What is
CustomCon, you ask? CustomCon is a special semi-annual presentation of new custom toy creations by customizers around the globe. Eight years in the running, it's still going strong. Inspired by the presentations of new product by legitimate manufacturers at Toy Fair and other trade shows, CustomCon is a "fake" convention, whereby customizers present their latest creations and recipes as if unveiling a new line of real toys to retailers. It's always a lot of fun, for both the viewers and the participants.
Sillof takes a crack at redesigning a classic franchise in a steampunk setting.
Star Wars Steampunk is a quasi futuristic fantasy setting with amazing technologies with antiquated design elements, think Jules Verne. The line is 6" in scale and each figure was carefully sketched out and redesigned taking a few key classic elements of the original figures and blending them with classic steampunk elements and design. Sillof has said he feels this is his favorite and best work to date.
In addition, Sillof has teamed up with Glorbes for another twist on the classic
Star Wars characters, this time in a 1942 World War II setting.
Star Wars 1942 includes Han Solo, Chewbacca, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, Biker Scout, Snowtrooper, and Boba Fett with a whole new look to them.
To see more of Sillof's work, check out
Sillof's Workshop.
For more on CustomCon, head on over to
Raving Toy Maniac.
