GID Tropical Fish Rangeron (PTS '21)

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. Illustrator, designer and artist. Women's Junior College art molding graphic design graduate classroom. Living in Tokyo. After working design company, free as a graphic designer. Through the design work, such as package design, logo design, character design and font design, using gesso, and acrylic paint on board and canvas in illustrator photoshop analog tools are digital tools widely produced anti-D, to three-dimensional works from the plane, In addition, it actively participates in art events of national and international, such as custom Atotoi. It is focused design of the original furniture with tile and solid plate, rebar, also in production in recent years. T9G (pronounced “Takug”) is a Japanese artist and toy designer known for his distinctive, surreal character designs and high-quality sofubi (soft vinyl) figures. With a background in sculpting and an eye for expressive, exaggerated features, T9G’s work often blends elements of horror, fantasy, and cuteness, creating creatures that are both unsettling and endearing. His signature characters, such as Rangeas and Byron, feature intricate textures, dynamic poses, and unique paint applications. T9G is also known for his collaborations with other artists and brands in the designer toy world, pushing the boundaries of sofubi production with innovative sculpting techniques and hand-painted details. His work is widely respected in the Japanese and global art toy scene, making him a sought-after figure for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate the fusion of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.