Farewell Phantom. It Was Good While It Lasted

Well, I've given it some serious thought, and I have decided to abandon the Phantom mold. After making over a hundred, I've run into so many problems with it that it's just more trouble than it's worth. For every ten that come out perfectly, there are 30 that are junk. Being a perfectionist, I just can't (and won't) let these get into anyone's hands. I will just consider it a sunk cost.

The good news is that I intend to learn from this experience, and expect to have a new improved Phantom sculpt out in the near future (possibly with a new name). Not only that, but many, many other new figure sculpts (all in different colorways) in the line as well. The thought of this is very exciting, and I can't wait to start, but not until after I complete my current illustration project first (one thing at a time)!

Also, for those of you that nabbed one of the earlier Phantom figures...consider yourself lucky. Not only were those made in extremely limited numbers, but that sculpt will never be used again.

See you soon!

A Sneak Peak of Things to Come

Here is a sneak peak of some exciting things to come.

I've been experimenting with my Phantom and Octoblot toys in new colors/mixes and materials (plastic, clear resin, even soft gummy rubber). I should have many more colorways released soon. Maybe even a new figure sculpt as well (a new playmate for Phantom and Octoblot to hang with).

I am also currently working on a brand new series when I have any free time (which isn't very often)...here is a shot of some of the pen and ink work so far. I am shooting for a series of 8-10 pieces. Can you say Sanrio parody? Hah!

Downtown Fullerton Art Walk

Prints, toys, and zines galore!

Here is a teaser photo of the merchandise from The Hooligan Series exhibiting right now as part of the Shuffle exhibition. More photos to come!

These items will be available at the Hibbleton Gallery during Downtown Fullerton's First Art Walk today (Sorry for the late post). Click here for Art Walk info. Hibbleton Gallery info here.

Octoblot Surfaces!

Did you almost forget about this little octopus? Well this cephalopod hasn't forgotten about you...

It's here! The new Octoblot Limited Bubblegum Glow Edition has finally surfaced, just in time to expel ink in your face! Complete with glow-in-the-dark ink splatters. This is the perfect companion to all your Phantom Friends! Check out the day/night photo below.