MAN-E-NEWS// The Black Heart of Gold 20″ Dunny from Tara McPherson x Kidrobot…

“Always putting its best foot forward, the Black Heart of Gold Dunny is a misguided soul who seems to get it all wrong, no matter how hard it tries.” Kidrobot are proud to present their latest collaboration with Tara McPherson, the Black Heart of Gold 20″ Dunny. Coming in McPherson’s distinctive pastel blue and pink, the massiveContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Black Heart of Gold 20″ Dunny from Tara McPherson x Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Burger Bunny from JLED x The Loyal Subjects for Kidrobot…

Missed the first edition of the beautiful wooden Burger Bunny? Then you’ll be glad to know that Joe Ledbetter and The Loyal Subjects will be teaming up once again for a very special Kidrobot exclusive edition! Coming in a darker shade of brown, and we assume, with a new selection of removable burger ingredients, the stunning wooden figure will be availableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Burger Bunny from JLED x The Loyal Subjects for Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English’s “American Depression” for Kidrobot Black…

It’s been a long time since the release of Tara McPherson’s Lilitu figure, so it came with great pleasure to find out that Kidrobot Black‘s latest release, Ron English‘s “American Depression” will be dropping at the end of the month! Fitting the more-art-than-toy brief of Kidrobot‘s super sleek subsidiary, the piece has been adapted fromContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English’s “American Depression” for Kidrobot Black…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “JINX” custom Munny from David Kraig…

Designer and customiser David Kraig kindly shares with us his entry for the Kidrobot NY store contest, “JINX” the custom 7″ Munny. With a face inspired by the Hannya mask, this devilish character has been beautifully sculpt with polymer clay and painted using a mixture of washes and acrylics. We absolutely love the creepy vibe goingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “JINX” custom Munny from David Kraig…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Totem 6″ FatcCap from Kronk x Kidrobot…

“OMFG! Totem loves the modern world. With an over-inflated sense of awesomeness and a love for dicey online casino games and XXX reading material, this FatCap consumes technology like bandwidth grows on trees. Ancient Totem, meet 21st Century sin.” Swiftly following Queen Andrea, South African artist Kronk steps up as the next artist to graceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Totem 6″ FatcCap from Kronk x Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// JC Rivera’s customs for the Most Wanted: Behind The Hype show…

The ever busy JC Rivera (yes, this is the third post he’s featured in this week!) is proud to reveal his entry for 1AM‘s Most Wanted show, not one, but five amazing customs! Featuring a seven eared 8″ and 3″ Dunny, a horned 7″ and 5″ Munny, and a 3″ Dunny, Rivera’s trademark skull motifContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// JC Rivera’s customs for the Most Wanted: Behind The Hype show…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Smorkin’ Labbit Clear Pink and Blue Editions from Kozik x Kidrobot…

“See the light where the sun don’t shine! Introducing 10-inches of absurdly luminous vinyl, complete with solid matte cigarette and butthole. So radiant and soft, Labbit looks angelic – even when smorkin’.” The Labbit train shows no sign of slowing this year as Frank Kozik and Kidrobot reveal yet another stunning edition, the 10″ Clear Smorkin’ Labbit. ShiningContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Smorkin’ Labbit Clear Pink and Blue Editions from Kozik x Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Krink NYC vs. Monster Kolor Paint Battle at Kidrobot NY…

Next month sees Kidrobot NYC play host to the first ever Krink NYC vs. Monster Kolor Paint Battle! With Auks One and Mr Munk fighting in the Krink corner, Matt Walker’s calling on the talents of Lamour Supreme and the Sucklord to throw down some paint for the MK team. Featuring a plethora of liveContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Krink NYC vs. Monster Kolor Paint Battle at Kidrobot NY…”

MAN-E-NEWS// A slew of new projects from Miss Zukie…

We were beginning to worry that Alison Perez aka Miss Zukie was showing signs of slowing down (ok, it’s only been a week since our last Zukie post!), so it came with great pleasure yesterday to find not one, but three new custom projects and a contest announcement in our inbox yesterday! First up weContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// A slew of new projects from Miss Zukie…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Atorpa 8″ Dunny from Jason Limon…

The exquisite painting and sculpt style of the revered Jason Limon will finally be adorning a production toy, with the post-apocalyptic Atorpa 8″ Dunny receiving an official announcement yesterday. As with the recently released Supernatural from 64colors, Kidrobot are really stepping up a gear, with Atorpa featuring the beautiful curves, unique sculpt style and meticulousContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Atorpa 8″ Dunny from Jason Limon…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Lovebirds from Kronk x Kidrobot…

Originally given to guests at his wedding last year, South African artist Kronk is proud to reveal that the Lovebirds will soon be available to the general public in 4 alluring new colourways- Teal, Black, Purple and Orange! Packaged individually in an Kronk-designed box, each 4″ tall figure stands on its tail with its feet in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lovebirds from Kronk x Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Royal Guard Skullendario Azteca from The Beast Brothers x Huck Gee…

Hot off the heals of last month’s ‘Ivory Warrior’ Skullendario 8″ custom Dunny series, The Beast Brothers and Huck Gee are back again with their latest instalment, the Royal Guard. Coming in a beautiful golden colour scheme, the Royal Guard has several noticeable differences from it’s forbearer, including the lack a protruding tongue, purple embeddedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Royal Guard Skullendario Azteca from The Beast Brothers x Huck Gee…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Clunk’ robo Foomi custom from Rich UME…

Previewed here last week, Richard Page of UME Toys is proud to reveal his latest custom creation, the staggering robo Foomi ‘Clunk’! Featuring a mixture of original sculpting, kit-bashing and a meticulously weathered paint job, the Gundam inspired piece is currently available to purchase directly from Rich at umetoys@googlemail.com. No news yet with regards to pricing,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Clunk’ robo Foomi custom from Rich UME…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The 3″ Arlequine Dunny from Koralie…

Kidrobot have just revealed their latest 3″ Dunny release, the enchanting Arlequine from Koralie. Replete with balloon, fabric collar and sculpted bow accessories, the mysterious harlequin clown debuts April 12th exclusively at Kidrobot retailers. Limited to 1,500 pieces worldwide, Arlequine can be yours for just $14.95… “Star of the show, the happy acrobat performs forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The 3″ Arlequine Dunny from Koralie…”

MAN-E-NEWS// WIP Robo FOOMI custom from Rich UME…

We don’t usually feature work in progress shots of custom work here at MAN-E-TOYS, but when we saw the recent pics posted by UME Toys, we simply couldn’t resist! Choosing to work with the FOOMI platform, Rich over at UME has gone to town with this Gundam/robo inspired figure, featuring a meticulously kit-bashed/modelled mask, exhaust,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// WIP Robo FOOMI custom from Rich UME…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The DMSDOOM custom Dunny from DMS…

DMS is proud to present his latest hand-crafted limited edition Dunny custom, DMSDOOM. Taking inspiration from hip-hop legend MF Doom, the part vinyl Dunny, part hand-cast resin figure features the iconic mask of Daniel Dumile’s comic alter ego finished in DMS’ trademark weathered and rusted paint style. Limited to just 15 pieces, DMSDOOM will be availableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The DMSDOOM custom Dunny from DMS…”

MAN-E-NEWS// A trio of new customs from Hoakser…

Revealing a shed-load of newly procured vinyl (toys!) through his Twitter feed at the weekend, the ever busy Hoakser has wasted no time in getting to work on them, with the first 3 customs already available for consumption on the Hoakser eBay store here… Acquiring several of the long since discontinued Hoodiez figures (designed by creatorContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// A trio of new customs from Hoakser…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Custom glass Dunny Bottles from Henry Puxley…

Up and coming Irish glass artist, Henry Puxley, is proud to present his first foray in to the world of art toys with his latest creation, the custom Dunny Bottle. Originally featuring at the West End House Gallery, Kent, the beautiful 10cm x 5 cm pieces come with a detachable clear cast Dunny stopper, with bottles availableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom glass Dunny Bottles from Henry Puxley…”

MAN-E-NEWS// ‘I Love Dunny 1.0’ custom Dunny’s from Freak Store…

Freak Store is proud to reveal the re-make of  3 stunning customs from the “I Love Dunny 1.0” blind-boxed series. Featuring Gabriel Carpio’s tribal Kabuki Dunny, Burundanga Design’s cutesy Eso Dunny, and “I Love Munny 3.0” winner Charles Rodriguez’ Rock Hand (a huge favourite of ours!), the faithfully re-created customs have been limited to justContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘I Love Dunny 1.0’ custom Dunny’s from Freak Store…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The new 7″ Munny World and 20″ Mega Munnys from Kidrobot…

Kidrobot has just revealed their latest series that will please the custom community the world over, the 7″ Munny World series! Munny, Raffy, Foomi and Trikky will all be available in their much requested new size from April 12th at your local Kidrobot retailer. Coming packaged in a closed box with one mystery accessory, practice sticker,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The new 7″ Munny World and 20″ Mega Munnys from Kidrobot…”