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…”
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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// 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// 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”
MAN-E-NEWS// The new CLOT ‘Silk’ Mickey Mouse from Disney x Mindstyle…
To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Mindstyle have just released their latest collaboration with Disney and CLOT, the 7″ ‘Silk’ Mickey Mouse. Available to purchase directly from the Mindstyle store, the vinyl figure has been priced at $120 plus shipping. The second of CLOT’s Mickey Mouse toys (3 eyed Mickey dropped last year, below), ‘Silk’Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The new CLOT ‘Silk’ Mickey Mouse from Disney x Mindstyle…”
MAN-E-NEWS// 60th Anniversary toy releases from MAD magazine…
Coinciding with the celebration of Mad Magazine’s 60th Anniversary comes the return of legendary deadly duo, Spy vs Spy. First seen at the Spy vs Spy group custom show last year, the 9″ tall vinyl figures are available to purchase through DC Direct now, priced at $49.95 plus shipping for the pair. The monochromatic mayhemContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// 60th Anniversary toy releases from MAD magazine…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Pocket Baseball Boy from Super7…
Spotted during last weekend’s Mummy Boy Mania show, ‘Pocket Baseball Boy’ is the latest Mummy Boy creation from Super7’s Brian Flynn. Standing at around 3″ tall, the vinyl figure is set to drop soon in un-painted form, with more (as yet unconfirmed) colourways to follow. Check our custom round-up this Thursday for a full revealContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Pocket Baseball Boy from Super7…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Lady Darkness & Kaiju Negora toys from Max Toy Co…
After what has seemed like an age, Max Toy Co are finally releasing Lady Darkness upon the general public. Originally made available to Max Toy Club members, the remaining figures were put online in the Max Toy shop today (Tuesday Jan 31st @ 10 AM WC). With only 6 of the masked edition up forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Lady Darkness & Kaiju Negora toys from Max Toy Co…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Kitsune custom 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee…
The eternally busy Huck Gee has just put the finishing touches to yet another custom project, this time in the form of the 8″ Kitsune Dunny. Limited to a run of ten, each figure has been signed, numbered and comes with all shown accessories. Priced at $750 each, anyone interested should e-mail Huck directly at sales@huckgee.com toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Kitsune custom 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Worship Superfestival 58 releases…
Originally available to purchase exclusively at Superfestival 58, limited quantities of Monster Worship’s ‘Grape Edition’ vinyl figures can now be picked up through their store here. Coming un-painted, the four toys available are as follows- Greasebat 7″- $75 Three points of articulation Cannibal Fuckface 8″- $75 ‘Long live the new flesh’ Four points of articulation,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Worship Superfestival 58 releases…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Love Pink & Spike Mini Qees from Toy2R…
Recently revealed on Toy2R’s Facebook page comes the third addition to the Love Bear Mini Qee series, Love Pink. Releasing in time for Valentines day, the 5″ fluffy vinyl bear is set to retail at $28, with reservations being taken at the Toy2R store now. No news as to edition size, so be sure toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Love Pink & Spike Mini Qees from Toy2R…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// Man-Nie, a MOTU tribute from Peter Kato…
Hot off the heels of the Valentines Tetsujin Turtle release, Peter Kato is gearing up for another couple of releases this February in the form of Man-Nie and Fright Bite ‘Jet Black’. Whilst information is still scarce regarding the latest Fright Bite edition, Peter has confirmed that Man-Nie will be going on sale in his shop shortlyContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// Man-Nie, a MOTU tribute from Peter Kato…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// An interview with Turtle Tetsujin creator Peter Kato…
Fondly remembered as the manager of Toy Tokyo during the art toy boom at the beginning of the 00’s, artist Peter Kato has quickly become recognised as one-to-watch in the contemporary indie toy scene. Developing and releasing several successful self-made toys, collaborating with industry veterans Ayako Takagi ( Uamou ) & Goto-San, plus holding down aContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// An interview with Turtle Tetsujin creator Peter Kato…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rivet Wars Quad Stug from Ted Terranova…
Featured extensively on our old site (interview, feature), the wonderful world of Rivet Wars is finally back- and this time Mr Terranova has made it bigger and better than ever before! Standing at around 5″ x 6″ the Quad Stug Aus F is the largest vehicle in the Rivet Wars universe yet, and after what hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rivet Wars Quad Stug from Ted Terranova…”
MAN-E-NEWS// OMFG! ‘Pretty in Pink’ Artist Proof from Monsterforge…
Next Friday (February 3rd) at 9PM EST sees the launch of the second OMFG! artist proof (Spankey Stokes’ Stroll has come and gone), in the form of Monsterforge’s ‘Pretty in Pink’ Multiskull. The figures will be available to purchase through Monsterforge’s blog here for $3 a piece plus shipping. Buying limit has been capped atContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// OMFG! ‘Pretty in Pink’ Artist Proof from Monsterforge…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Dark Side of the Ugly’ Rainbow GID Ugly Unicorn from Rampage Toys…
The beginning of the week brings yet another awesome toy reveal from Jon over at Rampage Toys, this time in the form of the ‘Dark Side of the Ugly’ rainbow GID edition of the popular Ugly Unicorn toy. Standing at 5″ tall, the soft vinyl figure will be available for open pre-order on the RampageContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Dark Side of the Ugly’ Rainbow GID Ugly Unicorn from Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Four Horsemen’s Toypocalypse 2: Futuretro @TT Underground…
Friday, February 10th sees the legendary Four Horsemen return to New York’s TT Underground gallery for the sequel of their hit 2011 exhibition, Toypocalypse. Featuring an appearance from the original Outer Space Men creator, Mel Birnkrant, the Four Horsemen’s free show will be showcasing their latest work alongside custom OSM toys from the series’ fans.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Four Horsemen’s Toypocalypse 2: Futuretro @TT Underground…”
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