Now that you know about all the art-related events happening after the floor shuts down at Comic-Con 2009, AM takes a closer look at all the exclusive releases happening on the show floor (as well as one really close by). From vinyl art figures to book releases to some amazing skate decks, there is definitely something here for everyone.
An overview of our favorite Comic-Con 2009 exclusive releases after the jump.
Amanda Visell
“Wood Labbit”
Sat, July 25th 1-3PM
Kidrobot, Booth 4529
Amanda Visell puts her own spin on Frank Kozik’s labbit character. The first production labbit not designed by Kozik himself. Both Visell and Kozik will be on hand for the release and signing.
David Choe
“Choegal Wombat” Figure
Release Date/Time TBD
Giant Robot, Booth 1729
Follow-up to his Choegal figure. Features 3 interchangeable faces. Limited edition of 200.
David Choe
Skatedecks
Release Date/Time TBD
Giant Robot, Booth 1729
Two designs, limited to 100 each.
James Jean
“Exit Eden” Skatedeck
Fri, July 24th 2-4PM
Giant Robot, Booth 1729
Limited to 150 sets.
James Jean
“Kindling” Book Release
Sat, July 25th 2-3PM
Chronicle Books, Booth 1506
Published by Chronicle Books, “Kindling†presents 12 of James’ visual mix of abstract and illustrative works from the show, along with his detailed preliminary sketch for the work on the reverse side, printed in a removable large poster format. The book comes in a nicely designed keepsake portfolio and the prints within can be flipped through like a regular book or can be removed to make some great art for the walls.
James Jean
“PR3” Monograph
Sun, July 26th 2-3PM
Last Gasp, Booth 1616
Signing of limited advance copies of Jean’s newest monograph, PR3, which collects work from his sketchbooks and figure studies. An intimate look into to the practice of a neurotic polymath.
Luke Chueh
“Decapitated Bunny Head”
Release Date/Time TBD
Munky King, Booth 4539
Resin, 4″ tall, signed by the artist, edition of 250. Made from high quality hand-casted resin, this limited edition sculpture makes a perfect companion piece to the upcoming Black in White and Red All Over.
Pocket Full of Monsters
“Days Inn Pop-up Shop”
Fri, July 24th 2-5PM
Days Inn Hotel
833 Ash St, San Diego 92101
Angry Woebots – Custom Vinyl & Prints, Scribe – Originals, Peekaboo – Custom Vinyl.
Travis Louie
“Curiosities” Book (Limited Edition Variant Cover)
Fri, July 24th 12PM
Baby Tattoo, Booth 601
“Curiosities” showcases portraits of Louie’s signature characters from an Edwardian era that exist only in his peculiar little head. “Curiosities” not only shows off the artist’s undeniable talent seen in his awe-inspiring photo-realistic acrylic portraits, but also gives the reader a deeper look into his altered reality by including the written histories and backgrounds he assigns each and every unique character.
Yoskay Yamamoto
“Baburu” in Black and White
Release Date/Time TBD
Munky King, Booth 4539
Resin pin, 1.5″ x 1.5″, edition of 200. Previously available only in installations and sculptures of his gallery work. Hand-casted in high quality resin. Packaged in poly bag with header card.
Yoskay Yamamoto
“Koibito – Bronze”
Release Date/Time TBD
Munky King, Booth 4539
Bronze plated, 7″ tall, edition of 30, signed by the artist. Bronze-plated edition of Yoskay’s Koibito has a metal coating that will develop a beautiful patina over the years.
Choegal Wombat image courtesy of Vinyl Pulse.
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