Ghost Fire Spark-ling (DCon 2022)

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. To put it simply, Scott is a toy junkie. He's obsessed with collecting, designing, and creating toys. He draws inspiration from many areas, including pop culture, comic books, his family, and toys from his childhood. Scott prefers to elicit a sense of child-like wonder and nostalgia in his artwork. He enjoys working in both digital and traditional mediums, depending on his mood. Scott is happiest when he is working on multiple projects. He has self-produced numerous designer toys, including Otis and Otto, Tricycle Terror, Doc Von Block and Big Rollin’ Rascal. Since ’98, he has worked for the Walt Disney Company in the Entertainment Productions Department where he has designed pieces for various parades, venues and merchandise. Scott was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. At the age of 16, he moved to the West Coast. He currently resides in Los Angeles. Artiqfox, is an independent 3D designer and toy artist celebrated for her charming resin art figures called Wisplings. These collectible toys embody elemental spirits—such as fire, water, and fog—that symbolize hope and resilience during challenging times. Artiqfox’s portfolio includes a variety of limited-edition and collaborative pieces, such as “Spark-ling” the fire Wispling, “Ash-ling,” and “Droplette.” Notable collaborations feature artists like Task One and Fluff Riot. Her creations often debut in small batches, making them highly sought after by collectors.