Art of Bruce Whistlecraft

I am pleased to say I was invited to participate in the re-launch of Boglins.
This classic line of 1980’s toys has been reworked and reintroduced by Clutter with original creator Tim Clarke.

As someone who worked on the original line of Mini Boglins back then it has been fun revisiting these mischievous little characters and messing with them.
You can see all the artist’s versions at the Clutter Gallery from Nov 12th to Dec 2nd. Drop them an email to get on their previews list if you may be interested in making a purchase.

https://shop.cluttermagazine.com/gallery

I was lucky enough to be invited to be a guest on the awesome Marshham Toy Hour podcast this week.
https://marshamtoyhour.podbean.com/
Listen to me natter to Gary Ham and George Gaspar about toys and stuff.
And also a sneek first playing of the new “Mechtoria” rap…. yes you read that right.

Something a bit different for you now.
In collaboration with the awesome Professor Elemental, steampunk rapper extraordinaire, I created mini collectibles of his faithful ape-servant Geoffery.

Available in three metallic “cold-cast” finishes now from his website, you may like to add one of these curious, cheeky little flunkys to your collection whilst you can.
£20 each.
www.professorelemental.com/toys-books-toys-t-shirts-comics

Finally Rupture the carnivorous fungus has been transformed into an Enamel pin.
The popular toothsome character who has graced one of the most sought after Dunnys from Kidrobot as well as an official Android figure from Dead Zebra Inc and numerous customised art toys, can now live right on your lapel.

The 1″ diameter pin badge is made of solid black Nickel with a Hard Enamel fill.
Each comes carded and bagged and has a black rubber grip on the back.

Available now from my online store and all art toy stores with good taste around the globe.
http://mechtorians.bigcartel.com/

If you are interested in collecting Copper Creeps in an aged Bronze/Verdigris finish then head on over to Martian Toys.
They now stock this finish EXCLUSIVELY! The whole Copper Creeps range is available ONLY from them direct. From their website or from their new store “The Mothership” opening soon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They may also have some available at their booth at New York Comic Con (October 6th – 9th.)

This makes Martian Toys the second store in the USA to carry Copper Creeps.
You can also view and purchase Copper Creeps from 3D Retro in L.A .

And in the UK from V&A, 7 Albert Street, Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire.
And of course direct from CopperCreeps.Com

(If you are a store owner interested in stocking Copper Creeps please contact Doktor A at doktor@mechtorians.com for details.)

I am very pleased to announce that I have again been shortlist nominated for a Designer Toy Award. My Ouiji Board Dunny custom is nominated for”Best Custom” this year. It is open for public voting until 26th September. Please go and vote if you like it. http://designertoyawards.com/categories

I very much appreciate being recognised by my peer group in these awards. It is a validation that speak to the quality of my ideas and work. Thank you DTAs.

I have added two new pledge levels to my Patreon. One higher and one lower.

Monthly Lottery
($5 a month)
Everyone at this level and above is
entered into a draw to win a “thing” from me. This thing will always have a value greater than the $5 pledge. It may be a toy, a figure, an original drawing, a print, a prototype, an original sculpt. It will change from month to month and will be shipped direct to the lucky winner’s door.

Art Collector
($50 a month)
An original drawing posted to your door every month.
A totally unique 6″ X 4″ (ish) original Mechtorian work of art. Made for you alone. This may be an Ink or pencil drawing. It may be a whole new character or an image of an existing character or small group of characters. I will decide as I get to them. But each one will be different, charming and original.
( N.B. Only 10 places available.)

You can click over to my Patreon Page and help support me at your choice of SIX levels of patronage.

If you are already a Patron at the $10 level you will automatically be added to the new monthly Lottery.
You can easily upgrade or downgrade your existing Pledge level should you wish.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me this far. You have been a great boon to my work. I hope you enjoy my posts.

Series three of the Classic Monster inspired resin robot collectibles are nearly with us.
“Imhotep”, Son of the Sands and “The Wolfman”, moon fearing denizen of the night, are the two latest additions to the expanding line.

Available at launch will be the super limited “Mono” edition. Hand painted, signed and numbered by Doktor A in a run of only 20 or each character. ( £90 each figure.)
And the open edition “Metal” editions in cold-cast Bronze and Pewter. Each signed by Doktor A. ( £40 each figure.)
Imhotep stands a slender 4″ tall with the Wolfman at a chunky 2.75″.
They come individually boxed in simple packaging with striking metal labels.

The series will launch on Saturday the 21st of August in person at Creaturegeddon the UK convention for lovers of creature design and monster make-up, taking place in Watford, London
( http://www.creaturegeddon.net/ )

The metal editions will be available online in my store ( http://mechtorians.bigcartel.com ) the same day.
Also Half of the Mono editions will be added to the store with any others added after the event closes should if any remain.

On the 21st & 22nd of August I will be having a booth at Creaturegeddon in Watford, London.
This is fairly new UK convention for lovers of creature design and monster make-up.

It has some amazing speakers from the very top of the movie effects world including Nick Dudman who oversaw all the Harry Potter films and David Marti of DDTFX responsible for the wonders of Pan’s Labyrinth and Crimson Peak among many others.

I will be there at booth No. 13, right in the middle of the hall with my work and launching series 3 of Copper Creeps .

If you want 10% off an advanced ticket use the code MECH16 at their online ticket vendor (good for the first 30 users).
l hope to see you there.
http://www.creaturegeddon.net/