Ginger Trooper

Born in Idaho (the funny shaped one just east of Washington and Oregon) to a large family, Sam had his artistic side fostered from a young age. His Mother and Grandmother (his Father's Mother) being extremely talented artists encouraged him to draw and paint constantly. At the age of 18 he fled the state everyone forgets in search of greener pastures. Somewhere around Wyoming he missed his turn and wound up in Texas by mistake. After realizing his error (a year later) he bounced around the west coast until finally settling in the land of plastic and sunshine, which (for now) he has decided suits him just fine. 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