Wednesday, April 30, 2014

My Max Toy Co.

Thought I would start sharing some of my toy collection... 
I'll be posting more of my collection throughout the rest of the week. Let's start with my MAXTOYCO minis!!! 


Check out more minis and awesome full-sized figures for sale at Max Toy Company!

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Neither in or out

So... some time this week I should have a big box of the 3 inch resin Death Cats in!! Big thank you to http://duboseartanddesign.com/ for casting these disgruntled kitties for me. They will all be articulated at the neck, and come in a few different color ways. Keep watch.



Sunday, April 27, 2014

A little history...

Today I'm going to share some paintings/tattoos I've done for other toy makers, or was inspired by them to do. Enjoy!!!            
 

"Monoclon" for COJICA TOYS


"What Nightmares Are Made Of " for MUTANT VINYL HARDCORE


"Batsy Patsy" PAUL KAIJU fan art


"The Old Ones" for Grizzli Atom of GNOSIS TOYS



"Evolved Diggler Head" and "Diggler" for SPLURRT

"Sparrow and Gusto" for BLURBLEONE

And last, a tribute to Hideshi Hino's "Hell Baby"

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Friday, Friday!

Coming this FRIDAY at midnight EST...

The Cop A Squat Toys/DEATHCATTOYS Liliths will be listed for sale at the online store!

For those of you who haven't been keeping up with the blog, this awesome run of Liliths features a beautiful pearlescent color-way and each has a 23k gold tooth.


This run is limited to FOUR, so they will go very quickly! Don't miss out on your chance to grab one of these beauties!

Here kitty kitty...

Check out the first test pull of the resin DEATHCAT!

Jonathan DuBose at DuBose Art and Design is producing these not-so-happy to see you kitties for us.

We cant wait to release these felines! Now that we know the mold works, its all downhill from here!


Keep an eye out for important updates concerning the release of both the resin and vinyl versions of the DEATHCAT, and stop by the online store to pick up any other goodies in the mean time!

Monday, April 21, 2014

NEW Lilith Color-way

Take a look at this awesome clip of the new Lilith color-way! DEATHCATTOYS is very excited to announce a partnership with Cop A Squat Toys. These four Liliths are covered in beautiful pearl coating and feature 23 carat gold leaf!


This very exclusive run of Liliths will be for sale at the online store in a matter of days.  Painted by the owner of Cop A Squat Toys, these awesome Liliths will be an excellent addition to anyone's toy shelf.


Don't miss out on your opportunity to grab one of these Liliths- chances are this will be the last run of Liliths available before the art show in June at Toy Art Gallery

SUBSCRIBE to the blog to get updates as they come out; follow Johan on Instagram @johantattoos, and of course, don't forget to check out the online store for any goodies you might want to make yours. 


DEATHCAT Test Cast

The first test cast of the new DEATHCAT (resin) figure has arrived!

This particular version stands around three inches and will be used to make the mold for the resin versions of the figure.




In a few weeks, we will have a second, four inch version that will be shipped off and made into vinyl. Keep an eye on the blog to find out when the resin versions will be posted- they will most likely be a very limited run.

Don't forget to pick up a banner at the online store, and to check out the other awesome kaiju Johan has for sale.

A huge thank you to ERA Sculpture for sculpting the DEATHCAT!

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Banners for days!

We've previously mentioned that the DEATHCAT banners would be listed soon... and they're here!

Head over to the online store to pick up your choice of the two DEATHCAT banners, which are available for a limited time only!




The banners are going quickly- get them while the gettin's good!

Don't forget to check out the rest of the items available on the store!

DEATHCAT Cometh!!!!

A little sneak peek of some of the original paintings that will be featured at the art show this June at Toy Art Gallery!

All the paintings that will be featured at the show will be death cat themed.

Each painting is done with liquid acrylics/watercolor, and is on 140lb. Arches 12"x16" watercolor paper.

Hope you enjoy!


If you're in the L.A. area this June, don't forget to stop by to check out the show!

Keep an eye out for more exclusive sneak peeks updated regularly!

Deathcat Custom Rotting Reaper Corpse

Now available through the online store...

A custom one-off Rotting Reaper Corpse Toy by Michael Pro, painted by Johan.

This figure has a highly detailed, crazy sculpt and stands just over 10.5 inches tall. It also features a great Omake with a removable mask. This figure was painted with Monsterkolor airbrush paints.




Get your hands on it here while you still can!

Friday, April 11, 2014

Oh what big claws you have...

The newest DEATHCATTOYS figure is on its way to the printer!

Get a look at the DEATHCAT before it hits the store!




The DEATHCAT will be available before you know it... don't miss out on your chance to grab one! Keep your eyes glued to the blog for more updates. We'll let you know the day before the midnight release for the first run!

Don't forget about the selection of custom painted Kaiju available at the online store!

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

New Merch!

Love the DEATHCATTOYS logo?

DEATHCATTOYS is now producing 2x2 full color vinyl banners for your purchasing pleasure!

Choose between two different Bikkuriman-style banners at the online store.




The banners will also be part of a special giveaway at the art show hosted this June at Toy Art Gallery.

Banners are $40/each plus shipping, or $60+shipping for both! Happy shopping!

Saturday, April 5, 2014

This June In L.A...

We are very happy to announce that Johan's art and toys will be featured in a show this summer in L.A.!



Saturday, June 7th, Johan will be at Toy Art Gallery in what we hope to be the first of many shows to come. This show will feature artists Bwana Spoons, Martin Ontiveros, Joseph Harmon, and T9G.



A massive run of Lilith one-offs (20+!) will be available for purchase, along with original art and a few surprises!

Keep an eye out for more information as it is available!

Friday, April 4, 2014

GID Liliths Sold Out!

The first run of Glow In the Dark Lilith has sold out! Thank you to those who purchased figures from this run; they were shipped out this week!



Did you miss your chance to grab a Lilith figure? Keep a look out over the next few weeks to find out how you can get your hands on one from the next (very large!) run of Lilith, which will be composed of many, many one-offs and custom colorways by other artists.

In the meantime, visit Johan's store and pick up some kaiju figures Johan has custom painted.

Other news will be coming soon as well- including travel dates, possible art shows, and sneak peeks at other upcoming figures. Stay tuned!

Exciting news coming soon!

In the next few weeks, DEATHCATTOYS will be announcing a lot of big news!



Keep an eye on the blog and Johan's Instagram @johantattoos for more information.