Lust

Joseph Ari Aloi is a visionary. The worlds he creates as an illustrator touch the far reaches of the universe- accessing new languages and spirits. An artist- designer, writer, toy creator, media franchiser, filmmaker, Flowbot leader, & tattoo artist JK5 defines creative divinity. In 1996 Aloi earned a BFA in Illustration from RISD, a year later he opened a custom tattoo studio in Pleasantville, New York, where he formulated his widely assimilated, organic, signature styles and approach to letterforms. A couple years later, Matt Clark- founder of the creative agency Houston, along with Aloi published “subconsciothesaurusnex,” a book that documents Aloi’s life and work from 1977-1999. Brands, and Advertising Agencies alike have long understood the power in Aloi’s visual language and ability to capture human connectivity. Collaborators include: Nike, Kidrobot, Converse, Wieden Kennedy, Camel, Tylenol, Timex, Barneys, Surface to Air, Bblessing, Saks 5th Avenue, and Mishka NYC. Curated by the Toy Baron and Baroness, this new Kidrobot x Red Magic collaboration celebrates the cardinal sins in only the most immoral way! Collect gluttony, wrath, and all the rest as you proclaim your own forays into iniquity. Let’s all burn together! Featuring designs from JK5, Thomas Han, Alex Pardee, MCA, Tweeqim and Kidrobot CI Boys is a series of designer toys created by Chinese artist and toy designer CI (short for Creative Industries). Known for their distinctive style, CI Boys are highly stylized, cute, and colorful figures that often combine elements of Japanese pop culture, urban art, and cartoon aesthetics. The characters are typically anthropomorphic, featuring exaggerated facial expressions, large heads, and vibrant colors. The CI Boys figures often have a child-like innocence, but with exaggerated features like big eyes, round faces, and oversized heads, giving them a playful, charming look. Many of the CI Boys toys focus on the theme of friendship, with characters interacting in playful, whimsical scenarios. CI Boys have gained popularity in the designer toy community for their adorable, eye-catching designs and strong emotional connection with fans. The toys appeal to both children and adult collectors, thanks to their whimsical nature and cute, quirky designs. Red Magic is a Chinese-based manufacturer and creator in the designer toy scene, known for producing high-quality, limited-edition vinyl toys. The company has built a strong reputation for its attention to detail, intricate designs, and collaborations with renowned toy artists. Red Magic is often recognized for blending traditional toy-making techniques with modern urban aesthetics, contributing to the rise of art toys in the global collector market.