Fugly Mexican Toys

A bootleg action figure is an imitation of an authentic action figure that is made by someone other than the official manufacturer. Bootleg figures are often sold as originals, but they can look very different from the authentic figure in several ways Toy Designer · Blockprinter · VR & 3D Artist . Puppeteer ​ I'm a multidisciplinary artist with a Bachelor of Arts in New Media from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, where I was recognized for outstanding academic and research achievements. My creative practice bridges analog and digital worlds through toy design, block printing, sculpture, and immersive virtual reality experiences. As a toy designer, I've developed collectible lines like Salas Wars and The Saddest Children of the Forest, exhibited in galleries such as La Luz de Jesus, Galería F, and Horse Hero, and showcased at San Diego Comic Con and DesignerCon with DKE Toys. My work in 3D modeling and immersive media includes VR installations like Last Chair in the Forest (Asheville Art Museum), and experimental projects using Blender, Unreal Engine, and 3D printing. I explore the intersection of storytelling, physical craft, and digital technologies through puppetry, animation, and block printing. I have presented my work internationally, performing and exhibiting in over 15 countries, including: Italy, France, Spain, Switzerland, Poland, Mexico, Cuba, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, Belize, Guatemala, Taiwan, and across the United States. My projects have been supported by prestigious grants and Self-produced art toys are designer collectibles created and manufactured independently by the artist or small teams without the backing of a large toy company or mass-market brand. These toys are often highly personal, artistic expressions and are usually made in limited runs. Key Characteristics include independent creation where the artist is in control of the entire process from concept, sculpting, and painting to production and packaging. These are usually made in small batches, often 10–100 pieces, which adds to their rarity, made using materials like resin, sofubi (Japanese soft vinyl), or 3D-printed components. DKE Toys is a renowned American company specializing in designer toys, collectibles, and limited-edition art pieces. Founded in 2002, DKE Toys has become a key player in the designer toy scene, known for its unique collaborations with artists, custom toys, and pop culture-inspired releases. The company has developed a reputation for creating high-quality, highly collectible figures that often blend urban art, pop culture references, and nostalgic themes. DKE Toys works with a diverse roster of artists and designers to create limited-run figures that often reflect a blend of pop culture, street art, and fine art. Artists involved in DKE releases include well-known names in the designer toy world, such as Frank Kozik, Eric So, Luke Chueh, and many others.