Category Archives: Toys

Releases: Kaws – “Partners” Figure

Posted on January 22, 2012 by sleepboy

KAWS fans out there will be pleased to know that the next figure from the street turned contemporary artist has dropped. Partners features a sculpt of the artist standing next to his companion figure. If this looks familiar, it’s because … Continue reading →

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Releases: David Flores – “Deathead”

Posted on January 4, 2012 by sleepboy

Not only has David Flores been busy in the streets and in the gallery, he has also been working on a new figure entitled Deathead. The 10″ tall reinterpretation of Mickey melded with Totenkopf symbol utilized by the Prussian army during … Continue reading →

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Releases: Joe Ledbetter – 12″ Mutant Bunny (Hand Painted) Part II

Posted on November 2, 2011 by sleepboy

Several months ago, we brought your attention to the first set of hand-painted mutant bunny sculptures from Joe Ledbetter. The LA-based painter and art toy mogul has not released the next five of what will be an eventual total of … Continue reading →

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Releases: KAWS – “Joe Kaws” Vinyl Figure

Posted on October 22, 2011 by lowpro

Since the Dissected Milo set was released back in February, KAWS hasn’t released anything on the vinyl toy front, undoubtedly due to focusing on his fine art and recent solo Hold the Line. That will all change next week with … Continue reading →

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Releases: Gary Baseman – Toby’s Secret Society Mini Series

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Khoi

This Thursday, Kidrobot is set to release its first mini-figure toy series in about five years by Gary Baseman. The Toby’s Secret Society set begins with Toby, the protector of dreams, memories, and darkest secrets. He commands a sect of … Continue reading →

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Openings: Lazarides Minotaur Event @ The Old Vic Tunnels

Posted on October 12, 2011 by sleepboy

A couple nights ago, the Minotaur event put on by Lazarides kicked off at the The Old Vic Tunnels, also the site of 2010′s Hell’s Half Acre exhibition. This time around, the theme was an old Greek legend and depending … Continue reading →

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Baby Tattooville ’11: Secret Store

Posted on October 7, 2011 by sleepboy

One of the highlights of the art retreat known as Baby Tattooville is the special pop-up store that is set up each year. Filled with unique prints, toys, art products, and original art from participating artists, the “Secret Store” is … Continue reading →

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Releases: Aiko – “Lady Butterfly” Sculpture (Black)

Posted on September 16, 2011 by sleepboy

If you remember, we previously reported on the limited edition and intricate Lady Butterfly sculpture (produced by Tomenosuke Sho-ten) from Aiko Nakagawa earlier this year. The initial silver colorway easily sold out on Valentine’s Day, but the newest black version … Continue reading →

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Releases: Joe Ledbetter – 12″ Mutant Bunny (Hand Painted)

Posted on August 21, 2011 by sleepboy

For those looking to round out their custom art figure collection, you’ll want to pay attention to this.  Joe Ledbetter is releasing a series of 40 hand-painted unique 12″ Mutant Bunny pieces (sculpted by Pretty in Plastic). Priced at $1500, … Continue reading →

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Releases: KAWS – “Karimoku” Wood Companion

Posted on May 22, 2011 by lowpro

Almost a year since images first leaked on the Wood Companion, KAWS appears to be ready to give an official drop to the Karimoku Companion, a more fine art spin akin to the bronze iterations of his signature mascot. Priced … Continue reading →

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