Title
I Am Plastic: The Designer Toy Explosion
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
In barely a decade, the designer toy craze, which originated in Hong Kong, has taken the world by storm. Children and adults, celebrities and design aficionados now line up to pay anywhere from five dollars to thousands of dollars for these highly inventive designer creations.I Am Plastic provides a colorful visual history of the phenomenon, which has energized not only the toy world but the global art community as well. Fashion designers, comic book artists, underground illustrators, graffiti and fine artists now lend their creativity to the task of coming up with innovative and striking new toy designs. Artists and toys featured in this stunning overview include Frank Kozik, Dalek, Gary Baseman, Bounty Hunter, Junko Mizuno, Jason Siu, Devilrobots, and Pete Fowler.
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We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'I Am Plastic: The Designer Toy Explosion'? A: 'I Am Plastic' explores the rise of the designer toy phenomenon, detailing its origins in Hong Kong and its impact on both the toy industry and the global art community.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Paul Budnitz, known for his insights into design and art.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'I Am Plastic' contains 368 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of designer toys.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is published in hardcover, which enhances its durability and makes it suitable for display.
- Q: Is 'I Am Plastic' a new or used book? A: This listing is for a used book in good condition, indicating that it has been previously owned but remains in satisfactory shape.
- Q: When was 'I Am Plastic: The Designer Toy Explosion' published? A: The book was published on November 1, 2006.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'I Am Plastic' is available in its first edition, which is significant for collectors.
- Q: What are some notable artists featured in the book? A: The book highlights various artists such as Frank Kozik, Gary Baseman, and Junko Mizuno, showcasing their contributions to designer toys.
- Q: What condition is considered 'Good' for used books? A: A 'Good' condition rating typically means the book shows signs of wear but is still fully functional and intact.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'I Am Plastic' is categorized under Industrial & Product Design, appealing to those interested in design culture and toy innovation.