September 30, 2009

Nike SB Stefan Janoski x Michael Lau “Friends & Family” 10th Gardener Sneakers

Aside from the version releasing this Saturday, Nike SB worked up a special friends and family version of the Michael Lau 10th Gardener Stefan Janoski sneakers. The kicks are a bit more subtle than the pair being released, featuring a canvas upper with a more distorted print. Stay tuned for ... more

September 26, 2009

Michael Lau Gardener 107 Sandy / 107.5 George

Among Michael Lau's latest Gardener renditions are 107 Sandy and 107.5 George. The figures incorporate some of Nike SB's recent aesthetics as the inspiration. Look for the two new characters to release as part of the upcoming Gardner events taking place in Los Angeles at De La Barracuda. Source: MINDstyle more

September 24, 2009

Slamxhype & De La Barracuda x Michael Lau Gardener Exclusives

Joining their previously seen wooden counterparts are the following two exclusives created in conjuction with Slamxhype and De La Barracuda. Both feature the same overall profile with a darker tone to the colors. The Slamxhype version limited to 100 pieces drops on Wednesday night both in-store and online while the ... more

September 21, 2009

Gardener 10th Anniversary: Interview with Michael Lau

For anybody familiar with the designer toy vinyl scene, Hong Kong's Michael Lau evokes numerous thoughts of contribution and innovation. Largely considered one of the forefather's of the designer toy movement, his work has extended far and beyond the realm of toys into both art and sneakers. 2009 marks the ... more

September 20, 2009

Gardener Tenth Book By Michael Lau

The Gardener Tenth anniversary roll-out continues as we preview the Gardener Tenth Book. The large-scale publication is filled with imagery including gallery showcases and early looks into Michale Lau's career. The 248-page book will retail for $49.95 USD. For more information on the impending Gardener Tenth Exhibitions in Los Angeles, ... more

September 17, 2009

Michael Lau 10th Gardener Nike SB Stefan Janoski

While toys have arguably been the focal point of the Michael Lau Gardener 10th Exhibition, Michael Lau has more up his sleeve as we unveil his collaboration Nike on one of Nike SB's newest models, the Zoom Janoski. Exactly in-line with Lau's theme for this collection of toys, the upper ... more

September 17, 2009

Gardener Tenth by Michael Lau VIP Invitations

Invitations have began to hit select VIP personalities across Los Angeles in anticipation of the Michael Lau Gardener Tenth Exhibition. Various Gardener personalities with special modifications have been gifted as they include wood grain shoes as a tribute to Michael Lau's inaugural US exhibition. The invites are printed directly on ... more

September 15, 2009

Michael Lau’s Gardener Tenth Exhibition

‘Gardener Tenth’ by Michael Lau is an exciting new exhibition which is set to hit De La Barracuda in Los Angeles later this month. Each leg of the exhibition will see a different limited edition figure made available on different days with collaborations including Slamxhype, The Hundreds and De La ... more

September 5, 2009

Gardener 10th Anniversary Toys by Michael Lau

As Hong Kong toy designer Michael Lau celebrates his 10th anniversary of the Gardener franchise, here's a first look at the toys which will be presented at an exhibition on September 30th. Both Michael's illustrations and toys will be exhibited at the event which will take place at De La ... more

September 3, 2009

Gardener 10th Anniversary MINDstyle presents Gardener 10TH by Michael Lau

Presented by Hong Kong's MINDstyle, fellow Chinese toy-maker Michael Lau will celebrate the 10th anniversary of his Gardener franchise with a special exhibition in Los Angeles at De La Barracuda. The event will focus on both illustrations, paintings as well as Lau's signature toy style. Here's a preview of some ... more