It’s been a while since we last featured the amazing talent of Plastic Playhouse here at Man-E-Toys, so without further ado we bring you his latest custom series, the “Eagles of the Elements” Laser Beasts! Created as a commission for a private collector, PP was tasked with painting the classic 80’s minifigures in the differentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Eagles of the Elements” Lazer Beast customs from Plastic Playhouse…”
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MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The “Bootlegs of the Universe” Kickstarter campaign revealed…
As promised in our post on Wednesday, we can now exclusively reveal details of the very first “Bootlegs of the Universe” project! Currently in the early stages of planning, BOTU founders John Santagada (formerly of DC Direct and Mezco) and Hex Evo (KO-Messiah) are set to release a large, high quality hardcover coffee table photo artContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The “Bootlegs of the Universe” Kickstarter campaign revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The NIBBLERS Custom Project from The Tarantulas…
After months of delays and set backs, The Tarantulas’ long awaited NIBBLERS Custom Project will finally be upon us! Featuring 10 one-off custom NIBBLER sofubis from some of the Japanese vinyl scene’s finest including Real x Head, Uamou, BLObPUS, Frenzy Bros, Paul Kaiju, NERD ONE, Atom A and Skull Toys, the Fig-Lab produced figures willContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The NIBBLERS Custom Project from The Tarantulas…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Bootlegs of the Universe…
“If you are a fan of Masters of the Universe, bootleg toys or just plain weird stuff then the “Bootlegs of the Universe” Facebook page is just for YOU!” In lieu of a HUGE exclusive project reveal coming this Friday, we thought we’d take the chance to introduce you guys to the awesome new communityContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Bootlegs of the Universe…”
MAN-E-NEWS// “The Return of the Zombie Art Project” by Mikie Graham…
In the wake of last year’s massive series of over 60 customised Playmobil figures (check them out on our old blog here), Mikie Graham is back once again with the return of the Zombie Art Project! Comprising of over 30 zombified Playmobil scenes including a fun assortment of affordable single zombies, some more intricate midsize playsets,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “The Return of the Zombie Art Project” by Mikie Graham…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s from Triclops Studios…
The guys over at Triclops Studio have been hard at work with their latest wave of B.A.S.T.A.R.D projects, the first coming in the form of a whole new “Mega” design! Although not officially confirmed, it’s pretty easy for any B.A.S.T.A.R.D fan to work out who’s next to get the super-sized treatment- the snotty nosed, Boglin inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s from Triclops Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Stompin’ Ground 1/6 scale customs from Daniel Yu…
The 2nd of 3 pieces we’ll be featuring from Singapore based artist Daniel Yu this week, the Stompin’ Ground custom set were created for a recent retrospective show for the local hardcore band of the same name. Breathtakingly realised in 1/6 scale, the fully articulated figures have been sculpted using Epoxy, each featuring an extensiveContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Stompin’ Ground 1/6 scale customs from Daniel Yu…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The HP Lovecraft custom Playmobil from Danial Yu…
The first of 3 custom pieces from Singapore based artist Daniel Yu that we’ll be featuring this week, H.P. Lovecraft is a fitting homage to one of the artist’s most inspirational authors. Once again created from just a lowly Playmobil figure and Epoxy, the beautifully sculpted piece is set off by some wonderful additions- namelyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The HP Lovecraft custom Playmobil from Danial Yu…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Plaseebo Ice Scream Man customs for Día Del Helado Muerto…
Following his monumental “Great White” release featured here last week, Bob Conge aka Plaseebokindly shares details of his trifecta of customs for the upcoming Ice Scream Man Custom show (Día Del Helado Muerto)… Created as 2 companion pieces, “Ice Cream” and “I Scream” feature the standard vinyl ISM meticulously painted in a mixture of spraysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Plaseebo Ice Scream Man customs for Día Del Helado Muerto…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The M.U.S.C.L.Es of the Universe from Wolf Voigt x Eric Nilla…
Previewed a couple of weeks back, Wolf “SolarColorDust” Voigt and Eric Nilla‘s M.U.S.C.L.Es of the Universe remakes are finally available to purchase! Featuring Wolf’s original He-Man and Skelitor customs that were originally created last year in a limited resin run, the shrunken headed enemies are now also joined by the mighty Beastman! Available in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The M.U.S.C.L.Es of the Universe from Wolf Voigt x Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Lulubell Toys Designer Con exclusives…
After a monumental turnout at NYCC last month we kind of guessed the guys at Lulubell Toys would be taking things easy for this year’s Designer Con… but judging by the previews that hit our inbox this morning, they’re coming bigger and better than ever! Featuring the best of kaiju and sofubi from Arizona toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lulubell Toys Designer Con exclusives…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mana Studios DCon exclusive Groper from Triplikid…
Following a hugely successful reception at NYCC last month, Triplikid has enlisted the talents of Mana Studios for the latest painted run of debut resin, the Groper… this time in a rather awesome orange/purple/yellow Designer Con exclusive colourway! Limited to just 10 pieces, the massively detailed, multi-part figure will be making an appearance at boothContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mana Studios DCon exclusive Groper from Triplikid…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Smoke Break DCon 2012 exclusive from Manny X…
Manny X kindly shares details of his latest resin/vinyl custom mash-up, the Smoke Break DCon exclusives… Featuring the body of Muttpop’s Gobi with Manny’s signature resin Rat Skull as a head, the stunning little figures have been given a sleek black and gold paint scheme with black cigarette accessory. Limited to just 3 pieces, SmokeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Smoke Break DCon 2012 exclusive from Manny X…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon “War Tourist” custom competition from runDMB x Planet Domu x JPK…
In celebration of the launch of their new site, the organisers of ToyCon have joined forces with 3 of the UK’s hottest talent, runDMB, Planet Domu and Jon Paul Kaiser for a custom competition of epic proportions… Say hello to War Tourist! Originally designed by and produced by runDMB and Planet Domu, the once resin castContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon “War Tourist” custom competition from runDMB x Planet Domu x JPK…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Great White Gunkanjima kaiju from Plaseebo…
Following the work in progress shots we posted a couple of months back, Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares details of his latest Gunkanjima one-off kaiju, the draw dropping White Shark. As mentioned before, this has got to be one of our favourite designs from the artist yet, with the shark head proving a perfectContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Great White Gunkanjima kaiju from Plaseebo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rivet Wars deluxe custom “The Boxer” toy and print from Small Angry Monster…
As promised upon his return to the art toy scene last month, Adam Pratt aka Small Angry Monster has been working alongside Rivet Wars‘ Ted Terranova for some very special upcoming releases… the first coming in the form of the stunning “Boxer” deluxe custom! Using the 50mm Allied soldier as his platform of choice, AdamContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rivet Wars deluxe custom “The Boxer” toy and print from Small Angry Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The We Become Monsters Halloween releases…
It’s been a little quiet over at We Become Monsters for a while, but with Halloween approaching tonight and the WBM containment fields falling (!), Chris Moore has no choice but to release a slew of new creatures upon the unsuspecting art toy community! Featuring a quite simply staggering array of customs, all-new resins, plusContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The We Become Monsters Halloween releases…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Día Del Helado Muerto: Ice Scream Man Custom Show at the Clutter Gallery Space…
As if winning the “Best Self Produced Toy” award at the recent DTAs wasn’t enough, Ryan Rutherford of Brutherford Industries has teamed up with Clutter to present the very first Ice Scream Man custom show, Día Del Helado Muerto! To be held at the new Beacon, NY Clutter Gallery Space, the exhibition is set to feature customsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Día Del Helado Muerto: Ice Scream Man Custom Show at the Clutter Gallery Space…”
MAN-E-NEWS// “…Of All Ages II” from Scott Wilkowski x DKE Toys…
Following the exclusive “Flatwoods Revisited” release at Giant Robot’s Biennale 3 last month, Scott Wilkowski teams up with DKE Toys once again for the latest batch of infected resins, “…Of All Ages II”. Featuring the long awaited arrival of Ron English’s Mousemask Murphey in Scott’s unmistakable skeletal style, the figure has been cast in bothContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “…Of All Ages II” from Scott Wilkowski x DKE Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s Eyezon Tank for the 5th Anniversary Eyezon show…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares details of his piece for the upcoming 5th Anniversary Eyezon show at Double Punch, the jaw-dropping Eyezon Tank! Once again infusing both resin and vinyl mediums, the awesome piece features the beloved Eyezon sat inside Plaseebo’s hand-cast tank design, coming complete with cut out glass eyes and a colour changingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s Eyezon Tank for the 5th Anniversary Eyezon show…”
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