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ComplexCon x Tom Yoo

ComplexCon x Tom Yoo

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​​MakersPlace presents Tom Yoo at ComplexCon, curated by IV Gallery

 

Tom Yoo is the artist best known for creating both the world’s 1st sneaker NFT and the 1st sneaker made from LEGO bricks. Yet he never imagined when he walked away from a career in investment banking/private equity that he’d become a pioneering NFT artist. Over the span of his career, Tom has collaborated with the likes of Nike, Gucci, Adidas, and LEGO, to name a few. He’s proud to represent as an Asian American artist and his mission is to raise up the next generation of younger BIPOC creatives.

 

For Complexcon Tom will also be debuting his most ambitious sculpture to date, the first ever 10 ft tall Lego “Jordan 1”. Tom has also created an immersive experience based off his deeply personal character Chie. The story of Chie, follow an Asian American girl who becomes the first woman to play in the NBA. As part of the experience Tom will recreate Chie’s childhood apartment, featuring exclusive limited-edition merch and the digital release of CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD our first glimpse of Chie as an adult.

“She is part of my legacy that I hope will inspire my daughter to believe that anything is possible.” -Tom Yoo

​​MakersPlace presents Tom Yoo at ComplexCon, curated by IV Gallery

 

Tom Yoo is the artist best known for creating both the world’s 1st sneaker NFT and the 1st sneaker made from LEGO bricks. Yet he never imagined when he walked away from a career in investment banking/private equity that he’d become a pioneering NFT artist. Over the span of his career, Tom has collaborated with the likes of Nike, Gucci, Adidas, and LEGO, to name a few. He’s proud to represent as an Asian American artist and his mission is to raise up the next generation of younger BIPOC creatives.

 

For Complexcon Tom will also be debuting his most ambitious sculpture to date, the first ever 10 ft tall Lego “Jordan 1”. Tom has also created an immersive experience based off his deeply personal character Chie. The story of Chie, follow an Asian American girl who becomes the first woman to play in the NBA. As part of the experience Tom will recreate Chie’s childhood apartment, featuring exclusive limited-edition merch and the digital release of CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD our first glimpse of Chie as an adult.

“She is part of my legacy that I hope will inspire my daughter to believe that anything is possible.” -Tom Yoo

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"Jordan 1" Sneaker Sculptures

Tom Yoo will be presenting his most ambitious project yet: A 16 x 10' "Jordan 1" sculpture made entirely from legos. Yoo will also present six 21 1/4" x 12 5/8" limited edition sculptures.

Three 10 foot and six 21 inch lego sculptures will be available to purchase.

Each physical sculpture will be accompanied by an NFT Certificate of Authenticity.

A Big Shoe to Fill - 10 Foot "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture
A Big Shoe to Fill - 10 Foot "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture

A Big Shoe to Fill - 10 Foot "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture

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A Big Shoe to Fill - 10 Foot "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture

1 of 1
Total Supply:
3
1 of
3
open edition
raffle
mystery box
Reserve Price
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$

65,000

$
65,000
Big Shoe to Fill Certificate of Authenticity
Big Shoe to Fill Certificate of Authenticity

Big Shoe to Fill Certificate of Authenticity

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Big Shoe to Fill Certificate of Authenticity

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3
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Accompanied with sculpture purchase

$
Accompanied with sculpture purchase
Forever ONE - Limited Edition "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture
Forever ONE - Limited Edition "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture

Forever ONE - Limited Edition "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture

1 of 1
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6
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$
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$

5,000

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$
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Forever ONE - Limited Edition "Jordan 1" Lego Sculpture

1 of 1
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6
1 of
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$

5,000

$
5,000
Forever ONE: Certificate of Authenticity
Forever ONE: Certificate of Authenticity

Forever ONE: Certificate of Authenticity

1 of 1
Total Supply:
6
1 of
6
open edition
raffle
mystery box
BID placed
remaining
remaining
purchased
purchased
entries
Accepting Offers
Sold
for
$
Reserve Price
Current Bid
Buy Now
Sale Price

$

Accompanied with sculpture purchase

$

$
Accompanied with sculpture purchase
$

Forever ONE: Certificate of Authenticity

1 of 1
Total Supply:
6
1 of
6
open edition
raffle
mystery box
Reserve Price
Buy Now
Sale Price
Sale Price
Mint Price

$

Accompanied with sculpture purchase

$
Accompanied with sculpture purchase

Chie Immersive Experience and Open Edition NFT

The story of Chie follows an Asian American girl who becomes the first woman to play in the NBA. As part of the immersive experience for ComplexCon, Tom will recreate Chie’s childhood apartment which will feature exclusive limited-edition merch and the digital release of “CHAPTER 4: HELLO WORLD” our first glimpse of Chie as an adult.

Purchase your open edition NFT of CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD here. (Sales are open from 12 PM PT 11/19 - 12 PM PT 11/20, if 300 editions are purchased a 15 minute closing timer will be triggered within the hour.)

CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD
CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD

CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD

1 of 1
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$

350

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$
350
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CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD

1 of 1
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1 of
open edition
raffle
mystery box
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Buy Now
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$

350

$
350

Tom Yoo x MakersPlace at ComplexCon

For ComplexCon 2023, Tom has created an immersive experience based off of Chie's story. As part of the experience Tom will recreate Chie’s childhood apartment, featuring exclusive limited-edition merch and the digital release of CHIE Chapter 4: HELLO WORLD, our first glimpse of Chie as an adult. Tom will also be debuting his most ambitious sculpture to date, the first ever 10 ft tall Lego “Jordan 1”.

Tom Yoo at ComplexCon
Tom Yoo at ComplexCon

Tom Yoo at ComplexCon

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Tom Yoo at ComplexCon

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Chie's Home (ComplexCon)
Chie's Home (ComplexCon)

Chie's Home (ComplexCon)

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Chie's Home (ComplexCon)

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Chie's Home (ComplexCon)
Chie's Home (ComplexCon)

Chie's Home (ComplexCon)

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Chie's Home (ComplexCon)

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Behind the Build: Creating a 10 x 16 foot Lego Jordon 1

Behind the Build
Behind the Build

Behind the Build

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Behind the Build
Behind the Build

Behind the Build

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Behind the Build

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About

Tom Yoo is the artist best known for creating both the world’s 1st sneaker NFT and the 1st sneaker made from LEGO bricks. Yet he never imagined when he walked away from a career in investment banking/private equity that he'd become a pioneering NFT artist. Over the span of his career, Tom has collaborated with the likes of Nike, Gucci, Adidas and LEGO, to name a few. He's proud to represent as an Asian American artist and his mission is to raise up the next generation of younger BIPOC creatives. Tom’s desire is to also help those in need – this is why he has pledged to donate a portion of his earnings to non-profit organizations. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife (Charlet), son (Guy), daughter (Gal) and dog (Geoffrey).