Dragatomi Presents: NREAZON in Against The Grain (02.13)

Dragatomi has an upcoming show popping up next weekend featuring the works by NREAZON. “Against The Grain”will feature tons of wood paintings and custom Kokeshi Dolls. Opening night takes place on Saturday, February 13th at 7PM and NREAZON will also be in attendance. So be sure to stop by and see the wonderful art! Check out a few of her pieces after the jump.

Dragatomi
2317 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95816

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Iksentrik Grand Opening – Knuckle Sandwich (2.13) + Lunartik Tea

UK toy boutique Iksentrik will celebrate the grand opening of their new Bath (UK) location with a double dose of custom shows on February 13th.  First up is Knuckle Sandwich (flier) featuring customs of Touma’s 18” Knuckle Bear (Play Imaginative) by ChuckBoy, Cris Rose, JP Kaiser, Iksentrik, Indescribble, Lunabee (above), Lunartik, Sichi, SourBones, and TriClops.   Here’s a teaser filled preview featuring work by Cris Rose, Lunabee, and Lunartik – enjoy.

Rounding out the grand opening events will be the the latest stop on the Lunartik in a Cup of Tea custom tour.  If you’re anywhere near Bath, you know where to be on the 13th.

Iksentrik
3 George Street
Bath, BA1 2EH
UK
(01225) 316049

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Vinyl on Vinyl Grand Opening in Manila (2.8.10)

Blending urban art with music OG  style, Vinyl on Vinyl opens in Makati City in the Philipines on February 8th (flier).  The grand opening event will feature guest appearances by Mark Landwehr of Coarse Toys and Spencer and Steven Ong of Rotobox.  So if you find yourself near Manila, check out the opening for art toys, vinyl records and live music by Nomad Technology.

Vinyl on Vinyl
7274 Collective
Malugay St., Makati
Philipines

Super7 Florida Presents: New Work by Leecifer & Josh Herbolsheimer (02.13)

Super7 Florida Presents a two man show, which whom all of you may be very familiar with. Buried in Space features new works from paintings and custom toys by Leecifer and Josh Herbolsheimer. Josh will also be attending the opening reception for a special Vampire Rose signing. The show takes place on Saturday, February 13th at 7PM.

David Apuzzo Presents: OsirisOrion in Domestic Disturbances Opening Video Footage

The footage from OsirisOrion’s solo show “Domestic Disturbances” at David Apuzzo Gallery has been sent over to us and we would just like to congratulate OsirisOrion on his successful show! Check out this awesome video put together by David Rizucka of FairyTaleStudios.

Vinyl CPH Auction Benefitting Haiti Relief

Jesper Elg and Soren Rose Kjae, th e organizers of  the ongoing Vinyl CPH show, featuring customized 16” Toyer Qees,  and Toy2R have generously arranged to donate 50% of the funds from the show piece auctions to the Danish Red Cross’s efforts to assist Haiti with Earthquake Relief.   The show and the auctions end on February 2nd – so check out the pieces and bid generously.

Here’s a little background on the show/project. The idea behind the Vinyl CPH project was to blend the worlds of art and graphic design, breaking the often very real barriers between them.  The show opened on November 25th @  the Karriere Bar in Copenhagen to a large crowd and then moved to its current location at  Danish Architecture Center (DAC).  Check out opening pics over at Plastic Kid’s Blog as well as Creol Brothers.

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Rivet Gallery Presents: Okkle, Daniel Elson, Heidi Kenney, Bukubuku in Über Cute (02.06)

  

Rivet Gallery has put together 4 talented artists to participate in their latest upcoming exhibit titled Über Cute. This show will feature custom toys, plush, wooden sculptures, and illustrations by Daniel Elson, Okkle, Heidi Kenney (My Paper Crane), and Bukubuku. Opening night takes place on Saturday, Februrary 6th from 7-10PM. Check out the short bios on these artists over on Rivet HERE. Be careful, this show will contain a ton of cuteness.

Cookies –N- Cream Presents: Toystreet (04.02)

Cookies –N- Cream has been working on putting together a new toy/art/clothing event in New York dubbed Toy Street! This event was created to get artists, collectors, and toy companies together. The first Toy Street event will take place on Friday, April 2nd from 4-9PM and is taking place on 268 Mulberry Street between Prince Street & Houston Street. Cookies –N- Cream invite everyone to come and join the fun. They are also accepting applications for booth space for those who wanted to secure an area. Email them HERE for more information.

Martin Hsu & Andrew Brandou – For the Love of Tiger (2.11)

Talented LA artists and good friends Martin Hsu (above) and Andrew Brandou will celebrate the upcoming Year of the Tiger with their For the Love of Tiger (Fliers: 1 2) joint show opening @ Munky King on Thursday February 11th 2010 (7 to 10 PM).  Individually both artists have created standout pieces in their recent showings – this is definitely a must-see exhibition.

As a first preview, here’s a look at Martin Hsu’s Protect. Revive. (above) which focuses not only on the coming Year of the Tiger but also the global plight of tigers as endangered species.  This piece inverts the traditional relationship of children and tigers within Chinese folklore – rather than having the Tiger protecting the children, the Children (in Tiger suits) are caring for the Tiger represented in an abstract from as a tree in the forest.   Beautiful work.

The show flier features one of Andrew Brandou’s pieces featuring his recent style blending individual natural elements (flowers, branches, more) to form an abstract representation of a figurative subject – in this case a gorgeous tiger. 

Keep watching Vinyl Pulse for additional previews.

Martin Hsu and Andrew Brandou / For the Love of Tiger
Opening on February 11th (7-10 PM)
Munky King
7308 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
323.938.0091

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BIC Plastics @ New York Toy Fair (2.14 – 2.17)

BIC Plastics will be exhibiting at this year’s New York Toy Fair (2.14 – 2.17) @ the Jacob K. Javits convention center.  They will be showcasing upcoming new designer toys and lifestyle product from Marka27 (Bic Buddys / Minigods), Tristan Eaton (Dinki), Nicolas Lesaffre (Kits) and Steve Mak (The Quackin Heads).  Check out all the upcoming goodness in booth 2866 and grab some secret giveaway items.  Marka27 will be rockin the booth on the 14th. Please note that the NYTF is a trade-only event.

A few more thoughts.  Dinki ?  Do you recognize the graphic ?  Tristan Eaton’s runts ride again with a name change.  Also Nicholas Lesaffre is the artist behind the Vinyl’s Attack figure, also from Bic. 

Full Schedule

Date     14 – 17 Feb 2010
Time
          14 Feb 2010             10:00 – 18:00
          15 Feb 2010              09:00 – 18:00
          16 Feb 2010              09:00 – 18:00
          17 Feb 2010              09:00 – 16:00

Jacob Javits Convention Center 
655 W 34th Street
New York, NY 10001

Zombuki Invades Super7 Pop Up Shop @ Super7 FL (01.23)

Tomorrow night at Super7 Florida is the opening reception of “Zombuki Invades Super7 Pop Up Shop”. A show featuring the works of Brigitte Coovert who is the creator of Zombuki, which are custom dolls that come from pieces of Pullip, Dal, and  Blythe dolls. Check out the interview that S7FL conducted with Brigette HERE. The show begins Saturday, January 23rd at 7PM. Take a moment and check out some of the sneak peaks from the show right after the jump.

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Super7 Presents: Arbito in Far Out West (02.20)

This February, taking up the gallery space of Super7 is the ever so radical Arbito in ‘Far Out West’. He will be bringing along with him some of his art and resin figures. We cannot wait to see what he brings to the table for his solo show. The show takes place on Saturday, February 20th.

Super7 Store
1630 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.409.4700

David Apuzzo Presents: OsirisOrion In Domestic Disturbances (01.22)

 

On Friday, January 22nd the David Apuzzo Photography & Art Gallery will be hosting a solo show featuring the work of OsirisOrion. The show titled “Domestic Disturbances” has been in the works for the last 2 years and will have custom toys and paintings on exhibit. Also available during the show are 2 limited edition posters. Feel free to check out the promo that was put together for the show above!

David Apuzzo Photography & Art Gallery
4133 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT

Full Reveal: Paul Kaiju’s Hot Pot Partyball II For It Came From Skullbrain II (01.16)

Last we saw from Paul Kaiju was just a taste of his submission for ICFSB II HERE. He now reveals the whole shabang! Introducing the Hot Pot Partyball II! More hotness from one of the greatest kaiju customizers out there. Super7 is going to be filled with amazing customs this Saturday, so be sure to check it out!

Super7 Store
1630 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.409.4700

Andrew Hem – Sculptures for One Leads to Another (1.16)

LA based artist Andrew Hem will open his impressive One Leads to Another solo this Saturday, January 16th from 7 to 10 PM @ LeBasse Projects in Culver City. The show explores Andrew’s Cambodian heritage with an alternate history – one in which the Khmer Rouge never rose to power.  In addition to his original paintings, he’s created several small sculptures many from normal household objects including jars.  For availability and purchasing information, see the official show preview.

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Toybot Studio’s Tie-Fighter Bramble For It Came From Skull Brain II (01.16)

Kirkland of toybots tudios posted up this AAAAMAAAZING custom for the “It Came From Skull Brain II” show at Super7, which is going on this weekend. This is exactly what I would see if a Medicom VCD Tie-Fighter figure made sweet love with Ashley Wood’s Bramblebot. We are envious of those who are able to attend the show, because we have yet been disappointed with any of the customs. More pictures after the jump![VIA toybot studios]

Super7 Store
1630 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.409.4700

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Brent Nolasco – Sweet Sweet Eternal

You never know where a gator is lurking or what tossed-off objects he’s collected in various bayous and sewers.  For It Came from Skullbrain Two (1.16), Brent Nolasco has created Sweet Sweet Eternal from a Mummy Gator.  For 2010 Brent is switching up his art style – always evolving, always growing.  Plenty of talent, creativity and  Acrylic Paint, Metal, Wire, Antique Beads, Aves Sculpt, Found Objects went into this piece.

Super7 Store
1630 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.409.4700

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Interview with Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters

Our sister site Dailydujour has an in-depth interview with Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters about their upcoming show @ Opera Gallery New York (1.15 – 2.5).  Check it out to learn about their collaborative process as well as the new Elizabeth sculptures.

Gatchabert For It Came From Skullbrain II (01.16)

 

Here are the customs Gatchabert has lined up for this Saturdays show at Super7. Taking the Smoking Star, Mini Hedorah, and Mummy Boy and making it his own. Here are a few notes he has about each of his customs.

Mummy Boy: There are some things that I am happy with but a bit more that I am not. As I told one friend, I think my subscription to the Less is More school of thought has expired. I think this guy will be called the Needs Less More Mummy Boy.

Mini Hedorah: This first one is something I've done before but a slightly different pattern. Gargamel's mini Hedoran in a classic Tokyo colorway. The pattern is a bit closer to the vintage Hedora but using some metallic colors.

Smoking Star: This next one is also done in the Tokyo colorway variation. This is Killer J's Smoking Star. Killer J had also made the Smoking Star in the Tokyo colorway but on solid colored vinyl and not the clear yellow. The red is a bit off but I'm still pretty pleased with the results.

In my opinion I think his Mummy Boy looks awesome and almost cosmic. This is just a taste of a few of the customs that will be exhibited at the show this weekend. So be sure to check it out!

Dragatomi Presents: Art For Wishes

Last weekends “Art For Wishes” show at Dragatomi went off without a hitch! Fruits don’t fall far from the tree when it comes to these talented children. Their parents must have taught them a thing or two when it comes to painting and customizing. The artwork from the show is available now through Dragatomi HERE. All the net benefits from the show will be donated to the Make a Wish Foundation. More pics after the jump.

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myplasticheart Presents: When Hell Freezes Over

John Wong has hooked us up, once again with some photos from last weeks custom Cranston show at myplasticheart. Here you will see some pictures of the amazing customs submitted for the show. All of these artists did this figure justice and there was mot one rotten apple in the bunch. Big congrats to MPH and Lou PImentel on an awesome show! More pictures after the jump!

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New Moon: Interpretations of the Chinese Zodiac (2.5)

Myplasticheart NYC will present its second annual New Moon group show on February 5th, 2010.  The show celebrates the twelve animas of the Chinese Zodiac. The show will feature work on a diverse set of media – paintings, collages, custom toys, digital and more.   Curated by John Wong, this year’s group of artists include -- Dino Alberto, Angry Woebots, Andrew Bell, Leandro Castelao, Alberto Cerriteno, Mike Davis, Yoko d'Holbachie, Tristan Eaton, Mayuko Fujino, Leontine Greenberg, Lauren Gregg, Dan Goodsell, Stella Im Hultberg, kaNO, Yumiko Kayukawa (above), Ken Keirns, Dan May, Martin Ontiveros, Carlos Ramos, Brent Nolasco, Okkle, Lou Pimentel, Reactor-88, Griselda Sastrawinata, Mary Louise Silva, and Tom Whalen

Be sure to visit the New Moon page to read a growing list of mini-interviews with the artists.

myplasticheartnyc
210 Forsyth St.
New York, New York 10002
646.290.6866

Seen: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe

 

Last Friday, Gallery 1988 was transformed into Castle Grayskull for the opening of Under the Influence: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.  This edition of the gallery’s annual series celebrates the  sword and sorcery cartoon which stoked the imagination of many of today’s artists.  As you might expect, a large crowd came out for the event with the line stretching to the end of the block.

All in all, the quality of art in this large group show is quite good. It’s a challenge to curate a pop culture theme show with so many artists – 1988 has it down. cold.  The standout piece of the show?  Robert Burden’s  Battle Cat Statant – stunning oil on canvas piece at a massive 100” x 70” inches (check out the amazing creation-of video below).    If you loved He-Man as a kid or maybe secretly cheered for  Skeletor, you need to check out the show.  We also have to give props to Julie B. of Pretty in Plastic for turning the normally white walls of 1988 into a realistic recreation of Castle Greyskull with a great stone brick texture and faux moss. 

Enjoy our opening pics after the jump and be sure to check out the official show preview for artwork availability.

Gallery 1988
7020 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323.937.7088

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Kathie Olivas & Brandt Peters @ Opera Gallery New York

Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters will present new original paintings and 3D sculptures for a four-person show opening @ Opera Gallery New York next week.  As a preview, we’re bringing you a look at one of our favorite pieces -- the Elizabeth x Inkslinger sculpture.  This collaborative piece nicely combines Kathie’s upcoming limited-edition fiberglass Elizabeth sculpture with an epoxy resin Inkslinger from Brandt.  

Standing nearly four feet tall (45”), this piece represents the new pinnacle of both artists’ exploration of 3D art objects over the past few years.  Whether viewed as a sculpture or a peerless art toy, Elizabeth x Inkslinger brings tangible life and physical presence to their collective bodies of work.

The show which also features work by John John Jesse and Jenn Porreca opens with a private preview (guest list only) on Thursday, January 14th  (6-9 PM) and will be open to the public from January 15th through February 5th (11 am – 7PM daily).

Opera Gallery New York
115, Spring Street
NEW YORK NY 10012 - USA
212.966.6675

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Monstre Hero Cliff & Sean For It Came From Skullbrain II (01.16)

 

Here we get to take a look at what the boys, Sean & Cliff of Monstre Hero have to offer for the It Came From Skull Brain II show. They each pieced together a custom by incorporating their resin skills into their submissions. Cliff added a resin Ape head to the body of the Hood Zombie. Sean took the Zombie Imp and added some resin guts and a couple of guns, because who doesn’t like guns? The show is getting closer, which means more pieces will be revealed! Stay tuned