Mr. Freeze Unipo (SDCC '14)

Derek Welch and Jason Bacon started UNKL back in 2004 in Portland, Oregon as a way to focus their creative energy on non-client based projects. Since then, we've created over 200 different iterations of our characters with even more on the way. Aligments with Toynami (for toys) and Fifth Sun (for apparel) will continue to spread the UNKL word. DC Comics art toys are collectible designer figures that reimagine iconic DC superheroes and villains—such as Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and The Joker—through unique artistic styles, materials, and interpretations. These toys blend comic book aesthetics with urban vinyl, sofubi, and pop art influences, making them highly sought after by both comic fans and designer toy collectors. DC Comics art toys combine the legacy of classic superhero storytelling with modern pop art, urban vinyl, and collectible culture. These toys appeal to comic book fans, designer toy collectors, and pop art enthusiasts, offering fresh, artistic takes on some of the world’s most iconic superheroes and villains. 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.