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Jan 07, 2010
Factory Hand Paint Edition Mongolions!!
Super7’s rotating banner revealed a special release, which is me making giddy like a little school girl! Slated to be released sometime in mid January is the FHP (Factory Handpaint) Mongolion by L’amour Supreme, which matches the Original HP’s from head to toe. These figures were originally supposed to be released for Joel’s solo show at S7 in October. Unfortunately, things happen in the factory and the project had to be pushed back. Bu,t they are here now! No word on whether or not these will be available online, but they most definitely will be available in store. Choosing the one you want may be tough, because Alex of S7 notes that the choice of figures may not be up to you (blind?). The good thing is that you will be able to purchase 2! So if you get doubles, trade with someone who gets doubles of the opposite figure!
Dunny Fatale KLOR Giveaway!!
Upon purchase of a case of the Dunny Fatale series by Kidrobot on January 28th, you will receive a special exclusive 3” KLOR Dunny (The other half of 123Klan)! This Dunny is limited to only 500 pieces and can only be obtained at one of the following stores. (Store Listings HERE)
Mr. Cappy from Blamo Toys
For their first drop of 2010, Blamo Toys will introduce Mr. Cappy. The new figure with found-object appeal will be available in two editions – Brass (6 pcs) and Resin. The Brass version features a solid brass body, rusted bottle caps for arms and legs (found on the beaches of Bali), and brass hands. The resin edition features a hand-cast resin body, and rusted bottled caps. Both Mr. Cappy’s drop on January 11th @ Noon PST.
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Joe Ledbetter x The Loyal Subjects – Art Switches x 2
The Loyal Subjects are about to debut their new Art Switches – light switch plates featuring art from some of today’s hottest artists. First out of the gate are two designs from Joe Ledbetter based on his paintings. A simple, practical way to add a splash of art to your pad. Each Art Switch will retail for $14.00 and includes two mounting screws for quick and easy installation. An art object for any space. Art Switches will be from The Loyal Subjects web shop and select retailers.
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KAWS – 4’ Dissected Compnaion on KAWSONE (1.8)
KAWS will drop his Black 4-foot Dissected Companion over on KAWSONE tomorrow @ Noon EST. ‘Nuff said – warm up your browser and get ready to pounce.
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Preview: Chauskoskis for When Hell Freezes Over (1.8)
On the eve of the When Hell Freezes Over opening (1.8), a group custom show featuring artist interpretations of Lou Pimentel’s Cranston Fellows Jr. resin figure, we’re happy to bring you a look at an incredible piece.
With Papi Cranston, Chauskoskis has taken the base Cranston figure and transformed it into a demon whose story seems to unfold naturally through his shape, his gangly arms, and his facial expression. Chauskoskis has quickly impressed collectors with his super detailed sculpting ability which is on full display with this piece.
If you’re fortunate to be near NYC, make plans to drop on over to myplasticheartnyc for the show opening this Friday evening from 6 to 9 PM.
myplasticheartnyc
210 Forsyth St.
New York, New York 10002
646.290.6866
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Glass Hat – Grass Hut Invades Gallery 1988 (2.4)
The Grass Hut crew along with their cohorots will descend upon Gallery 1988 Los Angeles for Glass Hat on Thursday, February 4th (7-10 PM). It’s a pretty safe assumption that the show will feature both original art and toys. The full roster includes Bwana Spoons, Martin Ontiveros, Le Merde, Apak, Justin ‘Scrappers’ Morrison, Arbito, Snaggs, Shawn Wolfe, Gargamel, David Horvath, Kiyoshi Nakazawa, and Jon Black.
Gallery 1988
7020 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323.937.7088
Touma – Kazu Mouse Maziora @ Tokyo Auto Salon
Touma will be showing a new army of Kazu Mouse figures @ the Tokyo Auto Salon (1.15 – 1.17). While the location might seem odd at first, it makes sense since these figures are painted with Maziora, a trippy polarizing paint often used on cars. The result is a metallic finish that color shifts depending on the angle of view. It appears these sweet pieces will be available for sale, though we’re checking for confirmation. This is at least the second collaboration between Touma and Nippon Paint – check the Maziora info page for a little surprise. Recognize the characters?
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Mist - Lucius Sneak Peek
Artoyz Originals has several releases planned for the first quarter including Lucius (6”) from Mist shown above in a sweet teaser. You might remember that we posted sculpt pics of this figure under its original name, Gesus. The sculpt is nice but the revealed deco really sets it off. The paint job has a nice splotchy quality reminiscent of his graff and feels like a fresh change of pace from the clean vector-like designs we see often today. Lucius is due for a January/February drop. Lookin’ good.
Martin Wittfooth– Aesop’s Folly
Painter Martin Wittfooth will debut his upcoming Aesop’s Folly vinyl (6”) with three hand-painted pieces (above) in the Cry For Help art show which opens this Friday, January 8th, 2010 @ Thinkspace. The full production figures will be released shortly in two colorways (editions of 250) from newcomer Big Spoon Toys. Aseop’s Fable will apparently be the first production vinyl to be released from the new brand.
With its combination of surreal design and realistic details, Aesop’s Folly should inject a dose of originality into the sometimes overly predictable world of art toys. Quite honestly having seen Wittfooth’s intricate wild-life paintings, we never expected him to do a toy. Definitely a pleasant surprise. No details yet on the production colorways. Hopefully there will be a ‘natural’ edition.
Thinkspace Art Gallery
4210 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
323.913.3375
