Choosing the best artist of the year is almost always our most difficult choice. Having one great figure might get you nominated, but it takes a consistent year of quality releases to win this award.
#5. Bob Dob
Bob Dob's Luey figures were some of our favorites of 2007. And for that (and his great artwork), he makes our list.
#4. Patrick Ma
The Insurgents Wilderness Gruppo line grew by several new characters, some old characters were reinvented and we got to meet a number of baby cubs.
#3. Amanda Visell
Visell's Drunky McSkunky and Carnivorous Giraffe figures brought a new look to the designer toy scene. We're looking forward to seeing more of her unique work in '08.
#2. David Horvath
We received a huge dose of Uglydoll plushies in 2007. Plus...Bossy Bear, Kaiju For Grown Ups, books...and he was on The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch.
#1. Erick Scarecrow - Winner!!
Not only did Erick Scarecrow release plush (Mousey Micci and Shiitakes) and vinyl (Liberty), but he has shown off a number of impressive products for next year (Old Skool Kaiju, Soopa Coin-Up Bros. and more Mousey Micci).
congrats erick, that's awesome!!!
congrats erick, that's awesome!!!
This dude came in doing a bunch of great toys for other companies. Not only does he manufacture but his own designs and artwork are brilliant. He's definitely keeping the designer world interesting. A real awesome triple threat.
Eric keep it smooth. I can't wait to see what you do for this year.
This dude came in doing a bunch of great toys for other companies. Not only does he manufacture but his own designs and artwork are brilliant. He's definitely keeping the designer world interesting. A real awesome triple threat.
Eric keep it smooth. I can't wait to see what you do for this year.
good on all of the winners. Nice picks here!
good on all of the winners. Nice picks here!
Great work Erick, all your hard work is paying off, God bless
Great work Erick, all your hard work is paying off, God bless
Congratulations! I don't mean to open my big mouth, but I know EricK has a few surprises up his sleeve! I can barely contain my excitement! I can't wait!!! Congratulations E!
Congratulations! I don't mean to open my big mouth, but I know EricK has a few surprises up his sleeve! I can barely contain my excitement! I can't wait!!! Congratulations E!
Congrats man! Keep knocking em out the box!!!
Congrats man! Keep knocking em out the box!!!