Huck Gee has raised the bar once again with the reveal of his latest 8″ Dunny custom, the Not So Glorious Soaring Hatchet Munk. Coming decked out with Gee’s trademark better-than-production quality Japanese garb, bronze-infused stainless steel hatchets, and laser etched box, the custom Dunny has been limited to an edition of 10. Each figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Not So Glorious Soaring Hatchet Munk 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Super Fattie’ 6″ Fatcap from Queen Andrea x Kidrobot…
Dropping alongside Frank Kozik’s ‘Bondage’ Labbit this month comes the arrival of Kidrobot‘s latest 6″ Fatcap, the ‘Super Fattie’ from New York based artist, Queen Andrea. It’s been nearly 3 years since we last saw the super-sized Fatcap platform in action (Toofly’s 2009 addition was the last, I think?!), so it was a great surpriseContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Super Fattie’ 6″ Fatcap from Queen Andrea x Kidrobot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Bondage’ 10″ Smorkin Labbit from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot…
The first Friday of the month can mean only one thing- Kidrobot release announcements! March sees two awesome toys dropping at your local Kidrobot retailer, the first coming in the form of Frank Kozik’s newly revised 10″ Bondage Smorkin’ Labbit. Sporting a new glossy finish, the Bondage Labbit comes replete with a PVC/metal colar andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Bondage’ 10″ Smorkin Labbit from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// RJ-K5 Astrofresh Basketball Droyds from JK5 x Kidrobot…
New York artist JK5 (of Flowbot fame) has just revealed his latest collaboration with Kidrobot, the Astrofresh Basketball Droyds. Combining two of the artist’s greatest passions, a certain George Lucas film and basketball, the 8.5″ figures have rather interestingly been crafted in resin- could this be marking a change for the almost exclusively vinyl Kidrobot?!Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// RJ-K5 Astrofresh Basketball Droyds from JK5 x Kidrobot…”
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-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 8″ Supermagical Dunny from 64colors…
Revealed last week, Supermagical is the latest 8″ Dunny to come from enchanting duo, 64colors– and boy is she a beaut! Similar in style to 2011’s Nature Spirits 3″ Dunny, Supermagical comes with a uniquely sculpted head with branched ear, intricate matte painted details, and captivating watchful eyes. Slated for release on February 23rd, Supermagical willContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The 8″ Supermagical Dunny from 64colors…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Asia MiniGod Buddha White/Pearl Kidrobot Exclusive Edition by Marka27…
Kidrobot LA let the cat out of the bag through their twitter feed yesterday, revealing pics of the latest Kidrobot exclusive, the white/pearl Asia MiniGod Buddha from Marka27. Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, the 6″ mini-MiniGod features a functioning speaker that works with ipods, ipads, mp3 players and any audio device with a headphone jack.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Asia MiniGod Buddha White/Pearl Kidrobot Exclusive Edition by Marka27…”
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// The Ivory Warrior Skullendario Azteca 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee x The Beast Brothers…
Two of the scene’s biggest heavyweights, the mighty Beast Brothers and Huck Gee, have finally revealed their long awaited collaboration, the 8″ Ivory Warrior Skullendario Azteca custom Dunny series. Hand sculpt and painted by the artists themselves, the ultimate Shogun/Aztec mash-ups come signed and numbered, adorned with red Swarovski crystals, a custom flag, and aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Ivory Warrior Skullendario Azteca 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee x The Beast Brothers…”
MAN-E-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 “MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom round-up…”
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// 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// Sket-One Fatcap Series 3 artist proofs available…
One of the highlights of the recently released Fatcap Series 3, Sket-One’s ‘Cover The Cap’ Dunnys are now available to purchase as artist proofs exclusively through his store. Priced at $120, each set includes the original yellow/purple design, the case exclusive black/gold colourway, plus Sket stickers, all packaged in a lovingly crafted paint pot styleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Sket-One Fatcap Series 3 artist proofs available…”
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…”
Fatcap series 3 launch at Kidrobot LDN…
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…”
Tiger and Cow ‘stache Labbit plushes from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot…
Set to drop February 9th at all Kidrobot retailers, the Tiger and Cow ‘stache Labbit plushes are the latest additions to Frank Kozik’s massive line. Both Tiger and Cow editions come in 7″ and 14″ sizes, retailing at $17.95 and $39.95 respectively. Tiger ‘stache Labbit- Cuddly and dangerous, the Tiger Labbit (aka Labittus Tigrus Rotundii) is the ferociouslyContinue reading “Tiger and Cow ‘stache Labbit plushes from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot…”
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…”
Codename Babushka: Russian Doll Art @ Kidrobot LDN
In a collaboration with art/design site Flatties, Kidrobot London opened it’s doors to the first “Codename:Babushska” custom art exhibition last Thursday (December 1st). Russian dolls were the platform of choice for the show, with 15 UK artists including Matt “Lunartik” Jones, A Little Stranger, RunDMB and Triclops Studio each customising 5 of the various sizedContinue reading “Codename Babushka: Russian Doll Art @ Kidrobot LDN”
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