Inside the mind of H. B. Coffin…

Here’s some old work I’ve been meaning to post for a while, along with some stills from my most recent project, “She Had Willix.” Enjoy!

La-Di-Gua-Na – Slipped, textured, glazed, and fired terracotta.

Yumenoko Kodomo – Charcoal pencil on paper.

Death & Decay – Musical composition and performance by Harry’s Bronze Coffin.

She Had Willix – Video stills.

I’m a bit dissatisfied with the final product; there were some minor flaws that went unnoticed on the flesh colored, Sculpey Clay prototype that unfortunately shine through on each and every cast. So, I’ve decided to recast the model with a slight alteration to the original prototype.

Before I go about starting over, I’ve invested in a vacuum/pressure chamber in order to allow successful casting of clear/transparent compounds-that’s what I’ve been working with, with little to no luck of producing what could be considered an acceptable product. It’s not easy getting a bubble-free cast when working with clear plastics. I tried to apply just about every possible solution to the problem. I eventually decided I’d settle for a virtually bubble-free surface at the very least. A select few made it out of the mold, at least 1/3 of the models I produced, with significantly less bubbles than the rest. Though it completely defeated the purpose of the compound I was using, I figured I could still give the models a full paint job with a little extra care. I managed to fill any bubbles on the surface using a combination of Testors Contour Putty and Creative Paperclay. Though tedious, I was willing to go the extra mile so that the material wouldn’t go to waste-I had already purchased a large supplement of the clear stuff, a bad move on my part. A word of advice… always purchase these products in small supplements, do some testing and see what works best for you. In my case, living in central Texas where it’s relatively humid, a slow setting clear/transparent compound probably wasn’t my best bet without the aid of a pressure chamber.

Once all the equipment arrives, hopefully I’ll be able to put the remaining supply to good use. I’m excited and nervous at the same time. This whole process has been a stressful learning experience with bouts of relief in between. I look forward to the future and hope for a successful turnout.

The first official release will still consist of a limited edition of 5pcs, along with three one-off models similar to those viewed previously.

A big thanks goes out to Camille Young for sharing her ideas and experiences with me-I probably wouldn’t have gotten this far without her help. I’d also like to thank Jon Knox of Hello, Brute, and Sean of MONSTREHERO for additional help and advice regarding the toy production process.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Finally, the first figure from Series.01 has taken shape!

Hand cast in resin, these little guys measure about 3″ in height. These will be for sale on my webstore in the near future (check back for updates!). Issue.01 will be a limited run of 5pcs; there will also be three one-off models available for purchase.

Issue.01 – Unoriginal Flavor
$35.00 ea. + free shipping anywhere in the United States.*

One-off – Custom Flavor
$45.00 ea. + free shipping anywhere in the United States.

*-Limit one per customer.

I will accept international orders-an invoice will be sent out with additional charges following your purchase (rates may vary).

Here’s my latest compilation of Kyju related work. Enjoy!

Bulbous – Drypoint on copper plate.

The Subjects – ImagOn transfer.

Dybbuk – Linocut & collagraph.

Dybbuk – Oil on canvas.

Here’s my current compilation of Kyju related work. Enjoy!

Kyju – Series.01

Kyju – Series.02

Dreaming of Kyju – Visions from a dreamstate.

Negatives – Pictures of the paranormal.

The Subjects – Puppets in custody.

Promotional – Kyju media.

Prototyping – Kyju in the works.

SIXbySIX – Online art show.

Kyju – Beastiary

Aractus – pronounced ah-rack-tus – Thought to be a plant of the genus Euphorbia, this creature is a master of disguise. Residing primarily in the Egyptian Sahara, the Aractus is a ferocious beast which feeds on herbivores looking for a bite. The moment an animal tastes the lifeblood of the Aractus will be the last of which they shall remember of their conscious life. The remaining moments of their life will be spent in a brief state of phantasmagoria, up until the point where the Aractus will feed on the animal whole. The toxicity of their blood, and the ruthless reaction which follows the consumption of it, is merely a mechanism of defense against the hungry. So what about the passersby? It has been reported that these creatures have attacked unsuspecting humans. It is said that we are a delicacy to them. The Aractus is very agile. A secondary toxin resides in their thorny outgrowths. They use this paralyzing agent to their benefit when tracking down their bipedal prey. Once under their grip, it’s curtains for you.

Bulbous – pronounced bulb-us – A robotic sea creature running on hydropower. It is unclear who built these creatures and for what purpose, but don’t be fooled by their cute outer appearance. The light fixture attached to their head is evidence of deep sea living, and is seldom used in shallow depths to avoid giving up knowledge of their location to their prey. It’s been said that the trap-jaw of a Bulbous has the strength of ten shark bites, and the ratio of limb detachment as a result of a single Bulbous bite is 9:10. Some believe the creatures to be some sort of government secret. Governments worldwide claim the creature to be nothing more than your average cryptid, claiming any sighting of such an animal or any incident involving what people believe to be a Bulbous is nothing more than your average shark attack, but those who have come in contact with a Bulbous and have lived to tell about it know the truth. These are vicious androids from the world below, and nothing will stop them from hiding the truth behind their creators. The mystery is not only who created these robots, but why, and what they were built to protect. The mystery of advanced life below? The secret of Atlantis? No one knows the real truth behind this cryptozoological monster, and only time will tell, if time allows it.

Dybbuk – pronounced dih-buck – These wandering souls are damned. Full of hate and no remorse for the sin of their physical incarnations, the Dybbukim shift between our dimension and that of the metaphysical. The gates of hell and purgatory are no match for a Dybbuk’s evasive measures. Unexplained noises are merely a gag to this sort of geist. Some merely tickle the will of man, but the bulk of their kind focus on the possession of it. One who is Dybbuk compatible is one who shares the hate of a Dybbuk, or a Dybbuk’s lust. These subjects, if suffering from severe depression or psychosis, are your primary candidates. Famous subjects throughout history include Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin. Some believe these spirits are nothing more than Jewish folklore, but those who have been granted, or perhaps cursed with the ability to see through these people, know the truth behind their existence. The best way to shun a Dybbuk is through exorcism. One may seek to cleanse not only the subject of possession, but the Dybbuk itself. It is said that one suffering from schizophrenia may too be the subject of a Dybbuk; an Ibbur is the contradictory element in this situation. While a Dybbuk is negative, an Ibbur is positive (see “Ibbur”).

La-Di-Gua-Na – pronounced lah-dee-gwa-nah – Native to the dryland regions of the world, the La-Di-Gua-Na is a connoisseur of bedrock living. Their ostentatious pressence reflects their personality. It is a miracle that they have yet to cease existence. These creatures will find a mate upon reaching adolescence. Once they have answered natures call to sow their seed, they will go about the social norm of their species, to flaunt their end of the bedrock. Yes, pride is found within being the best by finding the best place to sunbathe, finding the best place to hold their horn high, and finding the best place to be… the best. Once a La-Di-Gua-Na has found this sacred niche, here is where they shall stay for the remainder of their life, however long that may be. They are so proud of their post, they don’t want others to think they’ve grown tired of lying in the same spot. This would give others the impression that their end of the bedrock must not be as comfortable, thus revealing their ability to be the finest connoisseur, or lack thereof.

Loki – pronounced low-key – The bipedal creatures known as the Loki are mischievous beings from below. Theory has it that they may be associated with the android fish known as the Bulbous, as some have been seen within the vicinity of documented Bulbous sightings. Some people claim to have even seen them leave their aquatic sanctuary to roam our soil. Those who have come in close contact with these creatures claim to sense a sort of hostility, but there have been no reported attacks. This brings us to the conclusion that these creatures either mean us no harm, or those who have been attacked by a Loki, if any, haven’t lived to tell about it. Those who have reported a sighting also claim to have “missing valuables,” perhaps stolen by the Loki for evidence of the life above. As for the relation between the Loki and the Bulbous, it is assumed there is some sort of alliance between the two. Could the Loki have created the Bulbous, or are the Loki running under their creator? Perhaps they’re nothing more than an underwater outcast, but they wouldn’t roam around the whereabouts of a Bulbous if they knew they meant harm. Something is up between this dynamic duo, and we must get to the bottom of it.