Last night saw the worldwide release of the much anticipated third series of Kidrobot’s Fatcaps. Celebrating the launch, Kidrobot LDN (along with a host of other official Kidrobot retailers across the globe) held a trading party at their central London store, with featured artist Jon Paul Kaiser on hand to kick proceedings off. We headedContinue reading “Fatcap series 3 launch at Kidrobot LDN…”
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Voltaire’s Deadly Bunee Mini Qees from Toy2R…
After much speculation, the latest additions to Voltaire’s extensive range of 5″ Mini Qees have been confirmed as Deady and arch-nemesis Sleetzer in Bunee form. Coming from Toy2R sometime this April, edition size and availability are still to be confirmed, but we’re guessing that regardless of quantity, these, as with all Voltaire/Toy2R releases, will sellContinue reading “Voltaire’s Deadly Bunee Mini Qees from Toy2R…”
New 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 “New Feature// The custom round-up…”
Finger Five finger puppet art toys from Fig-Lab…
Just announced on the twitter feed of Fig-Lab’s head honcho, Datadub, the Finger Five series is the most unique art toy project from the company to date. Featuring five ‘finger puppet’ style figures, the series of 5 1.5″ tall toys have been designed by some of the scene’s biggest characters- Paul Kaiju, Suckadelic, MonstreHero, OnellContinue reading “Finger Five finger puppet art toys from Fig-Lab…”
Exclusive// Interview with toy designer/creator Tesselate…
One of the UK art toy scene’s longest standing contributors, Tesselate’s beautifully minimal approach to design has cemented him as one of the most unique artists in the industry. Originally entering the ring as a customiser almost a decade ago, Tesselate has since gone on to produce several lines of hand made toys including the KeyeyesContinue reading “Exclusive// Interview with toy designer/creator Tesselate…”
Pressbot resin toys from Tesselate…
Continuing his recent onslaught of toy releases, UK based artist Tesselate is proud to present his latest figure set, the Pressbots. Consisting of a pink, yellow, and blue figure, the hand cast and painted Pressbots come with a header card and two hand cut vinyl stickers. Retailing at £9 a set, the limited edition threeContinue reading “Pressbot resin toys from Tesselate…”
Chinese New Year 2012 Android Mini Collectibles from DYZ Plastic…
Back after the success of last year’s God of Wealth Android mini figure, DYZ Plastic has just revealed their latest Chinese New Year edition Androids in the form of Fortune (祿), Blessing (福) and Longevity (壽). Primarily intended for the Asian market, the 3 pack will be available in limited quantities at the following times/places- TheContinue reading “Chinese New Year 2012 Android Mini Collectibles from DYZ Plastic…”
UPDATE// The Glyos “Buildstation” style vinyl Blocks from Onell Design…
Featured here in the Tru:Teknology Files a couple of weeks back, the Glyos Block finally went on sale through Onell Design’s store on Friday (January 20th), selling out within a matter of minutes. In our last post we found it hard to explain the overwhelming potential that these seemingly simple vinyl blocks had for customisation,Continue reading “UPDATE// The Glyos “Buildstation” style vinyl Blocks from Onell Design…”
A week in toys…
Welcome to our third 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…”
FatCap Series 3 Trading Parties & Case Pack Exclusives…
The long awaited Fatcap Series 3 is finally touching down this Thursday (January 26th), and to celebrate Kidrobot will be hosting trading and release parties at their numerous stores and specialty retailers across the globe (6-8pm everywhere). Amongst the crowds of FatCap collectors, many contributing artists will be in attendance at their local Kidrobot trading party,Continue reading “FatCap Series 3 Trading Parties & Case Pack Exclusives…”
Slate Stone Turtum Micci wave 2 resin figures from Erick Scarecrow…
Recently revealed on Erick Scarecrow’s blog, the Turtum Micci is set to hit in its Slate Stone colourway today (Friday, January 20th) at 11am EST in the ESC shop. Originally available at last year’s New York Comic Con in its Wave 1 incarnation (pictured below), the 3.25″ hand cast and painted resin figure is likely to retailContinue reading “Slate Stone Turtum Micci wave 2 resin figures from Erick Scarecrow…”
Johnny Cupcakes lecture and pop-up shop at Fresh Cafe x Loft in Space…
This Saturday (January 21st), 7pm, sees Johnny Cupcakes touching down in Hawaii for the latest in his lecture series, at the Fresh Cafe x Loft in Space. Alongside the lecture and q&a, Johnny will also be hosting a pop-up shop at the venue featuring his latest vinyl toys and accessories, plus the release of the exclusiveContinue reading “Johnny Cupcakes lecture and pop-up shop at Fresh Cafe x Loft in Space…”
Spanky Stokes’ Exclusive Artist Proof “Hot Pink” OMFG! “Stroll” now available…
Coinciding with the official release of October Toys’ mega-collab project, OMFG series 1, premier toy blogger Spanky Stokes has just revealed the artist proof of his contribution, the “Stroll”. Available to purchase now exclusively through his store, the 2″ PVC figure comes in a unique “Hot Pink” colourway, with a price tag of $5 each, orContinue reading “Spanky Stokes’ Exclusive Artist Proof “Hot Pink” OMFG! “Stroll” now available…”
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