Thursday, June 30, 2011

Restore Debris Japan Sofubi World Painting Contest

Restore Debris Japan is holding a Sofubi World Painting Contest. Call for Entries begin August 1st (Monday) - September 30th (Friday).


"It's our great pleasure to inform you that the "DEBRIS JAPAN non-colored kit (white)" will go on sale by subscription via "Lulubell Toy Bodega" from 7/1 (fri), 2011. The price is 5,040 yen (including tax)

After purchasing it, please feel free to paint & customize and send a comment & some pictures of your work by e-mail."

The unpainted white Sofubi will be for sale tomorrow, July 1st at Lulubell. Click Here to read the rules and for more info.

via Restore

Hi-Fructose's Oasis of Chaos at SDCC 2011

Hi-Fructose will be bringing an Oasis of Chaos to SDCC 2011. They will have signings, art exclusives, exclusive appearances, book releases and so much more. We last showed you a preview of one of their wood print exclusives by Alex Pardee here. The picture above shows a better view of the print.

This was featured on Hi-Fructose's 1st issue back in 2005. Alex Pardee's print is 11"x14" and limited to 50 signed & numbered pieces. Each one will be slightly different due to the different textures in the wood. These will be available on Thursday, July 21st at 2PM.

Can't wait to see what else Hi-Fructose will have at SDCC.

via Hi-Fructose

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Jamungo Squadt Gassed S004 (FROZN WHOLE) Release

Jamungo is getting ready to release their latest Squadt - GASSED S004 (FROZN WHOLE). This will be released Tuesday July 5th @ 12 Noon Central Time at the Project Squadt Store.
  • Limited to 200 pcs  
  • 6" vinyl
  • Includes: 2 sets of arms, SM4 with removable scope and suppressor, nylon shell hooded jacket with 3dot pattern and a removable helmet.
  • Price is $85 and includes Worldwide Shipping via FEDEX or EMS
Jamungo asks that when you place your order to put your phone number in your contact details as Fedex requires it.

Allow 5-6 Weeks for shipping! Like with all of the previous Squadts releases, these will go quick.

Andrew Bell's Superheroes & Villains Androids Revealed

L-R = The Hidden Task, El Poderoso
L-R= Greentooth, Cycle-On
Andrew Bell's Superheroes & Villains Androids have been revealed. These 4 will debut at SDCC and 1 design will be released each day starting on Wednesday, July 20th at the DKE Toys Booth # 4728. A number of sets will be available at the Dead Zebra Shop and at several partner shops in Asia.


via Dyzplastic

Related post: Andrew Bell's SDCC 2011 Androids Teaser

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Itokin Park Workshop #2 @ Switcheroo

Itokin Park Workshop #2 @ Switcheroo located in Pasadena, CA. Workshop of the Handmade Oven Clay! Saturday, July 30th 4-9PM. Limited space available. Reserve your spot now for $200 ($150 for class and $50 for materials) HERE.

Super Seven Secret Society is Now Open

Super7 has opened their Super Seven Secret Society for the 2011-2012 Memberships. Limited spots are available. Hurry and get yours now before the membership closes. SSSS 2011-2012 Membership is $125. Buy yours HERE. Memberships are now closed!

Artist D-Lux's Rikishi Kickstarter Project


Artist Dan D-Lux Orosco needs your help on Kickstarter! He needs our help to fund his Rikishi (Sumo Wrestler) figure. The figure is going to be pretty big at 8-9" tall, 4-5" wide and have 5 points of articulation. This figure will be sculpted, molded and produced in Japan.

We have seen the many customs that D-Lux has done over the years. I can personally say that I own a couple of his customs too. From just looking at the sketch shown in the video, it looks pretty good. Can't wait until he posts more pictures which I hope is soon.

Check out Dan's (D-Lux) Kickstarter page to view more info about his project as well updates and of course checking out what you will receive for pledging.

Monday, June 27, 2011

NECA's SDCC Exclusive Gizmo in Package

NECA posted this on their Twitter showing their SDCC Exclusive Gizmo in Package for $20. A limited amount will be available on Amazon. So stoked for this!

Spoonful of Star Wars @ SDCC

If you were not able to attend Designercon last year, you missed the Spoonful of Star Wars Show. The good news is that the Spoonful of Star Wars show will be at SDCC at DKE's Booth #4728.

Dov Kelemer & Sarah Jo Marks (owners of DKE) commissioned artist Bwana Spoons to reinterpret each Vintage Kenner Star Wars action figure from 1977-1985. There are over 100 original paintings.

To read more about this awesome show click HERE.

Lulubell x Jon Knox's Jeffrey in Vinyl

Lulubell has announced Jon Knox's Jeffrey will be available in Vinyl form. That's right, we have seen this guy in Resin form. Look for the Unpainted Lavender Jeffrey to go on sale Wednesday 12PM Pacific Time @ Lulubell for $28.

via Lulubell

Balls Out 3 at The Grasshut

Balls Out 3 at The Grasshut in Portland, Oregon. Opening Reception is Thursday, July 7th from 6-9PM. Looking at their show flyer there's a lot of awesome artists participating!

via Grasshut

Disney Pixar's Brave Trailer


Disney/Pixar's Brave Trailer. Brave is scheduled to hit Theaters in 2012.

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Andrew Bell's SDCC 2011 Androids Teaser

Andrew Bell posted this SDCC teaser up of some new Androids designed as Brave Hereos, Masked Avengers, Super Villains and Killer Robots. (CCI /072111 / DKE4728 / 4D4D/ 10USD ).

Comic Con International - July 21, 2011, DKE Booth #4728, 4 Droids 4 Days, $10

So perhaps 1 different Android each day for $10 each at the DKE Booth. These will be released first at SDCC so not an exclusive. More info to be announced later.

via Dyzplastic

Previews Announces Additional T-Shirt Exclusives for SDCC

GODZILLA CHARCOAL T-SHIRT 2011 SDCC VERSION
After receiving a positive reactions to the IDW exclusive SDCC comic, we decided to make the image into a t-shirt! This charcoal grey t-shirt features Godzilla destroying the San Diego Convention Center and the print “San Diego 2011” to mark this famous event. Available in SM-XL: $20.00; XXL: $22.00

MINI-MATES GREY T-SHIRT 2011 SDCC VERSION
With the growing popularity of the MiniMates™ brand, their universe expands with an exclusive SDCC t-shirt! This  grey shirt features the MiniMates characters in a “Greetings from San Diego” design—mimicking the legendary cover art to Bruce Springsteen’s 1973 album, Greeting from Asbury Park. Available in SM-XXL: $20.00
Make sure to drop by the PREVIEWS/Diamond booth (#2401) to view each T-shirt and to receive a listing of Diamond retailers that will be selling the items on the show floor. 

via Previews

Previews / Diamond SDCC 2011 Exclusives

Previews/Diamond announces their lineup of the Exclusives that will be sold at SDCC through select retailers on the show floor. You will need to stop by the Previews/Diamond booth # 2401 to pick up a list that will tell you which retailer has which exclusive.
DOLLHOUSE: EPITAPHS #1 2011 SDCC VERSION
Exclusive original cover! Retailer Bonus: 1 in every 5 copy that is picked up at the SDCC will be signed by creators Jed Whedon, Andrew Chambliss, & Maurissa Tancharoen! Overwhelmed by multiple personalities after mind-altering technology, Alpha must save mankind from itself as the viral technology turns everyone into murderous automatons. The fate of the world rests in the hands of Psychotic Alpha.
LIMITED TO 2,500 COPIES
Comic SRP: $3.50


ULTIMATE COMICS FALLOUT #1 2011 SDCC VERSION
Exclusive white variant cover! The end before the beginning: After the death of Spider-Man, the Ultimate Universe will be re-born with the appearance of a new Spider-Man. This exclusive is the ultimate in SDCC Marvel exclusives!
LIMITED TO 3,000 COPIES
Comic SRP: $3.99  


GODZILLA: GANGSTERS & GOLIATHS #1 2011 SDCC VERSION
Exclusive original cover with Godzilla attacking the San Diego Convention Center! Join Detective Makoto Sato as he travels to Monster Island and faces extinction from both gangsters and goliaths. His survival depends on his wit and the help of some unusual friends.
LIMITED TO 5,000 COPIES
Comic SRP: $3.99


WALKING DEAD #87 2011 SDCC VERSION
Exclusive zombie photo cover!
We learn to carry on without them … Relive the undead in this latest installment of Walking Dead. This exclusive features a Zombie photo cover. Revel in the horror as County Sheriff Rick Grimes awakes from a coma to see that the world has been ravaged by a zombie epidemic and he must fight to survive.
LIMITED TO 5,000 COPIES
Comic SRP: $2.99


GREEN LANTERN MOVIE
LIGHT-UP BE@RBRICK 2011 SDCC VERSION
As Green Lantern takes to the big screen this Summer, be sure to grab this exclusive Be@rbrick equipped with a light-up lantern!
LIMITED TO 1,500 COPIES
Figure SRP: $16.99



EMMA FROST BISHOUJO STATUE 2011 SDCC VERSION
Exclusive clear form! Grab this exclusive Kotobukiya Bishoujo statue of Emma Frost as The White Queen! Standing eight-inches tall atop an environmental display base, the X-men mutant is highlighted by a bishoujo-styled face along with Frost’s flowing hair and cape. Be sure to add The White Queen to your Marvel X Bishoujo Collection of iconic superheroines and villains!
LIMITED TO 1,500 COPIES
Statue SRP: $59.99


MARVEL VS. CAPCOM MINIMATES BOX SET 2011 SDCC VERSION
This exclusive four-pack of minimates features the greatest heroes of “Marvel vs. Capcom 3”! Dante, Phoenix, Arthur and Deadpool are displayed in their “Player 2” colors and stand 2.5 inches tall. Sculpted exclusively by Diamond Select Toys, these mini-figures are a must for your collection!
LIMITED TO 3,000 COPIES
Minimates Box Set SRP: $17.99


via Diamond/Previews