The Singapore Premiere of Handmade Nation @ Screening Room, The Arts House (May 29)

May 29th 2010 will see the Singapore Premiere of Faythe Levine's Handmade Nation: The Rise of DIY, Art, Craft and Design [www] @ Screening Room, The Arts House. Tickets are priced at SGD$8 per person, with 5 screening times scheduled on May 29th. CLICK THRU for more show and availability details.Do note that the film is rated "NC16" [some nudity].I saw (and snapped) this poster up at Basheer's

First Thor Reveal (And My Impressions On The After End-Credit Sequence of Iron Man 2)

The first image of THOR from the live-action comicbook-adaptation feature film (above-right / with Chris Hemsworth as the Asgardian Lord of Thunder) has been released online via Yahoo!Movies, featuring a costume/armor based on the Thor comicbook series written by J. Michael Straczynski (shown above-right is artwork by Olivier Coipel), which frankly (and thankfully) is a "smarter" variation of the

Toy-Teaser: 10 inch Copperhead-18 Trexi by Kenny Wong x Play Imaginative

Spotted at Play Imaginative's storefront in Iluma, Singapore, is the brand new 10 inch tall COPPERHEAD-18 TREXI from Kenny Wong, along with it's tin container! As swell as the tin container is, the main focus is the Trexi form itself, with this incarnation being a full vinyl figure (as opposed to it's earlier ABS-plastic make), as well as the newly developed articulated leg [first blogged about

TRE02: Destroyer @ Ozzo Collection, Singapore

I'm not known to be a toy-customizer (beyond my own personal-passion and humble participation in a small handful of group shows), and I have not had the experience of being in shows for too long a time (to feel jaded or otherwise haha), but there is something about sending off a custom for a show and not expecting to ever see it back, in your hands or otherwise (of course hoping it will get sold

LEMI The Space Wanderer Plush Available via TOYSREVIL Shop

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Dangerous Chicken: How It's Made (Making The Resin Figure Video)

"Dangerous Chicken - How It's Made" is a making-of video , featuring the genesis and development of the comicbook star-fowl "Dangerous Chicken" ~ created by Polish artist Starfil ~ into a three-dimensional resin figure [CLICK THRU to view]. Want to know further details of the resin toy? Well, so do I! So stay tuned as we discover them together!(Cheers for the headsup, Abe!)

Toy-Teaser: Black Dissected Companion BE@RBRICK by KAWS (May 8-release)

...I really don't know what had possessed me to think that the previously released GREY colorway KAWS Dissected Companion BE@RBRICKS would have been the last release ... how could I have totally forgotten about a BLACK colorway? (The one with the multi-colored internal-organs?).As reported by Hypebeast, keep a lookout for the 100% + 400% and 1000% to be released via select OriginalFake outlets

Custom-Release: AppL Custom-MadL by Troy Stith (April 29-drop)

Troy Stith's custom 5" MadL (9" with branches :p) dubbed AppL goes on sale Thursday, April 29th @ 12:00pm (EST) on Gorilla Mouth (which basically is now). This mohawked-foliage creation is priced at US$160 for this 1 of 1 edition custom.

Toy-Teaser: Blister Card Design for WWRp De Plumes by ThreeA Toys

CLICK THRU for a peek at the retro blister-card-styled designs for ThreeA Toys' WWRp 1/12-scaled WWR De Plumes ~ featuring Gebi, Nom and Blanc! (What are not shown here are Noir and DIY, I think?) ~ So in "theory", 1/12th-scale should be half of 1/6th-scale, which might put the De Plume at 6 inches tall, innit? Don't think this handsome action figure with the gas mask is 6 inches tall, is he?[

Event: Beautifully Absurb by Jim Koch x Jeremiah Hammer @ DELI (May 6)

BEAUTIFULLY ABSURD is an art exhibit in Seattle, featuring the paintings, toys and objects from Jim Koch and Jeremiah Hammer ~ scheduled to launch on Thursday May 6th (during the Pioneer Square First Thursday Artwalk) @ DELI. If the artwork seen in the flyers above are an indication of what to expect from the show, then it would be a very "interesting" show to look forward to indeed ... hell, it

Cometdebris Custom Kaijus Sale

COMETDEBRIS-PRESS: Cometdebris will be releasing a few custom figures in the Cometdebris Online Store starting (April 28th). Figures will be added every couple days for the next week or two. Expect to find figures of all shapes and sizes, there's something for everyone. For updates, preview pics, etc. check the Cometdebris Facebook page.

Toy-Release: Miles D. (Victim #3) by Monstrehero (April 30)

MONTREHERO-PRESS: Coming this weekend, everyone's favorite Victim gets into a new predicament: Miles D. (Victim #3), while racing at a track even located a little too close to the nuclear power plant he was an unfortunate victim of a pollution monstre attack. Guess those sludgy bastards are faster than they look. Victim #3 is of course cast with loving tenderness by yours truly at around 7 1/2"

Toy-Teaser: Pecanpals Mono by Noferin (May 5-launch)

Scheduled for a May 5th launch is Noferin's new series of wooden PECAN PALS in Mono [last seen at SDCC'09]. CLICK THRU for preview-peeks at "Chairman" Pecan, Pandacake, Fanelli and Claudius. FYI: The Mono series will be the third Pecanpals-series to be released, after the 2nd "Natural Wood" [Jac Jac reviewed on TOYSREVIL], and first all-colored Pecanpals. And what is also cool, is that the

New Shawnimals Plush: Dark Forest Ninja (May 5-release)

PLUSH-PRESS: Shawnimals set to release the next Ninja of the Month: Dark Forest Ninja!Eek! The Dark Forest Ninja is by far the evilest of the NotM releases, so please psych yourself up before viewing lest you become frozen in fear or wet yourself! Okay, now that we have the disclaimer out of the way...Available Wednesday May 5th at 1pm CDT, the handmade 7" × 7" plush Ninja is priced at US$30 per

Toy-Release: 3xTQ / Tomorrow Queens by ThreeA Toys (April 30)

After all the earlier reveals and info-dribble, here is the "official" info from the ThreeA Toys' enewsletter: Exclusive to Bambaland, TOMORROW QUEEN 3PACK includes: 1xYubi + 1xOdayaka + 1xYumiko. All 1/6th-scale figures are approx 12" tall and are fully articulated. Priced at US$260 (includes shipping worldwide), the 3Pack will ship in August 2010. Exclusive to Bambaland with no retail release.

Whiplash Slash & Burn: Iron Man 2 uses Unity 3D Game Technology

CLICK THRU for info about the new "havoc-wrecking" Race of Champions Whiplash game (www.whiplashslashandburn.com) based on the new "exciting 3D browser Unity platform". Yes, you witness the POV of Whiplash while you crash race-cars ~ *CRACK*"Unity really is a state-of-the-art game engine (the sophistication that can now be achieved has moved casual gaming to another level) which allows you to

Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo Print Coverage by MILK Magazine (29/4-issue)

Hong Kong's MILK Magazine will be publishing a 6-page feature story on Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo (now on at Miramar Shopping Center, HK til May 9th) and most importantly (at least for me) will list the various 1/6th-custom Iron Man with their individual creators! (As tiny as the text maybe tho lol) ~ CLICK THRU for a peep or go direct to the Hot Toys' Facebook. Street-date of the

Custom District 9 Alien Assault Rifle in 1/6 by Uncle Sam

We've seen the Alien Assault Rifle in the live-action sci-fi film District 9 (directed by Neill Blomkamp), as well as 1:1 scale production replicas from Weta. What you see here is a scratch-built 1/6th-scaled version of an "Alien Assault Rifle" by a customizer named "Uncle Sam". (No info on whether multiples of it were made for retail though.) ~ CLICK THRU to view in glorious detail.Disclaimer:

Ganpla Series 2: Infinite Justice custom Celsius by Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica

[3 x images in slideshow above / CLICK for full-screen viewing]CLICK THRU for more (individual) peeks at Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica's INFINITE JUSTICE Celsius-custom from their Rotobox Ganpla Series. "Justice" is the second figure that is a pair alongside their (by-now sold out) STRIKE FREEDOM Celsius-custom [featured here]. In a limited edition of only 5 pcs. [8 x images in slideshow above /

Toy-Release: Mini Extravaganza by Hello, Brute (April 29-drops)

Scheduled for a online release on Thursday, April 29 (@ 12:00pm pacific) is Hello, Brute's new series of customized hand-made mini figures ~ featuring "regulars" like MAX, SKIPPER, JEFFREY and even lil ARPIE manifest in a mini-size ranging between 3.5 inches tall (the first 3 mentioned) and 1.5 inch tall for the adorable Arpie.All figures are hand painted and hand cast in polyurethane resin. The

About That 3AA-Edition Mystery Red TQ Reimi by ThreeA Toys (April 30-preorder)

The below-left image was posted on the 3A-forum whereby creator Ashley Wood had mentioned the 3AA-Edition Tomorrow Queen (dubbed: "MYSTERY RED TQ REIMI") to be released (along with the 3xTQ 1/6th-scaled articulated femmes) will be wearing "...red latex, red shoes, and dark brown/red hair..."[***This is NOT the image of the final product from ThreeA Toys***]The above-right image is my humble

Toy-Teaser: 3 x TQ / Tomorrow Queen Yumiko by ThreeA Toys Revealed (April 30-preorder)

CLICK THRU for a closer look at the spanking hot reveal in full of the third and final TOMORROW QUEEN in the upcoming "3 x TQ" release from ThreeA Toys this Friday April 30th (9am Hong Kong time) via Bambalandstore.com. They had me at the red tartan mini-skirt, the gorgeous hoodie and of course the exceptional sneaker-heels!Along with Yubi O Tekika and Odayaka Na Itami, YUMIKO Jojishi Kisho will

Toy-Teaser: TOYSREVIL Mascot Papertoy by Welkid

From Indonesia-based graphic designer Bangkit Ristant aka WELKID [Facebook] comes a papertoy-figure of TOYSREVIL's "mascot"! Folks wanting to download the template to make their own figure might just have to wait a little longer, as Welkid is currently working on a new version (V.03) of him! CLICK THRU to have a closer look at the wonderful-craft and stay tuned for updates! (Well done, Welkid,

Custom-Event: Qeeology 2.5 Exhibit by Toy2R USA @ MARZ (May 7)

TOY2R-PRESS: Toy2R USA and Local Hero Design proudly present the Qeeology 2.5 Exhibit on May 7th, a unique show featuring over 100 customized 2.5" Qees from more than 70 artists from across the globe. From Poland, Germany, Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, and multiple states within the USA - this is truly an international event. The first "little" Qee show is the next leg of the 15th

TOYSREVIL-Teaser: Red Tuttz Box by Argonaut Resins

Here's a quick peek at the "box" for an upcoming "exclusive surprise" from Argonaut Resins x TOYSREVIL ... Stay tuned for updates and reveals ~ You'd BETTER! ~ Heh :)

The Coming of Iron Man 2 - Black Widow in 1/6 by Hot Toys

Frankly, it comes as no small surprise that Hot Toys would be producing a "BLACK WIDOW" 1/6th-scaled articulated action figure from the upcoming Iron Man 2 movie, because (1) It said so in the magazine-scan, and (2) HT has previously released a Scarlett Johansson figure! ("Silken Floss from The Spirit). Now it is just a matter of "when" exactly will the figure be unveiled at the current Hot Toys

Is This The 8th Secret Iron Man 2: Mini Cosbaby by Hot Toys?

So would this shiny-silver Cosbaby (pointed in image) be the 8th "secret"-Cosbaby in the upcoming Iron Man 2: Mini Cosbaby series [blogged]? Jim Rhodes may well be doing double-duty as "War Machine" and in the all-silver IM-armor, maybe?FYI: Spotted in the Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo event-flyer for which I had posted here earlier ~ Heh.

Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo in Hong Kong: Coverage by MGBB

From 1/6th-scaled customizer MGBB comes an excellent selection of images from the Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo currently on display at Miramar Shopping Center in Hong Kong (til May 9th 2010). CLICK THRU for a slideshow peek at upcoming production toys based on the IRON MAN 2 movie, 1:1 scaled Iron Man and War Machine, and more importantly (for me and this blog-coverage anyways :p), 1/

Custom-Showcase: Bernardo Esquivel + Jesse Lincoln for Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

After the earlier features of 1/6-Iron Man customs by Anthony Mestas and Heath Hammond completed for the Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo [tagged] currently on display at Miramar Shopping Center in Hong Kong (til May 9th 2010), we have a chance to see two more custom-contributions to the show from Sideshow Collectibles-artists Bernardo Esquivel and Jesse Lincoln! CLICK THRU for a closer look

Toy-Release: PlasticAndPlush-exclusive Jade Tuttz by Argonaut Resins (April 30-release)

Scheduled for an online release on Friday April 30th @ 8pm EST ~ is the PlasticAndPlush-exclusive colorway JADE TUTTZ resin feline figure (King Tut's cat / origin story) by Argonaut Resins! Available via the PlasticAndPlush online shop for US$50 per (+ shipping & handling), there will be 5 x different shades of the jade tints plus a special solid tint painted chase figure (image-turnaround shown

Of Yellow Colorway Magnus and Magnus Maximus by Joe Ledbetter @ Corey Helford Gallery (June 4)

"MAGNUS" the baby-Griffin has been jet-setting around the world it seems (as seen from his varied snaps on his very own facebook-page!) and most intriguingly snapped in a previous unseen Yellow-colorway! Whether this is a one-off "color-prototype", or a future production-figure, is yet to be revealed by his creator Joe Ledbetter, or toy-producers The Loyal Subjects. [CLICK THRU for full-view]My

Toy-Teaser: General Zoo - Artoyz Exclusive by Double Line x G999

After the previous General Zoo figure-releases from Double Line x G999's Fool's Paradise series, stay tuned for the upcoming "Artoyz Exclusive" featuring what seems to be an all-black armor, with a bloodied skeleton, as seen from the teasers above. Sleek black + scarlet red = a winning color-combo in my blog-book, IMHO! Limited to only 54 pieces ~ stay tuned for further product information and

Toy-Teaser: 3 x TQ / Tomorrow Queen Odayaka by ThreeA Toys Revealed (April 30-preorder)

CLICK THRU for a full-view of the newly-revealed image of "Odayaka Na Itami" aka the second of three TOMORROW QUEENS from ThreeA Toys, scheduled for a release this coming Friday April 30th (9am Hong Kong time) online via Bambalandstore.com.PRODUCT-SUMMARY:3 x TQ: Yubi O Tekika + Odayaka Na Itami + ??? = US$260 per (set of three 1/6th-scaled figures)3AA TQ: Yet to be revealed = US$100 per figure.

Music Video: Shoot to Thrill by AC/DC (with Iron Man 2 footage)

Toy-Teaser: 3 x TQ / Tomorrow Queen Yubi by ThreeA Toys Revealed (April 30-preorder)

ThreeA Toys launches a new dedicated-blog for all-things Tomorrow Queens @ http://tomorrowqueen.blogspot.com, with the first clear-teaser of the black-latexed "Yubi O tekika" (first teased here), who is 1/3 of the upcoming 3 x TQs-release scheduled for this coming Friday April 30th @ 9AM Hong Kong time ~ pre-orderable online via Bambalandstore.com. CLICK THRU for full-YUBI!The SRP of the 3 x TQs

Event: The Ordinary Life Of Death by Jonathan Bergeron @ Gallery 1988, Los Angeles (April 27)

"The Ordinary Life Of Death" by Jonathan Bergeron features drawings and paintings depicting "Death" as a common character, living a regular life. (Lurving the concept, I am) Opening April 27th @ Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles (7-10pm), Jonathan will be in attendance. There will also be limited edition fitted hats that will be available at the opening. CLICK THRU for a peek, along with some artwork

Toy-Teaser: OTTO by IOGE (Prototype)

"OTTO" Is the name for the upcoming vinyl toy from the Czech Republic (it's "first"). Created by Frantisek Kast aka IOGE ~ Otto stands 5 inches tall, with the prototype being shown here [more images viewable here]. The product-description also mentions: "His multifunctional form - made just from geometrical shapes helps to be something different, everytime you look at him - it depends how you let

Toy-Release: Misfortune Cat Playge Edition by FERG (April 30)

MISFORTUNE CAT 'PLAYGE' Edition by FERG will see a release this coming Fridy April 30th @ 12:00 noon (Central Time) online via http://playge.net/store. Standing 9 inch tall, this rotocast vinyl figure in this neon-lush colorway has a SRP of US$85 per, and will be limited to 100 pieces (Figure includes a velvet bag). CLICK THRU for more.FYI: This "Playge Variant" will be the third colorway release

Billabong's 4th Annual Design For Humanity @ Paramount Studios in Hollywood (June 10)

EVENT-PRESS: Billabong's 4th annual "Design For Humanity" benefit [www], to be held on Thursday, June 10th, 2010, is heading to a new location set in the heart of legendary NY streets on the back lot of Paramount Studios in Hollywood. This massive fashion-music-art block party will feature two concert stages, DJ dance parties, a runway fashion show showcasing one of a kind Billabong bikinis, a

Event: Home Grown Monsters by Nervis Wrek + Jay222 @ Red Hot Robot (May1-31)

HOME GROWN MONSTERS @ Red Hot Robot will feature new work by Nervis Wrek + Jay222. Opening Saturday May 1st (opening reception 7-9pm) and exhibiting thru May 31st, each artist will have 12-15 original/custom figures (plus a couple collaboration pieces) on display. Nervis will be in attendance (unfortunately Jay222 cannot make the opening). CLICK THRU for more press and preview images that will

Event-Coverage: AUTOCARTOON by Gertjan Zuilhof @ Blackhole212, Singapore (April 25)

By pure happenstance I found myself at Blackhole212 (212 Syed Alwi Road) one fine sunday evening April 25th (courtesy of visiting German friends) and had the opportunity to witness the visage of viscerally-penned cartoons by Gertjan Zuilhof, in a one-day exhibition dubbed "AUTOCARTOON".Heightened with the ear-drum nullifying soundscape from folks including Fando & Lis, Zai Kuning, Jeremy Hiah, &

Custom-Feature: Xandarian Guard - Sketchbot Custom by J-ROO

CLICK THRU to see the custom process of "J-ROO" aka Justin Rudy of (Dynomight NYC) for his custom Sketchbot dubbed: "Xandarian Guard In G.I.D. Armor ", as well as the origins of the concept. Completed for the recent "Sketchbot Custom Show" [event-blogged / tagged] on a Steve Talkowski designed 5 inch tall Sketchbot figure, Xandarian Guard can currently be purchased online via

Artist-Feature: art:tech for Eightyfourcube x Nookanooka

All I could think of, while glancing hard at art:tech's custom-Nookanooka was; "Holy Heck!" Visually stunned by the intense fine-line-work scriggled crisp but not straight, like the machinery-in mid-motion, or at least that's what my eyes tell my brain, which in turns make my fingers type this description out (and yes, I use both hands to type, thanks). And then I thought; "How the heck can one

GOCCODO for Super Festival 52 (April 25)

Shigeta from GOCCODO drops word of them exhibiting at the Super Festival 52 in Japan on April 25th, and will be offering t-shirts (design collaborations with REALxHEAD!), candy colored resin Unkotsu rings, and a new CHICCHI vinyl figure featuring "tattoos"! CLICK THRU for a closer-look at the items!Other creators involved in Super Festival are REALxHEAD, GOCCODO, ARTDENKA, PopSoda, ItokinPark,

Event: Recomposing the Spaces by Daniel Elson @ Rivet Gallery (May 1st)

"Recomposing the Spaces" is the name of an upcoming a solo show @ Rivet Gallery ~ featuring the recent work of Daniel Elson ~ and will include "oil paintings, solar plate photogravures, drypoint etchings and lithographs." The opening reception will be sponsored by Scion and Magic Hat, and will be held on Saturday, May 1st from 7-10pm with artist in attendance. Exhibition will be on display

New threeA Wiki Site Online Now

The continued operation of this blog you are reading right now (bless you for doing so) depends largely only "information", and quite an amount of information I put out here ~ specifically on non-toy related news ~ is dependent on wikis. Personally, I heart wikis, and actually aspire somewhat to have this particular blog be used as an "archival-information" source one fine day...Now the toy-world

Freshcharacters.com Forum Launch with Giveaways

Freshcharacters forums has been officially relaunched, and a host of giveaways are in place to welcome folks to participate. What you need to do is: (1) Register to become a member, (2) Introduce yourself in the "introductions forum", (3) Follow @freshcharacters and all giveaway sponsors on twitter, and (4) Retweet "To celebrate the relaunch of the new forums, @freshcharacters is having big

Doktor A for The Art Hustle Artist Trading Cards (Card Hacks)

After our earlier peek at Chris Ryniak's hand-painted "chase" artist cards, this time we get to have a sneak peek at ink work from the awesome Doktor A ~ done for the upcoming "Card Hacks" series from The Art Hustle!CLICK THRU to view (& drool over)!Scheduled for a Summer 2010 release, the Art Hustle's first series will contain 162 base cards, with one Original Art Card guaranteed in every box.

Custom-Showcase: Anthony Mestas for Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

The "Need For Speed" is great in this custom ~ made from Hot Toy's 1/6th-scaled Iron Man action figure ~ even when seen standing perfectly still on a raised stage!"VICTORY" is the name, and is a part of the Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo by Hot Toys, currently on display at Mirama Shopping Center in Hong Kong [event-details]. Victory is the creation of Anthony Mestas (Lead Painter / 3D Key

Toy-Teaser: Star Trek / Star Fleet IWG In Color by Rocket World

Classic Star Trek-themed "Star Fleet IWG" Teaser #3 in full-color by Rocket World, in anticipation for it's release at the San Diego Comic Con in July 22nd [tagged].

Toy-Teaser: Third 3 x TQ / Tomorrow Queen Revealed by ThreeA Toys (April 30-release)

The third Tomorrow Queen ~ blonde and clad in all-white ~ is revealed in a new image on the ThreeA Toys production-blog, alongside the previously teased all-black latex and red-hoodied'n'tartan-skirted 1/6th-scaled lassy! A release date has also been planned for the coming Friday on April 30th (exact time TBC) with the "3 x TQ" girls made available as a set online via Bambalandstore.com.

About That WWRp Armstrong Surprise 3Pack from ThreeA Toys

So did you folks manage to score yourselves sum WWRp Armstrongs from ThreeA Toys when it launched online for preorders on April 23rd? [WHAT]. Did you also manage to grab the "surprise" 3Pack that was put up along with both the pre-announced 4Pack and 8Pack? Hey, don't be looking at me, folks ~ I can't afford squat at this time...WWRp Armstrong surprise 3Pack consists of: - NIGHTWATCH 0G ARMSTRONG

Artist Edition Yo-yos from Steven Brown Gallery (Brian Morris Edition April 29-drop)

I've never been good with yo-yos. Perhaps my hands ad fingers aren't as deft as I;'d like them to be, nor my reflexes as agile as your average video-gamer, heck, I am not even much of a sporty sportsman, innit? But all that does not detract from the coolness of these limited Artist Edition Wooden Yo-yos from the Steve Brown Gallery! Limited to 30 pcs worldwide and priced at US$20 per ~ CLICK THRU

Toy-Release: Outerspaced Rose Vampire by Super7 (April 24-release)

PRESS: The Super7 Monster Family travels into the far reaches of the galaxy with the Outerspaced Rose Vampire! Cast in clear glitter vinyl with light blue and silver sprays, this Rose Vampire- from the Josh Herbolsheimer solo show in San Francisco- will be available for purchase this Saturday (April 24th) at Motorbot's "Waking a Dead Bear" custom toy show (7 pm Eastern), with any remaining

Event: Waking a Dead Bear - New Resin Work by Motorbot @ Super7 Florida (April 24)

"WAKING A DEAD BEAR" is a solo show by Kevin Olson aka Motorbot opening this Saturday, April 24th (from 7pm) at Super7 Florida. Without a doubt well-known for his textural sculpted toy-customs, both intense and whimsical (last seen in his solo show "I Like To Eat"), this new show will feature original creations (with bite!) ~ all hand-cast and hand-painted ~ so this would be an absolutely perfect

Get Inside The Head of Iron Man with *I Am Iron Man 2* (Augmented Reality App)

"Red & gold or titanium silver? It's a tough choice but why not try boththe Iron Man & War Machine helmets on and see which suits you best?"PRESS: (Today) Marvel & Paramount release this augmented reality app @ http://www.iamironman2.com that not only lets you see what you'd look like in the latest iteration of the Iron Man/ War Machine hardware but it also brings to life the internal HUD (Heads

Custom-Showcase: Heath Hammond for Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

CLICK THRU for a closer-look at this custom-1/6-scaled Iron Man figure by Heath Hammond (from Sideshow Collectibles) ~ featuring a theme / concept based on the movie "Robinson Crusoe on Mars", with this NASA Astronaut (Lt. R. Crusoe) wearing a NASA EVA space suit developed by Stark Industries, stranded alone on a planet.As mentioned on the Hot Toys' Facebook, Heath Hammond is a 3D Key Artist of

New Gundam Cafe at Akihabara

Bandai open new gundam cafe at Akihabara on April 24. Cafe with 144.2 square meter has capacity 60 seats. Gundam cafe will serve Jaburo Coffee made from South American coffee beans. Other menu offered are Gunpla-yaki, a take out dish shaped like gundam plastic model kit.
Bandai will also use this Cafe Gundam to promote their new product.
To see more picture about Gundam Cafe, can visit Akihabara News. And you can visit The Gundam Cafe's Official site.

Gunpla-yaki, hmmm make me hungry

Source : Akihabara News , ANN

Opening Launch of Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo @ Miramar Shopping Center, Hong Kong (April 22-May 9)

The ground floor & B1-Atrium of Miramar Shopping Center in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, saw the launch of the inaugural "Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo" event today ~ organized by Hot Toys, which saw an exhibition of 1/6th-scaled Iron Man customs from select international artists / designers / customizers, as well as the unveiling of 1:1 scaled Iron Man and War Machine. No doubt even images

Iron Man 2 Viral: Stark-Fujikawa's HUD - A Vision Into The Future

The final of the three "Better Living Through Technology" *viral videos* to support Tony Stark's Stark Expo in Iron Man 2 is now live! Stark-Fujikawa present the STARK HUD 2020 - Suit Up!: http://www.starkexpo2010.com/fujikawa. [First Viral: Accutech / Second Viral: CordCo]CLICK THRU for product-specs, the full "Stark-Fujikawa"-press-release, and screengrabs! [...also, take note that an "

Iron Man 2: Mark V Character Poster

CLICK THRU to view a new Iron Man 2 Movie Poster in full ~featuring the IM-Mark V "suit-case"-armor first revealed in this trailer!

Custom-Showcase: Jason Siu for Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

Want to find out how Hong Kong designer Jason Siu turned a motorbike model-kit (as well as other parts) into a customed 1/6th-scaled Hot Toy Iron Man ~ currently on display at the Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo event which saw a launch today at Miramar Shopping Center, Hong Kong [event-details]? Dubbed: "Moon Speaker Battle Suit", the concept is based on a historical situation when the

Custom-Showcase: William Tsang for Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

CLICK THRU for a look at William Tsang's contribution to the Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo currently on at Miramar Shopping Center in Hong Kong (April 22-May 9 / event-details) ~ featuring a scratch-made stylized sculpture of Iron Man!Formerly 1/3 of Hong Kong's inconquerable Brothersfree, William now runs Animal Homme [last seen @ TTF 2009] and you can track his past toys-related

Custom-Showcase: Eric So for Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

CLICK THRU for a closer-peep at Eric So's custom-contribution to the Hot Toys x Iron Man collARTible Expo currently on at Miramar Shopping Center in Hong Kong (April 22-May 9 / event-details) ~ featuring a custom-painted 1/6th-scaled Iron Man figure from Hot Toys, along with a self-sculpted "Tony Stark" in Eric's "So Fun"-style of cartoon-caricature.Personally it's always a joy and delight for me

Custom-Showcase: Previews for Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22-May 9)

After our previous feature of customed 1/6th-scaled Iron Man figures from Hot Toys for their first ever Hot Toys x Iron Man CollARTible Expo event launching today at Miramar Shopping Center, Hong Kong [event-details] ~ CLICK THRU for custom-previews from Kaz, "Master" Lok (of threezero), BBQ, Elphonso Lam and Anthony Mestas (of Sideshow Toys)![CLICK for coverage of the Hot Toys x Iron Man

Event: Cocoon Expo by Marbl & Boomartwork @ Outland Store & Art Gallery Amsterdam (May 9-June 5)

Marbl [www.marblart.com] and Boomartwork [www.boomartwork.com] are two dutch artists working together specially for an expo at Outland Store & Gallery Amsterdam with the show launching May 9th and exhibiting thru June 5th, 12010. The image shown on the flyer is intriguing, no? Click on the flyer-image for further event-details.Cocoon:Cocoons may be tough or soft, opaque or translucent, of various

Jouwe Papertoy by Bangkit Welkid

Marine Ramdhani's JOUWE as a papercraft figure, courtesy of Indonesian artist Bangkit Welkid. No indication if this lil paper-rhino will be available for free downloads to build though .. but maybe if you asked nicely? Heh.[JOUWE tagged on TOYSREVIL / Jouwe 10" Vinyl Toy tagged]

Event: 510 Degrees Celsius @ Inkies Tattoo Studio (Sept 25)

"510 DEGRESS CELSIUS" is a group custom vinyl show featuring the Rotobox-designed and Kuso Vinyl produced Celsius as platform of choice! Curated by Angelo Sison (aka angeLOcomotion), the show opens September 25th 2010 @ Inkies Tattoo Studio (www / 6pm-on). These are still early days, but do check out the dedicated website at http://www.510celsius.com and CLICK THRU for a peek at the line-up of

Toy-Teaser: G.N.O.M.E. by Doktor A x RAJE Toys

2 Gnomes cling to my mind's memories thus far today: The world-traveling self-polaroid-taking garden gnome in Jean-Pierre Jeunet's "Amélie", and the red-capped and blue-clad garden gnome in "The Amazing Race" show treasure hunt challenges. Hopefully my world-view of Gnomes will change, heightened with added oomph from the designer toy-world via RAJE Toys' new upcoming, well, G.N.O.M.E. ~

Custom-Showcase: Iron Man Under Acid Rain by Lalla for Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22)

Hot Toys has revealed a new custom 1/6th-scaled Iron Man by Korean painter Lalla on their Facebook page ~ featuring a Tony Stark brandishing a brolly, and a headsculpt with (what seems like) "implanted" hair! Completed for the coming Iron Man CollARTible Expo @ Miramar Shopping Centre, Hong Kong on April 22nd [event-blogged] ~ CLICK THRU for a full-look at Lalla's "Iron Man Under Acid Rain"!

Custom-Showcase: The Disburdened Weight by Wudai Shiguo for Iron Man CollARTible Expo (April 22)

From "Wudai Shiguo" [www.wd-sg.com] comes "The Disburdened Weight" ~ a customed 1/6th-scaled Iron Man for the upcoming Iron Man CollARTible Expo @ Miramar Shopping Centre, Hong Kong on April 22nd [event-blogged] showcased in the video above, as well as being featured online as a conceptual gallery viewable here (Scroll and click on image menu at base of screen). CLICK THRU for the story of The

Short-Film: The Raven by Ricardo de Montreuil

FILM-SYNOPSIS: "Chris Black possesses a power that could could lead to the destruction of the current regime, and they will stop at nothing to destroy him. The chase is on as a Chris runs for his life in this sci-fi thriller set in an alternate and futuristic Los Angeles."THE RAVEN is a short film directed by Ricardo de Montreuil. Check out the film-website at www.theravenfilm.com(Contact: info@

Chris Ryniak for The Art Hustle Artist Trading Cards

Chris Ryniak does 17 hand-painted cards in 35 minutes, all ready to be randomly inserted in packs of trading cards for The Art Hustle! [http://thearthustle.com] The Art Hustle's first series will contain 162 base cards, with one Original Art Card guaranteed in every box.WHAT-IS: "The Art Hustle is a set of art and artist-based trading cards produced by The Cardhacks and manufactured in the USA by

Toy-Release: Lil' Death by Paul Shih (April 26-drop)

Since our last teaser post, Paul Shih's LIL' DEATH is all painted up and ready to roll-out to bring death .... eerr... I mean, "toy-joy" to your life! Availability starts Monday April 26th @ 1pm PDT (8pm GDT) via http://paulshih.bigcartel.com!Priced at US$40 per (+ shipping), Lil' Death is a hand cast & hand-painted resin toy with a height of approx 4.5" tall, and is limited to only 20 pieces

Toy-Release: Doomsday KUSOGON by Monster Worship (April 23-25)

"Never mind the apocalypse, here's Doomsday KUSOGON!"The Doomsday edition of KUSOGON is cast in black vinyl infused with shards of gold metallic glitter flake and finished off with shimmering eyes of gold. To be made available from April 23rd to 25th at the Pittsburgh Comic-Con (Small Press booth #S059) and online Sunday April 25th from 7pm EST onwards via: www.monsterworship.com/store. Priced at

Toy-Update: WWRp Armstrong x 8 by ThreeA Toys (April 23-drop)

A lil update with all 8 x WWRp Armstrongs by ThreeA Toys revealed in their turnaround glories! CLICK THRU for peeks, which shows a line-up of DAWN PATROL, EMGY, LUNAR, ENGINEER available in the 4Pack (Priced at US$160) and is a part of the 8Pack (Priced at US$280). All prices include worldwide shipping. WWRp ("World War Robot Portable") Armstrong stands approx 19cm tall and is fully articulated.

Toy-Release: Hiss, Warble, Drop-Out Dolbee by Tim Biskup

Wow. tis been a while since we've seen any Dolbee-news, but now Tim Biskup's ATP Dolbee is available for your online orders via www.flopdoodle.com ~ with a price of US$50 for a signed "Hiss, Warble, Drop-Out" Dolbee!PRODUCT-TEXT: Tim's take on All Tomorrow's Parties "Dolbee" cassette tape figure features an off-color phrase that means "Let's get really high/drunk!". Clearly not for kids. We've

Toy-Teaser: RAS2010 Update by dust

A little updated info since our last teaser look at dust's RAS new "designtoy" series for 2010, featuring a full-shot of the main figure, as well as his "personal Medic" (last seen as a WIP). Release conditions and dates currently remain undetermined, but one thing is ascertained, is that it will be limited to 70 pieces worldwide. *Stay tuned for further developments*

Painted Prototypes of Floxy The Fox by Patch Together

Courtesy of Patch Together, we are able to witness the first prototype images (WIP) of their upcoming FLOXY THE FOX blindbox series. Originally designed by SOMA, the artists included in this series are: BUNKA / MISSMONSTER / DUST / VISEone / OKKLE / SAPROPHILOUS / STICK-A-THING / FLIM ~ whose designs can be seen in our previous feature-post here. CLICK THRU for another peek at the line-up!A

More Old Skool Kaiju HATCH by Erick Scarecrow

Holy-Crabsticks, I Want A HATCH!Tomenosuke has posted images of a formerly damaged A/P ("Artist Proof") now repaired HATCH resin figure (belonging to a private collector) from Erick Scarecrow's OLD SKOOL KAIJUSeries [tagged]. And the fact that HATCH towers over a 10-inch tall "Magma" Muraida is pretty exciting a sight to behold, IMHO. Ultra Dizign sure has his superhero-hands full with this

Toy-Release: New Ice Cream Micci French Vanilla by Erick Scarecrow x ESC Toy (April 23-drop)

ESC-TOY-PRESS: The next flavor for Erick Scarecrow's Mousey Micci series is the Ice Cream French Vanilla colorway. The 6" handpainted resin figure is signed/numbered by the artist and comes sealed in Scarecrow's box. The edition size is limited to 30pcs. worldwide. This figure will come with a 5 x 7 giclee print by Erick Scarecrow. Less than 30pcs will be available. Free shipping in US. SRP is

Toy-Teaser: 8 Inch Design Qee 2010 Collection from Toy2R x Emilio Garcia + Jon-Paul Kaiser + Niark1

PRESS: Toy2R proudly presents the lineup of 8 inch Qees from the upcoming Designer Collection - inspired by the upcoming Designer Series 6 Collection of 2.5" Qees - All three pieces are currently being offered by Apex and quantities will be limited. Expect to see the launch of the first Designer Qee Collection piece available in late summer of 2010. Email Apex at theapex@apex-z.com for more

OTACOOL 2: Ultimate Cosplayers Worldwide by Kotobukiya x Dannychoo.com x Cure (June 2010-release)

PRESS: Kotobukiya is pleased to announce the arrival of OTACOOL 2: WORLDWIDE COSPLAYERS in June 2010! In collaboration with the world famous Otaku website Dannychoo.com and the Internet’s largest cosplay destination Cure, OTACOOL 2 promises even more stimulating and groundbreaking content. In keeping with the same concept of “OTAKU is COOL”, the next volume of OTACOOL will focus on cosplayers

New PodgyPanda Merchandize Online For April

Richard Kuoch aka PodgyPanda drops word of some new merchandize he currently has in his online store @ www.podgypanda.bigcartel.com ~ featuring limited edition prints, badges and tees. Also note that folks can use the code "IMAWESOME" at checkout to save 10% too!

Event-Coverage: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Exhibition @ Bloodgroup+ Space (April 16-21)

"The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Exhibition" sees 42 Singapore-based artists interpret and showcase their intergalactic visions in a series of artworks inspired by the famous science-fiction novel [Full event-details blogged]. CLICK THRU for some select snaps of the gallery space, taken both on Opening Night (April 16th) and on the afternoon of Monday April 19th (slightly better lighting

Event-Coverage: Paintings and Artwork for The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Exhibition @ Bloodgroup+ Space (April 16-21)

CLICK THRU for a peep at 2-dimensional based artwork and paintings done for "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Exhibition" ~ currently on display at BloodGroup+ Space (32 Aliwal Street, 02-02, Singapore) with the last day of exhibition being today, April 21st, 2010.[Previous features on TOYSREVIL include artwork by Andy Yang, ZXEROKOOL and Pixelmunky] [16 x images in slideshow above / CLICK

Event-Coverage: Art Installations and Objects for The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Exhibition @ Bloodgroup+ Space (April 16-21)

From Boxed Curio items to Babelfish-Translators, from yarn-robots to cross-stitch atomic mushroom-clouds, from papercraft galaxys to "Don't Panic" towels, from a game of scrabble, to the ultimate answer to life and the universe ~ CLICK THRU for a detailed look at 3-dimensional and/or relief based artwork and installations done for "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Exhibition" ~ currently on

VGS267: Letterpress Print One by Veggiesomething

James Liu aka Veggiesomething drops word of his spanking new letterpress print currently available for your online procuring pleasures via http://www.veggiesomething.com/shop.htm :)Here be some details:NAME: VGS267: Letterpress Print OneINK COLOR: GoldPAPER: Thick Acid Free Creme PaperPRINT SIZE: A7 (approx. 5"x7")PRINT EDITION: 80PRICE: $15 USD + shipping

Event: Iron Man collARTible Expo by Hot Toys @ Miramar Shopping Centre, HK (April 22-May 9)

Hot Toys presents the first of it's kind "Iron Man collARTible Expo" in Hong Kong ~ featuring life-sized War Machine and Mark III statues, the full-range of Iron Man collectible figures, as well as customed 1/6th-scaled Iron Man Mark III action figures from a host of invited artists from U.S., Japan, Korea and Hong Kong! CLICK THRU for the full event press text, as well as a preview of amazing

Event: Netzwerk and Musashinto Tech - New Works by Daniel Goffin and Martín Osuna @ Toy Art Gallery (May 28)

PRESS: Toy Art Gallery [www] is proud to present "Netzwerk and Musashinto Tech – New Works by Daniel Goffin and Martín Osuna". The show will feature a variety of original figural works and multiple editions featuring their incredibly vivid and exceptionally crafted three-dimensional figures. This exhibition marks the U.S. solo debut for both Daniel Goffin (who hails from Kassel, Germany) and

Together With Pleasure Into The Target - Flying Totem for Ngajak Ribut

CLICK THRU for a montaged image of an art installation named "Together With Pleasure Into The Target" ~ a "flying" totem featuring work from (in order from the top-down): Pope, Kumkum, Stereoflow, Astronautboys, TellThem, Bedlam, Shake, cikcuk dunia fantasi, and The Yellow Dino.This image came courtesy of Manuel Heischel from Cikcuk Dunia Fantasi, who was invited with BASEMENT by KOMUNARS to

Toy-Teaser: Scarlet Tartans and Black Latex Tomorrow Queens by ThreeA Toys

Two of the three TQs ("Tomorrow Queens") by ThreeA Toys sneaked by creator Ashley Wood on the 3A-forum ~ featuring a smexy tartan-skirted lassy in scarlet (tartan skirts be my weakness *cough*) and an uber-sleek black-latex clad beauty! Nothing can describe the anguish I have for missing out on Little Shadow, and now the 3xTQ series is making me antsy, really antsy...Will update when there are

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Patricio Oliver Signs to RAJE Toys

PRESS: Patricio Oliver Signs to RAJE Toys ~ his stunning creation will be the third RAJE Toys release. From the mind of Patricio Oliver we enter the world of ‘The Tenebrae’… We don’t want to say to much already but rest assured the battle will be bloody!Would be interesting to see the next step in evolution of "Almond" the ginger haired Fire Witch and "Salamandra" the Humongous Guardian (search)

Custom-Release: Suparobo Project - Tosho Daimos Celsius Custom by Rotobox

Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica share with us their latest custom in their SUPAROBO PROJECT Series, showcasing Tosho Daimos Celsius Custom! Made in an edition of only 5 pcs and currently available for US$300 each via their online shop (price includes shipping via fedex priority).Spencer-adds: "we loved watching this anime when we were kids as this is one of only few super robot cartoons that are

Event: Loin des yeux, loin du cœur by mr clement @ Artoyz (April 22)

Artoyz is glad to welcome mr clement for his first solo exhibition in France. "Loin des yeux, loin du cœur" will launch with an Opening Party on Thursday 22nd April (and exhibits thru May 22nd, 2010). mr clement will be in attendance of the launch, and Artoyz is also scheduled to release a new version of Astrolapin Black (limited to 60 pcs). CLICK THRU for more words and images.WHEN: 22nd April

Life-Sized Large Martins & Bot Riders by ThreeA Toys @ Beijing Gathering (June 25)

Life-sized LARGE MARTIN awaits folks going down to ThreeA Toys' "Beijing Gathering" event in June [blogged] and would look very nicely with the 1:1 scaled SQUARES scampering around it. Now all they need to do is to recreate a war-torn street scene diorama with Brambles, Berites and ever other 3A-character known to man! Muahahahaha! CLICK THRU for more snaps of Large Martin, as well as the

Toy-Release: 2000AD Tharg by ThreeA Toys (April 20-drop)

ThreeA Toys readies to release their first ever 2000AD figure, with their 1/6th-scaled THARG! [previously teased]. A "surprise" drop is scheduled for April 20th at 10am (London time) via Bambalandstore. Priced at US$80 per (including shipping) with a June-release, Tharg comes weapons-free but has 6 x cups instead. Quantity is undetermined for this figure, but it has been mentioned that there will

DGPH for Walking Up! Character Expo in Taiwan

CLICK THRU to have a closer-look at images of DGPH's participation at the "Walking Up! Character Expo" show in Taiwan, which also included artists Touma, Devilrobots and Phalanx. Held at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the show is essentially a "character designers" exhibtion at a shopping mall, featuring digital pieces, toys and large figures. (Really wish I had more info or images of

Original Fake KAWS Accomplice Keyholder by Medicom Toy

If you're a fan of KAWS, or more specifically; a fan of KAWS keychains or keyholders, prepare yourselves for the coming of KAWS ACCOMPLICE Keyholders!Made by Medicom Toy and to be released via Original-Fake. If I had more information than that, I would have shared them with y'all. Stay tuned!Source: HighSnobiety

Toy-Release: Unidentified Monstrous Organisms Resin Toy by Philip Reed

Since our last feature, Philip Reed's 3.5 inch tall resin toy creation now has a new name (my proposed "Battlegrip Bruiser" didn't make the cut :p), and features new facial-forms (and teeth) Each of the final 12 colorways / editions of "Unidentified Monstrous Organisms" are now available for purchase online via Battlegrip.com! Cost is US$40 per (includes shipping in US) and/ or US$50 out of US.

Television News Coverage for Taipei 100% FREE

News coverage on the "Taipei 100% FREE" show [tagged] which ended it's exhibition @ Monster Gear Taipei on April 15th. Since there are no English subtitles, I'll just mention that the segment touched on customs by HongKong's Alice Chan and Italy's Simone Legno of Tokidoki, on the Danke Schoen vinyl bear, and of it's "evolution" from a character seen in animated form, thru to a collectible toy.

Toy-Teaser: WWRp Armstrong by ThreeA Toys (April 23-drop)

With ThreeA Toys' next release due April 23rd (@9am Hong Kong time), a quartet of images have thus far been released for WWRp Armstrong (lurve the weapon-mods posted above). Two packs will be offered for this release: 4Pack and 8Pack.To made made available via Bambalandstore.com, the 4Pack will be priced at US$160 per set, while the 8Pack costs US$280 and will consist of the 4 designs in the

Custom-Release: The Monster Medley Custom-Dunnys by Lunabee (April 29-drop)

The Monster Medley is a new series of custom-painted Dunnys by Sarah Miskelly aka Lunabee ~ showcasing a slightly amped-up monster-style character designs with a frankenstein-type monster, sea monster, werewolf, zombie, slime monster and a vampire ~ which Sarah described as: "This series encompasses some of my favorite customs to date with more detail than ever..."CLICK THRU for individual

Art-Feature: ‘你在哪呢？？’ by Dorcas Ng

‘你在哪呢？？’ (Translated to: "Where are you??") is a collection of drawings influenced by the encounters and emotions during a short period of stay in Singapore by 泡(pao)-creator Dorcas Ng (whom I had the opportunity to meet and chat over an afternoon of sushi ;p). Dorcas-said: "You will see traces of influence by contemporary Mandarin music, which has been the main source of inspiration in

Available @ TOYSREVIL-Shop: LEMI The Space Wanderer Plush In Singapore

LEMI The Space Wanderer Plush is designed by Eric Wirjanata (Thunderpanda) and produced by Slanted Toys. Handmade by a small home industry in the suburb of Jakarta, Lemi is limited to 100pcs worldwide. A lone "advance-scout" reached Singapore a short while back ... Now? A Full-Fledge LEMI INVASION Is On! [CLICK THRU for more snaps and product availability info]LEMI The Space Wanderer Plush is

Cordco Unveils Explosive New Technology for Stark Expo 2010

A new (viral) video has been unleashed for Iron Man 2, featuring an "exclusive presentation" by CordCo (the second of the Stark companies to unveil their pavillion at Stark Expo 2010) ~ which was "recorded earlier this year in Melbourne, Australia, to demonstrate a civilian application to what has to date been exclusively military technology."'Better living through technology' will be at the

Toy-Release: Rei Ayanami in 1/6 by Medicom Toy (from Neon Genesis Evangelion : 2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE)

Scheduled for a September 2010-release is Medicom Toy's Rei Ayanami ("綾波レイ") from "Neon Genesis Evangelion : 2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE" [wiki] ~ in school uniform (previously available as a limited edition cinema premium?), complete with bowl of miso soup prop, and extra hands with plaster (for that banged-up look, yeh?). SRP is 17,640Yen (via Blister.jp / US$191).Medicom has previously released

Toy-Release: AKIRA's Tetsuo in 1/6 by Medicom Toy x Project BM!

First came the nigh-anticipated and welcomed announcement of a production 1/6th-scaled "Kaneda" (and his bike ~ tis mostly about the bike, innit? / blogged) from the revered anime-classic; AKIRA ... Now, Kaneda will have a "familiar friend" to display alongside with: "TETSUO"! Scheduled for an October 2010-release, the 1/6th-scaled Tetsuo Shima comes courtesy of Medicom Toys x Project BM! and

Art-Showcase: Mojoko for Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy @ Bloodgroup+ Space (April 15-21)

"Construction of Destruction" is/was the concept for Steve Lawler aka Mojoko's contribution to the Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy exhibition [WHAT] currently on at Bloodgroup+ Space, Singapore. A subtly explosive display which primarily consisted of a wall-mounted framed cross-stitch piece titled: "HOME SWEET HOME" (a "Soft Version" of "Construction of Destruction"), while the table-top

Iron Man 2: Iron Man Mark IV in 1/6 by Hot Toys

HOT-TOYS-PRESS: Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Mark IV Limited Edition Collectible Figurine from the Iron Man 2 movie. The movie-accurate Mark IV collectible is highly detailed and fully deployed, specially crafted based on the image of Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic character Mark IV in the movie, highlighting the well equipped armor and light-up functions.Featuring a headsculpt

Toy-Release: Deep Sea Duster by DMS

DMS' 4-inch self-made DUSTER-ranks are growing [since our last feature] with the introduction of the latest colorway: DEEP SEA DUSTER ~ Limited to 25 unique hand painted and made to order, currently available for £19.99 per via: http://dmsone.bigcartel.comBACKSTORY: Throughout the Ocean region of Planet 44 we have stationed Deep Sea Duster units. Adapted to withstand the corosive sea water, they

Toy-Teaser: New Gordo by Brent Nolasco x mphlabs

Brent Nolasco and mphlabs readies the next release for his GORDO [tagged] with this sneak peek of Gordo (taking a sneak peek thru foliage back atcha!). This grey with reddish-pink-accented Gordo comes shortly after Brent's Jessamine January-release and Blue Orchid of 2009.

Art-Showcase: ZXEROKOOL for Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy @ BloodGroup+ Space (April 15-21)

"His Parents Were Made Into Tuna...Now He's After Their Women!"ARTIST: Jonathan Leong aka ZXEROKOOL [www]TITLE OF ARTWORK: Dolphin's Revenge, 2010MEDIUM: Stencil, paint and markers on canvas / 48 cm x 58 cm (Click on image-left to view bigger)STORY: "studies show how dolphins have distinct personalities, a strong sense of self and can think about the future." ~ says Jonathan. " Those who have

Jumping Brains: Halfsies and Rare Chase Versions by Toy2R

[4 x images in slideshow above/ CLICK for full-screen viewing]PRESS: Attention People of Earth – the Jumping Brain invasion continues to grow! This is an emergency message to help you identify the mutant creatures created by Emilio Garcia and the Lapolab Corporation!Most people thought that the Jumping Brains were easy to find – but what about the half-brain versions? These powerful and

Toy-Release: Steelheart - The Rainbow Seven by Makkinoso

Patrick Aleotti aka Makkinoso shares with us his latest creation dubbed: STEELHEART "The Rainbow Seven". Standing 6.3 inches tall and limited to 7 pcs only, each polyurethane resin cast figure is available for US$40 per via http://makkinoso.bigcartel.com/ (includes a header card and stickers).Patrick also mentioned that this series was created specifically for the opening of the Takk Store in

Blamo Toys WonderCon Exclusives Available Online Now

PRESS: Blamo Toys is pleased to announce that all of their remaining Wondercon exclusives are NOW available at Blamotoys.com. ~ CLICK THRU for a couple of snaps of their booth @ WonderCon!Click HERE for my earlier feature of the toys, or go direct to grab (clockwise from top-left): the Leecifer re-envisioned "Gumdrop" Harold and Ted / the Leighton Kelly-designed Wooden Robot / Swampy the sea

Toy-Teaser: HATCH - Old Skool Kaiju Super Villain by Erick Scarecrow

Amazingly complex and stylishly-designed be "HATCH"!"HATCH" is a new super villain for the OSK / "Old Skool Kaiju" series created by Erick Scarecrow [tagged]. HATCH is "a mutant roach that multiplies himself by laying eggs from the back of his shell" ~ and he joins Ultra Dizign's rogues gallery of super villains which include previously released Muraida and Super Villain Dizign![CLICK THRU for

Toy-Teaser: Ice Cream Micci French Vanilla by Erick Scarecrow x ESC Toy

Get ready to be served this April 2010 with 2 scoops of french vanilla (and a cheery on top) of a new ICE CREAM MICCI FRENCH VANILLA by Erick Scarecrow and ESC Toy! Ths lil' teaser image will definitely tantalize collectors and fans' appetites for designer resins, methinks! Stay tuned for further product details and release dates as they are served up!

Event: WALTER: A Singapore Art Exhibition Of The Big Bunny Kind by Dawn Ng @ Loof (April 29)

Flipping thru the newspapers today (yes, I do still read the papers every morning :p), I was delighted by the sight of a wonderously humongous white rabbit that has been spotted throughout Singapore ~ from aged shophouses to the HDB heartlands. This rabbit is named WALTER and he is a 6m long x 4m tall inflatable bunny creation of artist Dawn Ng. "By inserting Walter into places, I wanted to

Custom-Release: Pit Fighter Nibbles by Huck Gee (April 16)

Pit Fighter Nibbles is a "Natural born brawler" ... Pit Fighter Nibbles is also a custom Munny by Huck Gee that'll be let loose from the gates to battle YOUR rabid desires for Huck-Gee-Customs on Friday April 16th @ Noon PDT via http://store.huckgee.com! Limited to 10 figures in this set and priced at US$650 per figure ~ each of them comes signed, numbered and includes shown accessories. (Note:

Phetus Live Painting for East West Worldwide’s 10 Deep / Timberland Release

PRESS: Elite Gudz artist and designer, Phetus, made an appearance at East West Worldwide’s 10 Deep / Timberland Mighty Duckboot release and grand opening in Huntington, Long Island for a live painting exhibition.Phetus broke out the spray paint and canvas for the hometown crowd as DJ’s spun records and barbecue was served. The live painting attracted spectators from the entire neighborhood

Event-Images for We Heart Wood @ Munky King (April 8-May 6)

WE HEART WOOD is a group custom show which launched April 8th at Munky King Melrose [tagged] and features customs on Jibibut wooden toys created by Noferin. The customs are currently available for purchase online via Munkyking.com. We Heart Wood exhibits thru May 6th, 2010.Shown left is the installation space within Munky King ~ created by Zury Ponce (who is also co-curator of the show, along

Toy-Release: Chainsaw Plush by Steff Bomb @ C2E2 (Nerd City Booth #865 / April 17 release)

Many a times we have seen chainsaws in slasher-flicks put to optimum-use visa ve decapitation of bodily parts, with "limbs" being the predominant body-part of choice for the most part. Now you might be able to recreate said scene in full "safety" and with plenty of fun and laughter (but maybe not in front of the kiddies, yeh?)Available at this weekend's C2E2 ("Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo")

Exclusive Red Arkiv Instant Dutch Edition by Arkiv x adFunture (April 17 pre-order)

PRODUCT-DESCRIPTION: Mintyfresh & Outland Store have bound the dutch powers and are proud to present this amazing piece of art created by Indonesian Artist "Arkiv". We choose the Bloody Red Color because it's just freaking awesome on the Arkiv Instant Figure. This Dutch Exclusive version is the 3rd colorway of Arkiv Instant and is Ltd. to 100 Pieces.Pre-orders begin Saturday April 17th @ 12.00

Iron Man 2: Whiplash in 1/6 by Hot Toys

PRODUCT-PRESS: Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Whiplash Limited Edition Collectible Figurine from the Iron Man 2 movie. The movie-accurate Whiplash collectible is highly detailed and specially crafted based on the image of Mickey Rourke as Whiplash in the movie, highlighting the newly sculpted head, muscular upper body, patterned tattoos, light-up functions, highly detailed

Toy-Release: Cobbler Dunny + Tako Plush by TADO x Kidrobot (May 6)

Kidrobot's KRonikle previews duo upcoming adorable releases from the designing duo of Mike and Katie ~ better known as TADO, featuring the tricloptic COBBLER (an 8 inch Dunny) and pink-sucker-puckered TAKO (a 10 inch plush with a band-aid). CLICK THRU to peep full-body preview pics and product-info!Bringing non-threatening "cute" back to KR-toys (IMHO), both figures are set to be released May 6th

Toy-Release: SSUReal From the Cradle to the Grave by SSUR x Kidrobot Black

PRODUCT-PRESS: SSUReal From the Cradle to the Grave is a 6-inch, matte black vinyl skull featuring gold chrome-plated ABS teeth, articulated jaw, and a unique, embossed sylvan pattern covering the entire surface of the cranium. Also features a gold embossed Kidrobot x SSUR logo on the base of the skull. ~ CLICK THRU for more snaps and product-press.Priced at US$200 per in an edition of 200 pcs

Pixelmunky for Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy @ Bloodgroup+ Space (April 15-21)

UPDATED: Click Thru to peep full reveal of artwork :)Sneak peek at Chia Aik Beng aka Pixelmunky's contribution for the "Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy" exhibition [WHAT], launching this Thursday April 15th @ BloodGroup+ Space (02-02, 32 Aliwal Street, Singapore) from 7pm. Ai Beng mentioned that all pics were shot utilizing Hipstamatic for iPhone (would be totally wonderous if there were exactly

Toy-Release: Internal Fighter by Solya and Asha

“Internal Fighter” by Ukraine-based designers Solya and Asha is a fully hand-made figure made of resin plaster and dyed with acrylic. Standing 5 inches tall and priced at US$40 per, Internal Fighter comes in 2 colorway editions: "SIA" with 13 pcs, and 66 pcs of the Glow-in-the-Dark "Phosphoric". Released since April 10th and available online via http:// www.solya-i-asha.org.ua (and in “Toshoshop

New Iron Man 2 Interactive Trailer

A new Iron Man 2 interactive trailer has been launched, featuring "hotspots" within the video that will release further content and information on the characters (new & old), the evolution of the Iron Man suit and the film's centrepieces the Monaco style "Race of Champions" and Stark Expo 2010.IRON MAN 2 premieres April 28th worldwide.

Toy-Release: General Zoo Part 2: Origins by Double Line

[9 x images in slideshow above / CLICK for full-screen viewing]Fool's Paradise General Zoo Part 2: Origins figure is currently available for order via the Fools Paradise Blog.Priced at US$120 with a limited production of 270 pcs worldwide, General Zoo is scheduled to ship between June/July 2010.I like that the parts of the figure is "interchangeable" with the previously released "Part 1

Left Foot of Cthulhu Juice Crew by Dynomight NYC (April 30-drop) / Production Process of CJC

PRESS: Dynomight NYC is happy to announce its next release! Left Foot (Cthulhu Juice Crew #3) has been manufactured by the Sucklord in his secret Chinatown sweatshop! Each piece is hand detailed and hand assembled by Dynomight NYC. Orders for this 25 piece run will be available on April 30th at 4:30pm EST. They will retail for 35 dollars. Each piece also comes with a free sketch card and a

Art-Preview: Andy Yang for Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy @ BloodGroup+ Space (April 15/16-21)

Be in awe of the Mutant Star Goat (Spurious Tale of Impending Doom)!!![CLICK THRU to peep updated reveal]Artist Andy Yang previews a sneak-peek of his contribution (left-top) to the "Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy" exhibition ~ launching @ BloodGroup+ Space (02-02, 32 Aliwal Street) on April 15th (7pm Launch party) and open to public from April 16th onwards thru to April 21st, 2010 [Full-event

Reed Exhibitions Acquires Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention (STGCC: 10-12 December 2010)

PRESS: Singapore, April 13, 2010: Reed Exhibitions, the world’s leading organizer of trade and consumer events, has today announced that it has acquired the Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention (STGCC) from local toy designer and manufacturer Play Imaginative (PI)... [CLICK THRU for the full emailer-Press Release]Now this is HUGE news (to me anyways). How this impacts the show and future

New Opening Ending Themes 2 Durarara!!

Durarara!! episode 13 finally has aired, this episode was so special because its comes out with new Opening and Ending Theme Durarara!!. For the Opening 2 Theme - Complication by ROOKiEZ is PUNK'D. And for the Ending 2 Theme - Butterfly by ON/OFF.
Hmm, I prefer ED 2 than ED 1 and for OP 1 and OP 2, I like both. But each person must have different tastes. How about you ??

Opening 2 Theme - Complication by ROOKiEZ is PUNK'D

 

Ending 2 Theme - Butterfly by ON/OFF

Custom-Showcase: The Dark Knight Armory 1/6 Diorama by Gee Whiz Customs

No doubt The Dark Knight is one movie that will go down in fans' minds as one of THE classic comicbook films of this century, and we have seen toys both fantastical (Hot Toys) and downright ho-hum (*cough*) ~ but THIS diorama alone blows my toy-mind! Yes, this posted image is a 1/6-scaled toy-diorama created by the folks at Gee Whiz Customs!The Dark Knight Armory Diorama features:• LED Top Lights

Event-Video for Bic Buddy Show @ Zakka (April 9) / Custom Bic-Buddy by NEMO

Moving next from Los Angeles, The Bic Buddy Show launched April 9th @ Zakka in New York, and Robert Ingellis (aka Osiris Orion) and Mike Mendez (aka NEMO) were on hand to video-tape the proceedings, and now shares them with us! How cool are these guys?As an added "bonus", here's NEMO's custom-Bic Buddy for the show:[More event images via Marka27's FB-album]

Toy-Teaser: Lil' Death by Paul Shih

And while Pandara was the lead character featured in a previously released Hollow Threat poster, there was a lil' character that loomed at the side of he stage, and via the deft hands (and creative mind) of it's creator Paul Shih ~ Lil' Death is now on it's way to be a new resin figurine! "Lil' Death is a evil looking happy witch, heals the ills, and pray for sun and rain."Show here is a resin

Cixi de Troy by Olivier Vatine x Attakus

PRESS: Attakus is proud to present the latest from French comics line: Cixi! Cast in high-quality polyresin, this sculpture is taken directly from the concepts and designs of French comic artist Olivier Vatine (Star Wars: Heir of the Empire, Aquablue, Cixi de Troy, Angela, etc.). Each piece is individually hand painted and hand finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality

The Fabric of Football: Football x Fashion by NIKE

NIKE will be having its Spring/Summer 2010 Media Launch on the morning of April 13th at Wisma Atria, Orchard Road ~ featuring a football-inspired collection from NIKE Sportswear (available in-store from April to July 2010), launched to coincide with the World Cup Season.If all goes well (aka "if I can drag my sleepy-bum outta bed"), I'll come back with snaps to share. Much thanks to sistah Pat

Toy-Teaser: Squarehead Fatgirl by Marcio Leitão

In this heightened "PC"-age (ie: "Politically-Correct", not just "Personal Computer"), they are known as "Plus-Sized Girls", but as home-made resin figures, Marcio Leitão calls them "FATGIRL"!(But I am sure Marcio just has a wicked sense of humor LOL)Marcio introduces a new series of Squarehead resins based on the matrony female form, complete with retro-ish hairdo. While product details and/or

Teen Dream: New Work by Jon Knox @ Rotofugi (April 9-25)

Posted above are just some of the resin figures (both new and old) created by Jon Knox (aka Hello, Brute) for his solo show "TEEN DREAM" which opened April 9th at Rotofugi [previews here + here], and if you haven't had a chance to be there for the opening (or be in Chicago for that matter), you can CLICK THRU for more select snaps of what was on show, or go direct to the online preview via

Toy-Teaser: Who Is Tuttz? by END x Argonaut Resins

Who is Tuttz...?The Egyptian King Tutankhamunhad a favorite cat entombed withhim on the day of his demise.Unbeknownst to the world wasthat this particular cat drank theKing’s immortality elixir. Modernday archeologists were quitesurprised to find a emptysarcophagus next to King Tut inthe shape of a...cat. When theancient hieroglyphics on thissmall sarcophagus were translated- the name inscribed

Lemi The Space Wanderer Plush by Eric Wirjanata x Slanted Toys

LEMI The Space Wanderer is a cross between a Television and a Rabbit. Lemi started out as a Deathrockstar Webzine logo mascot, then attained 3-dimensional life as a papertoy, then resin figure and now Lemi goes plush, courtesy of creator Eric Wirjanata (aka Thunderpanda)!Produced by Slanted Toys, Lemi Plush stands 10 inches tall and is limited to 100pcs. Handmade by a small home industry in the

Custom-Release: Petit Ami Kokeshi Collection (Blind Box Customs) by Brigitte Coovert

"Petit Ami Kokeshi Collection" is the first ever blind box series of custom-painted Kokeshi wooden figurines by Brigitte Coovert of Zombuki-fame! The collection is an edition of 6 pieces, with each Kokeshi one-of-a-kind and comes signed on the bottom (in line with the kokeshi tradition). CLICK THRU for more snaps!Standing 1 2/3" tall and priced at US$25, each one sports a variation of the same

Event: Adventures in Lollipopland by Buff Monster @ Giant Robot NY (April 17)

PINK goes heavy-metal when Buff Monster does Giant Robot New York [www] on April 17th (thru to May 19th 2010) as you rev up speed and journey along in "Adventures in Lollipopland" ~ featuring new artwork and custom vinyls. A reception featuring the artist will be held from 6:30 to 10:00 on Saturday, April 17. CLICK THRU for full press release, and an advanced look at what to expect from the show!

Video-Coverage for TAIPEI 100% FREE Show @ Monster Gear Taipei (show ends April 15)

Besides event-snaps and artwork previews previously posted, CLICK THRU for more updates for TAIPEI 100% FREE, this time featuring video-coverage of the show via fan-vids. Do let me know if we are missing out on any further videos for the event and I'll post them here! I don't know about you folks, but besides still images, I personally love to see moving visuals and perhaps even hear sounds from

Toy-Release: Migoi by We Kill You (April 12)

First seen (as a raw sculpt) at We Kill You's solo show "RUBBISH" was this multi-eyed critter named "MIGOI", the second toy in WKY's Mutant monster series. Now the first batch of Migoi has been completed and done up for public consumption, with an online release scheduled for Monday April 12th at 12 noon PST via http://www.wekillyou.netAvailable will be 10 x Clear Face in Purple/Pink colorway, 5

Toy-Teaser: Iron Man Mark IV in 1/6 by Hot Toys

The third 1/6th-scaled figure announced by Hot Toys to be released ~ from the upcoming Iron Man 2 feature film ~ is the Iron Man MARK IV figure! As we await further images and product details to be released, check out the earlier two announced figures on TOYSREVIL: War Machine and teaser for Iron Man's nemesis; Whiplash!

Iron Man 2: 1/4th scale War Machine Collectible Bust by Hot Toys

[5 x images in slideshow above / CLICK for full-screen viewing]After the earlier announcement of the MARK IV 1/4-scale collectible bust [PEEP], Hot Toys presents the next bust from Iron Man 2: WAR MACHINE! Looking quite splendid (as far as busts go), no doubt due to the bulky armor, and rocking as much as the 1/6th-scaled version, IMHO. Scheduled for a 3rd-quarter 2010-release, the 9 inch tall

Clash of the Titans: 1/6th scale Perseus by Hot Toys

After the teaser posted previously, Hot Toys is set to release the 1/6th-scale PERSEUS articulated action figure from the current cinematic -sensation "Clash Of The Titans" ~ featuring the likes of Sam Worthington (shown above is the "updated sculpt" in-front of their earlier "Marcus Wright" release from Terminator: Salvation). Kudos goes out to Kojun for the sculpt, with painting by JC.

Toy-Teaser: More Salamandra Sculpt Turnarounds from Patricio Oliver

A visual update on Patrico Oliver's SALAMANDRA (clay) sculpt (last posted here earlier this week) with two more views of the hulking "humongous guardian" from The Tenebrae series ~ showcasing the furnace mouth, and a tail or back-trapdoor revealing the creature's, well, more flames = *Coolness*The Salamandra vinyl figure will stand 5 inches high, and comes with Almond, the "young ginger witch"

Exit Through The Gift Shop: A Banksy Film

Peep an exclusive 5-min Extended Sneak Peek of Banksy's "Exit Through The Gift Shop" feature film, starring the elusive and infamous Banksy, opening April 16th in the U.S. Tagged as; "The world's first Street Art disaster movie" ~ do check out the official website via http://www.banksyfilm.com for screening schedules.Considering Banksy has "strived" to remain anonymous in all these years, it

Amanda Visell on KTLA

Artist Amanda Visell on KTLA (Los Angeles News and Video for Southern California)

DemiUrge Emesis: Stop-Motion Short Film by Voltaire + Q&A With Voltaire

Voltaire shares with us a short film he had made with Danny Elfman and the band, Rasputina. Titled; "DemiUrge Emesis" ~ the stop-motion animated short can currently be viewed exclusive online via www.smallandcreepy.com (for the month of April). Voltaire-adds: "Danny did the narration and Rasputina performed the score. I did pretty much everything else."The film is the 4th in Voltaire's "

Smorkin' Labbit is Born To Breed

VIDEO-DESCRIPTION: The foul mouthed and eternally grumpy Smorkin' Labbit is bad to the bone. Here he is getting a little ink to prove it in this 3-D animation by Kickstand. For such a tough guy, Labbit seems to be a bit sensitive in the rear. [via]

Talking ToyStreet With Cookies-n-Cream

People get together for many different reasons (and perhaps even intentions) ~ to celebrate a life or death, to fight over or for something, to showcase or share ... or simply to commensurate, in a gathering of like-minded folks and familia, in the pursuance of like-minded hobbies and desires.In many ways, the main intent of this humble little blog you are reading now, is not solely meant to be

Preview For 5-Eyed Dragon Show @ Dragatomi (April 10-May 1)

...It all started with a proposed list of 5 Artists (from Lee Gajda aka Leecifer), then there was the Dragon-mascot of toy-store and art gallery Dragatomi, and when Lee came up with "5-Eyed", the name stuck ~ henceforth becoming the "5-Eyed Dragon Show"! (Joanne from Dragatomi said t'was a true story!)The "5-Eyed Dragon Show" [tagged] scheduled to open this coming Saturday April 10th is

Event: Only In Your Fondest Dreams - New Works by Brian Flynn @ Subtext (April 9)

WHAT: "Only In Your Fondest Dreams" - New Works by Brian FlynnWHEN: April 9th (6-10pm) exhibits thru May 2nd 2010.WHERE: Subtext Gallery (www / 2479 Kettner Blvd)FACEBOOK: Event Page/// CLICK THRU for show description, as well a some select preview images which include objects and prints (with a very distinctive "design" influence), as well as custom Mummy and Gator Boys and other Super7-goodness

Sales-Alert: Skullyboom Pre-orders and Winners of PVC Contest

SKULLYBOOM-PRESS: The SkullyBoom SB1 has finally arrived and we're delighted to say that the launch has been fantastic. Word on the street is that the first shipment of SB1 speakers is nearly sold out after just ONE day. Lucky for us we hid a good stash in our warehouse. The first run is limited to 400 pieces (100 in each color). SB1 Orders placed before April 15th receive a free 4" Die-Cut

Toy-Release: Unnamed Resin Toy by Philip Reed

Philip Reed not only blogs about and reviews toys on BattleGrip, he makes his own toys too ~ now that is something I aspire to, on any given blog-day ~ but no, this post is NOT about me (Me, ME), but about Philip's latest quartet of resin creations!Sporting a hulking chunky-bod and teeny-feets (lurvin' the proportion), this unnamed 3.5 inch tall toy is made from different toy-parts. Available in

Toy-Teaser: Unpainted Bone Vinyl Test Shots of Toy Punk & Mad Battle Man by Reckless Toys

CLICK THRU for a closer-look at Unpainted Bone Vinyl Test Shots of Mike Sutfin's MAD BATTLE MAN and Toypunk's TOY PUNK ~ both produced by Reckless Toys. As well follow the guys on twitter.com/RecklessToys to get the latest headsup on their products ~ that's how I found out about these two test shots, innit? Heh.I don't know about you folks, but the above TOY PUNK is starting to really grow on me

The Saddest Place on Earth in Shenzhen (April 9-May 8)

PRESS: Organised by Little Thing magazine and sponsored by Shenzhen Development bank and Starbucks Coffee. The Saddest place on Earth in Shenzhen touches on exactly that.... our mother Earth. These tear tags, filled with stories and prose centered around the theme of our dying planet in hopes of opening our eyes to the devastating drought affecting South-west China.Little Thing magazine invited

Star Wars MIMOBOT Series 5 (USB flash drives) by Mimoco

PRESS: MIMOBOT® Brings "A New Hope" To USB Ports Everywhere! Designer USB flash drive pioneer Mimoco is excited to unveil its newest line of STAR WARS MIMOBOT designer flash drives. Devoted to the film that started it all - STAR WARS: Episode IV A New Hope - the latest series of classic characters immortalized as USB flash drives includes astromech droid extraordinaire R2-D2 and the

Custom-Showcase: 1:1 Scale WWR Bramble in Cardboard by rustedhalo

Based on a Ashley Wood-designed and ThreeA Toys-manufactured Bramble toy-robot, customizer "rustedhalo" builds a 1:1 scale WWR BRAMBLE out of cardboard (and duct tape), and It Hella Rocks Cardboard-Robot-City! ~ Check out his making-of process posted on Custom Toy Union (all images for video slideshow above via) and find out more about rustedhalo via this CTU-Interview and check out what

Toy-Teaser: Project Squadt QPMNT PACs by FERG of Jamungo

UPDATED-RELEASE-INFO: Retailer version NKD JACK [RGULR] w/qpmnt pac 1 and 2: 6" vinyl, Jack includes: 2 sets of arms, 3 sets of lenses, terry-cloth robe, hidden tanto knife and, as always, a removable helmet. Retailers please contact ferg@playge.net or kim@three-zero.com to order.Qpmnt Pac 1 includes: Threezero logo shirt, Tactical chest-rig, sMK23 with holster and sUMP.Qpmnt Pac 2 includes: Ferg

Custom Celsius Suit Attachments by Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica

"Playability" is perhaps not that "embraced" a notion; in the "collectible art toy" culture, with folks contend with display their figures in shelves pristine and untouched. "Playability" involves two proponents: "Interactivity" and "Enhanced Play" (do note, that these two terms have been made up by me and follow no fixed marketing concept LOL). "Interactivity" may well mean bringing the toy out

Customs-Showcase: Leecifer for 5-Eyed Dragon @ Dragatomi (April 10)

Lee Gajda aka Leecifer sends over super-swell-snaps of a selection of his customed-toys destined for this coming Saturday's "5-Eyed Dragon Show" @ Dragatomi [tagged] launching April 10th and exhibiting thru May 1st, 2010.With a distinct-style Lee can claim as his own (he should) and a flair for the whimsical, his color-popping customs explode ffrom beyond the dark-dimensions, giving "life" and

Stark Expo Player: Iron Man 2 Viral Campaign

Check out the new embedded "Stark Expo" player above, which currently plays the corporate promo-video of "AccuTech" ~ showcasing the "HazTech" Exoskeleton, set to "debut" at Stark Expo 2010 [previously blogged about]. And yes, although this might seem like a double-post ~ what you should also know is, this video player will update itself with ALL subsequent videos (vis-à-vis viral campaign, or

AccuTech Online: Iron Man 2 Viral Campaign Video Now Live!

Iron Man 2 is now only weeks away and following the launch of Marvel's Stark Expo 2010 site last week [www.starkexpo2010.com] - comes the first installment of their viral campaign - which is now live! Check it out here: http://www.starkexpo2010.com/accutech/."AccuTech" are one of Stark Industries subsidiary companies (drawing heavily on the comics) whose future technology will be showcased at

Sales-Alert: Lulubell x WonderCon exclusives Available Online

Now that WonderCon has come and gone, any goodies missed during the event is thankfully made available online, which is always a treat for folks unable to physically attend these shindigs, innit? The good folks at Lulubell Toy Bodega will be offering their exclusive kaiju-goodies (and other "non-exclusives" from the show) via lulubelltoys.com from 12 noon Pacific Time (April 7th), including "the

Toy-Teaser: Yenny Lopez (Sculpt) by Dave Alvarez x Patch Together

PRESS: From the online comic "Yenny" created by artist Dave Alvarez comes YENNY LOPEZ, who is currently shown here in prototype-sculpt by Patch Together, available for preorder here, priced at US$$52.95 for 9 resin inches of Yenny! [MORE PICSWHO-IS: "YENNY is a beautiful young girl who dreams of becoming a famous model. The only problem is, she's got enormous feet. As she waits to be accepted

Toy-Release: DIY Beast by MissMonster

Melita Curphy better known as MissMonster [blog] has been keeping herself very busy lately on the collectible toy-front, not contend with producing her own Uncle Dapper Monster-Plush (on top of her Foo Dog, Tentatiger and Werewolf with Patch Together), she has sculpted and made a brand new figurine dubbed; "BEAST", produced in her own studio! Measuring 4" long x 2.5" tall, currently a blank+

Toy-Release: 5 Inch DIY Jumping Brains by Emilio Garcia x Toy2R

PRESS: Toy2R introduces the 5 Inch Jumping Brain figure from Emilio Garcia. That’s right – your brain just got bigger! Thanks to the overwhelming response to the Jumping Brain Mini Figure release – Toy2R is pushing forward to bring Emilio’s original creation in a size that’s suited for everyone. There have been numerous custom mini brains appearing on the web – so now it’s time to get serious

Event: At The Sock Hop Art Show by Danny Brito @ pinkghost (April 17)

PRESS: South Florida artist, Danny Brito, creates a vintage art space at pinkghost, a designer toy store & gallery. Check out his new work inspired by a blend of kitschy, retro and the 1950's. Attending guests are encouraged to dress up in 50's outfits. There will be a live DJ, yummy treats & pinkghost will be converted into a 50's retro living room. Admission is free.[CLICK THRU for artwork

Online Preview: We Heart Wood - Jibibuts Custom Show @ Munky King (April 8)

The WE HEART WOOD Jibibuts Custom Show opens this coming Thursday April 8th at Munky King Melrose (7pm) ~ for which co-curator "Zury Ponce and the team at Munky King Melrose have been hard at work creating a beautiful installation space" ~for. (CLICK THRU for list of participating artists). An online preview is currently viewable via MunkyKing.com (for which I've reformatted some snaps for a

Custom-Showcase: Mushroomy Custom-Dunny by 64Colors

"Mushroomy" is a gorgeously custom-painted 8-inch Dunny by 64Colors, featuring their signature style of utilizing the toy-canvas to depict magical lands filled with enchanted forests and pixie inhabitants. The one-of-one edition "Mushroomy" was put up for sale on their online shop and has since been sold. Weep, my friends, for you could not score a Mushroomy for yourself, weep gently... [More

Event/Customs: Glyos, GodBeast and GoboTanks by Jesse DeStasio @ MoCCA Festival 2010 (April 10-11 / Booth E17)

Jesse DeStasio shares with us news of his participation of the coming MoCCA Festival 2010 this coming April 10-11th weekend in New York, where he will set up shop at Booth E17 and bringing along a slew of customs, shown and listed below:01. 6 inch 10th Anniversary Nose Bleed Rex Ganon The Indestructible Man02. Glyuts mini ashcan Comic Book by Ralph Niese03. 4 inch ASTRONOTANYMORE space zombie

Online Preview: Primeval Love by Amanda Visell @ Natural History Museum of Los Angeles (April 9)

Friday April 9th will see a one-night only solo exhibition of Amanda Visell's latest work ~ collectively known as PRIMEVAL LOVE ~ at The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles [www], which when you peruse thru the online preview here, would recognize why the exhibition-locale is so apt, IMHO.(Or you could just CLICK THRU to see some select swiped-images posted on this here blog).What had also

Custom-Showcase: Fevers and Translucent Dreams by Brent Nolasco (For "5-Eyed Dragon Show" @ Dragatomi / April 10)

CLICK THRU for peeps galore of Brent Nolasco's last and final preview of his custom piece, scheduled to debut at the coming "5-Eyed Dragon Show" @ Dragatomi, launching April 10th [tagged] ~ which is shaping up to be quite a cool show, IMHO. 5-Eyed Dragon is a group show featuring works from SouthernDrawl, Betso, DrilOne, Brent Nolasco, and Leecifer.TITLE: Fevers and Translucent DreamsMEDIUM: Aves

Invitation To Exhibit @ Malaysia International Toys Fair 2010

Here's a little update about the upcoming Malaysia International Toy Fair 2010 [last blogged] with an "Invitation To Exhibit" featuring a "early bird" price of RM2,500 package (which will end by this month).A smaller-space alternative of 1.5m x 3m "Artist Corner" is also offered to showcase your artworks, priced at RM600 for 2 days (Sounds pretty darn cool to me!).[All above information courtesy

Dirty Hands: The Art and Crimes of David Choe (Trailer)

"Dirty Hands is a documentary film based on artist David Choe by Harry Kim ~ a film which started filming in the year 2000 ~ and will now be presented in Los Angeles (@Sunset 5 on April 30th-May 6th) and San Francisco (May 21st-27th). Find out more about the film via www.dirtyhandsmovie.com, and score some movie swag offa dirtyhands.flyingcart.com. Perhaps folks reading this blog would be more

Toy-Teaser: New 4 Inch TO-FUs from DEVILROBOT x Play Imaginative

DEVILROBOTS reveals images of their upcoming trio of 4-inch tall vinyl-figures made with Play Imaginative: Pisces TO-FU, Aquarius TO-FU & Love TO-FU! Currently neither drop-date, price nor availability details are revealed (as of this published-post), so all we can do is CLICK THRU for a closer look, along with a quick visual-catchup with previous 4 inches of cuteness-releases in the TO-FU family

Contest: Oh My Greek God! on Patch Together

Patch Together has been conducting monthly design-themes whereby folks submit their designs to be made into a toy (and score some cash for winning too). And this month's theme is a timely one, methinks ~ along with the release of the remake Clash Of The Titans = *Cool*PATCH-TOGETHER-PRESS: Are you a fan of Greek Mythology creatures? We hope you are because this month's challenge theme is Oh My

Toy-Teaser: Salamandra Sculpt (The Tenebrae) from Patricio Oliver

We first saw "Salamandra" as a turnaround drawing [PEEP], now it's creator Patricio Oliver shares with us an image of the sculpt in 3-dimensions (along with a colored image next to it). Standing 5 inches tall, "SALAMANDRA The Humongous Guardian" was "created" by the young ginger witch; Almond, and is a part of The Tenebrae family of characters. Shown-right is a lil image I cobbled-up to show the

Open Call For Custom 2.5" DIY Qees by Toy2R

ATTENTION ARTISTS : This is an open call from Toy2R USA for customizers to submit their custom 2.5" DIY Qees for a small exhibit scheduled for May 7th. If you have an existing custom or can create one by the end of April - email info@toy2rusa.com for more details. [Source: Toy2R-facebook]TRE-SAYS: Not wholly sure (and I never did ask) if this call is open to "International" artists ~ because

Toy-Release: Kozik Potamus WERMACHT & D-DAY Editions by Toy2R

PRESS: (Frank) Kozik’s 6″ Potamus suits up in military garb for the next release wave as Toy2R continues to roll out the big guns for 2010! Calling to duty are the WERMACHT and D-DAY editions – both limited in production but ready for some action. Distributed in North America by Apex Trading Company – Toy2R is planning for a mid-year assault launch for both versions. Dig in as these two

Toy-Release: New 21 Inch FabriQee Bear by Doink x Toy2R USA

PRESS: Toy2R proudly presents the new plush release – FabriQee 21 Inch Bear. These designer plush collectibles will feature artwork from some of the most memorable Qee releases from artists across the globe as well as new designs made exclusively for this project.The first release will be from the artist known as Doink and the iconic design which inspired so many Qee releases. Available in a

Spotted@WonderCon: Upcoming Figure from Brent Nolasco x Blamo Toys

Brent Nolasco shares with us his new upcoming (production) figure with Blamo Toys ~ as seen in this picture snapped (by Vinyl Pulse) at the past weekend's WonderCon in San Francisco.Featuring a creation with suspect mousey-ears, this figure shows yet again Brent current evolution into mashups of iconic and symbolistic characters unto something completely new and visceral, IMHO. Stay tuned for

Toy-Release: Creamous - Accessories Vol2 by Alan Leong

Local resin-toymaker Alan Leong sends word of his new CREAMOUS - Accessories Vol2 ~ in two new colors ~ which Alan reckons: "Makes everyone feel like chewing it."Priced at US$30 per and orderable online via www.creamous.com ~ the handmade Mr.Purple stands 4.5cm, while Mr.Cyan stands 4cm tall. CLICK THRU for more snaps.

Toy-Teaser: Hieroman (Prototype) by GOLD COIN x Hieroglyphics

PRESS: GOLD COIN ® has teamed up with Bay Area hip hop legends the Hieroglyphics to create their first ever vinyl toy. Designed by GC creative director, Ray "Three" Robinson 3, the figure is called Hieroman and the prototype can be seen here. It stands at just over 7" tall and the head spins to change faces. The front face is a reworked rendition of the classic Hiero logo with the back being a

Toy-Release: C2E2 Exclusive Chicago Dog Plush by Shawnimals

SHAWNIMALS-said: "You may know how much we love food, and, of course, we love plush. We thought: Why not combine the two again? That's right! It's the Chicago Dog, limited edition, handmade plush by Shawnimals for the upcoming Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (better known as C2E2) coming to McCormick Place in just two short weeks."PRODUCT-PRESS: The 6-inch tall Chicago Dog comes in a clear

Toy-Release: NKD Jack GID by Project Squadt (April 12-drop)

Project Squadt prepares to unleash their next vinyl operative, and he comes dressed to hunt and will complete his mission in stealth and style!NKD Jack GID S00? will be released Monday April 12th from 12 noon Central via http://store.projectsquadt.com. Limited to 100pcs and priced at US$85 per (includes international shipping anywhere) ~ do note that the GID version is different from the Retailer

Event-Coverage: The ToyStreet Experience With Robert Losito

CLICK THRU to journey along with Robert Losito ("Smack6102" on Twitter) as he chronicles his time spent at last Friday's ToyStreet [tagged] organized by the folks at Cookies & Cream, and experience first-hand (as close as "first-hand-connected-via-www-across-oceans" can get, yo!) what he had seen and felt, via words and images!Rob is a fervent supporter of the toy culture (and as far as I know, a

Toy-Teaser: New Our Hero Apprentice Prototype Reveals by Dynomight NYC

Here's a lil "Easter Egg Surprise" from creator Justin Rudy at Dynomight NYC: NEW productions shots of their "Our Hero APPRENTICE" prototype! CLICK THRU for a closer look at the Pretty In Plastic sculpted-and-manufactured 6-inch tall resin figure ~ featuring more reveals/shots since our last reveal post on TOYSREVIL ~ as well as a couple more surprises :) [9 x images in slideshow above / CLICK

Event: Robotars 1st Custom Show @ Art Asia Gallery, Philippines (April 16)

"TOY SAVES TREES! Robotars: robotic tarsiers were designed to destroy, but lived to love."PRESS: You are invited to the 1st ROBOTARS designer toy custom show! In this exhibition, artists customize a blank resin-cast Robotar sculpture, transforming it into various personalities. Robotars was created by architect and artist Jomike Tejido, who aims to have this independently- produced art toy hop

Custom-Showcase: Popeye by Southerndrawl (For "5-Eyed Dragon")

To be frank, before I'd spotted this custom-Da Minci on Southerndrawl's facebook-album, I had plain forgotten about the classic-cartoon POPEYE The Sailorman! An old fav from my childhood, the adventures of the spinach-guzzling anti-hero had disappeared amidst the veil of the new-fangled CGI-animation dazzle, and the allure of Japanese anime, IMHO. So instead of blabbing on about how awesome-cool

Pixar: 20 Years of Animation (in Singapore) & 100 Character Scales

CLICK on above image to view the full-image for "100 Character Scales of Pixar" infographic by Chile-based designer Juan Pablo Bravo ~ which basically scales each of our fav PIXAR-animated movie characters against each other! Ever wondered how NEMO the clown-fish sizes up against WALL-E? Or if MR INCREDIBLE can actually fit inside one of the CARS? (Source: DisneyPixar).All of which comes very "

Toy-Release: Mr. & Mrs. Zombie Toast Set by Sleepyrobot13 (April 5-drop)

"He's back!!!" And this time he's brought a friend! Zombie Toast was feeling kind of lonely, so he created a friend. It didn't take much time at all. He just dropped a slice of bread behind the fridge and waited... Soon enough he had his own "Mrs. Zombie Toast"! Together they are unstoppable!Now, I know better than to doubt claims from a Zombie Toast, because really, I do like my toasts and do

Custom-Showcase: Astrozombie by kngl (Silent Armada Soldier)

The creator of the resin Silent Armada was asked: "who's within a Silent Armada soldier (?)" ~ and *kngl* answers it with a brand new custom dubbed ASTROZOMBIE ~ based on his original resin (Made with Vinyl Monster). CLICK THRU for full-peeps at this vision of rust and blood, and for what really lies beneath the helmet!*kngl* also adds that this is a stand-alone 1/1-edition custom that will debut

Custom-Showcase: Paw Wolverine! by WuzOne

CLICK THRU for a glorious slideshow-peek at WuzOne's Custom Wolverine done on a PAW! figure [WHAT] from coarse! Featuring real metal pieces for the claws, this custom of Wolverine in his "classic" yellow+blue spandex, is 100% hand-paintend using spray paint, markers and acrylics paint. (WuzOne also mentions that this was based on an original idea from his screenwriter-friend Dan Harris)Now, what

Toy-Showcase: Pludoz by Glen Fernández

Illustrator Glen Fernández turned his creative directions towards developing a couple of toy series ~ although one remains a "secret" for now (I can tell you tis going to be in full-resin cast + ceramic!), what I can share with you folks now is "PLUDOZ" ~ featuring figures sculpted with polymer clay on wood (with plans to be resin+wood in future). One thing's for sure, these critters will be

Toy-Release: Nie Nie Sheep by Perfect? x Monster Taipei + How2Work (March 14-drop)

MONSTER GEAR sends snaps and info of their new toy dubbed NIE NIE SHEEP, designed by “Perfect?” (an all-female design team from Taiwan). With a scheduled release on March 14th, NIE NIE SHEEP is limited to 300 pieces, with a SRP of NT$950 per. (Available at MonsterGear in Taipei City and via email: monstergear08@gmail.com). CLICK THRU for more!PRODUCT-TEXT: She resides inside a 14cm x 14 cm box

Event-Images for Taipei 100% FREE @ Monster Gear Taipei (April 2-15)

CLICK THRU for some event-snaps of the TAIPEI 100% FREE event at MONSTER GEAR, which saw the Taipei-based shopspace turned into a Danke Schoen-playground of colors featuring interpretations of the bears by a host of Japanese and international artists [featured / tagged]. TAIPEI 100% FREE exhibits thru April 15th 2010.Opening day on April 2nd saw "live" painting sessions featuring Satoshi

Event: Split Obsession Grand Re-Opening @ Ala Moana (April 10)

PRESS: Split Obsession presents The Grand Re-Opening of Split Obsession's Ala Moana Location @ 1450 Ala Moana Blvd #2201 (Mall level next to Neiman Marcus) ~ happening Saturday April 10th, 2010 (5pm-8pm). For the Grand Re-Opening Split Obsession will have live painting by Philippe Anthony. His painting will be given away at the end of the night to one lucky person. Music will be provided by

Spotted@WonderCon: Jouwes In A Row @ KusoVinyl (Booth #1343)

Seen on display at the KusoVinyl-booth #1343 on Day 2 of WonderCon was an row of JOUWE vinyl figures in different colorways! Lined up alongside Red Jouwe [which made it's official US-debut release / blogged] were a White/Blank, (possibly) a GID, a Light-Blue, a bright Yellow and a Grey colorway Jouwe. Be it prototype color-samples or future exclusive collaboration-releases, they sure look mighty

Event: Dai Rakugaki Matsuri @ Super7 (April 3)

Koji Harmon aka Cometdebris brings word of "Dai Rakugaki Matsuri" ~ a show launching April 3rd at Super7 San Francisco, featuring new work by Gargamel (Kiyoka Ikeda & Naoya Ikeda), Chanmen, KaToPe, and Cometdebris (who will be showcasing over 20 Cometdebris custom and collabo-figures ~ CLICK THRU to vew preview peeks!)Dai Rakugaki Matsuri will also feature exclusive figure releases, live painting

Green Men, Suck-Sharks and Suckpegs: The Sucklord Goes Green?

The Sucklord Goes Green? Well, green be the (predominant) color of bootlegged choice for this next round of resin offerings; from a new GREEN MAN bootleg-figure, to SUCK-SHARKS and SUCKPEG REJECTS, which made their debut at the recently held Toy Street event in NYC (circa April 2nd / tagged). [CLICK THRU for peeps and words]GREEN MAN SYNDROME: A new 40 piece edition bootleg figure"to tide us all

Spotted@ToyStreet: Stormurai Trooper by Ghetto Geppetto

CLICK THRU for info + full-pics of the Star Wars Storm Trooper and Japanese Samurai warrior-mash-up aptly dubbed; "STORMURAI TROOPER" created by Ghetto Geppetto, as seen, snapped and snagged by Robert Losito, when then resin figure made it's debut on Friday's Toy Street-event in New York [blogged]. The Stormurai Trooper by "Ghetto Geppetto" (aka Lewis Ojeda) came bagged with header card, with the

Spotted@ToyStreet: TUTTZ by Argonaut Resins

Spotted at Toy Street (circa April 2nd / blogged) was Argonaut Resins' new resin figurines: "TUT CATS" "TUTTZ" ~ designed by Eric Nocella Diaz ~ on display (but *not for sale*) alongside previously released designer resin figures [CLICK for coverage on this blog, or else I have failed in my efforts] ~ standing all regal-Egyptian God-Bastet-like in yummy colors ~ More details as they emerge :)

Video Coverage for Sketchbot Custom Show

VIDEO-DESCRIPTION: Video coverage shot by Dave Gittleman on his Canon 5DKMII during the opening of the Sketchbot Custom Show at myplasticheart NYC on Friday, March 26th 2010 [customs-tagged]. Sketchbot-creator Steve Talkowski had invited 50 artists to interpret a blank DIY Sketchbot in any fashion they saw fit. The results are currently listed and purchasable online via myplasticheart.com. The

Events: Qee Anniversary Show & Yoka Custom Show @ Rivet Gallery (April 3 launch)

Double the reasons to pop by Rivet Gallery this Saturday April 3rd, with the opening of not one, but TWO group custom shows! Namely the Toy2R 15th Anniversary Qee show [blogged] and Custom Yoka Show "U.S. Gallery Tour" [Venues blogged / Customs tagged]. An opening reception will be held for both exhibitions from 7-10pm and complimentary beverages will be provided by Magic Hat. (Some artists will

Balls Out 2010 @ Grasshut (April 2-30)

PRESS: On April 2nd the first Friday of the month GH will be hosting Balls Out. A full on giz into the eyeballs of the viewer with over 50 artists doing 18x18 and 9x9 square panels. The theme- Go Balls Out. Put all your art love and juice into one piece of work. The line-up is… well, it’s flipping awesome. Balls Out will be a rare chance for the Pacific Northwest to see work from some of these

Booth Display Images for KusoVinyl @ WonderCon 2010 (April 2-4)

WonderCon opened it's doors to the public on Friday April 2nd at the Moscone Center South in San Francisco, and via the miracles of the internets ~ we folks who are thousands of miles away ~ are able to partaketh of the event, well, via photos, innit? KusoVinyl had posted Day 1-snaps on their blog featuring oddles of vinyl-treats and surprises, which you can CLICK THRU for a peek, along with my

Art-Showcase: Incarnation by Mark Ryden

Take a time-lapse journey along with artist Mark Ryden as he gives painted life to "Incarnation", for "The Gay 90's" exhibition @ Paul Kasmin Gallery, New York (circa April 29, 2010). Music by Mark Ryden's fav musician, Dustin O'Halloran. The image was made as a Lithographic poster for sale on April 1st, which has since been sold out of it's 500-pcs run. CLICK THRU for a peek at the final "

Toy-Teaser: Unnamed (But Excitable) Vinyl Toy by Scott Tolleson

Scott Tolleson sends over a jumping-teaser (literally) of the next toy he has in the works. So far what we know is (A) that they will come as a set, (B) They will be produced in vinyl with "a whopping 1 point of articulation!", and (C) The first colorway is planned for availability in time for SDCC.Seen-right may or may not be the figures in question (may well be wooden toys too :p), but it

Toy-Release: Kombat Kings Death Edition by 2PetalRose

To say I'm a "sucker for all-toys black-colored" may well be an exaggeration, but in this particular reference to these new KOMBAT KING - DEATH EDITION resin figures from UK-based toy-makers 2PetalRose? I'd gladly claim suckerhood! (Well, "technically" tis not "all-black" with the cool white face-skull accent, innit? heh). CLICK THRU to get better acquainted with the differing Death Editions:

Toy-Teaser: Clash Of The Titans' Perseus in 1/6 by Hot Toys

Hot Toys unveils the teaser of their 1/6th-scale PERSEUS from their licensed adaptation of the big-screen swords, sandals and man-skirts epic remake of Clash Of The Titans, featuring the likeness of Sam Worthington! Shown here is the demigod with a severed Medusa's head in hand, and shows that it is pretty much not your kiddie-toy right here (NOT that Hot Toys ever was, innit?). *Lovely*While we

Event: Iced Out by Scott Hove @ La Luz de Jesus Gallery (April2-25)

What's happening lately in the Heng household, is the spirit of "baking", with dad and sis taking up the culinary activity vis-à-vis baking classes ~ whereas I, on the other hand, have zero aptitude in the making-of, but is definitely apt in the devouring-of (heh) ... but I loves me sum cake, anytime anywhere (except "mint" cakes, I do not like tasting "toothpaste"...). Then when I saw the above

Toy-Feature: Duster by DMS

I first knew of DUSTER by DMS via an email submission, and immediately found the form intriguing, if not vaguely familiar ~ perhaps a mecha afloat in my dreams, or perhaps a long-forgotten denizen of the toy-realms ... regardless, the handmade Duster-figures (from "Planet 44") measuring 4" x 3" has seen releases in four editions thus far, three of which (shown above) are still available via http:

Suparobo Series Daimos Teaser & Kusopop Tee from Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica

I don't know which one gets me more excited about: Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica's upcoming Suparobo Series featuring TOSHO DAIMOS on their Celsius-customs (April-drop / Limited 5-of-5)? Or their upcoming tee project with Kusopop (Kuso Vinyl's upcoming clothing line)? The baby-Celsius is effin adorable tho, innit? Stay tuned for further reveals and details!

泡(pao)'s New April Friend & Availability @ Little Dröm Store, Singapore

泡(pao) gets to meet a new friend on the first day of April, and 泡(pao) is not exactly thrilled about it ... find out more via www.paoismyname.net (click on page and scroll-left to read). And if you are hankering for some 泡(pao)-goodness in Singapore? Do pop by The Little Dröm Store @ 7, Ann Siang Hill (62255541) where you can grab pao's 01235 poster (with bonus item: pao namecard from creator

Frank Kozik Signing @ Neon Monster Booth 944 - WonderCon 2010 (April 3)

Besides hosting their "Wondercon Resin Showcase" [blogged] @ Wondercon this Easter-weekend at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, Neon Monster will also be hosting an autograph/signing session with Frank Kozik at their booth #944 on Saturday, April 3rd (from 12noon to 2pm). Fancy getting your 10-inch neon polka dot Labbit signed?How to locate booth #944? Keep a lookout for a 6-foot plush of "

Dragatomi for WonderCon 2010 (Booth 1221)

Duo release are in-store at the Dragatomi booth (#1221) @ Wondercon this weekend (April 2-4) featuring Jesse Hernandez's Ghost "GID" Ozomahtli and the official U.S. release of Droplets Series 2 by Jam Factory x Crazy Label [tagged]. Pop by, score some toy-goodness and tell'em TOYSREVIL sent'ya!GID Ozomahtli drops Friday April 2nd at noon, with Jesse in attendance for signing from 1-4pm on both

Neon Monster's Wondercon Resin Showcase @ WonderCon 2010 (Booth 944)

The "Wondercon Resin Showcase" happening at Wondercon this weekend (April 2nd-4th 2010) is hosted by Neon Monster (Booth #944) and is curated by Jeremy Brautman, who has brought together a swell selection of resin-based (duh) toy makers, including Cris Rose, Spencer Hibert, Hello, Brute and MONSTREHERO ~ with an even more amazing selection of figurines to be gawked at and procured at the Moscone

Event Images of Powerslaves by Skinner x Martin Ontiveros @ Super 7

Kirkland Jue of Toybot Studios covered the recent launch of "Powerslaves": a two-man show @ Super7, featuring artworks from Skinner and Martin Ontiveros (CLICK THRU to peep select snaps or go direct to Kirkland's blog for the full-set), which also saw the reveal of Skinner's new toy named; "LURKER", who's set to be released at this weekend's WonderCon, San Francisco (April 2-4). Currently no

Worlds At Atomic War (Part 1) + Interview with Patrick de Leon

SHORT FILM SYNOPSIS: "The Earth is being invaded by Martians, suddenly another mysterious race enters the picture who seems to have previous knowledge of (and a vendetta against) the Martians. Why are the Martians invading? Who are the strange amphibious aliens helping us? Why is young Chip Carson caught in the middle?"Worlds At Atomic War (Part 1) is a new short film by Patrick de Leon (maker

Bling-Up Your Life With The Shimmer MIMOBOT by Mimoco

My Eyes! MY EYES! ~ Blinded may be your delicate eyes with this blinged-out (do people even use the word "bling" anymore?) MIMOBOT USB flashdrive dubbed SHIMMER by Mimoco!"Shimmer MIMOBOT has just beamed down from the crystal caves on Planet Blooh. 64GB of MIMOBling! This limited edition, solid platinum MIMOBOT, encrusted with 82 precious crystals, is limited to a 100 unit edition size."Priced at

Event: Chomping At The Bit by Jared Cain @ Ultra Pop! (April 9)

Come April 9th, Ultra Pop! in Louisville Kentucky will see the first custom show of it's kind with "Chomping at the Bit" by Jared Cain (aka Nikejerk) ~ a solo show featuring Super Mario-themed custom toys and more (over 40 custom pieces), including Jared's new Dunny blind box series. I'm personally enjoying Jared's scribble-accents, as it alludes to a sense of motion of the custom-characters :)[

Previews for Living Between Worlds by Kathie Olivas & Brandt Peters @ Gallery1988 LA (April 2)

Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters' LIVING BETWEEN WORLDS [blogged] opens April 2nd at Gallery 1988, Los Angeles ~ and we have a "final" round of preview-peeks, courtesy of the G1988-blog ~ which you can peep by CLICKING THRU. Of visual note are the myriad customs of Brandt's SKELVE (also set for a launch on the same day, featuring the OG-Colorway Skelve) and a series of "Pull Toys" from Kathie,

Art-Showcase: Flying Friend with 20 Pyramids by Manuel Heischel

Manuel Heischel (of cikcuk dunia fantasi) sends over snaps and words of installation artwork named: "fliegender freund mit 20 pyramieden" ("flying friend with 20 pyramids") ~ as seen on display at Plaza Indonesia Shopping Center, Jakarta Indonesia, for their "Plaza Indonesia-20th Anniversary Art Festival". The 1.3m x 1.3m x 1.3m plush Flying Friend was first previewed here on TOYSREVIL. I hope it

Toy-Release: Neopolitan Morsels by Gary Ham (April 3-drop)

Gary Ham of SUPERHAMS-fame prepares for a release this coming Saturday April 3rd, of his NEOPOLITAN MORSELS figure! Standing 8 inches tall (upon a metal base) and sporting curves to swoon over for, only 5 x Neopolitan Morsels will be made available at US$185 each (plus shipping). Interested parties are to have your clickers on the ready @ 12pm (Mountain Standard time) online via

MONSTREHERO @ WonderCon 2010

Besides (the previously posted) Sparkleminons available at Lulubell Toys booth #233, MONSTREHERO will also be offering a special trio of Victims (#1, #2, and the brand-new #3) on display Neon Monster's "Wondercon Resin Showcase". See them at booth #944 and 946 ~ WonderCon, April 2nd to 4th, 2010.Also note that Sean of MONSTREHERO will be in attendance at Lulubell's booth on Saturday 12noon to do

Lulubell Toys @ WonderCon 2010 (with MonstreHero + RealxHead + Cure + Shikaruna)

Kaiju and resin-delights comes to WonderCon this April 2-4th in San Francisco, courtesy of Lulubell Toys @ booth #223!CLICK THRU to have a peek at what exclusives they have in store, which includes glittery-resins from MonstreHero, and kaijus from Real x Head, Cure and Shikaruna! [8 x images in slideshow above]PRESS: Presenting MonstreHero x Lulubell Toys WonderCon exclusive: Sparkleminion ~

MUTT Products @ WonderCon (Dragatomi booth 1221)

Be on the lookout at the upcoming WonderCon, for products from MUTT ~ showcasing iPhone skins and home accessories, which include wall clock and coaster sets, and even lunch boxes ~ featuring artwork from Brent Nolasco, Matthew Ryan Sharp, Project Detonate and Tyler Coey.Make a beeline to Dragatomi's booth #1221, or if you are unable to be in San Francisco physically between April 2nd to 4th, hop

Custom-Showcase: Itadakimarshall by j*ryu @ WonderCon 2010 (Dragatomi booth 1221)

[3 x images in slideshow above / CLICK for full-screen viewing]PRESS: Marshall's gone japanese in a big way! Presenting Itadakimarshall Series 1: California Dreamin'; a set of 6 customs by designer j*ryu, available at Wondercon, April 2-4th at Dragatomi (booth #1221). Each set comes with a customized Marshall, wasabi skull & ginger accessories along with display stand for US$130 with

Antoinette the Sympathy Girl by Necessaries Toy Foundation

DKE-TOYS-PRESS: NTF has released this great new colorway of the long sold out 2002 Sympathy for the Records Industry logo figurine. This figure is based on Pablo's art and sculpted by Nathan Cabrera.The Blue Edition of Antoinette the Sympathy Girl (image-center with pink hair) stands (approx) 13 inch tall roto-vinyl figure and is limited to 300 pcs worldwide and has a SRP of US$40, and comes