Hello, Brute Newsfeed http://blog.hellobrute.com/ Announcements for new projects and upcoming releases. en Copyright 2008 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:24:28 -0800 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification A Surprise Arpie

Thank you so much to everyone who's picked up a Jake or two already! Your orders shipped today. There are only a couple left of each color now. The surprise Arpie custom that went for sale with Jake is pictured above. The first edition of My Little Arpie should be ready by the end of the month. Thanks again everyone!

]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/a-surprise-arpie.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/a-surprise-arpie.html Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:24:28 -0800 Jake in 40 minutes

The initial release of my resin figure Jake starts at 3pm (pacific time) today. I heard there was gonna be something extra.]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/jake-in-40-minutes.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/jake-in-40-minutes.html Shop Additions Toys Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:20:44 -0800 Comic-con Leftovers There are 3 custom figures left from San Diego Comic-Con available on Cardboard Spaceship's website.

Direct links: here, here, and here.

I also just put an original sculpted clay figure up in my store. I planned to release him as a mini figure series last year, but the mold didn't turn out so well, so now I'm selling the original in my shop here.]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/comiccon-leftovers.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/comiccon-leftovers.html Shop Additions Toys Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:51:54 -0800 Black and White Freedrawings

Netherlands-based artist Zeptonn has published a book featuring his collaborative drawings with over 40 international artists. My spread is pictured above. You can buy the book online here, or if you're in the US you can pick it up at Grass Hut (Portland), Threadless (Chicago), or Popcling (Costa Mesa).]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/black-and-white-freedrawings.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/black-and-white-freedrawings.html Publication Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:04:20 -0800 Jake & New Site Coming

Hi everyone, this is just a quick update to let you know Jake is coming. Details are on the shop page. I'm also working on a new site, so if things look a little weird, that's why. Everything should be all finished in the next week or so!

Update: New site is done, hope you like it!]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/jake-new-site-coming.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/08/jake-new-site-coming.html Shop Additions Site News Toys Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:48:49 -0800 The Klepties figures for Comic-Con

I'm really excited to have Cardboard Spaceship represent me at San Diego Comic-Con this year! Above is a look at the figures that will be for sale at their booth (#4737). Prices range from $85-$160. Each is unique and handmade, plus they come with special header cards!

You can take a closer look at them on my Flickr page for now. They'll be added to the portfolio as well shortly.]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/07/the-klepties-figures-for-comic.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/07/the-klepties-figures-for-comic.html Shows Toys Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:42:14 -0800 A Boy Who Won't Be Good: Presale! schmancy.jpg

Heads up! The pieces for my solo show at Schmancy are now up for presale on their blog. Give them a phone call if you're interested in purchasing anything: (206) 728-008. Everything is signed and one of a kind.

The show opens on Friday, July 11th. I will be at the opening reception, so if you're in the area come say hey! Click here to view the flyer.

Oh, and HUGE thanks to those of you that have picked up pieces already!!!!!
]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/07/a-boy-who-wont-be-good-presale.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/07/a-boy-who-wont-be-good-presale.html Shows Toys Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:47:13 -0800 Plushform Exhibition at Rotofugi
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Here's a peak at my piece for the Plushform Release Party at Rotofugi in Chicago. Show opens on June 27th to celebrate the release of Shawn's new customizable plush! Check out the Plushform website here. More info below:

PLUSHFORM release and custom show
June 27th, 6 - 9pm
Rotofugi Designer Toy Store & Gallery
1953 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
ph. 312.491.9501


PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:

US-BASED:
Abe Lincoln Jr.
Anna Chambers
APAK
Bloo Empire
Brent Nolasco
Brian Flynn
Brian Quinn
Cameron Tiede
DAVe Warnke
Elizabeth Ito
64 Colors
My Paper Crane
Hello Brute
Jen Rarey
Jenny Harada
Jesse Hernandez
Jim Koch
Jimbot
Kano
Kelly Denato
Ken Kerins
Kozik
Little Friends of Printmaking
Dead Presidents
MCA
Meena Kim
Phoneticontrol
Steff Bomb
Spok Spok
 CHICAGO:
Joey D
blUtt
Brian Morris
CZR
Netherland Art
Elisa Harkins
Emily Cunningham
Gabe Lanza
The Grocer
Joey Potts
Jeremy Tinder
Veggiesomething
Jeremiah Ketner
Jeremy Pelt
Jose Girabaldi
Laura Granlund
Pock-it Palz
Minti Mindi
Montgomery Smith
OhNo!Doom!
Peabe
Rachel Niffenegger
Rejoice!
Revise CMW
Travis Lampe
Yoink
Yunicorn		 INTERNATIONAL:
Cupco
Byte Dust
Dacosta
Jam Factory
Jasper Wong
Peskimo
Playskewl
Sichi
Squink
Julie West

]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/06/plushform-exhibition-at-rotofu.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/06/plushform-exhibition-at-rotofu.html Shows Toys Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:09:02 -0800 Here Comes Jake! jakeheader.jpg

It's late and I've been hard at work on a bajillion projects. First, thanks to everyone who picked up Brute Toy 2! Here's a look at the next toy I'll be releasing. His name is Jake! The final details have yet to be hashed out, but expect another small edition.

My next solo show is at Schmancy in Seattle, WA and it opens on Friday July 11th. I'll be attending the event. My next post should have the flyer as well as all the info about when and how to purchase the artwork. There will be a pre-sale before the actual opening, which I believe is about a week in advance. Yes, there will be more resin figures. More info in the next post!

That's all for now!
]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/06/here-comes-jake.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/06/here-comes-jake.html Shows Toys Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:09:00 -0800 Brute Toy 2 available May 21 bt22.jpg

Yep, they're almost ready! Brute Toy 2 is an edition of 8 and will be available this coming Wednesday in the online shop at 5pm PST (8PM EST).


]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/05/brute-toy-2-available-may-21.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/05/brute-toy-2-available-may-21.html Shop Additions Toys Fri, 16 May 2008 15:15:26 -0800 Brute Toy 2 / Shop Additions bt2progress.jpg

Hi folks, here is a sneak peak at the work in progress for Brute Toy 2. I'm considering bumping the edition number down to 10. My mold is busted so I have to make a new one and that would delay the release of this guy quite a bit. He should be available sometime this coming week if so. I'll list the date here in the blog and in the shop. The best way to stay informed is via the mailing list. I'll send out an e-mail a few days before the release so that everyone is reminded in time. Stay tuned for more info.

Also, you'll notice there a couple new things in the shop as well as a new look, so check 'em out!
]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/05/brute-toy-2-shop-additions.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/05/brute-toy-2-shop-additions.html Shop Additions Toys Sat, 10 May 2008 20:41:11 -0800 Brute Toy Customs btoycustoms.jpg

Here's a sneak peak of some almost finished customs for my upcoming show at Schmancy in Seattle!!]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/brute-toy-customs.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/brute-toy-customs.html Shows Toys Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:08:10 -0800 Thank You Clutter! clutter.jpg

Clutter Magazine featured my toys in their current issue (12) with art by Tara McPherson on the cover. Thanks Clutter!!!]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/thank-you-clutter.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/thank-you-clutter.html Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:02:45 -0800 Brute Toy 2 Prototype brutetoy2.jpg

Here is a peak at the prototype for Brute Toy 2. The release date has yet to be determined, so why not join the mailing list if you wanna find out as soon as it's set? :)]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/brute-toy-2-prototype.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/brute-toy-2-prototype.html Toys Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:11:58 -0800 I'm Here! ggbridge.gif

I've finally arrived in San Francisco and am gradually getting settled. This means orders will finnaallly begin shipping! Hooray! There are new toys in the works as well so Brute Toy 2 should be hitting the streets soon. I will also post more info and previews for my upcoming solo show at Schmancy in Seattle. Stay tuned!]]> http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/im-here.html http://blog.hellobrute.com/2008/04/im-here.html Site News Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:23:18 -0800