All Star, No War

David Horvath is an American artist and designer best known for co-creating the iconic character Uglydoll alongside his wife, Sun-Min Kim. The Uglydoll franchise, which debuted in 2001, quickly gained popularity for its quirky, imperfect characters that resonated with fans of all ages. The dolls are characterized by their distinctive features, such as uneven eyes, mismatched ears, and unique body shapes, embracing a theme of embracing imperfections and celebrating individuality. Horvath’s work extends beyond Uglydolls, including collaborations with various brands and the creation of other collectible characters. His designs often emphasize a playful, whimsical aesthetic, with characters that blend cute and unconventional elements. His art appeals to those who appreciate humor, creativity, and a sense of warmth in the face of imperfection. The Vader Project is a reimagining of the iconic Darth Vader helmet curated by Dov Kelemer and Sarah Jo Marks of DKE Toys (dketoys.com). Kelemer and Marks gathered close to 100 of the hottest underground and pop surrealist painters, artists, and designers to participate. For this unique project each artist was given a 1:1 scale authentic prop replica of the actual Darth Vader helmet used in the STAR WARS™ films. The helmets served as a blank canvas for each artist to paint, design, mash up, and customize.