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I have an unnatural hatred for anything with differently-sized eyes. It’s seriously irrational, violent and pervasive. A little ironic, as I have an occasional squint, but this asymmetrical rage has prevented me from ever getting into Brandt Peters. Now the dude’s gotta throw robots at me. And I’m done. June’s Serv-O-Matics from MINDstyle promise to be [...]
Continue reading...Thursday, April 2, 2009
LA’s Munky King just put up the fantastic results of their DIY Pushers Show, based on the popular ‘Pusher’ figure by Thomas Han, released in a blank DIY form back in August. The show included custom Pushers by Joe Shea, Nathan Spoor, Elizabeth Ito, Marka27, Kii Arens, Racecar13, Axis, Brandt Peters, Dave Pressler, Paintmonster, Luke [...]
Continue reading...Monday, March 30, 2009
Brandt Peters’ Peacemaker 32.9 is on its way from MINDstyle to select stateside retailers. The 12-inch, almost tin-like figure has a hand-weathered finish and comes in a vintage gift box with a numbered collector’s card. This Vintage Original version Peacemaker 32.9 will be an edition of 300 figures worldwide for an SRP of $94.99. The [...]
Continue reading...Friday, March 20, 2009
LA’s Munky King will be presenting its first group show of 2009 with their DIY Pushers Show, based on the popular ‘Pusher’ figure by Thomas Han, released in a blank DIY form back in August. The show is scheduled to include a huge array of top-notch artists, including (but not limited to) Joe Shea, Nathan [...]
Continue reading...Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Thanks to good sleuthing by SpankyStokes, we know a few more details about the upcoming BICS project from Bic Plastics. While the big picture is still a mystery, some awesome affiliated artists have been named: MAD, Marka27, Brandt Peters, Kathie Olivas, Cope2, kaNO, Jesse Hernandez, Scribe, Andrew Bell, Sket, Indie84 and Angry Woebots. Will more [...]
Continue reading...Friday, March 6, 2009
Attaboy just snuck us a preview of the upcoming issue of Hi-Fructose. The eleventh volume of Hi-Fructose Magazine arrives in April. It features exclusive coverage of Mark Ryden’s “The Snow Yak Show,” the art of Chet Zar, Tiffany Bozic, Brandi Milne, Brandt Peters, Damon Soule, the dangerous dioramas of Thomas Doyle, Charlie Immer, The dynamic [...]
Continue reading...Wednesday, February 4, 2009
We are just days away from New York Comic Con 2009. For everybody trying to keep track of the exclusives and events, here's some help. You can also get up-to-the-minute info by clicking on ToyCyte's NYCC 09 Exclusive tag. There are some really great toys in this convention. Check out figures by Doktor A, MAD, Bob Conge, Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters, Brent Nolasco, KaNO, Julie West, Jure Gavran, Pushead, Mike Sutfin, Secret Base, Monstrehero, Sket One, Erick Scarecrow, Jared Deal, Keith Poon and not to mention appearances by Huck Gee, Clutter and Mr. Shane Jessup, among others. Our east coast correspondent, Collin David, will be on the scene, so flag him down if you see him. Stay tuned for more coverage of NYCC on ToyCyte as it unfolds. Have fun, and don't spend all your rent money!
Continue reading...Wednesday, February 4, 2009
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Gallery1988 just posted up images of all of Brandt Peters work from yesterday’s opening of The Cackle Factory. I wish I could have been there to see these in person, but Jensen and Katie always do a great job of representing the gallery’s art for the masses. Brandt’s solo show included large oils on canvas [...]
Continue reading...Tuesday, February 3, 2009
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Toy supergigantors ToyTokyo have a very, very full weekend planned for the ol’ NYCC, including some especially notable debuts and guest appearances. Here’s a quick rundown, all happening at booth #858 : FRIDAY holds a 2 PM appearance by Nelson X. Asencio, designer behind the ‘Hope’ Obama colorway from Jailbreak Toys, among other things. The mighty [...]
Continue reading...Monday, February 2, 2009
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Brandt Peters and Kathie Olivas are kind of like the Prom King and Queen at this year’s New York Comic Con. First up: Brandt’s PEACEMAKER 32.9 vinyl collectible figure. The place to be is at Toy Tokyo Booth #858 on Saturday, February 7, from 12 noon to 2:00PM for the special pre-release. The PEACEMAKER 32.9, [...]
Continue reading...Monday, January 19, 2009
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They are currently selling 10-25 of each card starting with Nathan Jurevicius's (#5) and ending with Abe Lincoln, Jr.’s (#14). In addition to Nate and Abe, up for grabs are also cards by Jon Burgerman, Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters, Jermaine Rogers, Bwana Spoons, Jeremiah Ketner, Brendan Monroe and Candykiller.
Continue reading...Friday, January 2, 2009
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Gallery 1988 continues their streak of great shows with Brandt Peters‘ debut LA solo exhibition. I’m not trying to start a rumor, but maybe they’ll have some of Brandt’s Serv-O-Matic mini-figures on display? Opening reception kicks off at 7PM, February 3rd in Los Angeles. Mark your calendars.
Continue reading...Friday, December 5, 2008
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MyPlasticHeart is indulging us, our wallets and our credit cards with their own Holiday Special Sale. What kind of goodies do they have for us to spend our holiday budget on? Here are our three picks of hot toy action that would look great wrapped under your tree, or mine. Kaiju For Grow Ups: Tankizaado [...]
Continue reading...Wednesday, November 26, 2008
I've been expounding the virtues of Letter Pressed for a while. Their Artist Series reads like a Who's Who of the vinyl toy community: Joe Ledbetter, Jon Burgerman, Nathan Jurevicius, Bwana Spoons... In theory, every one of us should own something letterpressed. In practice, as with paint colors and Venetian blinds, you need to see a sample. I'm holding some such items. While I want my words to convey the elegance of the paper and the clean, vibrant impression of the art, you need to touch these for yourself. To that end, Letter Pressed's Mark Begley will provide one lucky reader with a pack of hand-numbered Cool It letterpressed cards by Le Merde. To win it...
Continue reading...Monday, November 24, 2008
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Wow. This is going to be crazy. Cardboard Spaceship is a tight space and Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters have a dedicated army of fans. My guess is that there will be a line stretching down Santa Cruz’s Pacific Avenue (so prepare to be spare-changed by well-fed hippies). Kathie and Brandt will be signing for [...]
Continue reading...Monday, October 27, 2008
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This weekend saw the opening of the MAD*L Citizens Show at Lift in Detroit. With 10-inch MAD*L customs by Doktor A, Huck Gee, Sket One, kaNO, Brandt Peters, Kathie Olivas, Cris Rose, Slobot, Cameron Tiede, Phetus, Brent Nolasco, Andrew Bell, Angry Woebots, Phu!, Tristan Eaton, Julie West, Reactor 88, Leecifer and more, I’m waiting on [...]
Continue reading...Saturday, October 25, 2008
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Master-customizer (who is soon to release some original toys), Phu!, is sending in the troops to tonight’s custom Mad*L show at LIFT. As usual, Phu! combines debris into details: The 10-inch platform figure was enhanced with cardboard, cable ties, brass rivets, broken toy parts, disposable plastic spoons, hose clamps, felt, googles, plastic beads, bottle [...]
Continue reading...Monday, October 13, 2008
This was one of the most "pure fun" art shows I've seen in a while. It must be pretty hard to hang plush in a gallery setting, but they pulled it off with good lighting and a cool backdrop. Credit to Katie and G1988 for an awesome show and inviting me in early to take pictures. Art toys abounded, but no one was taking themselves too seriously between the spooky muzak and Kaiju Big Battel's psychedelic presence. It's also always great to see (in person) art by international designers I write about (like Tim Tsui, the inimitable Doktor A and DGPH to name a few), and it's also nice to watch local artists like Leecifer and Anna Chambers have their pieces snatched up quickly. For those who couldn't make it (the show runs through November 1st), enjoy a virtual tour below.
Continue reading...Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Custom plush and vinyl monsters are coming to G1988 in San Francisco TONIGHT. There will be an opening reception from 7-10PM with at least a handful of artists present. The furry frightfest is a global gallery from Hong Kong, The Netherlands, Germany, Australia and beyond. Monsters were created by Brandt Peters, Leecifer, Dan Goodsell, Tim Tsui, Kathie Olivas, kaNO, Jesse Hernandez...BE THERE!
Continue reading...Monday, September 22, 2008
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This October, keep your eyes peeled for the release of The Scavengers Mini Figure Series II by the one, the only Misery Children creator Kathie Olivas for MINDstyle. The original set of Scavengers were insanely popular and beloved by vinyl fans. These eclectic and always interesting blind box figures are beautifully produced and nicely packaged [...]
Continue reading...Monday, August 25, 2008
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The auction includes original paintings, rare toys and limited-edition collectibles from KAWS, Joe Ledbetter, Michael Lau, Ron English, Buff Monster, tokidoki, Shepard Fairey, Devilrobots, Amanda Visell, Doktor A, Tim Biskup, Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters and many more.
Continue reading...Monday, August 11, 2008
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ToyCyte has been covering efforts from the toy community from adFunture to Brothersfree for aiding the victims of last May’s tragic earthquake in China. Most of the projects have been isolated episodes without the far-reaching momentum of a group event. Today brought rad news of a noble (and highly necessary) charity that is sure to [...]
Continue reading...Friday, August 8, 2008
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Sunny first blogged Crazy 4 Cult 2 & Ain’t It Cool News’ collab contest here, and since then Gallery 1988’s blog has been packed with the kind of imagery that makes us film buffs and cult geeks remember why it’s OK to never leave the house. G1988 currently has two contests running: Though entry into [...]
Continue reading...Friday, August 8, 2008
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Is today your lucky day? Well it should be. 08.08.08 is considered to be a very lucky indeed, especially in the Chinese culture. For example, today about 9000 couples in Beijing will be tying the knot, more than double the usual amount. And Chinese officials planned their big “coming out” party, also known as the [...]
Continue reading...Monday, August 4, 2008
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Good things come in small packages. That adage will be proven in spades with the upcoming release of the “artist-driven” new line of mini soft vinyl figures by Super7. The first one will be by “the master of hand-cast resin figures” Le Merde and his mini Hollis Price (check out the prototype sculpt here). Then [...]
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