to destroy the universe looking to fulfill they needs! So look out for the WAR PUG!” We’ve been meaning to feature artist Eric Villanueva of 1Shot Toys for quite some time now,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘War Pugs’ custom Armorvor heads from 1Shot Toys…”
Category Archives: casting/molding
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Vandalface’ resin figure teaser from Hoakser…
Uk based graffiti-cum-toy artist Hoakser teases us with an image of his upcoming resin release, the Vandalface mini figure… Based on an original sketch by the artist, the little guy is due to be making his debut at Killer Bootlegs’ Toys Are Us show in strictly limited quantities, with a variety of different colourways (plusContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Vandalface’ resin figure teaser from Hoakser…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon exclusive B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s from Triclops Studios…
The Triclops boys are proud to announce that their latest batch of B.A.S.T.A.R.D custom bootleg mini figures will be primed and ready to drop exclusively at ToyCon next month! Consisting of a whopping 12 different designs kit-bashed and resculpted from a diverse collection of 80’s and 90’s mini figures, the guys have stated that theseContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon exclusive B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s from Triclops Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Big Metal Fan’ resin figure from Hungry Imp…
Travis McIntosh aka Hungry Imp kindly shares details of his latest resin figure, The Big Metal Fan… Envisioned as a “sort of dimension hopper searching for the ultimate metal show”, the great little figure was originally sculpted on top of a Playmobil figure and then recast by Travis in a clear resin. Hand painted inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Big Metal Fan’ resin figure from Hungry Imp…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The debut resin figure from Mike Die…
Heralded art toy customiser Mike Die has finally turned a hand to resin with the reveal of his first original toy! Originally based on the body of a Dunny, the custom piece soon took on a life of it’s own, with just the small feet stumps remaining from the original design. Sculpted in Die’s meticulousContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The debut resin figure from Mike Die…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Dubose Art’s Driggs “The Hunter” custom bootleg for the Toys Are Us group show…
Taking a shockingly good stab at his first ever custom bootleg action figure, Jonathan of Dubose Art proudly reveals Driggs “The Hunter”… Created for Killer Bootlegs‘ upcoming “Toy Are Us” group art show at the Rockford Art Deli, the stunning figure has been kit-bashed from a variety of early 90’s ToyBiz X Men figures and anContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Dubose Art’s Driggs “The Hunter” custom bootleg for the Toys Are Us group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Nuclearman custom bootleg mini figure from Bigmantoys…
Originally previewed here a couple of weeks back, our good friend Lee over at Bigmantoys has just put the finishing touches to his latest custom bootleg release, the rather aptly titled Nuclearman… Influenced by late 90s FPS characters (a certain Duke instantly springs to mind!) and the Kinnikuman tradition of parodying various other movies and comics,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Nuclearman custom bootleg mini figure from Bigmantoys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Infection” Galaxxor from Galaxxor x The Godbeast x Onell Design…
With C2E2 just around the corner, Marty “Godbeast” Hansen reveals the first of many exclusive collaborations he’s been feverishly working away on for the event, as he proudly presents the “Infection” Galaxxor… Featuring the same incredible Glyos-style head sculpt from Onell Design‘s Matt Doughty that featured in last year’s exclusive, the stunning 5.5″ neo-vintage actionContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Infection” Galaxxor from Galaxxor x The Godbeast x Onell Design…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Exciting World of Jalldoon” resin series from Rampageo Industries…
DoonKick‘s Jesse Chagnon has taken the leap into the world of resin art multiples as he proudly presents his debut line under the newly formed Rampageo Industries, The Exciting World of Jalldoon! Featuring a absolutely incredible selection of neo-vintage style designer action figures and companion minis based on the fictional planet’s native ‘Slime’ species, we’veContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Exciting World of Jalldoon” resin series from Rampageo Industries…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mutant Dungeon Bastard custom keshi bootleg from Nama Niku…
Previewed here at the beginning of last month, Tyler over at Nama Niku is pleased to reveal that the awesome Mutant Dungeon Bastard custom keshi is finally heading into production! With casting duties handed over to the more than capable hands of Eric Nilla, the first batch have already been cast up (sadly, sans decapitatedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mutant Dungeon Bastard custom keshi bootleg from Nama Niku…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New resin figures from HXstudio…
Garnering a huge amount of attention through his stunning D.O.G resin last year, Barcelona based artist HXstudio has finally returned with 2 all-new resin figures… Sculpt in a similar style to the artist’s recent entry into Menace Inc Studio’s 7 Seals series (check it out here), the pair, a male and a female character, appear hereContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New resin figures from HXstudio…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The March ‘Universe of Violence’ release from IroNilla…
Ironmask and Eric Nilla aka IroNilla come with the third monthly instalment of ‘Universe of Violence’, with the mini figure series’ first standard size release, ‘Arn Hellstorm’… Sculpted in Ironmask’s unmistakable chunky style, the awesome M.U.S.C.L.E inspired viking wrestler (original sculpt pictured) is currently be cast up by Eric in a flexible keshi-style rubber. DueContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The March ‘Universe of Violence’ release from IroNilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mini Pharoah Hound prototype from Argonaut Resins…
Eric Nocella kindly shares images of the latest figure to join the Argonaut Resins family, the Mini Pharaoh Hound! Joining the recently re-sculpted full-size Pharaoh, the 5″ tall piece (pictured here as a final wax sculpt) will soon be making the perfect companion piece to the Mini Tuttz in many a toy collection, with aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mini Pharoah Hound prototype from Argonaut Resins…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Monster Kolor mascot resin figure from UME Toys x DuBose Art…
In celebration of their all-new look, Monster Kolor have teamed up with UME Toys and DuBose Art for the release of their very own mascot in resin! Sculpted by our good friend Richard Page over at UME Toys and prototyped/produced by Jonathan DuBose, the articulated figure stands at around 4″ tall, coming complete with removableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Monster Kolor mascot resin figure from UME Toys x DuBose Art…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon exclusive Giant Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities x Creo Designs…
Taking the leap into resin casting last year, Taylored Curiosities‘ Penny Taylor has built up a huge following through her adorable micro-sized figures, so with ToyCon UK just around the corner the artist has decided to take the little guys one step further… a she proudly introduces the Giant Monster Embryos! Essentially the exact sameContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon exclusive Giant Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities x Creo Designs…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Megara turtle kaiju from Butcher Brand…
Prolific resin artist Butch Adams of Butcher Brand has just revealed details of his first ever vinyl figure, the mighty Megara turtle kaiju! Standing at around 3.5″ tall, the soft vinyl cast figure has just been put up for pre-order on the Butcher Brand store in both black and GID unpainted colourways for a walletContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Megara turtle kaiju from Butcher Brand…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The B.U.F.F mWo ‘Miami Ice’ 2-pack from Muscle Things…
Bridging the gap whilst we rather impatiently wait for the release of the Nitro Balls (get the full lowdown here), Alec over at Muscle Things is proud to present the first ever B.U.F.F 2-pack… the ‘Miami Ice’ Gator and Big Head Suguru! Cast in a beautiful ‘ice’ green using Alec’s crystal clear ‘black magic’ rubber, the customContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The B.U.F.F mWo ‘Miami Ice’ 2-pack from Muscle Things…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Muscle Things’ B.U.F.F 5-pack trash can out now…
After a slight delay due to the upcoming Nitro Balls release (head over here for the full lowdown), Alec over at Muscle Things is proud to announce that the B.U.F.F 5-pack trash can has finally been restocked in the MT store! Limited to just 2 sets this time around, the shrink wrapped cans feature aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Muscle Things’ B.U.F.F 5-pack trash can out now…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Winter White Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities…
It’s been a little while since their last appearance, but Taylored Curiosities‘ Monster Embryos are back, and this time around coming in a beautiful ‘Winter’ White! The fifth colourway in the hugely popular micro figure series, the 1″ tall piece has been cast in resin by TC’s Penny Taylor, coming complete with hand sculpt andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Winter White Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities…”
MAN-E-NEWS// WIP Mutant Dungeon Bastard keshi custom from Nama Niku…
Continuing his onslaught of jaw-dropping kaiju inspired keshi customs, Tyler over at Nama Niku is proud to present his latest work-in-progress, the fearsome Mutant Dingeon Bastard… Arch nemesis of Manzilla and H.U.S.T.L.E‘s Mekamess, the figure has been kit-bashed using Godzilla’s King Ghidora and various kinkeshi, coming complete with trident arm and hanging decapitated monkey head!Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// WIP Mutant Dungeon Bastard keshi custom from Nama Niku…”
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