While maybe it’s true that you can’t buy friends, you can buy buddies. The new Bic Buddy platform figure designed by Marka27 for Bic Plastics will debut with the upcoming August release of Series 1 featuring major up and coming artists.
Since this is a brand new shape, here’s a look at the blank figure – definitely “taller and chunkier than your average 3” vinyl toy”. The base seen in these picture setups is not part of the figure and was used solely for display purposes. Not missing any details, Bic Plastics has created a special version of the figure with accessory ports for designs that need them, such as the winged characters. For characters without accessories, no distracting holes… Very nice.
We know you’re probably thinking, show me the toys! So starting today, we’ll bring you a look at three Bic Buddy designs each Tuesday, until you’ve seen ‘em all. We kick off our previews of this brand-new platform series with designs by graffiti Legend COPE2, Jesse Hernandez, and kaNO.
Bic Plastics will release a special SDCC exclusive version of Jesse Hernandez’s design. Then in August, the Bic Buddy artist series 1 will launch for $7.95 per blind box (25 per case) with release events scheduled at Toy Tokyo (NYC), Munky King (Los Angeles), and Rotofugi (Chicago).
After the jump, close-up shots of the three Bic Buddy designs plus bios of each artist. Check back next Tuesday for your first look at another trio of designs.
COPE2
Cope2 is a graffiti artist who also created a legacy in New York with his art and creativity. Cope2 has been painting since 1978, his urban style of art work can
be found in galleries and walls all over the world. He was very active in the art scene in 1980's and 1990's and came to be known as the ambassador for New
York graffiti. In 2003, Cope2 was commissioned by Time Life magazine to design a billboard campaign. Cope2 is also the featured graffiti artist in Marc Ecko's
video game "Getting Up", and most recently in Grand Theft Auto IV. He also worked with Converse, Prokeds and an exclusive campaign for Adidas Originals
in Europe.
Jesse Hernandez
Jesse Hernandez’s art combines traditional indigenous styles and themes with an urban street sensibility. His work utilizes bold line work, sharp colors, and dynamic imagery across many different mediums, most widely known for his custom painted toys, illustration, and canvas work. His style also draws upon his animation background. Hernandez currently works full time for The Filipino Channel as Art Director/Co-Creator of the cartoon series “The Nutshack” , and creates freelance artwork through his company, Immortal Studios.
His artwork has been featured in many books and magazines such as Maxim, YRB, Giant Robot, Clutter, Playtimes, Dot Dot Dash, Great new Characters, Flux, and has participated in art shows all around the world. He currently has toys out with Kid Robot ,Kaching Brands, and Toyqube, and future releases with BIC Plastics, Upper Deck, Minigods, and Super Rad Toys.
kaNO
Animation artist turned illustrator/toy designer kaNO designs everything from Saturday morning cartoons to designer vinyl toys. He first popped on to the scene with his highly anticipated Moneygrip figure, which was followed by his Bodega figure and soon to be released HI-DEF figure. His art work has been published by Brand Studio Press as an art book titled Citizen Kano, The Art of The Hustle. His clients include Nike, Upper Deck, Cartoon Network, Hasbro, MTV, Nickelodeon, Miramax and Scion to name a few.
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