Friday, July 31, 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

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Some fans only come to SDCC for one reason: Pushead. The chance to score a Pushead handpaint is enough to save your money all year long just to come to Comic Con, wait in line, hopefully draw a lucky number and get a coveted Pushead handpaint. This year the Pushead event was held at the Toy Tokyo booth. News that Pushead was not coming to SDCC next year made this year's show all that more important. Although Pushead did say he will be at New York Comic Con next year instead. For West Coasters, this is sad news so with a bit of hope and a pocket full of cash (or maxed-out credit cards), we massed for the event. Unfortunately, I was so caught up in the event, I didnt' get a chance to take any pics of the crowd. In fact, many of these pics are stolen from other Skullbrainers. Above is Pushead, Devilboy and Hiddy of Secret Base.

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

There was a dizzying array of handpaints this year with an HP Cococroc at the top of the list followed closely by a few "stippled" Captains and one Pirate. Pushead is extremely loyal to his longtime fans and supporters. If you were lucky enough to be one of the 40 on the "Skeletal" email list, you drew a number for your spot in the line. You also had 3 chances to improve your line position by lottery. It was pretty fun and exciting. Anyone not on the list was able to also draw a number to determine their position after the first 40 spots. My understanding is that a number of those folks were still able to score a FHP Skull Captain which is almost as beautiful as an original handpaint.

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

When you ask most Pushead fans what toy really represents Pushead, most will answer with the Cococroc. I used to think it was my favorite toy, the KvP, but since it's a collaboration with Kaws, I tend to agree that the Cococroc is the definitive Pushead toy. This year's HP Cococroc has really given me a new appreciation for this toy.

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

So won big? The apply named Pusaddict drew the #1 spot in line via the lottery. His choice? The HP Cococroc of course. But as Pushead is such a generous guy, he also got this insane bonus pack. You couldn't find a happier dude at the show...! Congratulations Pusaddict!

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Scott licking the Stipple!! Much to the horror of Alex..! Ack!!

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Scary Andy and Pushead

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Above pics stolen from Darth Hank, Joe, Scary Andy, Devilboy, Winu. Thanks guys!!!

The following a few screen grabs from the upcoming Toy Punks DVD coming in late 2009. This is significant because I don't believe that Pushead has ever let anyone see his painting in progress let alone a film crew...!!

In addition to visiting Obitsu factory and original Marusan painter Goto-san, the Toypunks crew was fortunate to film with legendary punk artist Pushead as he hand-painted an array of his own original toys as well as a handful of figures by Rumble Monsters. In this unprecedented footage, Pushead shares some (but certainly not all) of his process with the camera, offering compelling insight into the nature of creating vinyl toys in both the Japanese and
modern underground tradition. Please look forward to it in Toypunks Vol 2, coming in winter 2009!


Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Pushead @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin Mad Battle Man @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin blew us away at SDCC. Not only did he bring several amazing handpainted Rumble Monsters Bop Dragons and Entity 13 Robots, he gave us a preview of this first toy: Mad Battle Man. A collaboration between Sutfin and Reckless Toys (the toy division of media empire Toy Punks). It's being produced by Klim and Steve over at Big Shot Toyworks so you know we will have a quality product in the end. Due out this Winter right in time for Christmas. Get those Wish Lists out now! The figure itself will be around 9" so it's not a small figure. If you look closely, his left hand is ready to wield an accessory or hopefully a giant weapon. I have to admit being really excited about this toy and can hardly wait for it to come out. Congratulations Mike...!

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

following pics from Reckless Toys

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin @ SDCC 2009

Mike Sutfin x Rumble Monsters SDCC09

Mike Sutfin x Rumble Monsters SDCC 2009

pic stolen from Joe at Kaiju Chronicle

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Mike Sutfin x Rumble Monsters SDCC 2009

L'amour Supreme Custom Mongolions @ SDCC 2009!!

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

The Legendary L'amour Supreme was in the house at SDCC 2009 doing a signing at Super 7 and pushing custom Mongolions. It's awesome to see Joel blowing up. He's got more collaborations with Onell, Mishka, adfunture, RealxHead, etc. The list of companies that want his talent continues to grow.

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Check out these amazing custom Mongolions Joel painted up.

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Aside from the production Jade Mongolion, Joel painted up four others to look like different metals

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Here is the Bronze Patina

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Steel

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Copper

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

getting jiggy with Mishka model and "pin-up" girl Ryan Keely.

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

fans waiting to choice their custom

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

preview of upcoming Onell x L'amour Supreme figures

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Here's a better pic from Onell Design. Zombie Pheyden. Sick!!

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The 2nd part of the signing was three (3) custom Mongolions painted by Dead Presidents. Insane! Here is Matt with Ryan and the #1 choice.

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lulubell Amy approves!

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

This pink version is pretty sick too

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009

Lamour Supreme @ SDCC 2009
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