nycc2008 program schedule: toys and merchandize
the New York Comic Con 2008 full program schedule have been released [click to download PDF] and besides the "usual" NYCC-exclusive designer vinyls that i've since blogged about (and more to come, no doubt), there are a couple of TOY-related panels, for which i'd lurve to attend (IF i were there, that is ;p) - and notice that they are not necessarily "designer vinyl-related" - becoz i've always (since starting down the designer-vinyl-path) wondered about the disparity between Art Toys / Designer Toys / Mass Market / Pop Culture-themed Toys = becoz essentially, one end promotes the idolization of the Artist/Creator, while the other end of the spectrum leans heavily towards the Product and/or Brand, with the designer and artist seemingly non-existent, IMHO. (something which i'll write-up in more concrete details soon-ish) ... for example, you might read about "peep Frank Kozik's new vinyl toy XYZ!", as compared to "peep this new toy XYZ from Mattel!" - innit? i'd be interested to hear what the Mattel toy-designers haveta say about this, yeh? heh.WHEN: April 18
TIME: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
WHERE: Room 1E03
WHAT: THE POP CULTURE OF TOYS!
Action figure and statue creation is pop art that is coming into the mainstream spotlight. In years past, nameless, faceless painters and sculptors cranked out figure after figure of beloved characters, but now these mysterious creators are becoming better known among fans and the industry. In this discussion with some of the industry’s top talents you will discover the path that led them to many a “fan boy’s” dream job. Join Chuck Terceira, Director of Diamond Select Toys and a panel of creators to find out what tools and materials they use and hear some insight to what's coming next from these artistic greats.
WHEN: April 19
TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHERE: Room 1E02
WHAT: MATTEL AND DC COMICS - A HEROIC PARTNERSHIP
You’ve been a fan of Mattel’s popular DC toy lines, now find out the latest news, sneak peaks and behind the scenes scoop on your favorite Mattel/DC action figures including DC Universe Classics, Justice League Unlimited, Infinite Heroes, plus exciting new lines and the world premier of brand new action figures. Join Mattel toy designers for an insightful Q&A. Not to be missed!
