12/28/2008

CIRCUSPOSTERUS.COM - HAZEL


THE SCAVENGERS EXCLUSIVE "HAZEL" @ circusposterus.com

Limited to 300 pieces worldwide!!!
Coming soon to: circusposterus.com

www.alwaysSEEN.com

12/26/2008

CLOSEOUT SALE @ KIDROBOT PIRATE STORE, CHICAGO



The Kidrobot Pirate Store, Chicago will be closing in a couple days, and they're having a giant closeout sale in the process. If you're in the area be sure to check it out before 12/27/08, as some of the items will be marked up to 75% off!!!

www.kidrobot.com

12/23/2008

ALWAYS SEEN'S TOY GIVEAWAY



alwaysSEEN.com is hosting it's very first end of the year Toy Giveaway. This is just another way for us to thank all our readers and visitors. Hopefully this becomes an annual thing and the giveaways get bigger and better each time. The list of stuff includes: random mini figures(including Dunnys and Scavengers), stickers, postcards and more. In total there will be about 10-15 items.

SIGN UP INFO:
You can sign up by selecting one of the following:
  • Leave a comment on this blog entry
  • Post in the thread on kidrobot.com CLICK HERE
All entries will be pooled together and one winner will be drawn from a raffle. The drawing will be completely random. Entries will be accepted until 12/31/08, 7PM (Pacific). Please keep the entries to one per person.

Happy Holidays!!!

UPDATE:

The winner of this year's toy giveaway is KR Boardmember: inksofmemories

Congratulations!!!

alwaysSEEN.com

12/19/2008

VINYL FALLOUT.COM EXCLUSIVE


THE SCAVENGERS EXCLUSIVE "WINSTON" @ Vinylfallout.com

Limited to 200 pieces worldwide!!!
Now available at: vinylfallout.com.

www.alwaysSEEN.com

12/18/2008

HUCK GEE'S CHARITY AUCTION


ASPCA Charity Auction by HUCK GEE
ASPCA - American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Info posted by Huck Gee:

"We have just listed our next holiday benefit auction in the Ebay Store: we have a sealed, never been opened, Huck Gee Series One 3" Dunny. Only the box is signed at the moment (like we said, hasn't been opened) but Huck will gladly open the packaging and sign the figure upon request. This will be a 7 day auction beginning at $1 with 100% of the proceeds going to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Get your bid in before it's gone!

ASPCA Auction (Available Now!)

Happy Bidding and Good Luck!!!"

www.huckgee.com

12/17/2008

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from PATRICK FRANCISCO



Artist Patrick Francisco sent me this really cool holiday e-card and I thought I'd share it with the rest of you. Don't forget to right click and save, and while you're at it be sure to check out Patrick's site: www.patrickfrancisco.com. I wish everyone a Happy Holidays aswell and you can thank me later.

www.patrickfrancisco.com

12/15/2008

THE ART GALLERY - NEW ITEMS


HEADPHONIES by Eran Weinberg
Product Info: 3" mini speakers, Designs by MAD and Frank Kozik
Price: $30

HEADPHONIES are now available @ The Art Gallery
If you'd like to purchase this item CLICK HERE


QUADRICS 001 by Maxim Zhestkov
Product Info: 8" figure, (Black) colorway, Edition of 500
Price: $60

QUADRICS 001 is now available @ The Art Gallery
If you'd like to purchase this item CLICK HERE


KOIBITO by Yoskay Yamamoto
Product Info: 7" figure, (Black & Gold) colorway, Edition of 500
Price: $80

KOIBITO is now available for PRE-ORDER @ The Art Gallery
If you'd like to pre-order this item CLICK HERE

www.alwaysSEENgallery.com

12/13/2008

NOCTURNAL @ CARDBOARD SPACESHIP - Show Recap



The Nocturnal Show at Cardboard Spaceship opened last night, where both Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters unveiled new breathe-taking solo and collaborative efforts. The artwork being showcased ranged from various paintings, prints, and vinyl figures in all sizes, all the way up to a collaborated 4 ft. Qee that was as big as it was amazing... Even with most pieces already sold through Cardboard Spaceship's preview list, the turnout was still great with fans of all ages lined up not only to get doodles and sketches but were also waiting for their opportunity to meet both artists. From what I've seen, Kathie and Brandt are really passionate about their work and are very good to their fans, as they signed and doodled on pretty much everything that was placed in front of them. Kudos to the Cardboard Spaceship crew as well; by far some of the best people in the retail business, not only did they host an outstanding show, but they made sure every customer was well taken care of... Thanks again Nick!!!



To see the complete flickr set for Nocturnal CLICK HERE

www.brandtpeters.com
www.miserychildren.com
www.cardboardspaceship.net

12/10/2008

NEW CUSTOM by HUCK GEE


COLONIAL LIFE - CORPORAL "THUNDERSTICKS" ANSON
Colonial Life - UTCMC - ZOR Dread Squad

Info posted by Huck Gee:

"Coming this Friday, December 12th, 2008 at Noon PST, Huck releases the next figure in the UTCMC Colonial Life series: CPL R.H. 'Thundersticks' Anson. One of the original core members of the infamous ZOR Dread Squad. These guys (and gals) are the best of the best, the anything goes, whatever it takes, no matter the body count, United Terran Colonies clean up crew... 10 custom hand painted Corporal 'Thundersticks' Anson Munnys. Each is signed and numbered (on breast plate and shoulder pad) and comes with shown accessories. Due to the nature of the materials, some differences should be expected in each figure. 10 figures in this set, $750 per figure."

Limit one figure per customer.

Huck's Ebay Store (Noon PST, Friday 12/12)



www.huckgee.com

12/09/2008

UK DUNNY SERIES by KIDROBOT


Ye Olde English UK DUNNY SERIES - 01.22.09

Info posted at kidrobot.com:

"Kidrobot heads to the UK January 22 to bring you a bunch of bloody good olde Dunnys. This proper nice set features 17 blind boxed, 3-inch figures by the top boys and girls from the great isle. Don’t get too pissed with excitement or you’ll miss the 2 chases. Retails for $7.95 a pop.

Collabs include: Clutter, Doktor A, Frames, HiCalorie x Julie West, ilovedust, Jon Burgerman, Keanan Duffty, McFaul, Mimic, Peskimo, Shok 1, Tado, Triclops and UAMOU"

www.kidrobot.com

KOIBITO - Munky King Exclusive Colorway



The secret colorway for the Munky King Exclusive "Koibito" was revealed last weekend at VTN. Since then a few hi-res pics of this colorway have popped up on various forums and websites. If you haven't seen it yet, then here it is. This colorway looks like a translucent smoke-grey of some sort. Either way it's a must have piece for many and the fact that it's limited to a run of only 150 makes it that much more desirable.



The first run of Koibito's including the MK Exclusive are set to drop on 12.11.08. If you want one make sure to line up real early this Thursday at Munky King.

www.munkyking.com
www.yoskay.blogspot.com

12/08/2008

MINI PRINT SET by GREG "CRAOLA" SIMKINS


MINI PRINT SET by GREG "CRAOLA" SIMKINS
Print Info: Giclee prints on Somerset Velvet fine art paper
Size and Run: 4"x5" (each print), Limited edition of 300
Price: $80

Set includes: Winter's Knight, Night Knight, White Knight
- 50 sets will also include a hidden "chase" print
- 30 sets will also include a hidden original Simkins drawing

This mini print set is now available at: Gallery1988.com

www.imscared.com
www.gallery1988.com

12/05/2008

HONEY BEAR Print by LUKE CHUEH


HONEY BEAR Print by Luke Chueh
Print Info: Giclee print on archival paper
Size and Run: 16"x20", Limited edition of 200
Price: $150

This print is now available at: Gallery1988.com

www.lukechueh.com
www.gallery1988.com

VTN - DKE TOYS Exclusives


STONE HERMIT DUNNY 8" by Eric Scarecrow
Where: DKE Booth @ VTN
When: 12.06.08-12.07.08
Price: $125 (each)

The Stone Hermit Dunny 8" is limited to only 12 pieces and will come with it's very own custom box. Each Dunny is individually signed and numbered by Eric Scarecrow.


AKASHI (pink) by Dave Bondi
Where: DKE Booth @ VTN
When: 12.06.08-12.07.08
Price: $65 (each)

Dave Bondi will be at the DKE Booth for a signing session this Saturday at 1pm. Akashi is limited to only 50 pieces and only 30 will be available for purchase.

www.alwaysSEEN.com

12/02/2008

GHOSTS OF THE BARBARY COAST by JEREMY FISH



GHOSTS OF THE BARBARY COAST by Jeremy Fish
Where: FIFTY24SF Gallery, San Francisco
When: Show Opening is 12.04.08, 7:30 - 9PM

San Francisco's own Jeremy Fish has put together a solo exhibition called "Ghosts of the Barbary Coast". The exhibition is hosted by Upper Playground and will be held at FIFTY24SF Gallery.

Info posted by Jeremey Fish:

"The artwork in this show is my personal interpretation of some of San Francisco’s more colorful founding folklore. The goal for this show is to gain a better understanding of San Francisco’s formative heroes, and honor them in my drawings, paintings, and sculpture, as well as, finding parallels to the early days of San Francisco in today’s contemporary San Francisco, and the cyclical nature of this city and its ill behaviors."



To preview some of the show pieces CLICK HERE

www.superfishalsf.com
www.upperplayground.com

11/30/2008

THE VIVISECT PLAYSET (Round 5)



THE VIVISECT PLAYSET (Round 5)
Where: Gallery 1988 San Francisco
When: Show Opening is 12.05.08

Info taken from g1988.com:

"The Vivisect Playset is returning for it's fifth installment on December 5th at our San Francisco location. Luke Chueh has helped us curate another amazing show and the artist lineup is incredible!

Alex Pardee, Amanda Visell, Amy Sol, Angry Woebots, Anthony Ausgang, Ben Strawn, Brendon Flynn, Charlie Immer, Daniel Elson, Dia, Ghostpatrol, Isaac Pierro, Joe Ledbetter, Johnny Crap, Kamala Dolphin Kingsley, Lauren Moyer, Lindsay Campbell, Luke Chueh, Mari Inukai, Matt Dangler, Mayuko Fujino, Melissa Haslam, Moira Hahn, Paul Barnes, Peek-a-boo, Pete Gronquist, Roland Tamayo, Scott Radke, Thomas Han, and Walt Hall."


Ben Strawn


Mari Inukai

www.lukechueh.com
www.gallery1988.com

11/26/2008

Dunny by RON ENGLISH


Ron English Dunny 8-inch - KR Miami Exclusive

Info taken directly from kidrobot.com

"Pop art godfather Ron English exposes Dunny’s inner demons at Art Basel Miami with this freakishly rare 8-inch. Hit the lights on this GID piece to see what’s left of Dunny after English attacks. Available December 4 exclusively at Kidrobot Miami and kidrobot.com. Retails for $50.

Ron English spreads his popaganda with a rally and signing at Kidrobot MIA Thursday, December 4th from 6-8pm."

www.kidrobot.com

11/24/2008

HAZEL Print by KATHIE OLIVAS


HAZEL Print by Kathie Olivas
Print Info:
Printed on Epson Radiant white Watercolor paper
Size and Run:
Paper size 13x19, Edition of 40
Price: $75

This print is now available at: circusposterus.com

www.alwaysSEEN.com

The Art Gallery - New Items


KOGUMA by MPH Labs and Tokyo Plastic
Release Date:
early-mid December
Price:
$75.00
Limited to 500 pieces
Now availble for PRE-ORDER in The Art Gallery

If you'd like to PRE-ORDER this item CLICK HERE


KORALIE DUNNY by Koralie and Kidrobot
Description: Comes complete with box, foil and artist card
Price: $50.00
Ratio: 1/96
Now available in The Art Gallery

If you'd like to purchase this item CLICK HERE

www.alwaysSEEN.com

11/20/2008

KOIBITO Release Party @ Munky King



KOIBITO by Yoskay Yamamoto - Release Party
Where: Munky King, Los Angeles
When: 12.11.08, 7-11 PM

Yoskay will be at this event for an in-store signing session. Both the Gold Edition(500 pieces) and the Munky King Exclusive(150 pieces) will be available for purchase.



www.munkyking.com
www.yoskay.blogspot.com

The Art Gallery - Books by ANDREW BELL


"DO NOT EAT" Book and Postcard Set by Andrew Bell
Item Description: 204 pages, Includes a set of 6 postcards
Price: $18 plus shipping
Now available in The Art Gallery

If you'd like to purchase a copy CLICK HERE.


"NOW YOU'VE DONE IT" Book by Andrew Bell
Item Description: Soft Cover, 192 pages
Price: $14.00 plus shipping
Now available in The Art Gallery

If you'd like to purchase a copy CLICK HERE.

www.alwaysSEEN.com
www.alwaysSEENgallery.com

11/19/2008

KOGUMA by MPH - Release Info



The MPH Labs have just announced new release info for the highly anticipated Koguma. There's no exact date set but they'll be out before the end of the year. Finally!!! I've been waiting on this design since SDCC. MPH will release their exclusive first which is the White Colorway and will only be available at myplasticheart.com. The rest of the colorways will release shortly after. I might actually be able to get a couple for the online shop but I can't make any promises yet... Stay tuned.



www.myplasticheart.com

11/18/2008

HUCK GEE's Latest Custom


Colonial Life - "Sgt. Vasquez" Custom Munny
Designed by Huck Gee

Info posted by Huck Gee:

"Coming this Friday, November 21st, 2008 at Noon PST, Huck releases his newest creation. Set in a new world, Colonial Life, we present one of UTCMC's finest, Sergeant Vasquez. Leader of the infamous ZOR Dread Squad. These guys (and gals) are the best of the best, the anything goes, whatever it takes, collateral damage be damned United Terran Colonies clean up crew... 10 custom hand painted Sgt. Vasquez Munnys. Each is signed and numbered (on breast plate and shoulder pad) and comes with shown accessories. Due to the nature of the materials, some differences should be expected in each figure. 10 figures in this set, $750 per figure.

Limit one figure per customer."




www.huckgee.com

20" Modern Hero Dunny Raffle by MAD



Artist Mad is throwing a raffle for a 20" MODERN HERO Dunny Custom. Right now if you spend $50 or more at madtoydesign.com you will be entered in this raffle. You get one ticket for every $50 spent in his e-store and there are no limits on how many tickets you can submit. The more you spend the better chances you have to win. Good Luck!!!

www.madtoydesign.com

11/17/2008

Artworks by PON



Channel1
is hosting a solo show by artist Pon. The show is called "Droppin Shit Like A Pigeon." Pon hails from Queens, NY and is known for having pigeons in most if not all of his artwork. At times it's actually the focal point of his design. I can assure you that there will be plenty of pigeons at this gathering. If you're in the Connecticut area be sure to stop by and check out this show. Pon surely won't disappoint.

Location: 220 State St. New Haven, CT 06511
Opening: 11.21.08, 6-8 PM
Phone: 1-888-SHOP-CH1

www.feedthepigeons.net
www.channel1online.com

SKULLSKIN by AJEE - GOLD Colorway



The long awaited Skullskin figure by Ajee has finally been released. The super limited Gold colorway is now available at bonustoyz.com. This colorway is limited to only 180 pieces and is priced roughly at around $150 plus shipping.

www.bonustoyz.com

11/13/2008

HELLO I'M INSANE - Artist Proofs & T-Shirts


"HELLO I'M INSANE" DUNNY A/P's & T-SHIRTS

Info provided by Huck Gee:

"This
Friday, November 14th, 2008 at Noon PST, we will be releasing Huck's much anticipated (and inquired about) Hello I'm Insane 8" Dunny Artist Proofs. The original release was limited to 500 pieces and you all know how hard they were to get. Big thanks to everyone that came out in the wee hours (and some the night before) to wait in line to get one. Much props.

We have a very limited number of APs available, only 25 artist proofs total. Each is signed, numbered and comes with shown accessories. $150 per figure. Good luck folks.

We also have a handful of the Insane t-shirts we will be releasing at the same time and place.

Limit one figure per customer.

Huck's Ebay Store (Noon PST, Friday 11/14)"

www.huckgee.com

VTN Exclusives



Vinyl Toy Network is less than a month away and slowly but surely the Exclusives are starting to surface. There are plenty of extremely talented artists that are attending this event and so far we can expect releases from Kathie Olivas, MAD, Marka 27, and KaNO just to name a few. Below is a list of items that will either be exclusive to the event or will be pre-released in very limited quantites.

The info below was provided by: www.vinyltoynetwork.com


MiniGod by Marka 27 "Broken Bone Day of the Dead" Edition
Marka 27 sends a special delivery of MiniGods in Broken Bone Day of the Dead Edition. Limited to 150 pieces and exclusive to the VTN show. Available for sale at BIC Plastics booth; Marka 27 will be present to sign.


Killa Instinct by Marka 27 - GID Version
BIC Plastics and Marka 27 are pleased to release Killa Instinct GLOW IN THE DARK limited version. Limited amount available to the show. Marka 27 will be available for the release to have your figure signed at the BIC Plastics booth.


Bodega by KaNO
BIC Plastics and KaNO are pleased to release Bodega. Limited amount available to the show. KaNO will be available for the release to have your figure signed at the BIC Plastics booth.

To see the complete list of VTN Exclusives: CLICK HERE

www.vinyltoynetwork.com

11/11/2008

Upcoming Releases


9" TWO-FACED HAZEL
Designed by Kathie Olivas and Produced by MINDstyle
Release Date: TBD
Limited Run of 500


MECHANIZED "SKIN DEEP" MAD*L
Mechanized Exclusive MAD*L
Release Date: 11/21/08 In-Store, 12/06/08 VTN
Limited Run of 500


BLANC de PLUME
Designed by Ashley Wood and Produced by ThreeA
Release Date: TBD
Limited Run of 75

www.alwaysSEEN.com