White Dissected L.A. Hands

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. Jason Freeny is a New York based sculptor and toy designer. Voted "2014 Fan Favorite" by Clutter Magazine readers, Freeny blurs the lines between toy design, art, science and teaching. Known for his iconic anatomical character dissections, Jason utilizes his industrial design prototyping techniques to create hyper-polished, hand made sculptures that are often confused as actual mass produced toys. Openly displaying his process and techniques in extensive work-in-progress posts on social media as an online classroom (Facebook) (Instagram) Born in Silver Spring Maryland, Jason studied industrial design at Pratt Institute and spent most of his early career in production, retail and properties design with MTV Networks and ESPN before going solo in 2010. Since 2006, Jason has been meticulously exploring the innards of some of our favorite characters for our enjoyment. In 2015 Jason teamed up with Singapore based toy company MightyJaxx to produce limited edition sculpture reproductions and manufactured toys based on his creations, most can be found at his partner site OG Slick is an American artist and designer known for his distinctive style that blends elements of street art, graffiti, and pop culture. OG Slick, whose real name is Omar “OG Slick” Quiroga, has been a prominent figure in the urban art scene, creating works that are both visually bold and deeply connected to the streets. His signature style often incorporates vibrant colors, playful characters, and dynamic compositions, which have made his art highly recognizable. One of OG Slick’s most notable contributions to the art world is his creation of the “Slick” character, a cartoonish figure that has appeared in various art toys, prints, and murals. This character, along with many of his other creations, often embodies a sense of humor, rebellion, and individuality, which resonates with fans of contemporary urban art. His work often explores themes of identity, social commentary, and cultural influences, blending his personal experiences with his love for graffiti and street culture.