Regressive Progression by Daniel Yu

Wishful Thinking
Height: 3 inches
Base figure: Uglydolls series 1 Wage
We've previously featured the Age Of Uncertainty art show launched at Chan Hampe Gallery (June 10-21), and now we have a closer look at custom toys from Daniel Yu, along with a little description of the series' creation:


A Little Stranger
Height: 3 inches
Base figure: Uglydolls series 1 Ice Bat
Mediums used: epoxy putty & acrylic paints


Imaginary Friend
Height: 3 inches
Base figure: Uglydolls series 3 Point Max
Medium used: epoxy putty & acrylic paints

REGRESSIVE PROGRESSION OVERVIEW: "This series is a commentary on how a particular aspect of my youth culture has shaped and influenced my body of work. Repeatedly, when searching for inspiration, there is an inherent disposition for one to draw from past experiences and imagery." ~says Daniel

Still Standing/Standing Still
Height: 3 inches
Base figure: Uglydolls series 3 Ket
Medium used: epoxy putty & acrylic paints


Trials & Tribute-lations
Height: 3 inches
Base figure: Uglydolls series 1 Jeero
Medium used: epoxy putty & acrylic paints

"It is this sense of familiarity that we find solace in; an act of escapism through which one often finds epiphany. Through the development of these works, the idea of “regressive progression” becomes a recurrent theme. The notion of taking characters that have had such a prevalent impact on me growing up, and reviving them through personal interpretation." ~adds Daniel

A Guerilla Peacemaker
Height: 4 inches
Base figure: tmnt sgt bananas by playmates
Medium used: epoxy putty & acrylic paints