Minion set - Dcon 2013

Skinner is a self-taught artist from Sacramento, California who has meticulously crafted a balance of extraordinary mural work, mighty powerful wall to wall installations and a prolific commercial career. Influenced by 80’s pop culture, human struggle, myths and violence dungeons and dragons and the heavy metal gods, Skinner’s mind is one full of mayhem fueled by a calculated chaos. His work has been shown all over the Universe at places like the museum of graphic design in Breta, Netherlands, Japan, Illustrative festival in Berlin, Germany, France and the states from LA to New York and in between..recently participating in the epic suggestivism show at the Grand Central Arts Center. His most recent solo exhibit entitled The Fear You May Know reigned at the White Walls Gallery in San Francisco in the summer of 2010. Skinner’s work has made known in various publications including Blisss, Juxtapoz, Hi Fructose and Beautiful/Decay. - from theartofskinner.comA designer toy store…In Arizona?!? Are you nuts? Yes, I am nuts but that's not the point. I moved to Taiwan in 97' and it didn't take me too long to get lost into toys. It started off simple - this little skull figure from Hot Dog Toys called Hallowteens. That was pretty much that. Oh sure, at first only bought little figures, but it wasn't long before I realized I'd spent several hundreds of dollars on $5 toys. Fast forward a couple years. I ended up getting shipwrecked back home in Tucson. I thought it would be over but it wasn't long before I was spending $50 bucks at a time on .50 cent Homies. There were tons of trips to Wacko in LA, Toy Tokyo in NY, and all types of random websites. While that was all fine and dandy I wanted more… my needs just weren't getting met. I had to take matters into my own hands. This has really been a labor of love. I geek out on this stuff probably more than you do. ~Luke RookPaul Kaiju is an American artist and designer renowned for his kaiju (Japanese monster) art toys, which blend vintage sci-fi, tokusatsu (special effects), and pop culture influences. His work is particularly recognized for its vibrant colors, intricate sculpting, and monster-inspired creations that often evoke nostalgia for classic kaiju films like Godzilla and Ultraman. His toys have gained significant popularity in the sofubi (soft vinyl) and designer toy communities. Paul Kaiju is best known for his kaiju monster figures, often inspired by giant, grotesque creatures from classic Japanese films. His toys are frequently given unique names and backstories, adding a sense of character and mythos to each piece. Many of his toys are crafted in the sofubi (soft vinyl) tradition, a Japanese technique known for its handcrafted nature and malleable, durable material. This allows for high-quality detailing and articulation. Paul Kaiju has become a major figure in the kaiju and designer toy communities, gaining recognition for his skill in combining traditional Japanese kaiju culture with modern, artistic expression. His creations have resonated with both toy collectors and kaiju enthusiasts, as his figures carry a sense of nostalgia while embracing new and exciting design innovations.Founded: 2003 Lulubell Toy Bodega shares our passion for kaiju, urban & designer vinyl, lowbrow art, apparel & books with you in-store in Tucson, AZ and worldwide online at lulubelltoys.com. You can also follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/LulubellToys You can find little Lulu inside the BLX Skateshop at: 35 E. Toole Avenue, Suite 1, Tucson, AZ 85701 520-622-5858 (LULU) We are part of the 1st Saturdays Art Walk, and host a new gallery show every month. The opening reception is 6 to 9pm each first Saturday. Look out for our new main location to open in Mesa, AZ in November 2011! Mission: Our mission is to enhance the kaiju, urban/designer vinyl, and art communities by sharing our passion and love for these great platforms with the world. Whether online or in-store, stop in and experience why Lulu=Love Love! Products: Kaiju, Japanese vinyl, urban & designer vinyl, lowbrow art & books, and artist designed apparel.