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NOW AVAILABLE: HAUNTS – JOHN PHAM & ROB SATO Artwork from the Haunts exhibition is now available online and on display at GR2. BRAND NEW: UGLYDOLL UGLYBAGS There’s no better way to transport all of your fuzzy friends. Comes in Ninja Batty Shogun, Ket, Ox, and Big Toe varieties. NEW VARIETIES: UGLYDOLL PLUSHES We have a handful of new Uglydoll varieties that are more wacky and lovable than ever. RESTOCKED: KOZYNDAN PRINTS Kozyndan recall that this panoramic illustration touches upon numerous ideas they were pondering while visiting the city of Amsterdam. giant robot po box 642053 los angeles, ca 90064 310.479.7311 info@giantrobot.com subscribe to this list | unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences
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HAUNTS JOHN PHAM AND ROB SATO SEPTEMBER 8 – SEPTEMBER 26, 2012 RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 6:30-10PM Giant Robot is proud to present Haunts, a two person exhibition featuring the work of John Pham and Rob Sato. John Pham shows extensively with Giant Robot 2 and is currently working in the animation industry. An avid Street Fighter player, Pham is a video game enthusiast and has published numerous narrative comic stories. Rob Sato’s watercolor works can be absurd but are quickly settling into a more subtle and abstract direction. Sato is known for his detailed watercolor works that take extensive research and time. His works will be exhibited at the Japanese American National Museum exhibition: Giant Robot Biennale 3. Facebook event. >> GIANT ROBOT BIENNALE 3 SEPTEMBER 23 – JAN 20, 2013 RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 6-10PM The Japanese American National Museum presents Giant Robot Biennale 3, its third show in conjunction with Eric Nakamura, owner of Asian American pop culture juggernaut Giant Robot. The expansive show features a gallery of eight emerging artists along with a customized vinyl figure collection. Following two previous successful exhibitions at the National Museum, the Biennale continues to push the envelope with a creative, fresh, and uniquely interactive experience. This year’s exhibition highlights the works of Rob Sato, Deth P. Sun, Ako Castuera, Eishi Takaoka, Saelee Oh, Sean Chao, Albert Reyes, and Zach Gage, all with long ties to Giant Robot. Each artist brings their original style, from whimsical wall paintings and creatures in clay worlds, to a life-size “haunted” maze especially built for this Biennale. Using Uglydoll creator David Horvath figures, Nakamura curated Project Remix, a custom vinyl show with over 80 artists from seven countries—including the rare combination of both established customizers and fine artists. The roster of artists for the project: 64 Colors, A Little Stranger, Aaron Brown, Angry Woebots, Arbito, Atsushi Honda, Aya Kakeda, Bert Gatchalian, Betso, Brent Nolasco, Bwana Spoons, Camilla d’Errico, Chuckboy, Clement Hanami, Cris Rose, D-Lux, Darth Rimmer, David Horvath, Yukinori Dehara, DrilOne, Edwin Ushiro, Elizabeth Ito, Fakir, Frank Mysterio, Gary Ham, Harpoon, Helena Garcia, J*Ryu, Jason Limon, Jeff Lamm, Jeni Yang, Jeremiah Ketner, Jesse Hernandez, Joe Hahn, Joe Ledbetter, Josh Herbolsheimer, Julie West, kaNO, Kat Brunegraff, Kio Griffith, Kiyoshi, Kohei Yamashita, Koji Harmon, Leecifer, Le Merde, Len Higa, Lou Pimentel, Luke Chueh, Luke Rook, Lunabee, Mari Inukai, Mark Nagata, Martin Hsu, Meat Bun, Miso, Nakanari, Nathan Ota, Nebulon5, Nick Arciaga, Noferin, Okkle, Oliver Hibert, Bob Conge – Plaseebo, Podgy Panda, Reactor 88, Rohby, Sarah Neyhart, Scott Tolleson, Scott Wilkowski, Shane Jessup, Shawnimals, Danni Shinya Luo, Spanky Stokes, Spencer Hibert, Squink!, Stasia Burrington, Tado, Tara Logsdon, Tiffany Liu, Tristan Eaton, UAMOU, Valerie Gudell, YoskayYamamoto. Special additions to the exhibition include an original piece from Japanese painter Masakatsu Sashie as well as arcade machines running Jeni Yang and Beau Blyth’s new indie video game, Catburger. Facebook event. >> MINI FIGURE SET DOMO-KUN Set of 8 mini figures that include Domo as a luchador wrestler, dinosaur, devil, life...
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HAUNTS JOHN PHAM AND ROB SATO SEPTEMBER 8 – SEPTEMBER 26, 2012 RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 6:30-10PM Giant Robot is proud to present Haunts, a two person exhibition featuring the work of John Pham and Rob Sato. John Pham shows extensively with Giant Robot 2 and is currently working in the animation industry. An avid Street Fighter player, Pham is a video game enthusiast and has published numerous narrative comic stories. Rob Sato’s watercolor works can be absurd but are quickly settling into a more subtle and abstract direction. Sato is known for his detailed watercolor works that take extensive research and time. His works will be exhibited at the Japanese American National Museum exhibition: Giant Robot Biennale 3. Facebook event. >> SERIES 2 FIGURES TREESON & OTHER STORIES A new series of vinyl figures, featuring Treeson and character designs based on Bubi Au Yeung’s book “Treeson & Other Stories.” LITTLE WANDERER FIGURE YOSHITOMO NARA Drag the Little Wanderer back a bit, let it go, and it propels itself across whatever flat surface you like. PUPCUP FIGURE YOSHITOMO NARA Turn it on and watch it go, whirling, twirling and swirling in all different directions. PLEASE BE BRAVE ZINE DETH P. SUN Featuring drawings and sketches all by the artist, this zine accompanied his show at GR2 “Please Be Brave.” THE VARIOUS THINGS I EAT ZINE DETH P. SUN A pictorial catalog of an artist’s diet. BEER/DRINK COZY DETH P. SUN Featuring his I See All design, this beer cozy holds your drinks, securely encasing it in art. BEER/DRINK COZY DETH P. SUN We also offer a blue variety that features a custom design. GIANT ROBOT BIENNALE 3 SEPTEMBER 23 – JAN 20, 2013 RECEPTION: SEPTEMBER 22 The Japanese American National Museum presents Giant Robot Biennale 3, its third show in conjunction with Eric Nakamura, owner of Asian American pop culture juggernaut Giant Robot. The expansive show features a gallery of eight emerging artists along with a customized vinyl figure collection. Following two previous successful exhibitions at the National Museum, the Biennale continues to push the envelope with a creative, fresh, and uniquely interactive experience. This year’s exhibition highlights the works of Rob Sato, Deth P. Sun, Ako Castuera, Eishi Takaoka, Saelee Oh, Sean Chao, Albert Reyes, and Zach Gage, all with long ties to Giant Robot. Each artist brings their original style, from whimsical wall paintings and creatures in clay worlds, to a life-size “haunted” maze especially built for this Biennale. Using Uglydoll creator David Horvath figures, Nakamura curated Project Remix, a custom vinyl show with over 80 artists from seven countries—including the rare combination of both established customizers and fine artists. The Roster of Artists for the project: 64 Colors, A Little Stranger, Aaron Brown, Angry Woebots, Arbito, Atsushi Honda, Aya Kakeda, Bert Gatchalian, Betso, Brent Nolasco, Bwana Spoons, Camilla d’Errico, Chuckboy, Clement Hanami, Cris Rose, D-Lux, Darth Rimmer, David Horvath, Yukinori Dehara, DrilOne, Edwin Ushiro, Elizabeth Ito, Fakir, Frank Mysterio, Gary Ham, Harpoon, Helena Garcia, J*Ryu, Jason...
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HAUNTS JOHN PHAM AND ROB SATO SEPTEMBER 8 – SEPTEMBER 26, 2012 RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 6:30-10PM Giant Robot is proud to present Haunts, a two person exhibition featuring the work of John Pham and Rob Sato. John Pham shows extensively with Giant Robot 2 and is currently working in the animation industry. An avid Street Fighter player, Pham is a video game enthusiast and has published numerous narrative comic stories. Rob Sato’s watercolor works can be absurd but are quickly settling into a more subtle and abstract direction. Sato is known for his detailed watercolor works that take extensive research and time. His works will be exhibited at the Japanese American National Museum exhibition: Giant Robot Biennale 3. >> BABY ROMPER GIANT ROBOT X KUMQUAT Kumquat Clothing and Giant Robot team up for some new children’s items! BABY T-SHIRT GIANT ROBOT X KUMQUAT Besides the mascot pattern, we have a simple black and white design. POSTCARDS DAVID CHOE Postcards depict the artist’s hyperkinetic illustration and raw graffiti-fueled paintings. SKETCHBOOK DAVID CHOE This high-quality blank sketchbook features a double cover. HARDCOVER BOOK DAVID CHOE This career-spanning book was created, designed, and written by David Choe himself. ROBOT ARMY T-SHIRT GIANT ROBOT They’re back! Be weary of the robot army invasion! XOXO POSTCARD SET JAMES JEAN GR contributing artist James Jean has released this wonderful set of postcards featuring images of his much talked about paintings. REBUS BOOK JAMES JEAN This monumental book reveals new ideas and explorations from an artist whose voice, influence, and vision remain simply unparalleled. GIANT ROBOT BIENNALE 3 SEPTEMBER 23 – JAN 20, 2013 RECEPTION: SEPTEMBER 22, TIME TBD The Japanese American National Museum presents Giant Robot Biennale 3, its third show in conjunction with Eric Nakamura, owner of Asian American pop culture juggernaut Giant Robot. The expansive show features a gallery of eight emerging artists along with a customized vinyl figure collection. Following two previous successful exhibitions at the National Museum, the Biennale continues to push the envelope with a creative, fresh, and uniquely interactive experience. This year’s exhibition highlights the works of Rob Sato, Deth P. Sun, Ako Castuera, Eishi Takaoka, Saelee Oh, Sean Chao, Albert Reyes, and Zach Gage, all with long ties to Giant Robot. Each artist brings their original style, from whimsical wall paintings and creatures in clay worlds, to a life-size “haunted” maze especially built for this Biennale. Using Uglydoll creator David Horvath figures, Nakamura curated Project Remix, a custom vinyl show with over 80 artists from seven countries—including the rare combination of both established customizers and fine artists. Special additions to the exhibition include an original piece from Japanese painter Masakatsu Sashie as well as arcade machines running Jeni Yang and Beau Blyth’s new indie video game, Catburger. >> GR2: JENI YANG TWO OF A KIND By GIANT ROBOT NEWS Thank you to the attendees of last weekend’s opening reception. Check out photos of friends as well as Jeni preparing the GR2 window display. >> JENI...
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TWO OF A KIND JENI YANG SOLO EXHIBITION AUGUST 18 – SEPTEMBER 5, 2012 RECEPTION: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 6:30-10PM Giant Robot is proud to present Two of a Kind, an art show featuring new works by Jeni Yang. Whimsical might be the way to describe the works of Taiwan born and Southern California residing artist, Jeni Yang. Her works intersect cats, cakes, and nature. Her recent entry into Giant Robot 2′s Game Over exhibition included a video game, Cat Burger, which will be on display as well. Two of a Kind will include: paintings, drawings, and small sculptures including a wall installation. Facebook event. >> SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON LIMITED EDITION FIGURES UGLYDOLL X FUNKO – POP! These are limited edition 2012 SDCC versions of their popular vinyl figure line. There are only 480 of each variety. Their heads can rotate and provide a cool accessory for your desk or display case. WAGE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY GR EDITION *SIGNED* UGLYDOLL Get your very own Giant Robot Edition complete with exclusive commemorative buttons and Cubeecraft paper Wage. LABRADOR RETRIEVER STICKERS SEAL COLLECTION Seal Collections stickers are all about dogs! This particular one is the Labrador Retriever set. Adorable! ARTIST TRADING CARD PACK SERIES 2 THE ART HUSTLE Special inserts include a new sub-series of Artist Menko Cards, Frank Kozik Silk Screen Cards & Ron English Sticker Cards! THE MELTY MISFITS STICKER PACK BUFF MONSTER Watch out for special inserts such as signed cards, variants, errors and a poster. Also one lucky golden ticket is in one of these packs which wins you an original painting. GIANT ROBOT BIENNALE 3 SEPTEMBER 23 – JAN 20, 2013 RECEPTION: SEPTEMBER 22, TIME TBD The Japanese American National Museum presents Giant Robot Biennale 3, its third show in conjunction with Eric Nakamura, owner of Asian American pop culture juggernaut Giant Robot. The expansive show features a gallery of eight emerging artists along with a customized vinyl figure collection. Following two previous successful exhibitions at the National Museum, the Biennale continues to push the envelope with a creative, fresh, and uniquely interactive experience. This year’s exhibition highlights the works of Rob Sato, Deth P. Sun, Ako Castuera, Eishi Takaoka, Saelee Oh, Sean Chao, Albert Reyes, and Zach Gage, all with long ties to Giant Robot. Each artist brings their original style, from whimsical wall paintings and creatures in clay worlds, to a life-size “haunted” maze especially built for this Biennale. Using Uglydoll creator David Horvath figures, Nakamura curated Project Remix, a custom vinyl show with over 80 artists from seven countries—including the rare combination of both established customizers and fine artists. Special additions to the exhibition include an original piece from Japanese painter Masakatsu Sashie as well as arcade machines running Jeni Yang and Beau Blyth’s new indie video game, Catburger. >> JENI YANG SEE THE IMAGES ARTIST FRIEND SERIES: JENI YANG By GIANT ROBOT NEWS Since the exhibition is this Saturday, we thought we’d show you the Jeni Yang Artist...
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