Are you as excited as I am about the merge between the brand-new Five Points Fest and the Designer Toy Awards? It seems like a natural marriage to bring together two special events into one, all produced by Clutter Magazine. Being somewhat of a beer lover I'm excited that this will be presented by Lagunitas Brewing Company. That also seems like a smart combo. And even though it seems that the sixth designer toy awards was so recent, celebrating the previous year of achievements seems fresher in May rather than in October. So big thumbs up to Clutter for reactivating the event with a greater sense of gravitas towards the future.
All takes place starting in just 52 days (kicks off May 19th) and this year some of the featured artists include: Tokidoki's Simone Legno, Ron English's Popaganda, Kidrobot, Toy Tokyo, Super7, Cotton Candy Machine and others. Some guests in attendance include some popular toymaker names like: Amanda Louise Spayd, Chris Ryniak, Gary Ham, Huck Gee, Greg Capullo, James Groman, Jason Freeny, Scott Willkowski, Tara McPherson as well as many comic creators. In terms of creative output there's a lot of balance in this fest that celebrates toys, comics, art, and craft beer. And if you're into such things, And I know you are, you can get your tickets for is little as 25 bucks, or you can be a VIP by adding another hundred on top - this gets you entire weekend admission, early access, a ticket to the awards ceremony, and an exclusive Kidrobot item!
If you haven't already, check out our article on the nomination process for this years DTA's. In the coming weeks we should have full information on any nomination surprises, etc. We hope to see new categories either now or in the future to include, perhaps: Best Vlog, Best Podcast, Collector of the Year, Best Social Media Site, Best Toy Writer, Best Indie Action Figure (Winson Ma, 3A, 1000toys, etc.), Best Painter..... I'm definitely a cheerleader for those making efforts in the action figure category, mainly because the independence that create these are often under the same scrutiny and collectorship base, but I'm unaware of a similar like award opportunity that would be inclusive. Of course, this could splinter into too many ideas, in the something to be said about simplicity overall. We are just thinking out loud. Check out the particulars on Facebook, too.
Here's looking forward to seeing y'all out on the pier!
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