Anti-Hero

Painter, Sculptor, and Illustrator. Texas Native, Integrating Life and Death with In his art to give balance to the universe. His Creatures are consumed by nature, leaving remains for the world to see. Stormy Vault is a designer toy store and art gallery specializing in limited-edition art toys, collectibles, and custom pieces from independent artists around the world. Based in the U.S., the store curates a selection of sofubi (soft vinyl), resin, and hand-painted figures, featuring works from well-known and emerging artists in the designer toy scene. Stormy Vault frequently collaborates with artists to release exclusive colorways and custom-painted editions of popular art toys. The store also hosts live auctions, online drops, and gallery shows, making it a hub for collectors looking for rare and unique pieces KAWS’ Companion is one of the most iconic figures created by the artist Brian Donnelly, known as KAWS. The Companion character features a cartoon-like figure with a skull-shaped head, crossed-out eyes, and gloved hands, resembling classic animation characters but with a distinct melancholic and introspective expression. Since its debut in the late 1990s, Companion has been released in various forms, including vinyl toys, large-scale sculptures, and limited-edition collaborations. The character is often depicted in different poses, such as covering its face in distress, reclining, floating, or standing tall, reflecting themes of isolation, vulnerability, and contemplation.