Jul 18, 2019
Ron English — 'Original Grin' Book Release (7.18) at SDCC Pop-Up
Ron English will release and sign his new Original Grin art book on Thursday (7.18) from 6 to 8 PM at his offsite SDCC Pop-Up located at nearby Luce Loft, presented by Pop Life Global. In addition to the new book, the event will feature brand-new, limited-edition Ron English art toys, food and drinks.
Ron English || 'Original Grin' Book Release
Thursday, July 18th 2019 (6-8 PM)
Luce Loft (3 blocks from convention center)
1037 J Street / 10TH Avenue
San Diego, CA
Jul 06, 2019
Super7 x Peanuts — 'Good Grief' SDCC Pop-Up (7.19 - 7.21)
Super7 will showcase their extensive new Peanuts collection at their Good Grief pop-up at their San Diego store during SDCC weekend (7.19 - 7.21). The new toys, apparel and lifestyle items are based on the original cartoon designs from the 50's and 60's rather than their more modern iterations.
The Good Grief Gift Shop will feature a pair of SDCC exclusive figures. First up is the Good Ol' Charlie Brown (3.75") ReAction figure ($20) with a design inspired by the first Peanuts comic strip (10.2.50), featured on the blister card packaging. For many, Peanuts is ultimately a story of a boy and his dog. S7 pays homage to both of the stars of the classic comic strip with the 16" Snoopy Deluxe vinyl, complete with Charlie Brown mask and cloth shirt ($195).
Super7 will also debut a full Peanuts ReAction line featuring Cowboy Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Sally and Schroeder ($15 each) as well as the Peanuts Baseball Keshi Surprise blind-box minis (1.75", $4 each) which include foil stickers.
There's plenty more in store for you at the Good Grief pop-up including SDCC exclusive pennants, cups, tote bag, sticker set, and jigsaw puzzle. Plus, S7 will soon unveil their Peanuts apparel too. For all the info, check out Super7's detailed introduction to the new Peanuts collection.
Apr 23, 2019
Changeling Leaf Release and Signing at Woot Bear (4.27)
Painter Amy Sol will be at Woot Bear on Saturday (4.27) from 6 to 9 PM for the official debut of the newest edition of her Changeling Leaf art toy produced by Munky King. Limited to 100 pieces, the third edition (10.5", $70) of her new soft vinyl figures—based on her handmade Changeling resin sculptures—features a delicate, repeating pale pink to white gradient that echoes the theme of flora and fauna being two intertwined facets of nature. As a bonus, Woot Bear will include a free tote with all Changeling Leaf purchases at the event. In addition to the toy release, Amy will also be offering drawings, hand-painted Changelings and "select sculpts".
If you can't make it up to SF for the event, Munky King will be releasing the latest Changeling Leaf figure from their web store after the event at an as-yet unspecified day and time.
Amy Sol ||Changeling Leaf Release and Signing
Saturday, April 27th 2019 (6 to 9 PM)
Woot Bear
1512 Haight St
San Francisco CA 94117
415.487.9000
Apr 19, 2019
Persue Bunny Kitty GID Release Party at 3DRetro(4.20)
3DRetro will release its Exclusive GID Bunny Kitty vinyl from Persue this Saturday (4.20) from 3 to 7 PM with a special release event at its Glendale location. Limited to 100 pieces, the GID Bunny will be available for $50 and includes spray can and GID bird accessories. In addition to signing the toys, Dave Persue will be live painting a mural at the shop. Come for the toy and stay for the food trucks and 'dope' surprises.
Persue GID Bunny Kitty Release Party
Saturday April 20th (3 to 7 PM)
3DRetro
1851 Victory Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91201
Mar 21, 2019
Mishka x Kalaka Toys Basuritas Release at 3Dretro (3.23)
3DRetro will host a special release and signing of their exclusive Mishka x Kalaka Toys Basuritas vinyl figure sets on Saturday (3.23) from 11 AM to 5 PM at their Glendale location. The 3DRetro Exclusive sets feature one of each character in a randomly-assorted mix of Red, Green, Black and GID versions. Inspired by the Garbage Pail Kids—named Basuritas in Argentina—the Basuritas feature four Mishka-themed takes on the youthful miscreants: Gregory O. Dioso, MISHKA Otico, Ojo Dido, and Ciclope Ligroso. Greg Mishka and Matias Kalakas will both be at the event to sign the Basuritas figures.
In addition to the new toys, 3DRetro will also release their exclusive Mishka Basuritas tee featuring Ramon Struoso—the elusive fifth Basurita—at the event. If you're in SoCal, head out to Saturday's event to enjoy Mishka's homage to the Garbage Pail Kids.
3DRetro Exclusive Basuritas Release with Mishka x Kalaka Toys
Saturday, March 23rd (11 AM to 5 PM)
3DRetro
1851 Victory Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91201
Jan 23, 2019
Five Points Festival Presents 'Kaiju Dunny Battle' Release Party (2.15) in NYC
Five Points Festival, Kidrobot and Clutter are bringing you the official Kaiju Dunny Battle series release party on Friday February 15th (6-11PM) at their pop-up location in NYC. Series artists James Groman, Jeff Lamm, Rampage Toys and Bwana Spoons will be in the house for signings and who knows what else. Come for the first chance to pick up the new monstrous Dunnys and stay for the free Lagunitas beer.
Kaiju Dunny Battle Release Party
Friday, February 15th 2019 (6-11 PM)
815 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
Dec 04, 2018
Tristan Eaton — ‘Dead Press’ Print Retrospective at Wynwood Arcade (12.5–12.9)
For this year’s Art Basel Miami weekend, Tristan Eaton will open Dead Press, a 20-year art print retrospective, from December 5th to the 9th at Wynwood Arcade. The pop-up exhibition starts off with a signing for Eaton’s Paintings art book ($750 published by CASS on Wednesday (12.5) from 3 to 6 PM. The first fifty to purchase the book will receive a free ‘Kiss My Assassin’ poster. The retrospective will also feature several new print releases including two brand-new XL-sized 3D prints — October March and a Geisha-based one. Dead Press will also serve as the launch of the artist’s new Trouble large-format ‘zine.
Tristan Eaton || Dead Press
December 5th – 9th 2018 (12 – 6 PM)
Wynwood Arcade
50 NW 24th St.
Miami, FL 33127
Nov 14, 2018
Tim Biskup’s Toys 2 — Prancakes Exclusive + Vintage Toy Sale (11.15)
Last year’s Tim’s Toys went so well that Tim Biskup is once again selling off large parts of his vast toy collection which is priced to move. We dropped by over the weekend for a quick preview — hit the jump for more amazing photos. The main event is this Thursday (11.15) at his Face Guts location in Glassel Park (LA) with a preview from 12-3 PM and then sales from 3-9 PM. He’ll also reopen the annual toy popup on Sunday (11.18) from 12 to 6 PM.While most are from other artists and brands, he will also have a selection of his own figures including one-off big Pollards and more.
In addition to scores of sofubi toys (vintage and modern), Tim will be releasing two new figures done with Gravy Toys. First up is Prancakes which comes with a swanky foam ‘hat’ and will be available in an unpainted pink edition as well as one-off painted pink and a few purple ones. A little shorter and quite a bit more mysterious is the Face Guts mascot or simply the ‘icon’—a one piece, abstract head/face.
More? Original artwork, laser-cut plastics and beer on ice. If you’re in town, definitely worth a visit. With many priced under $40 and some as low as $10, you never know what might call out to you.
Tim’s Toys 2
Thursday, November 15th 2018
Preview: 12-3 PM, Sales: 3-9 PM
Face Guts
4136 1/2 Verdugo Rd
Los Angeles CA 90065
Nov 13, 2018
Ron English x PopLife — Beverly Hills Popmart (11.15)
The Ron English Beverly Hills Popmart opens its doors for a special opening reception this Thursday (11.15) at 7 PM. Presented by MINDstyle International and U.S. Alteration in association with Pop Life, the event will feature special limited-edition drops and exclusive releases. After the opening event, the Pop Mart will be open Friday-Saturday beginning on 11.23 (12 PM to 7 PM). Hit the jump for a sneak peek.
Ron English Beverly Hills Popmart
Opening: Thursday, November 15th 2018 @ 7PM
8692 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310.659.9557
Nov 09, 2018
James Jean — 90th Anniversary Mickey and Minnie Mouse Sculpture Release at BAIT LA (11.10)
James Jean will be at BAIT LA on Saturday (11.10) from 11 AM to 1 PM for a release and signing of his brand-new 90th Anniversary Mickey and Minnie Mouse sculptures created in conjunction with Japanese-brand Good Smile. The resin+steel sculptures feature a succulent motif with a porcelain-style finish.
Phase 1 of the sculptures is limited to 200 pieces, while the second and last phase is a run of 300 which will be available Fall of 2019. For the Saturday event, BAIT will have 90 sets available for $1500/set and James will be signing for collectors who purchase the sculptures. There will also be a limited number of the PVC blind-boxed sets featuring all six toys ($60).
James Jean || 90th Anniversary Mickey and Minnie Mouse Sculpture Release
Saturday, November 10th from 11 AM to 1 PM
BAIT
7708 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90046
323.424.7272
Oct 19, 2018
Kidrobot – LA Comic Con Exclusives + Releases (10.26 – 10.28)
Kidrobot is headed to LA Comic Con (10.26 – 10.28). They’ve got a nice lineup of exclusives and will also have several new prerelease toys at their booth [#124]. On the exclusives, let’s start with Tara McPherson’s Astra and Orbit which will be available in the pink colorway (8”, 20 pcs, $80) that was also released at NYCC. Looks like this one is a convention-only exclusive, perhaps it will drop at DesignerCon as well.
KR will also have exclusives for Sanrio and Spongebob Fans. The trio of 3” Gudetama, Little Twin Stars and Pompompurin minis (350 pcs, $13) are standalone releases from the upcoming mini series (11.19). As with NYCC, there’s an exclusive Many Faces of Spongebob series figure: Masterpiece Sponge (3”, 300 pcs, $16).
If you’re looking for more art toys, Scott Tolleson will be on-hand to create Munny Caricatures on KR’s signature DIY toy for collectors who purchase a ticket ($20) and bring a Munny for him to transform. Up to 45 tickets (15 per day) will be sold for the convention for 20-minute times slots for the following periods: Friday 1-8pm, Saturday 10am-3pm, Sunday 10am-3pm.
But wait, it gets even better. Kidrobot will launch the brand-new My Little Pizza (4”) figure designed by Scott and his daughters, Lyla and Piper! KR will also pre-release a trio of Kidrobot x Sanrio toys: Aggretsuko Reversible Plush, Sanrio Keychain Series and Gudetama Lazy Egg Plush.
May 18, 2018
PicoPico x Medicom Toy – Grand Exposition Web (5.18)
Medicom Toy celebrated PicoPico’s 20th Anniversary of making sofubi with the PicoPico Grand Exposition held in early May at the Medicom Toy Plus store in Ometosando Hills. The show featured 45 custom Gacky-Kun’s from various artists as well as special editions of toys Picopico designed and/or sculpted. For those that couldn’t make it to the physical show, Medicom is offering an online version of the show. For overseas customers (outside of Japan), the online exposition/release goes live at 8 PM PDT on Friday (5.18) via Medicom’s CJ MART.
The exposition page has quite a few sofubi releases from several companies including One Up, Max Toy, Lulubell and of course Picopico. A few of these stand out to us. First there’s Escagot no shounen – a doll figure created by the artist before we was known as Picopico. Medicom is offering new sofubi versions to celebrate the previous doll releases. Another standout is the Gandy-Kun Touya Sato Exclusive with colors chosen by Touya Sato, the father of Gandy-Kun. Finally, the Blobpus painted Shishigashira is aces in our book. If you’re a Picopico fan, you should definitely check out the exposition page.
[Exhibition photos: Sofvi.tokyo]
Feb 05, 2018
Coop x 3DRetro – Mickey Finn OG Release Party (2.10)
3DRetro will debut the Mickey Finn vinyl figure (5.25”, 300 pcs, $45) from Coop in the standard/OG edition with a release party/signing on Saturday (2.10, 5-8 PM) at its Glendale location. The new art toy brings one of Coop’s popular images to life, a recognition of the mind-altering charms of pop culture.
Coop || Mickey Finn OG Release Party
Saturday, February 10th (5-8 PM)
3DRetro
1851 Victory Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91201
Feb 01, 2018
Nathan Ota x 3DRetro – Coozie Pink Love Release Party (2.3)
3DRetro will celebrate cupid’s arrival with a release party on Saturday (2.3) at the Glendale store for the brand new Coozie Pink Love figure (150 pcs) by Nathan Ota. Nathan will be on hand to sign figures and chat. The first fifty collectors to purchase the pink edition will receive a free coaster print (above). Come out for the toys and stay for dinner – food trucks will be available.
Nathan Ota || Coozie Pink Love Release
Saturday, February 3rd (5-8 PM)
3DRetro
1851 Victory Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91201
Nov 15, 2017
Tara McPherson Wonder Woman Signing at myplasticheart (11.18)
Tara McPherson will be at myplasticheart on Saturday (11.18, 2-4 PM) to sign her stylish new Wonder Woman figure—with Lasso of Truth—from Kidrobot. If you haven’t yet purchased one, mph will have you covered with stock on-hand.
Tara McPherson||Wonder Woman Signing
myplasticheart
210 Forsyth St.
New York NY 10002
646.290.6866
Oct 21, 2017
Alex Pardee x 3DRetro – Exclusive Darkness Astronaut + Capsule Release/Signing (10.21)
Tonight’s the night… 3DRetro will release its Exclusive ‘The Astronaut’ Darkness Edition (10”, 100 pcs, $130) from Alex Pardee and ToyQube along with a special mini-capsule collection from Alex at a special release/signing event at 6 PM (10.21) at their Glendale location. What’s in the capsule ;) There’s a sweet GID Dark Astronaut Tee ($25), mini Astronaut Doppelganger print (50 pcs, $10), and a larger 20x16” print (40 pcs, $40). No word yet on online drops though we imagine at least some of these will sell out at the event.
Alex Pardee||‘The Astronaut’ Darkness Edition + Capsule Release/Signing
Saturday, October 21st (6- 10 PM)
3DRetro
1851 Victory Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91201
Jun 27, 2017
Skydiver McGuire Release with Martellus Bennett at Rotofugi (7.1)
Rotofugi will host NFL Tight End Martellus Bennett for a release, signing and Q & A for his new Skydiver McGuire figure (10”) on Saturday (7.1) from 11 – 1 PM CDT. Bennet’s first vinyl figure is of an alter ego secret agent character and captures his experience of ‘jumping in’ to the world of art and creativity. Available in five colorways limited to 100 pieces each ($165), the figure features a stylish sculpt with fun details including a streamlined jumpsuit, slick goggles with fun bandana style strap, super swanky parachute, and teched out shoes. At first I thought the goggles might be removable since it appeared they were positioned above the ‘eyes’ – turns out those are side burns – check the box shot. If you can’t make the event, the figures are also available directly from the artist’s web shop.
Martellus Bennett – Skydiver McGuire Release Event
Saturday, July 1st 2017 (11 AM -1 PM)
Rotofugi
2780 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Jun 02, 2017
Secret Fresh – DTA Dunny Manila Party @ SixInch Gallery
Secret Fresh will host the official Manila DTA Dunny Party at Six Inch Gallery on Sunday (6.4) at 6 PM. In addition to the brand-new DTA Dunnys, the event will showcase 20” Custom Dunnys from QUICCS, Egg Fiasco, Quatro, EXLD and Yeo Kaa.
From the previews, the customs look pretty impressive. QUICCS has upsized his DTA Dunny designs with a 20” SRCH + Destroy combo featuring a Giant BabyTEQ Dunny [Sknhead] complete with 8” SRCH KR Dunny + Munny hybrid. Going with a ‘toon vibe, Quatro’s delivered a sly one-eyed creation perfect for black light display.
If you’re in Manila, drop by and pick up a few DTA Dunny blind boxes and enjoy the new customs. It sounds like a few of the artists including QUICCS will be on hand as well.
DTA Dunny Event
SixInch Gallery
Sunday, June 4th 2017 at 6PM
G/F RONAC Art Center, Ortigas Ave., Greenhills 1502
Manila Philippines
May 19, 2017
Ron English – Popaganda Pop-Up Shop in LA (5.20 – 5.21)
Ron English’s East Meets West tour has brought collectors in Asia up close and personal with the ‘Godfather of Street Art’ in an unprecedented way. Collectors and fans stateside have followed along from afar as the exhibit made stops in Seoul, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila, Shanghai and Jakarta. Photos of the event’s highlights—the billboard exploits retrospective, the wild Cereal Killers blacklight experience and towering statues—have made us wish we could there to enjoy the event first-hand. And let’s not forget all the amazing new toys and lifestyle items available at the various stops—so much goodness, so far away. Until now…
If you’ve been wondering when you might be able to get your hands on the East Meet West collectibles, the answer is this weekend if you’re in or around Los Angeles. The Popaganda Pop-Up Shop on Saturday and Sunday (5.20 – 5.21) from Noon to 3 PM at RCNSTRCT Studio in Hollywood brings the travelling exhibit’s product experience stateside for the very first time.
The Pop-Up will feature the full East Meets West product line including Mc Supersized figures, the Black Light Magic series toys, the first USA release of the Cereal Killers mini figures and a comprehensive lifestyle selection including caps, tees, tote bags, home decor and more. The Pop-Up will also offer to-be-announced RCNSTRCT STUDIO exclusive releases.
This is the first of several artist and brand collaboration events that will run through June at the brand new Melrose Avenue lifestyle destination founded by Miguel Garcia Larios, the creative force behind US Alteration and De La Barracuda.
Ron English’s Popganda Pop-Up Shop
Saturday May 20th – Sunday May 21st (12 – 3 PM)
RCNSTRCT Studio
7400 Melrose Ave.
Hollywood, CA
323.401.9898
May 06, 2017
Ron English – East Meets West Tour: Hong Kong
Ron English’s East Meets West is spreading the gospel of Popaganda throughout Asia with multiple stops including Seoul and Bangkok. Here’s a look at the Thursday’s VIP Opening (5.4) of the Hong Kong event attended by numerous high-profile guests including none other than Michael Lau. The travelling exhibit features a retrospective of his culture-jamming billboard exploits, part of his counter culture legacy as the “Godfather of Street Art”. The faux marketing takes aim at corporate consumer culture from big tobacco to big pharma and of course, sweetly addictive breakfast cereals.
East Meets West also features a Black Light Magic installation, new MC Supersized paintings exploring Asian culture, and numerous appearances of the artists’ popular Cereal Killer characters—as life sized-sculptures and the new event exclusive blacklight editions of the new minis. If you’re looking for the latest Ron English lifestyle and art toy drops, the Pop Life gift shops at each stop have everything you need from new MC Supersized figures in communist garb to an amazing new blacklight grin featuring a Ying/Yang design. Hit the jump for more event photos.
The Qube at PMQ
35 Aberdeen Street
Central Hong Kong
May 02, 2017
Seen: [Adult Swim] x Kidrobot Collection Release at 3DRetro
Adult Swim fans and toy collectors came out in force last Friday (4.28) for the official Adult Swim x Kidrobot toy release at 3Dretro featuring the new Adult Swim minis and the Rick and Morty medium figure. The lineup started at 10 AM in the morning—well in advance of the 6 PM start time—in order to purchase the new Rick and Morty toy as well as ensuring they would be signed by the creatives behind Rick and Morty—Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon—and Robot Chicken--Matt Senreich and Seth Green.
One of the largest crowds in memory for a release event at the store enjoyed live art by Juan Muniz, the recently completed Rick and Morty mural by Matt Gondek, and a trio of food trucks. Definitely a good time with toys, art, food, and a warm spring evening—call it early Summer.
Apr 27, 2017
Adult Swim x Kidrobot Collection Release Party at 3DRetro (4.28)
3DRetro will host a release event and signing for the new Adult Swim x Kidrobot toys on Friday (4.28) from 6 to 10 PM. Both the Ricky and Morty medium figure [$49.99, line starts at 4 PM] and the blindbox Adult Swim mini series [$9.99, all-day Friday] will be available for purchase and signing by several Adult Swim show creators starting at 7 PM. Who’ll be signing? Awesome folks including the creators of Rick and Morty--Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon—and Robot Chicken--Matt Senreich and Seth Green. William Tokarsky from Too Many Cooks will also be on-hand for your selfie needs. Of course, the figures will be available from your favorite retailers as well as directly from Kidrobot.
Adult Swim x Kidrobot Mini Series Release Event
Friday, April 28th (6-10 PM)
3DRetro
1851 S Victory Blvd
Apr 25, 2017
Buff Monster – Artist Edition Can Signing + Pink Mister Melty Concrete Drop (4.27)
Buff Monster will be at Low Brow in Brooklyn on Thursday (4.27, 6 PM) for a double header event. First up, he’ll be signing his Montana Artist Edition Power Pink cans. If you missed out on the online drops, this is your chance to score a signed can.
In addition to the spray can signing, Buff Monster will also release the first Mister Melty Concrete editions in both 5” (ed. of 10) and 7.5” (edition of 5). These signed and numbered pieces are painted in Power Pink (naturally) and feature consistent distressing throughout the edition. These are follow-ups to the uniquely painted and distressed debut concrete pieces created for Melt With Me back in February. If you look carefully, you’ll see that the two sizes feature different sculpts—the 7.5” has an exaggerated, ‘toony sculpt while the 5” has a more subtle ‘art’ treatment. Half of the Pink Mister Melty Concrete pices will drop at the event and half will be released at 7 PM (4.27) from BuffMonster.com.
Apr 06, 2017
Kidrobot x [adult swim] Toy Release Party & Signing @ 3D Retro (04.28)
Join 3D Retro on Friday, April 28th for a very special toy release party and signing for Kidrobot’s latest collection of blind boxed figures with [adult swim]. This series will feature mini-figures based on designs from [adult swim] shows, such asRick & Morty, Venture Brothers, Samurai Jack, Fish Center, Robot Chicken, Squidbillies, Too Many Cooks and Robot Unicorn Attack. Some of the cast from both Rick and Morty and Robot Chicken will be at the event to meet and sign some toys for the fans! There will be tunes and plenty of food trucks! Be sure to join the party beginning from 6-11PM. Check out their Facebook Event Page HERE.
Mar 22, 2017
Aloha! Lolligag Release + Custom Show at QPop (3.25)
Bombastic Fantastic will celebrate their brand new Aloha! Lolligag vinyl at QPop in DTLA on Saturday (3.25) with a release event + custom show featuring the kawaii hula dancer. Limited to 125 pieces, the 5” figure features a dynamic design that captures the grace of hula.
The Aloha! Lolligag custom show features a talented artist roster including: 64 Colors, Alina Chau, Aron Jean Shay, Baby Vtec, Brandon Dicks, Carson Catlin, Cat Toung Bui, Chris Mitchell, Devilrobots, Evon Freeman, Gabbie Zapata, Grace Kim, Hyperactive Monkey, Jackie Cadiente, Jackie Huang, Jane Liu, Jason Hornbuckle, Jeff Granito, Jeff Ranjo, Jeremiah Ketner, Jhonny Nunez, Joey Chou, Kamakiri, Leesassaur, Lissa Treiman, Magen Mitchell, Messy Pink, Miss Mindy, Mizna Wada, MJ Hsu, Monster Factory, Obscure, Onch Movement, Paul Shih, Riser, Riyoko Iwamoto, Stacey Aoyama, Special Ed Toys, Sylvia Liu, Tasha Zimich, Task One, Touma, Toy Art Custom, Uamou, Zachary Sweets and Zard Apuya.
Hit the jump for preview pics.
Aloha! Lolligag Release + Custom Show
Opening: Saturday March 25th 2017 (7 to 10 PM)
QPop
319 E. 2nd St. #121
Los Angeles, CA