We love Itokin Park and really dig his Robo figure. Here’s one of the nicest variants so far — a Taipei Toy Festival Exclusive Robo in rainbow hues. This one is uber-limited. How many? 1 available (3 total)! This cool hand-made figure will be auctioned off at TTF (07.06 – 07.09) at One Up’s booth.
Since I’m new to the actual production of vinyl, I was wondering: how are variants painted? Are they all painted by hand when they are created or is there a machine process?
I read all the posts about sculpting El Panda and Tequila, but wondered how all the variant paintjobs I see are done.
Thanks!
Variants are typically painted in the same way as regular colorways using semi-automated techniques (pad-printing, spray masks).
In this case though, these figures are hand-made, hand-cast resin (not vinyl)by Itokin Park. For paint, these are hand-painted.
I love Itokin Park! This one is especially cool, lovin’ the rainbow design!