Jakuan Melendez

A throwback to 2001: NYC toy designer and 360 Toy Group founder Jakuan Melendez in conversation with Gyzellah (aka Mo) for Freshmilk TV, filmed on the Lower East Side.

About Jakuan: Known for blending art, politics, and street culture, Jakuan Melendez sparked the vinyl toy movement when he launched 360 Toygroup in 1999. His vision of creating high-end art objects set the standard for production in the industry. Each figure he designs goes beyond play — it’s a statement on culture, life, and rebellion. His work redefined the line between art and collectibles, helping inspire today’s thriving designer toy scene.

Check out his work on Artsy and his collab at Objective Collectibles

Jakuan Melendez X 360 Toy Group “Gotham Toy” —Set of Two, Cast Vinyl, 6 × 5 × 3 in | 15.2 × 12.7 × 7.6 cm