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BricksLA LEGO Fan Convention Opening in Southern California in May

March 10, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

There will finally be a LEGO fan convention in Southern California this year with an event called BricksLA which was advertised a little this past weekend at Star Wars Days. BricksLA is a LEGO convention that features MOCs, vendors, and activities, pretty much what you see at other LEGO conventions across the US. The unique thing about it is that there’s finally an event that’s closer to home and another one on the west cost in addition to Bricks by the Bay and Brickcon but without the long drive/flight up.

There isn’t much information at this time but what we do know is that it will be held at the Pasadena Convention Center on May 16 & 17. Admission costs are $5 and kids under 12 get in free. There’s will be more info once we get closer to May including AFOL registration.

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LEGO Idea House Tour by Michael Bradford

March 5, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

A few days ago, we wrote about fellow reader Michael Bradford’s trip to Billund, Denmark and the LEGO Factory Tour. During the same trip, Michael also visited the LEGO Idea House which is pretty much a historical exhibition of The LEGO Group. The building is mostly for employees and business relations however, Michael was allowed to visit and has shot a video of the LEGO Idea House and giving us a sneak peek into something that the public rarely has a chance to see. Check out the video as it takes you on the tour of the museum as if you were there in person.

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BrickMagic 2015 LEGO Festival Press Release

March 5, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Joe Meno from BrickJournal has sent us some more details for BrickMagic 2015 which will be happening in Charlotte, North Carolina from May 7-10. One of the new things that has been announced is the cool 90-piece LEGO Speed Racer Mach 5 MOC designed by Joe that AFOLs will be getting in their goodie bags. Check out the full press release for BrickMagic 2015 LEGO Festival below.

The 4th Annual BrickMagic LEGO Festival is picking up steam, and we want you to know just some of the great swag and programming that’ll be waiting for you in Charlotte NC over Mother’s Day weekend, May 7-10.

Here’s the latest additions to the Goodie Bag that every AFOL will receive with their registration for BrickMagic 2015:

Combat Weapons Pack, Assorted Food Pack (minifig-scale food & drink), and a custom-printed Minifig and large BrickJournal printed cover tile (courtesy of Eclipse Grafx)

Special attendee printed premiums (courtesy of Citizen Brick)

The limited edition BrickMagic 2015 event kit: Speed Racer’s Mach 5 in miniscale! (90 parts, designed by Joe Meno)

At least two current sets from an assortment that we’re ordering from LEGO, just for AFOLs!

We’ll also have these new programming opportunities for AFOLs:

BrickMagic Hands-On Museum: BrickJournal’s Geoff Gray will be bringing a treasure trove of antique LEGO sets, books, and other rarely-seen items from the LEGO Group to display. His collection starts in the late ‘60s and includes many rare sets and items, including 4.5 volt trains, Samsonite sets, and rare books signed by Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen, the

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LEGO Factory Tour 2015 by Michael Bradford

March 3, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

During last week’s LEGO press conference for the 2014 Annual Results, fellow reader Michael Bradford, who has provided the Collectible Minifigures Compendiums, was lucky enough to attend the event. At the same time, he also took a tour of the LEGO factory in Billund, Denmark and has given an exclusive look on how our favorite bricks were made. Usually filming on the factory floor isn’t allowed but Michael had access to and has given us a look on how LEGO creates the bricks. You can also read more about Michael’s trip in his post.

As someone who has worked in a plastics factory before, it does give a nostalgic feeling of seeing all the molds and raw ABS materials. If you haven’t seen the National Geographic’s Mega Factories about LEGO, you can check that out too.

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Warner Bros. Announces The Art of the Brick: DC Comics Exhibition Tour

February 26, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

A few days ago, Warner Bros. announced that they have partnered with LEGO artist Nathan Sawaya to create an exhibition of LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes characters. This travelling exhibition tour will be called The Art of the Brick: DC Comics and it will showcase his interpretations of many DC Comics characters including Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, the Flash, Wonder Woman, the Joker, the Penguin, Harley Quinn, and more. There will also be vehicles and environments on display as well. Warners Bros. Consumer Products will work with DC Entertainment along with Nathan to create the show. The Art of the Brick: DC Comics will be launching the worldwide tour this fall. Nathan notes,

“This is an amazing opportunity as an artist to be granted the privilege to bring the pages of DC Comics to life and to interpret some of the most famous and iconic characters in history. I look forward to bringing these characters to life in new ways that uniquely fir the medium.”

President of Warner Bros. Consumer Products Brad Globe states,

“Nathan Sawaya is truly a master in his craft which we have experienced first hand through previous collaborations. Much like the characters of the DC Comics universe, The Art of the Brick has broad appeal. We are thrilled to be partnering with Nathan to tour this truly unique interpretation around the world for fans of all ages to experience.”

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MAD Magazine #532 – A MAD Look at LEGO

February 26, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

I was recently notified that the new issue of MAD Magazine #532 was available now on newsstands and inside the issue takes “A MAD Look at LEGO.” Famous writer and artist Sergio Aragonés, who I’ve been a fan of for a long time, and colorist Tum Luth portrays various satrical scenarios that has happened with LEGO bricks. If you look closely at one of the panels, you can see that LEGO Artist Nathan Sawaya’s work has been immortalized in MAD Magazine with his “Yellow” statue being the center of focus. Click on each picture to see a larger version of it.

You can pick up this copy of MAD anywhere magazines are sold or you can subscribe online.

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The LEGO Group 2014 Annual Report Results

February 25, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Early this morning, The LEGO Group has just finished up their press conference for the annual results for 2014. The press conference started off with CEO Jørgen Vig Knudstorp talking about the importance of play. He challenged the press to create a duck with six LEGO bricks which is an illustration of creativity and playful learning. There are 23 different skills when you are playing which you can see below.

The LEGO Group enjoyed their 10th consecutive year of growth. They continued with the globalising of The LEGO Group in 2014 by opening two main offices in Shanghai and London. In addition to the growth, the company has also invested DKK 3,115 million in property, plants, and equipment while global investments has increased more than 17%. LEGO has estimated to have reached 85 million children with LEGO products commercially in more than 140 countries. LEGO has also reached 400,000 children through the LEGO Foundation activities. Finally through LEGO Education, the company has engaged with 10 million children.

There were 0 product recalls for the fifth year. They have introduced a more sustainable LEGO packaging with reduces the CO2 emissions and transportation costs. LEGO has engaged in partnerships with the World Wildlife Fund and UNICEF.

Next up, CFO John Goodwin talked about the financial results for 2014. The company enjoyed a 15% global growth which is highly satisfactory. The top five product themes of 2014 include LEGO City, LEGO Star Wars, LEGO Friends, LEGO Creator, and LEGO DUPLO. TLG launched more than 300 new products in 2014 … Continue