It’s a Small Vinylmation Set

WDWNT on July 28, 2011

No really, Junior Vinylmation are tiny. Series 4 was teased today with a tweet by Vinylmation Designer Thomas Scott. Only a few hours later, vinylmation.com is confirming the series.

Each one of the pieces in the Juniors 4 set will be related to the “It’s a Small World” ride. The series is by Thomas Scott and will “make it’s debut” at the D23 event in August in California.

Here’s a look at the sides of the box.


So far we’ve seen two pieces, a tiger and a kid. Disney promises more to come.

So it looks like a Small World Theme for Jr. 4. We have to ask, what would you like to see in this set? Do you have some favorite Small World characters? Email us photos of your favorites and we will post them. It looks like there will be all humans and animals as well!

Unofficial Vinylmation Art Show Announced

WDWNT on July 28, 2011

Vinylmation Custom Artist Cesar Diaz has a very special announcement:

For a while now I’ve had this idea where I want to put together a custom Vinylmation art show. Well that idea is now becoming a reality. I’ve already booked an art gallery to display the custom vinyls I make. But I didn’t stop there! I have invited 5 more custom artists to join me and display their work as well. The artists that are involved are Celeste Villanueva, Chelsey Zhang, Lucas Yoshida, Jesus Paez and Angie Annett. I’m calling the show “The Customation Project” It will be hosted my PROXART. Check out their website proxart.org to find out more info on them. The show will be on September 24th from 7pm-10pm  in the city of Newhall CA. I think this vinyl show will be a great way to bring art fans, vinyl fans, Disney fans all together.

Thanks for your time
-Cesar Diaz

For more information on this event, visit www.mycustomations.com. We will have more information about this event in the coming weeks.

Vinylmation Speculation: Juniors 4?

WDWNT on July 28, 2011

Today Thomas Scott released this picture on Twitter.

So what does it mean? I haven’t seen this figure before, so does this point to the first figure of Juniors 4? We are pretty sure that series will be coming at some point. Maybe this is the first clue. Will the whole series be people dressed up? Is it possible to connect this to one of the EPCOT lands? Any ideas?

Over on twitter @vinylchaser says that it seems like a 45th Anniversary of It’s A Small World figure.

As a side note, I really love the fabric it’s on. I gotta find out where to find that!

Collecting with Claudia: Trading Vinylmation

WDWNT on July 28, 2011

Most of us depend on trades to enhance our own Vinylmation collection, so the more options we have for trade locations, the better. This article will explore the most common trading practices, locations, and suggestions.

For those collectors who live in Florida, it is a bit easier to trade on Disney properties like the Magic Kingdom, Downtown Disney, Resorts, Trade Nights, and so on. You can find a list of trading spots on Disney properties by going to: Destination Vinylmation’s Trading Locations page or typing “trading locations” in the search bar (on the top right).

Though not everyone has the luxury of living near Disney, there are several options that I will discuss here.

One trading option is to go to Disney Stores, which are located in malls throughout the country. Do take into consideration that not all stores will have Vinylmation trading, so check with your local stores.

If you cannot get to a Disney Store, there are many online trading websites available (please do your own research before you sign-up for a particular trading site). Here is a list of commonly known trading sites; however, this is by no means a complete list:

Vinylmation Kingdom http://vinylmationkingdom.com/

Vinylnation http://www.vinylnation.net/

Vinylmation Trader https://sites.google.com/site/vinylmations/

Vinylmation Traders http://www.vinylmationtraders.com/

Facebook, youtube, and Craigslist are also other options when searching for new trading experiences.

Advice & Suggestions:

*SAFETY is #1. I cannot stress this enough. A vinylmation is NOT worth risking your privacy and safety.

*If you are under the age of 18, please make sure you have your parents’ permission.

*Be honest throughout the entire trading process. For example: accurately describe your vinyls that are up for trade (are they new, damaged, scuffed, have paint loss, etc…).

*Do your research, ask other collectors, go online, talk to your friends.

* When trading via “snail” mail, I would highly encourage you to obtain a tracking number, and package the vinyls very well. Bubble wrap is a great way to ensure your figures are safe during transit. It is very disappointing to receive a vinyl that is damaged due to poor packaging.

If I have left out any trading options, websites, groups, suggestions, etc… please make sure to inform our readers by leaving a comment below. Thank you, and KEEP ON COLLECTING!

Alien at Arlington

WDWNT on July 28, 2011

“We caught this guy enjoying some cotton candy at the Texas Ranger’s ballpark in Arlington. He really looks to be enjoying his cotton candy. Thought you guys might want to see.” – Scot Moore

Robots Signing at California Disney Store

WDWNT on July 27, 2011

Disney is amazing us with the promotion and coverage of the Robots Vinylmation release. They continue this week with artist profiles and a story on the artist signing this past weekend at the Fashion Valley Disney Store in San Diego, CA.

Photo from Disney Store Blog

Here, Marcella Lau signs a Robot for a guest. Take a look at the set up. Huge detailed displays featuring the artists in the background. Again, showing the Disney Store going all out for this release. I can’t wait to see what they do for Lion King! (another Disney Store release) Hope it’s more of the same fanfare.

Photo from Disney Store Blog

For more pictures and the full story on the artist signing, check out this article at the Disney Store Blog. If you were there, send us your pictures and story too.

Disney Store Blog Talks to Vinylmation Artist Enrique Pita

WDWNT on July 27, 2011

Last week, we featured Disney Store Artist Enrique Pita in our “Spotlight On” series. Today, the Disney Parks Blog released a great interview with Enrique. They also released this look at Enrique’s Robots concept art. Look closely at the NOT released Robots. We already heard hints that a Series 2 will be on the way.

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When asked about the creation of the Robots series, Enrique said “For the Robots series, I came up with the original concept and then we decided as a team that we wanted to do the wind-up robots. But, from there, we created our own robots and named them on our own.” Read the full interview with Enrique here.

Episode 031 Toon Hole

WDWNT on July 26, 2011

Ep. 031 Toon Hole
This week Nick and MC review the newly released Urban 7 set. We also discuss the amazing PR campaign that surrounded the Robots series.And, of course, we also talk about the latest news, release dates and answer you questions in the Mystery Mail Bag.
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Urban 7 Love Connection

WDWNT on July 26, 2011

We showed you the photos from Urban 7’s trip to DHS and told you about the love that blossomed out of it. We got our hands on these pictures of Dizturb and Zombie School Girl getting close and comfortable with each other.

First they checked out a flick on Hollywood Blvd.
Then they went to an Aerosmith concert
In a trip to the Pizza Planet arcade, Dizturb tried to win a claw machine prize
While there, they saw the photo booth, and had to get some memories of this day…

20,000 Leagues Under The Sea Hits Shore August 19

WDWNT on July 25, 2011

Update: 8/11/11 Disney just announced that the release date of 20000 will be postponed a week to August 19th.

The 9″ + 3″ Park 6 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea figure will be a Disney Store Online exclusive on August 12 19th. It is LE 1000.

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Today, on the Disney Parks Blog, Caley Hicks, who designed the 9″ figure, talked about this classic attraction:
“When I was younger, I visited the Magic Kingdom each month with my dad,” explained Caley. “I loved the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea attraction, particularly the mermaids. I was eager to design something for Vinylmation to pay tribute to the attraction.”

Take a look at the concept art.

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Casey also talked about what went into this design:

“I learned that getting the squid to wrap around the Mickey Mouse shaped form was more difficult than I first thought,” continued Caley. “I used countless sheets of tracing paper to get the image correct. The finished figure looks wonderful, so it was worth the effort.”

Disney Artist Jason Zucker designed the 3″ Diver figure. This is one of my most anticipated Vinylmation. What about you?