Felipe - NYCC

Self-produced art toys are designer collectibles created and manufactured independently by the artist or small teams without the backing of a large toy company or mass-market brand. These toys are often highly personal, artistic expressions and are usually made in limited runs. Key Characteristics include independent creation where the artist is in control of the entire process from concept, sculpting, and painting to production and packaging. These are usually made in small batches, often 10–100 pieces, which adds to their rarity, made using materials like resin, sofubi (Japanese soft vinyl), or 3D-printed components. 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 Born in Tijuana, Mexico and raised in San Diego Juan was always interested in art. Always drawing and getting in trouble for it. He learned English by just watching Saturday morning cartoons. Moved to Vegas in 1998 graduating high school in 2001. He attended Collins College in Arizona for animation. After recieving an associates degree he moved back to Las Vegas where he earned a bachelors in graphic design from The Art institute. Through mutual friends Juan became involved with First Friday art shows and found a home where he can show and display his art and meet an amazing group of artist that have become his greatest motivators. About October 10 - 13, 2013 Javits Center | NYC NYCC is the second largest pop culture convention in America and the only one that takes place in the comic book, publishing, media, and licensing capital of the world -- Gotham City. Our show floor plays host to the latest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television, our panels give fans a chance to interact with their favorite creators, and our screening rooms feature premieres of films and TV shows months before they hit either big or small screens!