According to Vinylmation World, the second figure of Park Starz 2 was revealed at a special D23 event for the 30th anniversary of EPCOT. It appears to be a Tree Troll from the Maelstrom ride. It also resembles one the unpainted molds we saw in one of the videos from Disney early this year. Now remember that Park Starz 2 will not be available until 2013!
Update: 10/8/12 Just a reminder that this contest will end on October 13th!!! If you haven’t entered yet, do, it’s well worth it!
From AARALYN,
As promised, here is another giveaway as my way of saying thank you to my fans!
Please read the whole post for the details and rules. 🙂
GRAND PRIZE: One lucky winner will receive a 9″ custom vinylmation of a Disney animated character and work with me during the design process.
HOW TO ENTER:
1. Visit the Artworks by Aaralyn Facebook Page at: www.facebook.com/artworksbyaaralyn
2. “Like” the page by clicking the Like button at the top right.
3. Comment on this giveaway post pinned to the top of the page and state that you would like to enter the giveaway and which Disney animated character you would like to receive if you win.
4. On Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 8PM Central Standard Time (CST) I will use a random number generator to pick the winner. I will number all the posts and whoever has the post that matches the number generated will win a 9″ custom vinylmation if that user had liked my page.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!
Aaralyn, Artist
Website: www.artworksbyaaralyn.com
Email: customsbyaaralyn@aol.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/artworksbyaaralyn
Twitter: @ArtistAaralyn
The Custom Artist Project is a group of 11 of the best custom Vinylmation artists in the world who have come together to make their own blind box series. Series 1 is called “Sidekickz” and is a mix of different Disney sidekicks from films or TV. It will be released on October 6th. Each day leading up to the release, we will spotlight a different artist from the series. Today we spotlight custom artist Jenny Grinsell.
Hometown:
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Website:
www.facebook.com/artsyjenny
What Disney Sidekick did you choose?
I chose Robin Hood’s Little John
Why did you choose that sidekick?
I chose him because he is one of my all time FAVORITE disney characters, especially in the outfit I put him in when he’s trying to evade prince John.
Favorite Disney Movie?
My favorite disney movie.. that’s hard. It amost seems unfair to have to answer that. I’d have to say it’s Disney’s Robin Hood.
Favorite Disney Theme Park Attraction?
Hmm. Theme Park Attraction… Expidition Everest gets me every time.
Favorite aspect of working on the Mickey shaped canvas?
I actually kind of hate every aspect of working on the Mickey shaped canvas. So I guess my favorite aspect would have to be that it’s Mickey. Anything Disney, I’ll take it.
More info on the Custom Artist Project:
Website: http://www.facebook.com/groups/ArtistProject/
How to purchase: The price of one blind box is $65, including shipping within the US. We’re looking into international shipping right now, but it will probably be another $5-10 if it works out.Paypal is going to be the accepted payment. It is limited to one household per blind box.
What you get: You will get one blind box (yes, I’m actually making boxes) with one of 24 different figures. Some figures come with accessories. You will also get 11 different cards, 1 from each artist.
The Custom Artist Project is a group of 11 of the best custom Vinylmation artists in the world who have come together to make their own blind box series. Series 1 is called “Sidekickz” and is a mix of different Disney sidekicks from films or TV. Today, October 6th, is the release date for this exciting series. The link to the series webpage is at the bottom of this page. At Noon EST, there will be a live link posted on that page that brings you to the online store. Each day leading up to the release, we have spotlighted a different artist from the series. Today we spotlight the man who put this project together, custom artist Rust This World. He created three figures for this series, Eeyore, and Eeyore variant and the Chaser… A weasel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
Hometown:
Santa Fe, NM
Website:
http://www.rustthisworld.com
What Disney Sidekick did you choose?
Eeyore and the weasel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
Why did you choose the Eeyore sidekick?
Eeyore’s a fun character, always moping around and being a great contrast to the other characters of the 100 Acre Wood. There are some days that I feel like Eeyore. I had an interesting design that I wanted to try where his snout extends down onto the body and he’s standing on all fours.
Favorite Disney Movie?
Fantasia
Favorite Disney Theme Park Attraction?
Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye.
Favorite aspect of working on the Mickey shaped canvas?
Because it’s Mickey. I’ve customized all kinds of urban vinyl over the years, but Mickey’s fun because I have a Disney connection and I can share my work with other Disney fans and we can share an appreciation and connection to the shape or subject matter. I also love the ears, there’s so much creative stuff you can do with the ears.
More info on the Custom Artist Project:
Website: http://www.facebook.com/groups/ArtistProject/
How to purchase: The price of one blind box is $65, including shipping within the US. We’re looking into international shipping right now, but it will probably be another $5-10 if it works out.Paypal is going to be the accepted payment. It is limited to one household per blind box.
What you get: You will get one blind box (yes, I’m actually making boxes) with one of 24 different figures. Some figures come with accessories. You will also get 11 different cards, 1 from each artist.
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Ep. 093 Orange Pink Gear Bear We talk about the set list for Park 11 and the pictures that were leaked of the new Extreme Wrestlers series. Japan has some new Christmas vinyls and we cover the full release calendar. We also announce the nominations for the 2012 DeeVees and begin the voting process. |
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I knew from the beginning of her design that I wanted to paint the vinylmation’s ears like the wallpaper in the couple’s living room. Their wallpaper color also has hints of green which goes well with the Christmas theme.
The most difficult aspect of Lady was her face and facial expression. I spent a lot of time redrawing her face on the mold to duplicate the expression I had drawn on her paper sketch. Generally, I am finding facial proportions are harder to execute on the newer 9″ mold, but I really enjoy the challenge. I also didn’t expect that I would have to tie the bow over five times, it wasn’t as easy as I expected to get it look I had envisioned.
Altogether, I really love how she turned out and I hope whoever wins her as a grand prize custom in BB3 will enjoy her just as much as I enjoyed creating her. I am planning more holiday themed customs in the future, so I hope readers will follow my page for the latest updates!”
Thanks Aaralyn for a look into the mind of an artist as they create a custom piece.
Aaralyn’s Contact Info:
Website: www.artworksbyaaralyn.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
Twitter: @ArtistAaralyn
Instagram: @ArtistAaralyn
Email: customsbyaaralyn@aol.com
Just a few quick notes about some items at D-Street Orlando. They still have a handful of the LE 2500 Popcorns Clown Dumbo Variants around the store.
They also have a bunch of the LE 2000 Fantasia #1 Combos behind the counter.
And then this beautiful new 9″ Custom Fortune Teller Mickey has shown up in the display case.
It comes in a real wooden box and lights up when plugged in. The manager on duty was able to tell me it has a $2,000 price tag and the artist is Mark Seppala. Mark made at least one custom around the opening of D-Street and is also the artist behind the Park 6 Wet Paint Donald.
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Ep. 094 Purple Gear Bear This week we cover many news items surround Pixar 1, Extreme Wrestlers and the Classic Collection. There are a lot of new release dates to go over. We also give a full review of Park 11 and answer your questions in the Mystery Mail Bag. |
On November 8th, Disney will release a Mystery Collection of Vinylmation Park Starz pins. The set will contain 17 total pins. Each box contains 1 of 11 “Revealed” pins and 1 of 6 “Mystery” pins and will have a retail price of $32.95. Meaning at $16.48 a pin, they are just about as expensive as the actual figures that came in a blind tin for $18.95!
The 6 mystery pins should be: Small World Boy & Goat, and then the variants for the Bride, Yeti, Abe, Squid and Figment. Check out OnceUponAPin.com for more on these and other Disney Pins.
