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Suburban Vinyl is a well-known designer toy store and art gallery based in the United States, specializing in collectible designer toys, limited-edition figures, and unique art pieces. Located in Ridgewood, New Jersey, Suburban Vinyl has become a prominent destination for fans and collectors of urban art, street culture, and contemporary toys. The store carries a wide range of designer toys from established and emerging artists, offering exclusive releases, blind box figures, limited-edition vinyl toys, and art prints. It often features products from popular names in the designer toy world, including Kidrobot, Superplastic, Fluffy House, and one-of-a-kind pieces from independent creators. In addition to being a retail space, Suburban Vinyl functions as a gallery that showcases artistic exhibitions and collaborations with well-known artists in the designer toy scene. The store is also involved in hosting events, such as toy launches, artist signings, and other special gatherings, fostering a community of collectors and art lovers Brent Nolasco is renowned for his imaginative and emotionally resonant designer toys, sculptures, and paintings. His work seamlessly blends elements of the surreal, grotesque, and whimsical, often exploring themes of transformation, mortality, and personal mythology. Nolasco’s art is characterized by a fusion of “cute characters with nightmarish backdrops,” creating pieces that are both endearing and unsettling. He employs a diverse palette and mixed media techniques to craft unique textures and forms, reflecting his belief in constant evolution and the interplay between life and art