tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-329638022012-02-16T11:52:58.872-08:00Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.comBlogger781100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-54928171919822951982010-10-16T11:58:00.000-07:002010-10-16T12:08:03.298-07:00

MURAKAMI x VESAILLESTakashi Murakami's exhibition in Versailles. I love the scale of this exhibition. It would be great to see this collection in the real.D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-75291614542478583622010-08-29T21:28:00.000-07:002010-08-29T21:32:03.331-07:00

The Monk & The MonkeyThe Monk & The Monkey from Brendan Carroll on Vimeo.A determined young boy, Ragu, is sent by his master on his final quest to become a monk. A seemingly simple task becomes an unexpected challenge for Ragu as he discovers the real value of his quest.© 2010 Brendan Carroll & Francesco Giroldini. Music by Erez Koskas.Ringling College of Art + Design.

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-65689019445816613972010-07-07T15:15:00.000-07:002010-07-10T16:02:36.365-07:00

SPARK ANIMATION '10...Mark your calendars! Vancouver ACM SIGGRAPH is pleased to announce tickets for the 3rd annual SPARK Animation Conference and Festival are now on sale! SIGGRAPH.CAHere's a first look at one of the graphics for the event..."Looked for but not seen, listened for but not heard, and felt but never touched."The theme of this conference is Ninja. The concept is about the community

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-75135968995103384512010-07-07T15:03:00.000-07:002010-07-07T15:11:47.402-07:00

The Art Hustle...D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-77451047433816895782010-06-04T19:51:00.000-07:002010-06-04T21:15:17.358-07:00

WOW it's been a minute...Couple of things to update for those that haven't been following me on Twitter.My piece from the Sketchbot show has sold. Yea me! Thanks very much to the person who bought it.It was one of my favourite pieces to work on and I think one of my best customs to date. I think it stood out from the crowd because it zigged when others zagged. It's hard to not work in a

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-58093908758112672242010-03-22T15:49:00.000-07:002010-03-22T16:25:56.517-07:00

Sketchbot Custom Show!!!My good friend Steve Talkowski aka. Sketchbot is having his first custom show at MPH (MyPlasticHeartNYC) Friday, March 26.2010 I'm very honored to have been invited to contribute. If you happen to be in NYC, make sure to check out the show.Here's a little peak at my piece for the show.Check out his bog for a few sneak peaks the custom from the Artists. http://

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-54679785758462225542010-01-06T17:39:00.000-08:002010-01-06T18:34:01.510-08:00

WHEN HELL FREEZES OVER...mphlabs presents Lou Pimentel first custon show at myplasticheart gallery in NYC. 15 artists (including myself) were invited to get up on Lou's debut piece "Cranston Fellows Jr."My piece will be in good company: 64 colors, kaNO, Chalkoskis, Dok A, Leecifer, Nemo, Brent Nolasco, Reactor-88, Scribe, Julie West, Jason Limon, Jeremiah Ketner, N.C. Winters, and the man

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-70111738411226982622010-01-01T02:31:00.000-08:002010-01-01T02:38:18.722-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!Wishing you and yours, health, wealth, and happiness in 2010.Dacosta!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-22484814360958742702009-11-08T19:03:00.001-08:002010-11-21T12:42:29.034-08:00

Hot One Inch Action ShowLast night was my first time down to the Hot One Inch Action button show (6th Ever show). Always good when I get a chance to hang out with the talented Atomos. Glad I was able to submit a piece for the show and it was excepted.These are the pieces I liked the most out of the 50 artists in the show (personal taste). There weren't as many “bangers” as I would have liked, but

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-10755315115635628872009-09-10T16:17:00.000-07:002009-09-10T17:17:39.946-07:00

The Little Book of KawaiiAfter a year of waiting the first of 2 books (...well actually the second, but the first one isn't out yet) with some of my characters and toy designs just landed on my doorstep yesterday. Titled: The little book of kawaii, is 400 page and jammed with some of the hottest character and toy designers from around the world. Put together by Shawn Wright and He Li, it's the

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-86155080271439454032009-09-03T14:58:00.000-07:002009-09-03T15:35:42.781-07:00

TACO BELL IN DEEP HOT SAUCE!There's trouble brewing in the Urban Vinyl world. An image (Right) posted on August 31 of the new promotional toys from TACO BELL has ignited the vinyl toy community online. A clear example of mainstream trying to jump on the Urban Vinyl scene without even an attempt toward originality. Response image posted by Kidrobot (Left). Check out the details on the links and

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-75681710423568403692009-08-23T10:00:00.000-07:002009-08-23T10:17:04.660-07:00

The passing of a friend...Leo Obstbaum "passed away unexpectedly" on Thursday night at his home.http://vancouver.24hrs.ca/News/2009/08/21/10557271-24hvan.htmlMy condolences to the Obstbaum family. Leo was a great person to have known personally. I've had some great conversations with Leo about characters and life. He will be missed.

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-67907148996440648372009-07-25T19:48:00.000-07:002009-07-26T13:52:29.054-07:00

TRON LegacyNo more blurred vision. The official Trailer has finally been released. Seriously, I'm all light headed now and can barely stand the idea of the long wait till this film is released *.*Click on the 'Watch in HD+' top right corner... trust me.D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-76674685719049758372009-06-24T10:21:00.000-07:002009-06-24T11:41:47.256-07:00

G-ROBOT!!!I was invited to the G-Robot artist mini series by Eddi at adFunture a little while back. I just got in a few sneak pics of my design droppin' at TTF which is coming up in a minute. This little guy is name 'SoulJah'. I love the irony in the name...D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-44836169631734685732009-06-02T19:47:00.000-07:002009-06-05T11:29:59.935-07:00

Mod Nation Racers.So today at E3 UFG debuted their Cart racing game Mod Nation Racers. I worked with the key members of the team bringing my 'vinyl artist' flav to the mix. I retooled the figure to be more "Urban Vinyl", coached the car modelers on caricature 101, did interface design exploration and just a couple of week ago was asked to take a stab at designing some ideas for the lead character

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-6751513528493590932009-05-16T23:10:00.000-07:002009-05-16T23:16:27.265-07:00

District 9This seems like a interesting approach to the SF genre. Can't wait to see more. Man, I need to get on someone's advanced preview list. There are some great films coming out this year.D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-44622469737765348562009-05-08T17:03:00.000-07:002009-05-08T17:13:19.869-07:00

Gobot5 Reveal!One of the dominant undertones of Japanese anime films and manga is the search to define what it mean to be human many of which feature robots finding there way in an organic world. GoBot5 pays tribute to that journey.Created by Mother One, GoBot5 was design for the ‘soul’ purpose of exploring the living world and to gather data that will enable robots to become more human.Dacosta!*

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-41717770754079558022009-05-05T23:49:00.000-07:002009-05-06T00:37:29.252-07:00

GB5... teaser 04Dacosta!GB5 Full reveal coming May 8th stay tuned...*Note: If you post this image to another site, please do not watermark it.

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-16134860953067667112009-05-03T22:25:00.000-07:002009-05-04T00:04:03.521-07:00

GB5... teaser 03Dacosta!GB5 teaser 04 coming May 6th stay tuned...*Note: If you post this image to another site, please do not watermark it.

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-75918922086345727762009-05-02T14:44:00.000-07:002009-05-02T15:07:07.307-07:00

Kicktoys Launch Event.I've had the honour of being one if the artist given the opportunity to be part of the upcoming Beit Dude show at ToyQube. GB5 will be on display and for sale. make sure to check it out.Detail on the show. For more information about the show, you can contact the kidds and Kicktoys or ToyQube.Event Date: May 8th @ ToyQube The BEit Dude custom figures will be on who have not

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-13046456265657284882009-05-01T23:07:00.000-07:002009-05-02T09:34:36.949-07:00

GB5... teaser 01D!*Note: If you post this image to another site, please do not watermark it.

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-16947909175436616902009-04-27T23:03:00.000-07:002009-04-27T23:11:01.095-07:00

GB5... teaser 01D!*Note: If you post this image to another site, please do not watermark it.

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-60596683878631566282009-04-24T16:20:00.000-07:002009-04-24T17:52:05.678-07:00

Playing in the Mud...Although I'll be the first to tell you I'm a MODO lover through and through, there is another sculpting app that makes 3D life worth living, Mudbox. After being reminded by Steve Talkowski aka Sketchbot, I DL'd the 30 day trile copy of the new version of Mudbox from Autodesk yesterday to try it out. It had been a while since I'd played with Mudbox and I wanted to see what was

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-16205673897563626912009-04-21T18:23:00.000-07:002009-04-21T19:17:27.661-07:00

?D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-44083569414605008792009-04-14T11:22:00.000-07:002009-04-14T12:41:21.861-07:00

First Chibi exclusives...Here's a look at the first Chibi Charms that was created for a client in NYC name Daruma Asset Managment Inc. I'm mean really, with a name like Daruma how could you not want one of these little guys. Drauma was also a big supporter of the Dreams to Dream show in LA at JANM back in December. BIG thanks to them for helping to make that happen. The design is titled 'Satoi'

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-35614718537667753012009-04-08T17:35:00.000-07:002009-04-10T12:26:07.165-07:00

First 2 Chibi Charms off the line.Just a quick shot of the first 2 Chibi Charms to be released shortly. Red and Black luck colours.Me: Dacosta (Left) and MAD (Right)D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-53933567111058714782009-04-06T22:52:00.000-07:002009-04-06T23:28:32.526-07:00

A little 3D...Here's a little piece of my robot project. This guy is part of one of my robot's mode themes or "Skins" as I've dubbed them. I have no where near the skill level in 3D as my good friend Sketchbot aka Steve Talkowski, or Yoshii, but I'm working on my chops every chance I get. My goal is that before the end of the year I can draw up a character and pump it out in sexy 3D super fast.D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-40522677793159959982009-04-04T10:55:00.000-07:002009-04-04T12:12:44.837-07:00

DCTO Chibi Charms...Hey Guys, This is a long overdue update on the SOOP projects.A lot of people have been asking about the small versions of DCTO and when they are coming out. Well... The DCTO "Chibi Charms" are on there way. I've teamed up with Adfunture to produce the 8cm/3inch pieces. Below is a photo of the prototype in front of the OG version.This project will be a collaboration. I fired

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-18276254139510262902008-12-16T14:44:00.000-08:002008-12-16T15:20:37.690-08:00

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! to all of you. I would like the thank everyone for their continued support.New project are underway and I can't wait to show them.Here's hoping the coming year brings you and yours good health and good fortune.*SNOBOT has arrived and available for order Wednesday 17, 2008.  I will have 30 signed pairs for sale on the CHOCOLATE SOOP SHOPD!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-13968365359305099352008-12-09T19:58:00.000-08:002008-12-16T14:44:11.981-08:00

Dreams to DreamsI want to thank all the artists that did a piece for the Dreams to Dreams show. The range of styles was amazing. The opening reception was a big success with over 450+ people coming through to see the show. The positive response to the DCTO form by the Japanese community showed me that I had accomplished my goal, which was to take the traditional Daruma shape and respectfully add

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-28204822991870667062008-11-06T00:46:00.000-08:002008-11-09T11:10:22.328-08:00

Dreams to Dreams: DCTO Custom Show 2008. Dacosta Bayley a.k.a CHOCOLATE SOOP and the Japanese American National Museum have assembled the first custom toy show held in a museum. 45+ artists have customized his DCTO (Dreams Come True Object) Jibun Project, a futuristic version of the traditional Daruma toy. The theme of the show is "Dreams to Dreams" and is based on the poem of the same title

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-57131125825436954242008-11-01T01:27:00.000-07:002008-11-01T02:30:58.299-07:00

Back again with a long over due post... It's been a minute since my last project update. I think their will be a couple of posts the weekend to catch you up. "Don't eat yellow snow" they say... The truth about those mysterious little yellow stains in the snowbanks has finally been uncovered. Very soon you’ll be able to get your hands on the top secret report hidden from the general public by a

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-83299294362307580362008-10-09T23:18:00.000-07:002008-10-09T23:19:59.229-07:00

NICE!!!!! ILoveSketch from Seok-Hyung Bae on Vimeo.D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-22547688984973887142008-08-06T14:21:00.000-07:002009-07-25T19:47:44.041-07:00

TR2N!!!!!!!!!!!!!One of the biggest influences of my design style was TRON.The fact that they have final shown the teaser for the sequel makes me tingle all over ;)You know I'm going to have to do some character and vehicle design concepts inspired by the world.Enjoyd^_^b

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-25390495987725646532008-07-08T20:35:00.000-07:002008-07-08T20:55:46.539-07:00

How you like them Apples?It seems Canadians can make themselves heard.The latest news on the hot topic of the Rogers and their ridiculous voice and data plans for new 3G iPhone set for release this Friday, July 11th.Check out the news clip from GIZMODO or Apple Insiderd^_^b

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-65512320641010735682008-06-29T10:00:00.000-07:002008-12-11T04:26:38.016-08:00

Boy of the Future!SOLD!Here's a look at the piece I did for the 'Show us your Munny' show Vol.2put on by :Voltage: @ the ModernThanks to all those who came out and filled the club to capacity. All the piece submitted were fantastic.  I even had a interview with EP (Electric Playground). I hope to have pictures of the night for you very soon.D! 

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-50407340862753855232008-06-28T13:54:00.000-07:002008-06-28T14:34:35.976-07:00

Rogers announces iPhone 3G packagesIs there no end to the money hungry machine that is Rogers?There isn't much I can say that others have not expressed about the iPhone packages from Rogers that were announced last night. I love my apple products and have been waiting for the iPhone to officially come to Canada, but with the IMO offensive package pricing presented to us by Rogers, I will have to

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-24278857386092384152008-06-26T11:42:00.000-07:002008-12-11T04:26:38.151-08:00

SHOW US YOUR MUNNY!Tonight Thursday, June 26, 2008The crazy kidds from :Voltage: are bringing us the 'Show us your Munny' Vol.2 custom vinyl show is on.30 artists show off their customizing skills at the MODERN in Gastown.Come early and get your party on. Note: The event is 19 years+20:00 - 02:00See you out there.Big D!

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-23885253729544062122008-06-20T11:47:00.000-07:002008-12-11T04:26:38.515-08:00

Plushform ShowThe Wee Ninja by Shawnimals form has been taken to the next level with the Plushform. We got little taste at NYCC back in April, but now they are ready to drop. On June 27th, Shawnimals and Chicago based gallery Rotofugi are putting on a custom exhibit and launch party. With a roster rammed with talent, this show will no doubt be a must see event.I'm honoured to be on the list of

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-12845276540032673302008-06-19T09:39:00.000-07:002008-06-19T11:32:27.178-07:00

Attention Chocolate lovers!  I want to tell you that I will be at the Vancouver Art Gallery doing live digital drawing during the KRAZY! exhibit along with many of Vancouver’s comic artists and illustrators. First up is the FUSE night. There will be a ton of talented artists on site doing what they do best. Come on up to the 4th floor and check out the work poke around or even join in.  What

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-80331953941170234782008-05-06T20:23:00.000-07:002008-05-23T22:57:33.202-07:00

Yea Me!For your perusal. Here is an interview do with the good folks down at JANM (Japanese American Nation Museum)http://www.janmstore.com/dacostabayley.htmlNote for the upcoming show in LA later this year... From December 6th, 2008 through January 4th, 2009 the Japanese American National Museum, in collaboration with Dacosta Bayley, will present Dreams to Dreams: DCTO Custom Show, an original

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-79787680271671319092008-05-06T20:12:00.000-07:002008-05-06T20:23:32.596-07:00

Contest sadness...Not really sure what to say about the 0(zero) turn out less the 1 (one) late entry... But alas, this is the world we live in :(Regardless. The DIY. GID DCTO will be going on sell this weekend for those who wish to get their Zen glow on!D! 

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-11446313752385980202008-04-08T17:52:00.000-07:002008-12-11T04:26:38.894-08:00

NYCC '08!Start the countdown! NYCC is just around the corner and I can't wait to get back to the BIG APPLE!I'll be in town a couple of days early to help out where I can and of course hang with the NYC crew.  I have a new Chocolate Soop print of Chef Koko for sale and maybe a mini surprise for you.Above is a peek at the untitled print. Limited to an edition of 20. It'll be priced at 50USD an

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-61716252860686001362008-03-30T23:48:00.000-07:002008-12-11T04:26:39.086-08:00

Hello Chocolatiers!It's been a minute since the last post and there's lots and plenty on the go.First off: I am very happy to announce 'Dreams to Dreams' the DCTO custom show is locked for December 6th, 2008 to January 4th, 2009 at JANM (Japanese American National Museum) in LA. 50+ invited artists are already working their magic the DCTO figures. I'll have a list of the artists for you soon.Next

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-42001146793870584642008-01-25T18:29:00.000-08:002008-12-11T04:26:39.269-08:00

Gotta Rocket!!!Imagi Studios, the animation company behind TMNT, has signed Flushed Away director David Bowers to helm its CG-animated Astro Boy feature. Based on the classic comics and anime series created by Japan’s “the godfather of manga,” Osamu Tezuka, Astro Boy will be released worldwide in 2009 by Warner Bros.You can never really tell from a still, but if this image is any indication of

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-61258424598819619302008-01-24T18:14:00.000-08:002008-12-11T04:26:39.629-08:00

Awww Gimme a Break!!Here's a look at my take on KaNO's Money Grip.Also the uber limited 10"x 11" Gicleé Print.Make sure to check out the Money Grip Show at MPH Friday, January 25th, 2008 (6 to 9 PM) For all the deets, check the link...d^_^b

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-2444554562299480392008-01-20T00:02:00.000-08:002008-01-20T00:11:31.975-08:00

What is art?d^_^b

Dacosta!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10475090657354436644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32963802.post-31807555591315651902008-01-08T01:37:00.000-08:002008-12-11T04:26:39.793-08:00

Happy New Year Chocolatiers,This is the first blog entry of 2008. I hope you all had a great time during the Holidays. I want to Thank all the people that made my first trip to NYC a memorable time. NYC lived up to all the stories.So, now that things are in motion for the new 366 in the Year of the Rat (Earth elemental), there are a few new exciting things in the works, but I’ll bring you those

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ALL THE BEST TO YOU AND YOURS!!!d^_^b

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A DOUBLE CHOCOLATE KISS...What's good Chocolatiers? I have 2 items on the list for this Chocolate shot.First: A look at the Diptych Gicleé print entitled: 'Rising Starrs' I created for the KANIZA release. Each panel measures 5.5" x 8.5" and were printed in an edition of 50. I'll have 20 sets at the launch at ToyQube for 40.00USD per set (Launch Price). The rest will be available at the CHOCOLATE

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A Little Dacosta TV...Make sure to check the CBC.ca/bc site tomorrow morning for the 2010 Mascot reveal.Update: 2010 Mascots revealed www.vancouver2010.comCONGRATS to Meomi Design on a great job. d^_^b

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I love this type of 3D animation. I hope to be producing this quality of work in the future.d^_^b

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New York Bound...Hot off the press is the KANIZA release poster. I was up late last night putting it together. It gives me great pleasure in the strangest places ;) to announce the details of the official Toy Qube event.KANIZA Cluster 01 Release PartyDecember 08, 2007ToyQube & Gallery133-31 39th Ave. #F36Flushing, NY 11354TEL: 718.939.8605Time: 4:00pm - 9:00pmFor a list of artists who will be

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SOOP's ON!!!I'm happy to bring you the news that the CHOCOLATE SOOP studio and CHOCOLATE SOOP shop are up and running.Stop by, check it out and get yourself a little something...www.chocolatesoop.comDacostad^_^b

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When you wish upon a star… Makes no difference who you are…Waddup Chocolatiers!!!I know it’s been a minute since I last sent out a shot to you all, but I’m back with some updates.I finally got the production pictures of my little guy from the KANIZA Cluster 01 mini set put out by Toy Qube. Thanks to Klim @ BIGSHOT TOYWORKS, who supplied the snaps, I can bring you the first close-ups. Entitled ‘

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...AND THE WINNERS ARE...Fred Lo of CANADA and Alice Matthews of AUSTRALIA!!!CONGRATULATIONS!!!to the 2 winners of the DCTO SDCC'07 Toy Qube colourway 'Ghost'A big thanks to everyone that signed up for the giveaway. There are a lot more contests coming in the near future. So stay tuned CHOCOLATIERS. New uber limit custom colourways, new paint designs, collaboratins, prints, and lots more

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1 down, 1 to go...1 of the winners of a signed DCTO 'Ghost" colourway has claimed their prize.The other selected person failed to respond in the allotted time. This leaves 1 spot open.I've selected another name and sent an email with a new 48hour deadline of 18:00PST Friday 10th 2007.So check your mail to see if you're a winner.Tic-toc-tic-toc....d^_^b

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'Ghost' WINNERS selected.An e-mail has been sent to each of the 2 winners of the DCTO SDCC TOYQUBE Colourway 'Ghost'Check your mail to see if you are one of the lucky winners.The selected winners will have 48 hours to respond and collect their prize.If they either choose to decline (which would be just silly) or don't respond within the time given, altenate name(s) will be drawn.Thanks to

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Quick Shot!DCTO: Jibun Project Toy fo the Week!!!!Just wanted to send out a quick shot to let you guys know the DCTO select as the toy of the week on Vinyl Pulse. Big thanks to Jack and Francine for the nod.Nice...d^_^b'Ghost' Winners in a minute...

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The dust has settled...It's 1 week since SDCC ended and well I have to tell you that recovery has been slow. 4 days of straight talking over the madd crowd took it toll on my voice. But dispite that, SDCC’07 was amazing. I had a great time meeting all of you who were able to make it out. Did a lot of signing. I wish I had a lot of picture to show but my camera broke just after I got on the flight

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DCTO Release and SDCC07…First off. Thanks to all those who made it out to the DCTO Release Event at :VOLTAGE:. The rain kept some away but it was a great turn out. Thanks to Christian and Erika along with Jennifer for hosting the event. Lots of prizes were given away and new friends made. Straight up, good times. Can't wait for the next one...So with only a day before the SDCC, the madd rush is

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2 Days to the Vancouver DCTO Release Event…Wow! Time is just flying as the BIG day approaches. So many little details to think about, arranging all the elements so that they all come together a same point and time in space.Here is the first shot of the ‘Ghost’ getting its glow on.I just thought I’d give out some info for those coming out Friday. Everyone in attendance can enter the draw for 3

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T-minus 19Days, 16Hours, 1Minutes...Ok Chocolatiers, SDCC07 Raffle and the first official DCTO Giveaway details.Plus the DCTO:Jibun Project Release Event.First off here is a look at the SDCC exclusive DCTO (Sporting the vanilla box) done for Toy Qube entitled ‘Ghost’. For those able to attend SDCC07, We’ll be holding a raffles for a couple of signed DCTO.For those who can’t get down to pick one

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T-minus 33days, 14hours, 52minutes...Sorry for the long moment of silence Chocolatiers. I've learned that hold ups and delays are par for the course. But I’m happy to tell you that DCTO is in full oceanic motion headed for our shores and will be here shortly. --assuming the ship doesn't sink--The Official launch is slated for SDCC07, and yes Lou, I will be there with bells on. You can find me at

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FYI: MAY 14th, 2007 marked the day I officially became Canadian!!!YEAAAAAHHHHH!!!...Just thought I'd put that out there for those of you who might care.d^_^b

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And so it begins...Well I have to say that since the launch of the DCTO site the response has been overwhelming. There have been a lot of e-mails coming from all over the world asking about the project and I just wanted to say thank you for all the great feedback. I'll be updating the store list this weekend.So now that the dream is in motion I should probably start planning the launch event ;)

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Yummmmmmmmmmmmmmm,Hippity hop yo! The madd Easter bunny has dropped in and left a ton of tasty chocolate treasures. Here’s a new 1280 wallpaper design made from a print graphic entitle ‘Choco-Rabbot’. I’ll be showing this and many other pieces at a CHOCOLATE SOOP show I’m working on. d^_^b

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DCTO is LIVE!!!Well “they” say better late then never…This is the Shot where I tell you that after much toil the DCTO: Jibun Project site is LIVE!I've managed to load it with a few goodies and I'm hard at work whipping up a new batch of delicious wallpaper and prints and photos ‘o’ plenty. So please be patient and there will soon be more Zen treats for all. And as always, comments and feedback

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DCTO in action...Hey Chocolatiers. I throught I should drop this clip of the "Nanakorobi Yaoki" action. It's like Kung-Fu grip! but without the Kung-Fu ...and no grip on account of DCTO ain't got no arms...but you get what I mean.Word! d^_^b

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Final packaging…As promised the final packaging design for the DCTO:Jibun Project.I really wanted do a different colour box for each of the colour ways.Let me know what you think. Comments and feedback are always welcome.19cm x 19cm x 20.5cmd^_^b

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What's in a Name?I know I promised the final packaging design in the next post and I will be posting that very soon, but because I’ve received e-mails asking about the project, I wanted to fire off a quick shot that briefly explains the story behind DCTO.DCTO (‘dik-toe’) Stands for (Dreams Come True Object)Jibun Project means (My Project)DCTO is my modern interpretation of an ancient Japanese Zen

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First shots off the production line are in…We are now in full production and as promised the first official image of the first 3 production shots off the line is loaded. Wow! I wasn't sure what to say when I opened the box. I thought holding the prototypes was amazing but the feel of the full on weighted (650g) 7" tall vinyl pieces has once again left me without words…So without further ado, from

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Happy Zen Valentine's Day禅バレンタインLove is in the air and the sweet smell of chocolate is oh so enticing…I just wanted to extend a CHOCOLATE SOOP greeting on this day of love to encourage all of you to imbibe in the moments when they happen.…Not to spoil the mood with shop talk… but T1s are done. Final paint samples are on the way. So the first finished production images will be ready shortly for

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HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!明けましておめでとうございます!!!Well a new year is upon us and there are great things ahead for all.On behalf of my wife and myself, I would like to wish you all the best in health, wealth and happiness for 2007Here's a look at one of the CHOCOLATE SOOP prints I’ll be showing at the launch. It was inspired the Andy Warhol’s tomato soup can.d^_^b

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MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYSメリークリスマス アンド ハッピーホリデーd^_^b

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Whoever said keeping a blog was easy, obviously never kept one.I wish I were a clever writer with the ability to dazzle you all with witty banter and little an-ecdotal stories, which one could add to one’s coffers of life knowledge. But since that’s not going to happen, here is a look at 2 prints I did for the DCTO launch planned for early next year.Also, I’m designing some wallpapers based on

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Yes, yes I know. Where are the updates? I’ve been very busy with client work and other projects. I apologize for being so slack. As promised some images from the first photo session for DCTO (‘dik-toe’)Madd thanks to the peeps at INFORM Interior design for let us their shop. We also made a visit to Nitobe Memorial Japanese garden at UBC (University of British Columbia). Next update: Print designs

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Youkoso! Welcome!Wow! It’s been a crazy journey up to this point but I can honestly say it’s been worth it. We are just putting the finishing touches on the DCTO site and getting ready for pre-sales. We decided that the CHOCOLATE SOOP site would have to go up after we got the DCTO going since it is the first figure out of the gate.I finally received the prototype a couple of weeks ago and let me

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