Celebrating two years in the business this week, Matt Walker of Monster Kolor has lined up a number of announcements for the coming month’s festivities, the first two we can reveal today… Released in the store today comes the long awaited arrival of Monster Kolor’s Brushable paint series. Available in Black, White, Red, Blue, Green,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Kolor’s 2nd birthday…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The bronze ‘Jack’ sculpture from Luke Chueh x Fully Visual…
March 7th will see the super-limited release of Luke Chueh‘s latest collaboration with Fully Visual, the bronze “Jack” sculpture. Inspired by Chueh’s “Jacked” painting (pictured) and the mythological “Jackalope”, the sculpture successfully blends the artists character design with the classic taxidermic presentation of the Jackalope, stuffed and mounted on a plaque. Limited to an editionContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The bronze ‘Jack’ sculpture from Luke Chueh x Fully Visual…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The MAN-E-TOYS custom Pembelton Stranglefoot from UME Toys…
As featured here last Thursday, Rich over at UME Toys has decided to shun a general release for his long awaited Pembelton Stranglefoot figure in favour of a much more personal route- offering up one-of-a-kind customs to anyone looking to take the plunge in purchasing the beautiful resin toy. We wasted no time in requestingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MAN-E-TOYS custom Pembelton Stranglefoot from UME Toys…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Now in it’s ninth edition, Ben Spencer’s Galaxxor: Monster Hunter Robo figure has swiftly become one of the most sought after designer toys in the industry. Heavily influenced by the hunched 5.5″ action figures of the 70’s and 80’s, the series has gained a reputation through Ben’s instantly recognisable sculpt, a seemingly endless supply ofContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Uglier Unicorn from Rampage Toys x Splurrt and more…
Joe Merril aka Splurrt is readying his latest collaboration with Rampage Toys, the Uglier Unicorns, set to drop this Sunday (26th February) at 1pm EST, exclusively on the Splurrt Big Cartel. No news yet with regards to edition size (we’re guessing around 10) or pricing, but we can confirm that each Ugly Unicorn custom willContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Uglier Unicorn from Rampage Toys x Splurrt and more…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Pembleton Stranglefoot customs from UME Toys available now…
Rich over at UME Toys has just given us a heads up on the long awaited Pembleton Stranglefoot resin figure. Opting out of a traditional ‘general’ release, one-of-a-kind personalised custom Pembletons are taking their place, available directly from the man himself for just £50 each including shipping! Rich gives us the lowdown… “Pembelton seems toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Pembleton Stranglefoot customs from UME Toys available now…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Derelict Rooz custom from Hoakser…
After such a positive response from his Abandoned Munny a few weeks ago, graffiti artist and toy customiser Hoakser is back with the latest addition to the series, the Derelict Rooz custom. Adorned with a host of Hoakser, KR, and Kidrobot tags, throw-ups, paint splats and rust, the intricately detailed figure once again pays aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Derelict Rooz custom from Hoakser…”
MAN-E-REVEAL// Custom NUKED! mini-figures from Adam Pratt…
Master customiser and close friend of MAN-E-TOYS, Adam Pratt, sent over some pics of his latest project today- a custom painted set of NUKED! mini-figures, privately commissioned by yours truly! Hand sculpt and cast by Steve Patt of Papagrim Toys, the initial set of 3 mini-figures (Clawgrugg, Skekiltor, and Oculus Viri) were released (and quicklyContinue reading “MAN-E-REVEAL// Custom NUKED! mini-figures from Adam Pratt…”
MAN-E-NEWS// (UPDATED) ‘Decommissioned’ custom Sprogs from DrilOne x Cris Rose…
San Francisco’s king of rust, DrilOne, has just revealed details of his latest custom project, an intriguing collaboration with UK artist Cris Rose. Entitled ‘Decommissioned’, the series of various custom ‘Sprog’ robots have been hand cast by Rose and weathered to perfection by DrilOne. No news as to which Sprogs will feature, or their pricing,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// (UPDATED) ‘Decommissioned’ custom Sprogs from DrilOne x Cris Rose…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Cutaway Skeleton’ Raffy custom from Gregory Lee…
Spotted over at Tenacious Toys comes the latest jaw-dropping (WIP) custom from Greg Loves Toast, the Cutaway Raffy. Armed with just Dremel, an Xacto Knife, Sandpaper and a whole lot of love, Cutaway Raffy is the second custom Greg’s created in this unique skeletal style (Cutaway Munny pictured below). Guaranteed to win over many collectors heartsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Cutaway Skeleton’ Raffy custom from Gregory Lee…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Anti-Valentines releases from Grody Shogun x Lulubell Toys…
Sick to death with yesterday’s celebrations? Well sofubi supremo Grody Shogun has the cure! In a collaboration with Lulubell Toys, Grody will be dropping several Anti-Valentines releases throughout today (February 15th), including the long awaited ‘Spilled Paint’ Ensorcelled Man. Featuring a marvellous inside-out paint job (clear vinyl painted on the inside!), the army of zombie monkeyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Anti-Valentines releases from Grody Shogun x Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Custom ‘Cerebragon’ Podaigon from Adam Pratt…
Our good friend Adam Pratt has just revealed his latest toy project, the ‘Cerebragon’ custom Podaigon (originally sculpted by Steven Patt of Papagrim under Halfbad Toyz). Standing at 6″ tall, the 12 ounce hunk of resin comes replete with a Jumping Brain infused cranium, extra sculpted detail, and, as always, an expertly finished custom paintContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom ‘Cerebragon’ Podaigon from Adam Pratt…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Jelly Empire Valentines releases from Selena Briggs…
It’s been a while since we’ve seen anything of the Jelly Empire, so it came with great pleasure to find that Selena Briggs has been working on several Valentines inspired Jellybots, all of which will be available to purchase exclusively from her Etsy store later on today. First up come the Love Heart Jellybots. LimitedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Jelly Empire Valentines releases from Selena Briggs…”
MAN-E-NEWS// (Updated) Wet Suit Maria from ESC Toy x Monster Kolor…
Erick Scarecrow and Monster Kolor‘s Matt Walker have announced a new collaboration in the form of Wet-Suit Maria. Limited to just 7 pieces, the vibrantly coloured figures have been hand sprayed by Matt in some of Monster Kolors’ most popular shades. No news as of yet regarding release date and pricing (although the flyer seemsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// (Updated) Wet Suit Maria from ESC Toy x Monster Kolor…”
MAN-E-REVEAL// Scott Wilkowski’s custom OSM figures for Toypocalypse 2…
With the Four Horsemen‘s Toypocalypse 2: Futureretro exhibition (featured here and here) opening later tonight at NYC’s TT Underground Gallery (February 10th, 7pm), we thought we’d give you a quick run down of the various OSM customs that Scott Wilkowski will be presenting at the show. Featuring a mixture of Green Death and ‘Infcected’ styleContinue reading “MAN-E-REVEAL// Scott Wilkowski’s custom OSM figures for Toypocalypse 2…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Robobees Series 3 from Lunabee x Cris Rose dropping tonight…
Previewed back at the beginning of the week, Lunabee has finally revealed the 5 adorable creatures that will be making up the latest series of Robobees. Hand sculpt and cast in resin by Cris Rose, the ‘Sprog’ based customs are to go on sale exclusively in the Lunabee store at 8pm (GMT) tonight. Entitled theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Robobees Series 3 from Lunabee x Cris Rose dropping tonight…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ 5″ Foomi custom from Jon Paul Kaiser…
Continuing the jolly theme of last weeks smiling ‘Budha’ Munny, Jon Paul Kaiser is proud to reveal his third oriental inspired custom of late, the Totoro 5″ Foomi. Based on the much loved Studio Ghibli character, the unorthodox choice of platform had really pulled off, giving the round raccoon-like face and ears of Totoro’s ‘O’Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ 5″ Foomi custom from Jon Paul Kaiser…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Custom Monsters from Cometdebris x Grody Shogun…
Tokyo based artist Koji Harmon aka Cometdebris has just revealed his latest custom project, featuring blind-bagged Monsters from Grody Shogun. Hand sprayed and brushed by the artist, the collection of weird and wonderful sofubi will be available to purchase from the Cometdebris’ store soon. Be sure to follow his twitter feed for updates on availability andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom Monsters from Cometdebris x Grody Shogun…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Bitsumo Lunar New Year Edition from Dai Tran…
Dai Tran over at Rawrs has just revealed the latest addition to the highly popular Bitsmo line, the Lunar New Year edition. Coming in a deep red resin with grey hand-tied mawashi, the 4.5″ tall hand cast figure features 7 points of articulation. Available to pre-order exclusively through the Rawrs store, Bitsmo has been pricedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bitsumo Lunar New Year Edition from Dai Tran…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Glitter Waniphants from Rampage Toys x Hints and Spices…
Jon over at Rampage Toys shows no signs of letting up with the amazing Friday drops we’ve seen recently, so it came with no surprise to see the reveal of his Glitter Waniphants yesterday. Limited to an edition of 5, the clear glitter vinyl sofubi was created by Shane Haddy of Hints and Spices, andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Glitter Waniphants from Rampage Toys x Hints and Spices…”
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