Pop Mart, a global entertainment company known for its art toys and collectibles, has opened its first U.S. pop-up location in Costa Mesa. The 2,148-square-foot store at South Coast Plaza, features art toys that are designed and inspired by popular culture. The company has recruited a variety of designers, including Kenny, Pucky, Ayan, Kasing LungContinue reading “Pop Mart Opens First US Store In Costa Mesa, California”
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All of Lego’s Coolest Pop Culture Cars
As wallet’s were revving up to 88 dollars per minute to purchase the upcoming Back to the Future Lego set, Gizmodo had a thought… Besides the Back to the Future DeLorean model, LEGO has also released two versions of the Ghostbusters Ecto-1. How many other LEGO pop culture themed vehicles could you build, if youContinue reading “All of Lego’s Coolest Pop Culture Cars”
How Collectibles Brand Funko Became A $1 Billion Pop Culture Powerhouse
Back in January, 2017 Funko, then a largely under-the-radar collectibles company, predicted that it would hit $1 billion in revenue within five years. Funko Headquarters in Everett, WA Since then, the Everett, WA based company has gone public, recovered from what was described as the “worst first-day return for an IPO in 17 years”, scoredContinue reading “How Collectibles Brand Funko Became A $1 Billion Pop Culture Powerhouse”
Check Out These Incredible Pop Culture Themed Christmas Tree Toppers By Blain Hefner
It’s November – and the holiday season is right around the corner! And there’s no better way to ring in Christmas than with Blain Hefner’s incredible Pop Toppers exhibit at Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles. Filled with one of a kind, hand made sculptures to top your Christmas tree, Blain’s been inspired by some ofContinue reading “Check Out These Incredible Pop Culture Themed Christmas Tree Toppers By Blain Hefner”
How Bingo And Pop Culture Are Intertwined
As online bingo continues to grow across the globe, players everywhere are heading to the internet in search of fun. Whether you prefer high stakes bingo or simply playing for fun, the variety available to players in 2020 is truly unparalleled. This can make deciding where to play tough and bingo lovers should find outContinue reading “How Bingo And Pop Culture Are Intertwined”
Dave Pollot “Passengers” Gallery 1988 Show
Dave Pollot is a New York based artist who is known for his altered thrift art paintings. He finds unwanted artwork and adds his own touch – most often pop culture parodies – and in doing so, bridges the divide between classic and pop art. His recent show at Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles isContinue reading “Dave Pollot “Passengers” Gallery 1988 Show”
The Incredible Art of Attack Peter
Yesterday I posted about an intriguing Batman statue by Attack Peter and his style resonated with me so much that I had to learn more about this incredible artist and check out his additional work. Needless to say, I was blown away! Peter Santa-Maria (AKA Attackpeter) is a Miami-based artist and teacher who specializes inContinue reading “The Incredible Art of Attack Peter”
Artist Jordan Monsell Hides 60 Ghosts In This Art Piece, Can You Name Them All?
Beetlejuice, Casper, Slimer and Hatbox Ghost. The public just can’t get enough of these floating apparitions that haunt our comic books, television shows, movie screen and novels. Here is the latest easter egg art piece by Jordan Monsell that pays homage to pop culture poltergeists. There are 66 of them to spot and name. In the past,Continue reading “Artist Jordan Monsell Hides 60 Ghosts In This Art Piece, Can You Name Them All?”
Cuyler Smith’s Trading Cards 4 To Open At Gallery 1988 On May 24
This Friday night, the fourth installment of Cuyler Smith’s Trading Cards will open at Gallery 1988. Cuyler Smith’s annual art show has become a major tradition at G1988. His trading card set, depicting pop culture athletes, continue to sell out every time they’re released. 40 brand new cards will be released and you can checkContinue reading “Cuyler Smith’s Trading Cards 4 To Open At Gallery 1988 On May 24”
Introducing Barnes & Noble Trend Shop
Something new is coming to Barnes & Noble stores! Launching this month at select stores, the new Trend Shop section will be your one-stop shop for all things pop culture! “Whether you’re a Marvel Comics superfan or a Harry Potter aficionado, we have collectibles, books, movies & TV series, toys & games, and more findsContinue reading “Introducing Barnes & Noble Trend Shop”