Organised by Hong Kong Design Centre, the two-week summer's Discover Design was held from 18 July to 1 August 2009. Targeting students at senior secondary schools, the programme comprised intense studio work, seminars, workshops, mini projects, meet-the-designers sessions and visits. Deeply immersed in a culture that is both demanding and rewarding, students experience what education and work are like in the design and creative professions.
The two-week programme including all public events attracted over 2,000 participants. I am express my Honor to support to Discover Design 2009.
We have captured the happy moments of this two-week programme and a video clip is now available at here
Thanks again and look forward to continued support to Discover Design 2010!
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DEADY by Voltaire (musician, toy designer and creator of the DEADY graphic novel series) x Toy2R Qee = the ADVENTURE QUEST DEADY 8" Qee!
DEADY 8" Qee comes in a full color box wrapped in gorgeous art from the Adventure Quest Worlds game!
PLUS!A DEADY mini-game made by Artix can be played here: http://deadybear.net Each box comes with a code that unlocks these items in game:
1) A digital Deady pet that follows you wherever you go in game! 2) Free downloads of the songs Voltaire sings in the quest! 3) And other "house" items players can use in the game.
Now available from Toy2R , APEX Trading Company distribute in USA.
The Minister of Health, Professor Chen Zhu; the Secretary for Food and Health, Dr York Chow; Hospital Authority (HA) Chairman, Mr Anthony Wu; and HA Chief Executive, Mr Shane Solomon, were joined by over 200 community partners, patient group representatives and staff members of the HA Head Office and the seven hospital clusters today (September 20) to witness the launch of a new era for the "Vision, Mission and Values" (VMV) of the Authority. The Launch Ceremony of HA's New Service Culture was held at the HA Building this morning.Addressing at the ceremony, Mr Wu remarked that the old "VMV" were devised some 18 years ago. "With the progression of society and changing community expectation towards HA, we need to refresh a new service culture and consolidate it in our daily work to meet the needs of patients today." Mr Wu in particular expressed his heartfelt thanks to Professor Chen for pledging his support for HA by officiating at the Launch Ceremony following a Stone Laying Ceremony at Tseung Kwan O Hospital in the same morning.
TOY2R announces the WE AIN'T PLASTIC Qee Exhibit being held in Lincoln, Nebraska USA on October 2nd. 2009 (6-11pm)
Over 40 artist from the Lincoln and Omaha area are submitting customized 8" DIY Qees for this exhibit celebrating the first anniversary of the TOY2R US division. This event will showcase some of the hottest design talent in the Midwest area and will serve as the launch for the 2010 Qee Worldwide Tour which celebrates the 15th Anniversary of TOY2R!
In addition, special guest artists are submitting original Qee customs from across the country, including Jay222's Twin 16" Qee creation, Pablo y Francisco!
TOY2R will be showcasing some of their newest releases and some surprises, not to be missed!
The event will be held at The Public (11th and O St. inside The Black Market). DJ Nost and DJ Trinidad will be battling it out. There will also be lots of free giveaways and special door prizes - so don't miss out.
Artists include:
Pocket Wookie, Jason Buchner, Donovan Beery, Robot Luv, Suzanne Holzworth, Bennett Holzworth, Ryan Holt, Jeremie Memming, Brandon Miller, MISS CAKE, Paul Berkbigler, Nicole Gusafsson, Eric Nyffeler, Jen Lukas-Landis, Ben Swift, Nolan Tredway, Adam White, Nick Wieser, Jack Irons, Tyson Schaffert, Nate Voss, Steve Gordon, Dan Moore, Patrick Bradley, Jeff Bockoven, Peter Worth, DreamTree Toys, NORM4EVA, Oakley Jason, Zeljka Hassler, Pete Lochren, Deb Lee Toth, Mike Rudolf, Zac Burton, Ken Kavanaugh, Sarah Calico, Adam Nielsen, Aaron Peterson, Dave Nelson, Michael Neilsen, Rugger Holmes, and Brook Taylor.
Special Guest Artist Include:
Jan Huling, Jay222, Reactor 88, Josh F+ Pearce, Charley Friedman, Atypical, and Tony DePew
The Event is Sponsored by Local Hero, Dream Tree Toys, and the Blue Orchid Restaurant.
Catch up on all the news including the "tagging of Lincoln" on the WE AIN'T PLASTIC website - our join the fan page on FACEBOOK for updates and special sneak peeks of the customs.
In collaboration with Lionsgate, TOY2R has put together an "inspired by" assortment based on the look, theme and classic moments from Quentin Tarantino's debut 1992 film, Reservoir Dogs.
In celebration of this milestone movie and in honor of Tarantino's current box office hit, Inglourious Basterds, TOY2R is proud to release this Qee Collection. First up are the 2.5" Qees - a 25pc blind box collection. From Mr. Black to Mr. White - the gang is all here!
Also available are Mr. Black, Mr. Brown, and Mr. White in 8" Qee form. Window boxed and ready for display. All of the Qee Reservoir Dog figures are available for delivery now, contact The Apex Trading Company for info on preordering this hot collection from USA! theapex@apex-z.com
2.5¨ Qee Bears in real metal from who else but FULLY VISUAL company . TOY2R is the first Designer cooperation Collaboration with FullyVisual,these drop:
There are three editions shown above (gold, silver, and copper) plus a special bonus chase for customers who purchase the set of all three.
each colorway has a limited run of 50 figures made Silver US$40, Copper US$50, Gold US$60 Buy all three and get a secret bonus chase figure
The bonus chase is pretty sweet - but that's all we can say for now.
Good Luck to get the one you like ASAP!
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