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Teaser: Camille Rose Garcia – “The Hydra of Babylon” @ Merry Karnowsky Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, July 27, 2009

Camille Rose Garcia’s show “The Hydra of Babylon” is fast approaching! This exhibition at Merry Karnowsky Gallery, opening in September, will be her first show in Los Angeles in over two years.Â She describes the show by saying “watch out for eagles, vultures, crazy butterflies, and of course a giant nine-headed hydra.” She also hints that “a secret punk rock superhero of (hers) will be hosting if she is in town!”Â Not surprising as she has some interest in the music industry, as evidenced by […]

Prototype: Jeff Soto’s “Seeker” Figure

Posted by sleepboy, July 25, 2009

Continuing our look at some prototypes for art toys during SDCC week, we now turn our attention to the “Seeker” figure from Jeff Soto (interviewed).Â The figure appears to be based on some paintings from his recent Riverside Art Museum show and will be produced by Bigshot Toyworks, the same company producing Travis Louie’s “Uncle Six-Eyes.” Take a look at a video with Soto explaining the figure here, as well as look at some more pics of the protoype and source paintings after the jump.

Prototype: Travis Louie’s “Uncle Six-Eyes” Figure

Posted by sleepboy, July 24, 2009

With SDCC in full swing, we thought this would be a nice time to review some upcoming art toys from some of our favorite artists. First up is Travis Louie’s (interviewed) first toy, “Uncle Six Eyes,” soon to be released by Bigshot Toyworks. This figure was sculpted by Scott Wetterschneider and stands 8 inches tall. Take a look at some closer pics as well as the painting this figure is based off of after the jump….

Preview: Kokeshi Show @ the Japanese American National Museum

Posted by sleepboy, July 3, 2009

A pretty epic customs show is opening on July 11th at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles. Curated by Christina Conway, the exhibition features custom kokeshis from over 100 artists, many well-known to our readers.Â We have gathered some images for you of some of our favorites like the one from Stella Im Hultberg (interviewed) seen above. Check them out after the jump…

Releases: KAWS x Hajime Sorayama Collaboration – “No Future Companion”

Posted by sleepboy, June 22, 2009

As is often the case, KAWS breaking news comes from originalfake with the uploading of this robotic image of the newest KAWS release. The figure is a collaboration between KAWS and and his friend Hajime Sorayama, a Japanese artist famous for his sexy robotic “pin-up” art. The melding of the KAWS companion and Sorayama’s “Future Mickey Mouse” will definitely be in high demand but no word yet on pricing… Update: Apparently there will be a more rare black version along with the silver. More pics […]

Releases: Sam Flores x Upper Playground â€“ Dragon Boy

Posted by sleepboy, June 17, 2009

Sam Floresâ€™ (interviewed) amazing Dragon Boy figure really impressed us when news broke of this collaboration with Upper Playground.Â Flores’ took one of the best paintings from his Subliminal Projects show and transformed it into a three piece 10″ toy that was created for UP’sÂ 10th anniversary and produced by The Loyal Subjects.Â Limited to 500 pieces, this figure will drop early September but apparently the pre-order is sold out now. More pics after the jump.

Release Party: Yoskay Yamamoto’s Koibito – LeBasse Projects Colorway

Posted by marcus, May 29, 2009

Yoskay Yamamoto’s (interviewed) Koibito release party (announced) took place this past Wednesday at LeBasse Projects. AM arrived at the gallery at 6pm and even though the release party wasn’t scheduled to start until 7pm, there were already about 40 fans waiting outside. In fact, some fans started waiting in line as early as 9am. Once inside the gallery, fans could purchase the white/silver koibito, red/white koibito, postcard sets, “Screaming for the Sunrise” giclee prints and show catalogs. This night also marked the closing of Yoskay’s […]

Releases: Yoskay Yamamoto – LeBasse Projects Colorway

Posted by sleepboy, May 23, 2009

Next Wednesday, May 27th, the release party for Yoskay Yamamoto’s (interviewed) white/silver koibito will be held at LeBasse Projects starting at 7 pm. This edition will be limited to 150 pieces and will be priced at $100.Â Randomly inserted along with some of the toys will be drawings, gocco prints, and postcard sets for some lucky collectors.Â This 5th colorway will be exclusive to LeBasse Projects, where Yoskay will also be closing his solo “Hello and Goodbye” show. In addition to the figure, there will […]

Releases: KAWS 4 Foot Dissected Companion

Posted by sleepboy, April 27, 2009

It was only a matter of time…Â KAWS collectors must be in a frenzy this morning as news breaks of a 4-foot dissected companion.Â No details yet of when this delicious piece of vinyl drops, but we will be sure to let you know when we hear word.

Releases: Bronze Pollard – Tim Biskup

Posted by sleepboy, April 22, 2009

Tim Biskup has been teasing his collectors with new images of his 7″ Bronze Pollard on his blog.Â We like the new faceted look which mirrors the evolution of style in his paintings.Â The figure will be produced with an edition of 44 and will be stamped and initialed on the feet. With his previous bronze release, the 2″ Iki, costing about $300, fans had better start saving now for the June release. More images after the jump.