The Art of Toys: A Left Coast Retrospective of Designer Toys!

The Museum of Art and History (MOAH) in Lancaster, California proudly presents The Art of Toys: A Left Coast Retrospective of Designer Toys, an exhibition curated by Julie B. from Pretty in Plastic and Heidi Johnson of Hijinx Artist Management & PR. Focused on art toys, this retrospective will feature the top artists and brands who have come to define this art movement over the past twenty years, though the concentration will be on West Coast artists, stores, and manufacturers.

Opening to the public on Saturday, July 18, 2015 from 11AM to 6PM, this exhibition will include works by over 80 artists, stores, and manufacturers, including Gary Baseman, Luke Chueh, Tristan Eaton, Ron English, Frank Kozik, Joe Ledbetter, Buff Monster, Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters, Mark Ryden, and Greg (CRAOLA) Simkins. In addition to the sculptural toys on display, this exhibition will also feature murals by artists David P. Flores, Hueman (Allison Torneros), and Angry Woebots (Aaron “Woes” Martin), with a special installation by Kozyndan, and other events, such as panel discussions, workshops, and a film screening.