Sket One
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Sket One grew up in New Haven, Connecticut
where he started his art in 1986 as hip-hop swept the country.
Notable art works include live painting for Ford Flex Roofs at the NY Auto Show in 2008. Sket also designed trucks for skateboards for Grind King Trucks and snowboards with Crispy Whips.
blind-boxed mini-figures in 2004, produced by at the time little known Kidrobot
. Sket made and continues to make the most of the new found exposure by designing figures for several designer vinyl companies including Kidrobot
, Wheaty Wheat, Red Magic and Kaching Brands. Collectors became familiar with Sket’s art through his toys.
While Sket first made his name in designer toys with production figures such as his Dunnys featured in at least four series produced by Kidrobot, he experimented in the growing popularity of the custom toy. Customs are one-off hand-painted versions of existing toys. One of Sket’s first customs, the "Cover My Soul Dunny" remixed paint company Sherman Williams
’ paint can splash logo by turning the ‘ball’ into the Death Star
, a symbol of the evil empire. Beyond the strong 3D imagery of paint pouring out of a can and onto the toy, the Star Wars
reference invited viewers to discover meaning on their own terms.
From the fully functional “Operation” Munny
based on the interactive surgery game of the same name to his inspired melding of an imperial speeder with the imagery and symbols of legendary daredevil, Evel Knievel
. His recent “product” customs transforming several different toys into well-known food item containers from Hershey syrup to Tropicana
Orange juice jugs.
His work, both custom toys and original 2D pieces, have been shown in numerous galleries across the country including his inclusion in the Beyond the Cel show (September, 2007) at the Mesa Arts Center
in Arizona
. This museum show featured the work of artists who have made a name for themselves incorporating cartoon imagery into their fine art.
Away from customs, general production pieces also were created, including self-designed and limited release figures such as vegetable-based Eggster and Buckeye Rot and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man-esque Ripple. More corporate toys were also designed by Sket, including a figure for the 3" Trexi series promoting Coca Cola in 2008.
His work can also be seen in art books such as Dot Dot Dash, Full Vinyl and I Am Plastic 1 and 2.
Sket One (Andrew Yasgar) grew up in New Haven, Connecticut
where he started his art in 1986 as hip-hop swept the country.
Notable art works include live painting for Ford Flex Roofs at the NY Auto Show in 2008. Sket also designed trucks for skateboards for Grind King Trucks and snowboards with Crispy Whips.
blind-boxed mini-figures in 2004, produced by at the time little known Kidrobot
. Sket made and continues to make the most of the new found exposure by designing figures for several designer vinyl companies including Kidrobot
, Wheaty Wheat, Red Magic and Kaching Brands. Collectors became familiar with Sket’s art through his toys.
While Sket first made his name in designer toys with production figures such as his Dunnys featured in at least four series produced by Kidrobot, he experimented in the growing popularity of the custom toy. Customs are one-off hand-painted versions of existing toys. One of Sket’s first customs, the "Cover My Soul Dunny" remixed paint company Sherman Williams
’ paint can splash logo by turning the ‘ball’ into the Death Star
, a symbol of the evil empire. Beyond the strong 3D imagery of paint pouring out of a can and onto the toy, the Star Wars
reference invited viewers to discover meaning on their own terms.
From the fully functional “Operation” Munny
based on the interactive surgery game of the same name to his inspired melding of an imperial speeder with the imagery and symbols of legendary daredevil, Evel Knievel
. His recent “product” customs transforming several different toys into well-known food item containers from Hershey syrup to Tropicana
Orange juice jugs.
His work, both custom toys and original 2D pieces, have been shown in numerous galleries across the country including his inclusion in the Beyond the Cel show (September, 2007) at the Mesa Arts Center
in Arizona
. This museum show featured the work of artists who have made a name for themselves incorporating cartoon imagery into their fine art.
Away from customs, general production pieces also were created, including self-designed and limited release figures such as vegetable-based Eggster and Buckeye Rot and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man-esque Ripple. More corporate toys were also designed by Sket, including a figure for the 3" Trexi series promoting Coca Cola in 2008.
His work can also be seen in art books such as Dot Dot Dash, Full Vinyl and I Am Plastic 1 and 2.
Sket One (Andrew Yasgar) grew up in New Haven, Connecticut
where he started his art in 1986 as hip-hop swept the country.
Notable art works include live painting for Ford Flex Roofs at the NY Auto Show in 2008. Sket also designed trucks for skateboards for Grind King Trucks and snowboards with Crispy Whips.
blind-boxed mini-figures in 2004, produced by at the time little known Kidrobot
. Sket made and continues to make the most of the new found exposure by designing figures for several designer vinyl companies including Kidrobot
, Wheaty Wheat, Red Magic and Kaching Brands. Collectors became familiar with Sket’s art through his toys.
While Sket first made his name in designer toys with production figures such as his Dunnys featured in at least four series produced by Kidrobot, he experimented in the growing popularity of the custom toy. Customs are one-off hand-painted versions of existing toys. One of Sket’s first customs, the "Cover My Soul Dunny" remixed paint company Sherman Williams
’ paint can splash logo by turning the ‘ball’ into the Death Star
, a symbol of the evil empire. Beyond the strong 3D imagery of paint pouring out of a can and onto the toy, the Star Wars
reference invited viewers to discover meaning on their own terms.
From the fully functional “Operation” Munny
based on the interactive surgery game of the same name to his inspired melding of an imperial speeder with the imagery and symbols of legendary daredevil, Evel Knievel
. His recent “product” customs transforming several different toys into well-known food item containers from Hershey syrup to Tropicana
Orange juice jugs.
His work, both custom toys and original 2D pieces, have been shown in numerous galleries across the country including his inclusion in the Beyond the Cel show (September, 2007) at the Mesa Arts Center
in Arizona
. This museum show featured the work of artists who have made a name for themselves incorporating cartoon imagery into their fine art.
Away from customs, general production pieces also were created, including self-designed and limited release figures such as vegetable-based Eggster and Buckeye Rot and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man-esque Ripple. More corporate toys were also designed by Sket, including a figure for the 3" Trexi series promoting Coca Cola in 2008.
His work can also be seen in art books such as Dot Dot Dash, Full Vinyl and I Am Plastic 1 and 2.
Connecticut
Connecticut is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, and the state of New York to the west and the south .Connecticut is named for the Connecticut River, the major U.S. river that approximately...
where he started his art in 1986 as hip-hop swept the country.
Art and Career
Sket One created and ran Unitee in the 1990s – a shirt design company while looking for full-time work as a designer. He eventually landed his current position as Creative Director for one of the leading sports marketing firms, the Silverman Group. He has also worked as Associate Creative Director for Bad Ju Ju Games/2 Advanced Studios.Notable art works include live painting for Ford Flex Roofs at the NY Auto Show in 2008. Sket also designed trucks for skateboards for Grind King Trucks and snowboards with Crispy Whips.
Toys
Sket’s career moved forward with his inclusion in the first series of DunnyDunny
Dunny or dunny can is Australian slang for toilet, either the room or the specific fixture, especially an outhouse or other outdoor toilets. It is often used to specify a distinction between a flushing toilet and a non-flushing toilet...
blind-boxed mini-figures in 2004, produced by at the time little known Kidrobot
Kidrobot
Kidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
. Sket made and continues to make the most of the new found exposure by designing figures for several designer vinyl companies including Kidrobot
Kidrobot
Kidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
, Wheaty Wheat, Red Magic and Kaching Brands. Collectors became familiar with Sket’s art through his toys.
While Sket first made his name in designer toys with production figures such as his Dunnys featured in at least four series produced by Kidrobot, he experimented in the growing popularity of the custom toy. Customs are one-off hand-painted versions of existing toys. One of Sket’s first customs, the "Cover My Soul Dunny" remixed paint company Sherman Williams
Sherman Williams
Sherman Cedric Williams is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League for five seasons for the Dallas Cowboys...
’ paint can splash logo by turning the ‘ball’ into the Death Star
Death Star
The Death Star is a fictional moon-sized space station and superweapon appearing in the Star Wars movies and expanded universe. It is capable of destroying a planet with a single destructive super charged energy beam.-Origin and design:...
, a symbol of the evil empire. Beyond the strong 3D imagery of paint pouring out of a can and onto the toy, the Star Wars
Star Wars
Star Wars is an American epic space opera film series created by George Lucas. The first film in the series was originally released on May 25, 1977, under the title Star Wars, by 20th Century Fox, and became a worldwide pop culture phenomenon, followed by two sequels, released at three-year...
reference invited viewers to discover meaning on their own terms.
From the fully functional “Operation” Munny
Munny
A Munny doll is a toy from the American company Kidrobot.- Action Figure :A Munny doll is made out of vinyl and has movable joints.A Munny doll is a blank figure the owner can decorate using pens, pencils, markers, paint, and other supplies...
based on the interactive surgery game of the same name to his inspired melding of an imperial speeder with the imagery and symbols of legendary daredevil, Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel , born Robert Craig Knievel, was an American daredevil and entertainer. In his career he attempted over 75 ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps between 1965 and 1980, and in 1974, a failed jump across Snake River Canyon in the Skycycle X-2, a steam-powered rocket...
. His recent “product” customs transforming several different toys into well-known food item containers from Hershey syrup to Tropicana
Tropicana
-Hotels and venues:*Tropicana Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada*Tropicana Casino and Resort Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey*Tropicana Club, a nightclub in Havana, Cuba and New York City*Tropicana Casino *Tropicana Casino and Resort...
Orange juice jugs.
His work, both custom toys and original 2D pieces, have been shown in numerous galleries across the country including his inclusion in the Beyond the Cel show (September, 2007) at the Mesa Arts Center
Mesa Arts Center
The Mesa Arts Center is a performing and visual arts complex in downtown Mesa, Arizona. At more than square feet, the $95 million facility, completed in 2005, is the largest comprehensive arts campus in the state....
in Arizona
Arizona
Arizona ; is a state located in the southwestern region of the United States. It is also part of the western United States and the mountain west. The capital and largest city is Phoenix...
. This museum show featured the work of artists who have made a name for themselves incorporating cartoon imagery into their fine art.
Away from customs, general production pieces also were created, including self-designed and limited release figures such as vegetable-based Eggster and Buckeye Rot and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man-esque Ripple. More corporate toys were also designed by Sket, including a figure for the 3" Trexi series promoting Coca Cola in 2008.
His work can also be seen in art books such as Dot Dot Dash, Full Vinyl and I Am Plastic 1 and 2.
Original Toys Produced
- Buckeye Rot, produced by Wheaty Wheat and released in 2008
- Ripple, produced by Kaching Brands and released in 2007
- Oil, produced by Red Magic and released in 2007
- Sket Bots, blind-boxed series produced by KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
and released in 2007 - Eggster, released in 2005
Selected Solo Shows
- Rewind, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
Miami, 2009 - You Asked For It, London and Birmingham, UK, 2008
- Snake Eyes, CiRCACircaCirca , usually abbreviated c. or ca. , means "approximately" in the English language, usually referring to a date...
, Toronto, 2008 - Night and Day, My Plastic Heart, New York, 2007
- Authentic Happiness, Channel 1 Gallery, New Haven CT, 2006
- Playjorizm, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
, 2004 - Being Labelled Trouble, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
NYC, 2004
External links
Sket One (Andrew Yasgar) grew up in New Haven, Connecticut
Connecticut
Connecticut is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, and the state of New York to the west and the south .Connecticut is named for the Connecticut River, the major U.S. river that approximately...
where he started his art in 1986 as hip-hop swept the country.
Art and Career
Sket One created and ran Unitee in the 1990s – a shirt design company while looking for full-time work as a designer. He eventually landed his current position as Creative Director for one of the leading sports marketing firms, the Silverman Group. He has also worked as Associate Creative Director for Bad Ju Ju Games/2 Advanced Studios.Notable art works include live painting for Ford Flex Roofs at the NY Auto Show in 2008. Sket also designed trucks for skateboards for Grind King Trucks and snowboards with Crispy Whips.
Toys
Sket’s career moved forward with his inclusion in the first series of DunnyDunny
Dunny or dunny can is Australian slang for toilet, either the room or the specific fixture, especially an outhouse or other outdoor toilets. It is often used to specify a distinction between a flushing toilet and a non-flushing toilet...
blind-boxed mini-figures in 2004, produced by at the time little known Kidrobot
Kidrobot
Kidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
. Sket made and continues to make the most of the new found exposure by designing figures for several designer vinyl companies including Kidrobot
Kidrobot
Kidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
, Wheaty Wheat, Red Magic and Kaching Brands. Collectors became familiar with Sket’s art through his toys.
While Sket first made his name in designer toys with production figures such as his Dunnys featured in at least four series produced by Kidrobot, he experimented in the growing popularity of the custom toy. Customs are one-off hand-painted versions of existing toys. One of Sket’s first customs, the "Cover My Soul Dunny" remixed paint company Sherman Williams
Sherman Williams
Sherman Cedric Williams is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League for five seasons for the Dallas Cowboys...
’ paint can splash logo by turning the ‘ball’ into the Death Star
Death Star
The Death Star is a fictional moon-sized space station and superweapon appearing in the Star Wars movies and expanded universe. It is capable of destroying a planet with a single destructive super charged energy beam.-Origin and design:...
, a symbol of the evil empire. Beyond the strong 3D imagery of paint pouring out of a can and onto the toy, the Star Wars
Star Wars
Star Wars is an American epic space opera film series created by George Lucas. The first film in the series was originally released on May 25, 1977, under the title Star Wars, by 20th Century Fox, and became a worldwide pop culture phenomenon, followed by two sequels, released at three-year...
reference invited viewers to discover meaning on their own terms.
From the fully functional “Operation” Munny
Munny
A Munny doll is a toy from the American company Kidrobot.- Action Figure :A Munny doll is made out of vinyl and has movable joints.A Munny doll is a blank figure the owner can decorate using pens, pencils, markers, paint, and other supplies...
based on the interactive surgery game of the same name to his inspired melding of an imperial speeder with the imagery and symbols of legendary daredevil, Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel , born Robert Craig Knievel, was an American daredevil and entertainer. In his career he attempted over 75 ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps between 1965 and 1980, and in 1974, a failed jump across Snake River Canyon in the Skycycle X-2, a steam-powered rocket...
. His recent “product” customs transforming several different toys into well-known food item containers from Hershey syrup to Tropicana
Tropicana
-Hotels and venues:*Tropicana Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada*Tropicana Casino and Resort Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey*Tropicana Club, a nightclub in Havana, Cuba and New York City*Tropicana Casino *Tropicana Casino and Resort...
Orange juice jugs.
His work, both custom toys and original 2D pieces, have been shown in numerous galleries across the country including his inclusion in the Beyond the Cel show (September, 2007) at the Mesa Arts Center
Mesa Arts Center
The Mesa Arts Center is a performing and visual arts complex in downtown Mesa, Arizona. At more than square feet, the $95 million facility, completed in 2005, is the largest comprehensive arts campus in the state....
in Arizona
Arizona
Arizona ; is a state located in the southwestern region of the United States. It is also part of the western United States and the mountain west. The capital and largest city is Phoenix...
. This museum show featured the work of artists who have made a name for themselves incorporating cartoon imagery into their fine art.
Away from customs, general production pieces also were created, including self-designed and limited release figures such as vegetable-based Eggster and Buckeye Rot and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man-esque Ripple. More corporate toys were also designed by Sket, including a figure for the 3" Trexi series promoting Coca Cola in 2008.
His work can also be seen in art books such as Dot Dot Dash, Full Vinyl and I Am Plastic 1 and 2.
Original Toys Produced
- Buckeye Rot, produced by Wheaty Wheat and released in 2008
- Ripple, produced by Kaching Brands and released in 2007
- Oil, produced by Red Magic and released in 2007
- Sket Bots, blind-boxed series produced by KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
and released in 2007 - Eggster, released in 2005
Selected Solo Shows
- Rewind, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
Miami, 2009 - You Asked For It, London and Birmingham, UK, 2008
- Snake Eyes, CiRCACircaCirca , usually abbreviated c. or ca. , means "approximately" in the English language, usually referring to a date...
, Toronto, 2008 - Night and Day, My Plastic Heart, New York, 2007
- Authentic Happiness, Channel 1 Gallery, New Haven CT, 2006
- Playjorizm, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
, 2004 - Being Labelled Trouble, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
NYC, 2004
External links
Sket One (Andrew Yasgar) grew up in New Haven, Connecticut
Connecticut
Connecticut is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, and the state of New York to the west and the south .Connecticut is named for the Connecticut River, the major U.S. river that approximately...
where he started his art in 1986 as hip-hop swept the country.
Art and Career
Sket One created and ran Unitee in the 1990s – a shirt design company while looking for full-time work as a designer. He eventually landed his current position as Creative Director for one of the leading sports marketing firms, the Silverman Group. He has also worked as Associate Creative Director for Bad Ju Ju Games/2 Advanced Studios.Notable art works include live painting for Ford Flex Roofs at the NY Auto Show in 2008. Sket also designed trucks for skateboards for Grind King Trucks and snowboards with Crispy Whips.
Toys
Sket’s career moved forward with his inclusion in the first series of DunnyDunny
Dunny or dunny can is Australian slang for toilet, either the room or the specific fixture, especially an outhouse or other outdoor toilets. It is often used to specify a distinction between a flushing toilet and a non-flushing toilet...
blind-boxed mini-figures in 2004, produced by at the time little known Kidrobot
Kidrobot
Kidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
. Sket made and continues to make the most of the new found exposure by designing figures for several designer vinyl companies including Kidrobot
Kidrobot
Kidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
, Wheaty Wheat, Red Magic and Kaching Brands. Collectors became familiar with Sket’s art through his toys.
While Sket first made his name in designer toys with production figures such as his Dunnys featured in at least four series produced by Kidrobot, he experimented in the growing popularity of the custom toy. Customs are one-off hand-painted versions of existing toys. One of Sket’s first customs, the "Cover My Soul Dunny" remixed paint company Sherman Williams
Sherman Williams
Sherman Cedric Williams is a former professional American football running back in the National Football League for five seasons for the Dallas Cowboys...
’ paint can splash logo by turning the ‘ball’ into the Death Star
Death Star
The Death Star is a fictional moon-sized space station and superweapon appearing in the Star Wars movies and expanded universe. It is capable of destroying a planet with a single destructive super charged energy beam.-Origin and design:...
, a symbol of the evil empire. Beyond the strong 3D imagery of paint pouring out of a can and onto the toy, the Star Wars
Star Wars
Star Wars is an American epic space opera film series created by George Lucas. The first film in the series was originally released on May 25, 1977, under the title Star Wars, by 20th Century Fox, and became a worldwide pop culture phenomenon, followed by two sequels, released at three-year...
reference invited viewers to discover meaning on their own terms.
From the fully functional “Operation” Munny
Munny
A Munny doll is a toy from the American company Kidrobot.- Action Figure :A Munny doll is made out of vinyl and has movable joints.A Munny doll is a blank figure the owner can decorate using pens, pencils, markers, paint, and other supplies...
based on the interactive surgery game of the same name to his inspired melding of an imperial speeder with the imagery and symbols of legendary daredevil, Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel , born Robert Craig Knievel, was an American daredevil and entertainer. In his career he attempted over 75 ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps between 1965 and 1980, and in 1974, a failed jump across Snake River Canyon in the Skycycle X-2, a steam-powered rocket...
. His recent “product” customs transforming several different toys into well-known food item containers from Hershey syrup to Tropicana
Tropicana
-Hotels and venues:*Tropicana Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada*Tropicana Casino and Resort Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey*Tropicana Club, a nightclub in Havana, Cuba and New York City*Tropicana Casino *Tropicana Casino and Resort...
Orange juice jugs.
His work, both custom toys and original 2D pieces, have been shown in numerous galleries across the country including his inclusion in the Beyond the Cel show (September, 2007) at the Mesa Arts Center
Mesa Arts Center
The Mesa Arts Center is a performing and visual arts complex in downtown Mesa, Arizona. At more than square feet, the $95 million facility, completed in 2005, is the largest comprehensive arts campus in the state....
in Arizona
Arizona
Arizona ; is a state located in the southwestern region of the United States. It is also part of the western United States and the mountain west. The capital and largest city is Phoenix...
. This museum show featured the work of artists who have made a name for themselves incorporating cartoon imagery into their fine art.
Away from customs, general production pieces also were created, including self-designed and limited release figures such as vegetable-based Eggster and Buckeye Rot and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man-esque Ripple. More corporate toys were also designed by Sket, including a figure for the 3" Trexi series promoting Coca Cola in 2008.
His work can also be seen in art books such as Dot Dot Dash, Full Vinyl and I Am Plastic 1 and 2.
Original Toys Produced
- Buckeye Rot, produced by Wheaty Wheat and released in 2008
- Ripple, produced by Kaching Brands and released in 2007
- Oil, produced by Red Magic and released in 2007
- Sket Bots, blind-boxed series produced by KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
and released in 2007 - Eggster, released in 2005
Selected Solo Shows
- Rewind, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
Miami, 2009 - You Asked For It, London and Birmingham, UK, 2008
- Snake Eyes, CiRCACircaCirca , usually abbreviated c. or ca. , means "approximately" in the English language, usually referring to a date...
, Toronto, 2008 - Night and Day, My Plastic Heart, New York, 2007
- Authentic Happiness, Channel 1 Gallery, New Haven CT, 2006
- Playjorizm, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
, 2004 - Being Labelled Trouble, KidrobotKidrobotKidrobot is a producer and retailer of designer toys founded in 2002 by Paul Budnitz, specializing in artist-created toys and imports from Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe. Kidrobot also makes Kidrobot Mascots, which are figures of their main logo. These figures are usually nicknamed KR and the number...
NYC, 2004
External links