DTA Dunny Show: Five Points Edition now available online

The DTA Dunny custom show is one of the most prestigious custom art toy exhibitions around. Created by Clutter and Kidrobot to celebrate the huge amount of talent in the industry, and support the annual Designer Toy Awards, it always offers a visual treat.

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The shows are highly curated, and often looked at as a breeding ground for new production Dunny pieces. 100% of the profits for this show go towards the Designer Toy Awards - often with artists also donating their share of the profits.

The 2018 DTA Dunny show was held at this year's Five Points Festival in Brooklyn, NY. The amazing line-up of participating artist included:

American Gross, Cat Atomic, CZEE, Dima Drjuchin, DJINN&TONIC, DROLDN, Flüke, Gabriel E. Carpio S., Gorgocho, Grizlli Atom, HungryGhost, HX Studio, JC Rivera, Jeff Lamm, Jeremiah Ketner, Jump Jumper Ant, Katie Gamb, Kelly Denato, Kendra's Customs, Klav, Kyle Kirwan, Mark Nagata, Pidgin Doll, RunDMB, Seriously Silly K, Wonder Goblin.

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Custom figure "Emergence" by Nerviswr3k & Atom X

Atom X (formerly Small Angry Monster) has collaborated with the incredibly talented Nerviswr3ck to bring about this "Emergence". Bringing nuance to life in full color, Atom X has embodied what it means to emerge into the art toy scene once more. This is a one of a kind custom release and is offered for $100.
You can find Atom X on Instagram @atom.x.go and his shop at atomx.bigcartel.com.

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Brachiosore! Custom Sno-Cone Edition by Atom-X

Atom X took James Groman's Brachiosore sculpt and created a colorful custom titled "Sno-Cone". Aptly named due to the multi color application, which fades from lighter pastels on the head, down to the not so bright pastels on it's tale. Atom X also took the time to highlight the exposed internal features of this colorful dino, adding a certain level of terrifying creature to this brightly colored creation. This one of a kind piece is available through Atom X's online store, currently priced at $300.

 

 

Be sure to follow Atom X on Instagram @atom.x.go .

- Mark-Anthony

This means hi where I’m from, really, new resin from Nervis Wreck

This is the newest resin release from Nervis Wreck titled “this means hi where I’m from, really." The piece stands at about 2 & 3/4 is made of solid resin, wire, and painted with acrylic.

 This little nibiruan drone is giving us s big hello. Comes equipped with his onboard computer on his back connected by comm wire running to his organic ecm. Packaged in plastic bag with handrawn header card. The piece is $45, with free shipping domestic, international add $10.

Email Nervis Wreck or go to their instagram for more information.

"Molotov Man" Custom Tequila Vinyl by Patrick Wong

Canadian illustrator and artist Patrick Wong shows his new piece simply titled "Molotov Man" transforming the custom vinyl figure into a bomb throwing rebel.

Created as a commissioned artwork, Patrick's Molotov Man repeats the motif seen in many of his past vinyl and resin releases including fusions with pop culture icons, Optimus Prime and Mickey Mouse.

The piece was produced from Muttpop's 8" Tequila Classico vinyl figure and comes complete fabric bandana and sculpted "Pepsi" bottle.

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New Breakfast Bears from One-Eyed Girl

The Breakfast Bears are the neweat creations from One Eyed Girl. Consisting of Pancake Bear, Need More Coffee Bear, Bacon Bear, Donut Bear, Cinnabun Bear, and Waffle Bear they will be available at One Eyed Girl's booth (#532) at Five Points Fest, which they'll be sharing with Lickyourelbow.

When you touch or "scratch" the bellies of each figure, it activates the delicious and realistic scent of each food.  Pancakes smell like maple syrup, bacon smells like bacon, cinnabun smells like cinnamon, etc. It's a fun way to make the pieces more interactive and who doesn't love to smell their favorite foods any time of day!? The scent will last for hundreds of scratches.  To make the scent last longer, avoid hard or excessive scratching or rubbing.  A gentle brush is all you need to release the scent.

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Coarse Toys Paw Golden God custom from Big C

A group of archaeologists found a glowing stone, while traveling through the jungle overnight.  The next day they realized that this mysterious stone belonged to a giant statue dedicated to the golden god.  During the excavation process, one of the workers was mortally wounded, and as soon as the first drop of blood hit the statue, the statue awakened, as the stone turned to gold. This piece represents the golden god, mid-transformation.

Big C has done it again, this time using his talents to transform a Raw Paw (Coarse Toys) into the Golden God. I love the way he captured the effects of aged stone that has been sitting in the jungle, partially covered in moss and dirt.  The transition from stone to gold is seamless and the greenish eyes and blood give this piece just enough color to make it pop.  Oh....and did I mention that it glows?  The glow on this piece is amazing.

Big C created this piece for his own personal collection, but he is willing to field offers. 

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"Backpacker" Custom Spray Can Vinyl by Patrick Wong

Canadian illustrator and artist Patrick Wong shows his new custom vinyl piece titled "Backpacker" produced for a private collector.

The graffiti themed character is created with a hoodie, backpack, glowing eyes, and a "Backjumps" logo sweater (a homage to the graffiti magazine).

At 7" tall, the "Backpacker" is at life size to a real spray 12 oz. spray can and comes complete with a New York Fat Cap. The piece was produced on Discordia Merchandising's DIY Spray Can vinyl figure.

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Clutter and Kidrobot announce the Five Points Festival DTA DUNNY Show

Celebrating the 8th Annual Designer Toy Awards, Kidrobot , Clutter and The Designer Toy Awards have once again teamed up to bring collectors a visual treat! 

Taking place as part of Five Points festival, this show brings together top talent from all over the globe to celebrate the original platform the Dunny! With the aim to expand the market reach of Designer Toys, and to celebrate the effort of all involved, Kidrobot (long time supports of Clutter and The Designer Toy Awards) have once again donated all proceeds to fund the annual awards ceremony.

The list of participating artists includes:

American Gross, Cat Atomic, Chauskoskis, CZEE13, Dima Drjuchin, DJINN&TONIC, DROLDN, Flüke, Gabriel E. Carpio S., Gorgocho, Grizlli Atom, HungryGhost, HX Studio, JC Rivera, Jeff Lamm, Jeremiah Ketner, Jump Jumper Ant, Katie Gamb, Kelly Denato, Kendra's Customs, Klav, Kyle Kirwan, Mark Nagata, Pidgin Doll, RunDMB, Seriously Silly K, Wonder Goblin.

A mixture of 5", 8" and 20" Dunny will be on display during Five Points Festival, June 2 - 3, 2018. Remaining pieces will be displayed at The Clutter Gallery (163 Main St., Beacon, NY), for the remainder of the week. Pieces will be first available on the floor of Five Points Fest, then online at shop.cluttermagazine.com.

Remaining pieces will be first offered to the Clutter Gallery preview list.

See you there!

Big C Reveals Custom King Korpse # 2: Rancid Meat

They captured the Kong and tried to fuse his skeleton with a pearlized metal, but something went wrong.  He broke free but his condition is getting worse. Now he's just Rancid Meat.

Big C has done it again, putting his touch on the beautiful King Korpse, by James Groman and Insticntoy. He left just enough unpainted space for the original blue glow to show, and the gory details are amazing.

This piece was a private commission for the same collector who purchased the Reanimated King Korpse. This means that Big C will have both pieces on display in his booth at Five Points, before shipping them to their new home.

New from Taylored Curiosities Loire custom Foomi

Loire (pronounced ‘low-Ahr’) is an anxious beast. His friends are always getting on at him to be happier and to cheer up, but his natural disposition is to worry and fret. He’s made a new friend; a Worry Bean. They go everywhere together now and Loire is starting to feel a bit more relaxed.

Loire is a customised 2.5” Foomi from Kidrobot. Sculpted with clay and painted. His Worry Bean companion is made of clay and has matching barnacles.

Loire is available now from Taylored Curiosities online store.

Cherry Blossom a new custom release from Taylored Curiosities

Taylored Curiosities has three new custom Kidrobot figures, each linked with a Cherry Blossom theme, yet varied with their own personality. A little companion is with each beast and contains a small piece of rose quartz in their tummy (which aids to balance our emotions). These teeny creatures are removable (with the use of extremely tiny magnets). Completed with removable bases, hand cut and varnished (and made from an old family apple tree).

The fourth instalment in this series is a Cherry Blossom themed, tree stump house. This is an original (cast from their sculpt) and then customized to link with the theme. Two little creatures inhabit this dwelling, along with their tiny baby in its acorn cot (the same healing crystals and attaching magnets are used in this piece).

The figures and tree stump house are available now on Taylored Curiosites website.

Gorgeous Custom Painted JRYU Clairvoyant Dunny by Big C

Big C has revealed his latest work: a custom painted JRY*U 8" Clairvoyant Dunny. C writes that he paid "painstaking attention to detail to each flower, snake scale, and filigree" to make the intricate sculpture on this piece pop.

The custom is available on Big C's site BigCisME.com now.

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BACK FOR SECONDS - ZARD APUYA CUSTOM TOY SHOW at PIQ NYC March 10

BACK FOR SECONDS - ZARD APUYA CUSTOM TOY SHOW

A New Pack of Snack Inspired Customs 

 PIQ Grand Central Terminal Saturday March 10th 2-4 PM

California based ​custom toy designer Zard Apuya returns to NYC with his second PIQ solo show, "Back for Seconds". Opening Saturday March 10 2-4pm at PIQ Grand Central, the show features over sixty Munny and Dunny figures customized in Zard's signature snack themes. 

Combining detailed painting and sculpting techniques, he has transformed these blanks into toys you might want to take a bite out of. The international series has Yakitori for Japan, Cannoli for Italy, Poutine for our friends to north, and more. In addition to more great candy bar customs, Zard sweetens the deal with a 90's treat selection of Wonderball, Gushers, and a Wild Berry Pop Tart. 

To celebrate being in New York for the opening he created a Shake Shack Dunny, a Halal Guys Munny, and a Cart Coffee Cup Munny. The customs will be available at PIQgifts.com the day of the opening. Come to PIQ in Grand Central Terminal this Saturday 2-4pm and see them all. 

About Zard Apuya

 Zard was born-and-raised on the island of Guam, previously lived in San Francisco, and is now based in San Diego, CA. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Guam in Business Administration focusing in Marketing and International Tourism & Hospitality Management, plus a minor in Fine Arts. He then received his Master's in Business Administration at the University of San Francisco in 2015

His love for art began during childhood and has shaped his desire to explore many styles and mediums. In late 2010 was when he found his love for customizing toys and since then has done over a 1300 customs, many ending up with customers around the globe. His creations range from pop culture to wedding toppers, but his favorite style and preferred theme to work in is inspired by something everyone loves: FOOD.

About PIQ

PIQ (pronounced “pick”) toy and gift stores reflect the city that inspires them. Like New York, PIQ is unexpected, international, and a ready for a good time. With playful designs, witty books, irreverent novelties, designer toys, custom figures, and global treasures, everyone will find the gifts to make someone smile. PIQ is a division of the Sarut Group, with retail locations at Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center in New York, PIQ UniversalCityWalk Orlando and PIQgifts.com. 

At PIQ form follows fun.

Scott C’s Great Showdowns v2 Online Release

Back by popular demand! Scott C's Great Showdowns v2! 

After a lightning fast sell out at this years San Diego Comic Con, Scott C.'s eager fans will have another chance at version 2. This revised version will have a neon green ghost and a more accurate color scheme for our favorite ghost chaser's outfit.

The Great Showdowns is the smash hit online series that we have seen in art shows and books depicting classic moments of great tension between characters in some of the greatest films of all time. This the very first figure ever to be created of Scott C's work and the first in a series of Great Showdowns themed toys. This figure was sculpted by George Gaspar of Double G toys who helped bring Scott C's characters to life.

Each two figure set is 3 3/4" scale and will come on a signed card back. All figures are hand cast and hand painted. $120 each. Limit two per household.

Ordering will be open for 14 days in TheScottCShop.com or while supplies last. Expect delivery around February 2018.

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TEASER: "Vagabonds" Willo Custom Show at DesignerCon 2017

More info soon! Obvsiouly this show will take place at Kyle Kirwan's booth at DCon. I have the artist roster list but not sharing yet! Although, I will say: I am one of the artists!

-Benny

The 3D Hero releases Cobalt Battle Bunny and Scarlet Scrapper

  

 With names like Cobalt Battle Bunny and Scarlet Scrapper who could possibly be intimidated by such harmless sounding creatures? Well this dynamic duo is far from being descendants of Peter Cottontail or even the Easter Bunny. These 3- inch rodents are here to wreak havoc in the streets of 3D Hero City!

The 3D Hero himself (Tavvon Reynolds) has gone completely insane with his new fascination with terror and villainy, combining it with his first loves of all things cute & all things mech. Sticking to his very industrialized and dystopian style Hero sculpted these critters atop of  2 Dunny cyborg bases. Word has it that these are the first in a new series that the Hero is creating; each one to be more mind-blowing than its predecessor. If  the Battle Bunnies are just the tip of the iceberg, may the gods have mercy on the citizens of 3D Hero City.

Cobalt Battle Bunny and Scarlet Scrapper are both available for purchase here. For the latest updates follow The 3D Hero on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

The Atomic 12 Custom Dunny Series by Cat Atomic and Corner12 Drops Today at 12:12 PST

Today Corner12 is releasing a custom Dunny series by Cat Atomic (Felix Martinez). "The Atomic 12" series drops August 22, 2017 at 12:12 PM PST at this link: https://www.corner12.com/shop-1/

Felix tells us that he considers these to be his best customs so far. Each piece features different designs on the ears and chest. Some of the designs are unlike anything Felix has done on any of his previous Dunnys. This looks to be a series of twelve 3-inch-tall one of a kind Dunnys. Set a reminder for noon and start F5ing!