Toy Soul 2014 (Dec 19-21, 2014)
"Hong Kong is the cradle of original toy design and had experienced rapid development and evolution over the years. Renowned in both innovate and technology design, Hong Kong had been recognized as one of the key player in the industry and confirmed its potential as an international toy hub. The time has come for the return of a dynamic toy exhibition for artists and developers to showcase their new products as well as foster collaboration in original designed products.
The prestigious event will feature illustrations and side products, as well as assorted collectible figures by both emerging talents and renowned artists. The objective is to create a platform in a bigger and international context to connect toys makers and fans around the world. This is an annual toy party that will bring the burgeoning Hong Kong toy industry to the forefront and good opportunity for developers to promote their products before the golden Christmas period." (www.toysoul.hk)
Ending the year 2014 of toy conventions is the inaugural TOY SOUL, scheduled from December 19th to 21st! Organized by How2Work, the event will feature predominantly Asia / Eastern brands and retailers, including Michael Lau's Crazysmiles, Hot Toys, Threezero, 3A Toys, Beast Kingdom. Kenny Wong, ENTERBAY, Winson Classic Creations, and more! Essentially my wet-toy-dreams all in one spot - which is situated at Star Hall, Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre (KITEC / Address: No.1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, HK)!
And with a marked "difference" from other (toy) conventions, is their non-chibi event "mascot" (seen up top), designed by Prodip!
WHO: "Our Mascot, a naught boy, is designed by Mr. Prodip Leung. He is Hong-Kong based painter, illustrator, Art Director and graphic designer. Prodip Leung is also the bassist of the controversial Cantonese hip hop group L.M.F."
And while we await further details on what toy exclusives to lookout for, 3A teases fashionable Isobelles, while Michael Lau has begun his promo salvo with a faux "death", leading to a "REBORN IN PLAY" CSBOOTH19!
