This website is about any and everything that sparks the creative genius in all of us. By profession I am a Graphic Designer, and enjoy all aspects of design. From traditional to urban from resin to vinyl, these are all great mediums and deserve to be explored. On top of that everything from music to movies from guns to graffiti.
The Bic Plastic booth at ToyFair seems to be a hot spot and Tristan Eaton seems to be the center of attention for this post. "Dinki" a character dreamed up a long time ago, which used to have the alias "Runts" is now reborn thanks to Bic as a whole line of products... and by a whole line i mean a WHOLE line :-) You name it, it looks like Dinki will be on it, from clocks, walpaper, designer toys, kitchen nicknacks... honestly everything, and this little monkey figure does not seem to be the shy type, planting his face where ever he wants to! Obviously this has a mass market appeal... so don't go an get your panties in a bunch if you see these in retail stores.
Bic Plastics showed off their brand new collaboration with Kidrobot at their booth at Toy Fair. Queen Andrea, an artist who did the design for a bright, and colorful Dunny from series 2, and she is now working her mojo on this new "Starman" figure which will be released in April 2010. He is made out of vinyl and stands 5" tall. No word on pricing yet, but we will keep you updated! One thing that is interesting is the collab between Bic and Kidrobot... is this going to be an ongoing trend, I guess we will just have to wait and see!?!?
This new teaser image from Erick Scarecrow posted up on Japaneese toy blog Tomenouke is very intriguing... I really love the detail of the pattern texture, the wind up aspect... and what is the at the top of the frame, a hat, hair, ears?!?! Time will tell, and all we can do now is wonder!
3A and Ashley Wood announced the final sets for the WWRp (world war robot portable) sale on bambaland.com on Thurs. at 5PM pacific time. the sets are as follows:
Squibbles Ink + Rotofugi production are proud to present "Shriner" by Josh (Shag) Agle. He's a mobile machine, ready to enjoy a beverage anywhere and everywhere. The new Shriner "Gallery Prototype Edition" figure will first be available at the opening of "Red Star, Black Eye," February 19, 7-10PM at the Rotofugi Gallery. Josh will be signing in the gallery from 7pm until 8pm. Thanks! More details about the exhibit and opening here. If any pieces are available after the opening you'll be able to purchase from Rotofugi's online store beginning at 2PM Central Time on Saturday, February 20. Thanks!
The Shriner Gallery Prototype edition is 6.25" tall and 7.25" long, and is limited to 100 pieces with a price of $75. This first release will be followed with a "Standard Edition" release and at least three other variations to be released at special events throughout the year.
Opening Reception, Signing & Toy Release Friday, February 19, 7-10PM Signing 7pm-8pm in the Gallery Toy Release at the Store 7pm
Rotofugi Gallery 1955 W Chicago Ave., Chicago Music by DJ Sean Doe
Jasin Dollin of Lil'G vinyl boombox fame was contacted for an amazing opportunity by Candice & Alison, Candice & Alison were commissioned by MINI to design and produce the Canadian launch of the MINI Beachcomber concept car at the 2010 Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS). The theme concept was a 1950's Beach Tailgate Party which included Pin up style models with era inspired costumes. Adding to the beach party theme, Candice & Alison approached Jasin to have Lil'G accompany the models showcasing the display area. Jasin said that "Everything went amazing, the MINI Beachcomber - concept car was very well received. The models (Jon, Vlada and Caitlyn) were all decked out in their beach wear and looked the part of 50s beach babes and dude. With Lil'G at their side as they showed off the new car from MINI."
Getting ready for the event took a lot of work. The Lil'G prototype wasn't fully ready for the event, so Jasin had to have new parts rapid prototyped for the back section. Creating the slot for the MP3 players to be inserted into. Industrial Designer Jason Nip (DesigNet) was a large part of getting Lil'G up to speed, together they brought Lil'G to what it would be on store shelves. MINI/Candice & Alison requested that it be a full working model as it would look at retail... and boy they pulled it off!!!
Sket-One has teamed up with Formula Werks to bring you "Murked". This is Sket's legendary Murk character and now you can bring him to life with this awesome Build Your Own version in Tee's and Hoodies. Definitely keep this guy on your side: angry eyes, teeth, drool, stitches and all. Includes a matching Sket-One signature on the lower back corner and a Workshop text logo on the left sleeve. Build your own in thousands of possible colourways...
Giant Robot is pleased to host a rare U.S. appearance by Tosa Novmichi at GR2. Tosa is half of the legendary Japan-based Maywa Denki music and art duo that creates its own ingenious and otherworldly instruments. In addition to touring and playing sold-out rock concerts around the world with their pneumatic, electronic, automated, and conceptual music devices, they create some of the world's most interesting and interactive toys.
Following the footsteps of the popular Knockman family (centered on the eponymous, wind-up figure that knocks its own head like a drum) comes the Otamatone. The piece looks like a musical note and plays like a Theremin. Fans of electronic music, cool toys, and otaku culture from Japan will not want to miss Tosa's personal demonstration of the toy. The performance and signing will take place on Saturday, February 20 from 5:00 - 7:00.
GR2 2062 Sawtelle Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90025 gr2.net
In a career spanning 27 years, RISK has impacted the evolution of graffiti as an art form in Los Angeles and worldwide. RISK gained major notoriety for his unique style and pushed the limits of graffiti further than any writer in L.A. had before: He was one of the first writers in Southern California to paint freight trains, and he pioneered writing on “heavens,” or freeway overpasses. At the peak of his career he took graffiti from the streets and into the gallery with the launch of the Third Rail series of art shows, and later parlayed the name into the first authentic line of graffiti-inspired clothing.
Before he’d ever heard of graffiti, RISK was unconsciously writing it. As a kid, he filled sketchbook after sketchbook with images, not just of people and things but of letters too. He even had spray paint in his hand before ever applying it to a wall, using it to paint BMX bikes. “Even back then I think I was addicted to spray paint,” he recalls. “I just loved painting with it.”
Visit RISK’s limited-edition print series just released at www.riskrock.com. Each screen print is signed and numbered by the artist. RISK’s newly relaunched website www.riskrock.com was produced by Roger Gastman at R. Rock Enterprises.
These awesome custom 7" Ganmetal Celsius vinyl's created by Jan Calleja were inspired by the sleek designs of formula 1 racers. Formula Gan F-00 is the first of Jan Calleja's Formula Gan series. Featured in the Ganmetall Custom Show, and placed 2nd in the (show's) contest. It's currently exhibited at the Vinylonvinyl urban art gallery in the Philippines. These are some seriously dope pieces of work, and those guys down in the Philippines sure know their way around customizing vinyl... look forward to more works from Jan in the future!
Whether you've customized toys before, or you're new to the game, Delicious Drips will be happy to help you get started. If you already have a toy to work on, they you to come hang out and perhaps help other aspiring artists. If you don't have a toy, for just $10 you get to pick a DIY toy of your choice between any of the Mini Munnyworld figures, DIY Skully, or Toy2r BabyQees. They will also supply you with paints, sculpting mediums and all the tools you'll need to make your project rock out.
The workshop will be held at Indie Industries, 218 Columbus Ave., San Francisco. Sunday, February 28th 2pm-6pm
How to apply waterslide decals Decals are a great way to add graphics to your work. In this tutorial, Lily Black shows us how to apply modeling grade decals so you can get some precision artwork. If you have your own inkjet printer, you can even make your own waterslide decals by getting paper at www.decalpaper.com
Owl's and astronauts... it doesn't get any weirder than that TeeFury is an awesome website that sells T-shirts for $9 a pop...the only catch is that it is only on sale for 24hours and then the next T-shirt is posted up! I have seen awesome shirts by some amazing artists on here and the total purchase price is $11. So that is $9 for the Tee and $2 for the shipping...that is an awesome deal that can't be beat! I will try and post the shirts up daily, or you can go visit the site yourself!
Money does go back to the artist and after today, this t-shirt will be Gone FOREVER! Today artist earns $1 for every tee sold. So make sure you get over there if yer diggin the design!
Michael Grey aka Nebulon5 just completed an awesome new custom Koibito he is calling "KOIBITO5" (since it's the 5th he's done and it kinda matches his name). Mike does an amazing job blending colors and all of his customs are a testament to this... not to mention all of the paints used on this were all hand-mixed, custom colors that include Blues, Purples, Greens and Silver... awesome! If interested you can pick up this fantastic custom HERE, get going!
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