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10.31.2011
10.30.2011
10.22.2011
And the Yamanayas keep marching in...
Pics of the third of three Fall 2011 Yamanaya releases hit this morning:
This is another "Revenge Of Garamon" edition, featuring the other chest symbol shown on a Garamon in that episode (it's the astrological symbol for Leo, actually).
Pretty cool... yet, on each of these, there's just a little something about the sprays that keeps me from loving them. The color combos are tasty, but as I've said, I feel that the accent sprays are heavy-handed; in this case particularly, the green sprays on the legs just come off as disharmonious stripes. If I got my hands on one of these, I probably wouldn't put it up on the shelf without some significant fixin'....
This is another "Revenge Of Garamon" edition, featuring the other chest symbol shown on a Garamon in that episode (it's the astrological symbol for Leo, actually).
Pretty cool... yet, on each of these, there's just a little something about the sprays that keeps me from loving them. The color combos are tasty, but as I've said, I feel that the accent sprays are heavy-handed; in this case particularly, the green sprays on the legs just come off as disharmonious stripes. If I got my hands on one of these, I probably wouldn't put it up on the shelf without some significant fixin'....
10.08.2011
Three jaw
"This kit will provide a three jaw.
So you say can change the opening of the mouth by the replacement of parts.
Neodymium magnets are embedded in the filtration 差Shishi as replacement parts can be fixed firmly,
We will devise a strong magnetic force easily dislodged."
http://atragongk.exblog.jp/15803960/
10.07.2011
They always come in pairs...
...so it's no surprise that another new version of the Yamanaya Garamon is set to drop in November:
I like this one, but not quite as much as the September release; on both, actually, I feel that the oversprays on the face and body are a bit heavy-handed.
Like earlier versions which have sported chest symbols, this one is considered a "Revenge of Garamon" release, the chest symbols being featured in the Ultra Q episode of the same name.
9.28.2011
JAW
Gnarliest set of chompers on a Garamon EVER!!
I really think, when all is said and done, that Miyazaki's piece is going to be unlike anything we've seen before; every in-progress shot he posts amazes me. Go back and check out the hands pic from a few days ago. Really, really special; so much heart and soul going into this one...
I really think, when all is said and done, that Miyazaki's piece is going to be unlike anything we've seen before; every in-progress shot he posts amazes me. Go back and check out the hands pic from a few days ago. Really, really special; so much heart and soul going into this one...
9.23.2011
THERE IS STILL TIME!!!
To get in on Astromonster's lottery for 5 one-offs of the new Red Mercury Garakutagigas!
Not much time, though, citizen- you have until midnight tonight!!
RUN!!!
(Well, click.)
Also available: 15 standard edition pieces... dig it:
Not much time, though, citizen- you have until midnight tonight!!
RUN!!!
(Well, click.)
Also available: 15 standard edition pieces... dig it:
9.11.2011
Gary's day at home: nappin' with baby, bothering dogs, nappin' with coffee
Wunnerful snaps from the photostream of one jhateball1....
8.28.2011
Atragon-GK: work on the Gara-head continues...
Looking great so far; as you'd expect, Miyazaki-san is putting his usual careful, masterly thoughtfulness into this one.
Click to embiggenate, and read all about it here.
Click to embiggenate, and read all about it here.
8.14.2011
New Yamanaya Garamon coming in September
Thanks, Yamanaya... always great to see you guys poppin' a new color of your amazing Gary.
If you don't own one of these, you need to... and this would be a fine place to start:
If you don't own one of these, you need to... and this would be a fine place to start:
Nice color scheme, truly... kinda what I was thinkin' when I commissioned this custom back in '07:
8.08.2011
8.06.2011
Atragon-GK Garamon
Aaaawwww yeah... it's begun...
Stay tuned to the Atragon-GK blog for the latest in-progress shots... and start saving up your yen!
7.28.2011
CCP Pygmon and Sufrans set
New mini set from CCP, meant to complement their upcoming full-size Monster Lawless Zone releases.
This little dude stands about 4cm tall; the Sufrans is 6cm (and can be served lightly steamed or sauteed with garlic and tamari):
Here's hoping that CCP does a full-size Garamon one day... their stuff is top-notch, always!
7.27.2011
Choice Garaflickrings...
Garakutagigas sightings
On the floor at SDCC (in the hands of the man himself):
Unpainted red looking quite sweet!
Check these Astromonster posts for the latest info:
Check these Astromonster posts for the latest info:
7.20.2011
Garakutagigas: FIRE! & ordering info!
Here he is, a second utterly knockout color version... decisions, decisions:
... and here they are, in these nifty promos from Astromonster:
Ordering info here!
... and here they are, in these nifty promos from Astromonster:
Ordering info here!
7.19.2011
Garakutagigas Astromonster color versions are GO! Ordering opens tonight!
I'm a little late in reporting on the awesome "Storm" color version, pictured above; here's today's scoop from Astromonster:
Garakutagigas Orders Open Tonight
Colorway no. 2 Fire was painted last night. Photos are still in preparation. I will post photos of both colorways and order info tonight at midnight, July 20.
7.17.2011
Monster Invitational @ FOE: show report
WOW is all I can say about last weekend! It was great in every way... and it all kicked off with the Monster Invitational @ FOE Shop & Gallery in Massachusetts, in which I showed 10 of my custom kaiju toys (I'll save most of the self-aggrandizement for the end of the post).
FOE is located in the bustling downtown of Northampton. I had never been there before, and being invited to participate in the show seemed like a great reason to make the trip. I really like the town a lot, and definitely plan to go back sooner than later. FOE's owners, Jim and Nicole, are really great people, and, after so much communication via phone and email over the last few months, it was very enjoyable to meet them in person and get to hang out and talk toys a bit.
The opening took place on Friday night, 7/08, from 6:00 - 9:00. It was very well-attended; kaiju connoisseurs mixing with curious locals and passers-by, everyone seeming to enjoy the tremendous range of monsteriffic eye candy on display. I was really struck by the fact that, although the show was representing a world of creature worship that can be so arcane and esoteric, it was easy for most anyone who walked in to find many things to connect with. I saw a lot of wide smiles and a lot of heads being shaken in wonder at their first exposure to this realm.
Here are some pics I took... I tried to cover everyone's stuff!
Osiris Orion:
Brian Mahony/Guumon:
Ben's terrific Viras... if I wasn't saving for a big trip in August, I'm pretty sure I would've made this one mine...
Velocitron:
Dream Rocket:
Mark Nagata/Max Toy Co:
Why, it's the man himself!!
Ben Reigle:
Splurrt:
Paddy Charles:
Bob Conge/Plaseebo:
Jeff Lamm/Greasebat and Monster Worship:
Eric Talbot:
Finally, my own stuff...
First off, "Shriek of the Wendigyango":
"ESP Bagun":
"Dichroic Gablar":
"Carbona Hedorah":
This was right before I backhanded all my pieces off the shelf in a fit of artistic dissatisfaction:
There were sightings of Greasebat-headed folk:
The great Jim and Nicole (sorry Jim, I think I caught you in 1/3 of a blink):
Thanks for looking!
MUCH more Gara-goodness to come this week, as I get caught up!!
FOE is located in the bustling downtown of Northampton. I had never been there before, and being invited to participate in the show seemed like a great reason to make the trip. I really like the town a lot, and definitely plan to go back sooner than later. FOE's owners, Jim and Nicole, are really great people, and, after so much communication via phone and email over the last few months, it was very enjoyable to meet them in person and get to hang out and talk toys a bit.
The opening took place on Friday night, 7/08, from 6:00 - 9:00. It was very well-attended; kaiju connoisseurs mixing with curious locals and passers-by, everyone seeming to enjoy the tremendous range of monsteriffic eye candy on display. I was really struck by the fact that, although the show was representing a world of creature worship that can be so arcane and esoteric, it was easy for most anyone who walked in to find many things to connect with. I saw a lot of wide smiles and a lot of heads being shaken in wonder at their first exposure to this realm.
Here are some pics I took... I tried to cover everyone's stuff!
Osiris Orion:
Nine AWESOME canvases by the legendary Mr. Stephen Blickenstaff:
Ben's terrific Viras... if I wasn't saving for a big trip in August, I'm pretty sure I would've made this one mine...
Hard candy gloss and a velvety matte together... gotta love it!
Velocitron:
Why, it's the man himself!!
Ben Reigle:
Splurrt:
Eric Talbot:
First off, "Shriek of the Wendigyango":
Just for reference, here's a couple pics of what this toy looks like unaltered, straight out the box:
"ESP Bagun":
"Dichroic Gablar":
"Carbona Hedorah":
And finally... "Who's the Boss: Little Showman Gary":
My "Not For Sale" shelf (w/ and w/o flash), with previously-sold pieces on loan (thanks again, all):
The Chief Garamaniac arrives in Northampton:
This was right before I backhanded all my pieces off the shelf in a fit of artistic dissatisfaction:
There were sightings of Greasebat-headed folk:
The great Jim and Nicole (sorry Jim, I think I caught you in 1/3 of a blink):
Thanks for looking!
MUCH more Gara-goodness to come this week, as I get caught up!!
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