I just got back from Los Angeles where I had the pleasure of visiting the studio of Gary Baseman, artist and vinyl toy creator. He sat down with me for a bit and was interviewed for the documentary, touching on subjects ranging from toys, art, love, life, etc.
It definetly was a great experience and it's always a treat to hear from someone who has worked in many different fields of art (TV, commercial illustration, fine art, toy creation, etc.) and get their opinion on the vinyl toy phenomenon.
I've posted some photos of the studio and look forward to some possible Baseman videos in the near future.
Some Baseman pieces among mannequin hands
It definetly was a great experience and it's always a treat to hear from someone who has worked in many different fields of art (TV, commercial illustration, fine art, toy creation, etc.) and get their opinion on the vinyl toy phenomenon.
I've posted some photos of the studio and look forward to some possible Baseman videos in the near future.
Some Baseman pieces among mannequin hands
The desk of Gary Baseman- complete with in progress painting
A few in progress pieces in the studi0.
Hot Cha Cha Chas among a proto for the new Venison figure and other goodies...
Maquettes used during the production of "Teacher's Pet"
Mark Ryden's Interpretation Of Venison
Chou Chou paintings among mannequin hands