DesignerCon 2018 - Weird, But Cool

DesignerCon 2018 - Weird, But Cool

Photos & Words: Justin P.We've become very familiar with the inner walls of the Anaheim Convention Center, for events like SpoCom or TunerEvo. And here we are again walking the same floor, but this time with a whole new perspective. Welcome to DesignerCon!You might be used to our automotive content, but rest assure, we try to branch out to other forms of art whenever possible. Hello Kitty Con or Star Wars Legion Art Show to name a few. (Yea, it's been a while). Car shows and art conventions aren't too different if you think about it. Because when it comes down to it, the heart of each event is all about the people - their passion projects and their creativity. 

Here are some highlights from this year's DesignerCon:

Car Cars Cars!

We can't help it, we're addicted. You know when we see something with wheels we're going to gravitate to it.Old School Toyota Corona at the Lifted Laces x HYPERCHASERS booth Who you gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS! Ectoxo's ECTO-1 complete with matching Ghostbusters Streets closed pizza boy! (oh wait, wrong movie). You've probably seen them at SEMA and other shows. Yes, Leen Customs Pin Garage is here too - this time featuring the Pizza Planet Truck!  

Jurassic 25

Okay, time to address the T-Rex in the room. One of the big nostalgic attractions at DesignerCon is the celebration of the 25th anniversary since the release of the original Jurassic Park movie. Replica Jeeps and creative pieces of work from various artists surrounded this mighty beast.  

Art Works

As I mentioned above, what makes any event is the creativity, uniqueness and passion put into the work at every booth. Vinyl figures, custom pins, canvas, prints and much, much more. It's quite overwhelming with everything you might see and find at DesignerCon.  

Hip Hop Culture

Live and direct! From spinning 1s-and-2s to spray cans, the many art forms that express Hip Hop culture is representing strong at DesignerCon! Also, aloha to the homies, Kavet and Spel, from Lightsleepers who made the trip all the way from Hawaii. (So happy I was finally able to get myself a Mickey x MF Doom Tee!)  

Vinyl is BIG

Last, by not least, vinyl collectibles are a major fixture in events like this and are probably way bigger than you and I may ever understand. They have seen many, many shapes and forms, with Funko POP!, Kidrobot, Toy Tokyo among the heavy hitters in the game. But my personal favorite at DesignerCon is the epic MEDICOM Toy booth featuring a time capsule of Be@rbrick vinyl collectibles. Be@arbrick has done collaborations of all kinds, from streetwear brands to Nike, from superheros to Disney and a whole lot more over the years. Definitely a fun adventure and a nice change from the daily gear grinding of the automotive world. We're always looking for new avenues to explore; let us know what you thought about this lifestyle pieces and other potentials like it! 

See more below from DesignerCon 2018:

2018 Purist Winter Drive - Great Cars, Greater Cause

2018 Purist Winter Drive - Great Cars, Greater Cause

Ashley's DREAM - Hawaii 001

Ashley's DREAM - Hawaii 001