Project for Mamee Double-Decker

Here's my latest project for Mamee Double-Decker =) ... Mamee is one of those childhood snacks that I loved, so it was really cool to be able to do this ^^ ... It's Mamee Monster and there are 3 different facial expressions to choose from =D

If you need a custom corporate gift, we can mass produce it for you =) ... More info here.

Interview with Vulcan Post

My interview with Vulcan Post is out =D ... Read it here ... Big thanks to Tee May for the wonderful writeup.

My TEDx Video

Guess what? The video of my talk at TEDxSunwayUniversity is finally up! =D ... Check it out!

Chris Speaks at TEDx Sunway University

It was really fun being part of TEDx Sunway University =D ... I spoke about nanoblock for art & design. Hopefully, I didn't put anyone to sleep ... Hahahahaa ^^ ... Big thanks to the team in TEDxSunwayUniversity for having me and doing a excellent job of organising the event =) 

That's another life goal checked! =D

Watch the full video over here.

Group photo of all speakers and organising team

Thanks to my friends Michael and Melvin for the photos! =D

AniManGaki 2016

AniManGaki 2016 has been a lot of fun! =D ... This year, I didn't just exhibit there, I also designed and manufactured their mascot as limited edition nano brick sets. On top of that, I also did a signing of my prints for fans =D ... Take a look at this video!

Here's the limited edition Kei-Chan nano brick set =)

Chris's Exhibition in AniManGaki 2016

Animangaki 2016 is almost upon us and Chris will be there again this year! 

AniManGaki 2016 runs from August 27-28 in Sunway Pyramid Convention Center. You can expect to see over 110 of his nanoblock creations there! 

This year, a special limited edition Kei-Chan gakiblock designed by Chris would be sold at the event! You can get it signed by Chris at his booth =D

On top of that, Chris will also be giving away 1000 pieces of 4R prints of his creations!

See you there! =) ... More detail of the event over here.

My Interview with New Straits Times is Out!

My interview with New Straits Times just appeared in a 2 page spread today =D ... Go grab a copy now ^^ ... Hahahaahaa =) ...  Thanks to Sulyn & NST for doing this interview ^^

Collaboration With Sasa Malaysia

Here is my collaboration with Sasa Malaysia! =D ... It is available now in all Sasa stores nationwide.

3 Page Spread in The Sunday Mail

​My interview with The Malay Mail just appeared in a 3 page spread today =D ... Go grab a copy or read it here online. Thanks to Kenny & The Malay Mail for doing this interview =D

The Malaysian Insider Interviews Chris

Thanks to The Malaysian Insider for doing this interview and Pik Kuan for the nice write up =D ... Much appreciated!

Says.com Talks About Chris

Thanks to Says.com for the wonderful writeup =D ... The article has already gotten close to a thousand likes ^^ ... Check it out here.

PRESS RELEASE - Launch of My Japanese Food Series nanoblock

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Malaysian Nano Brick Artist Makes It Big
Feb 15, 2016

Internationally renowned award-winning Malaysian nano brick artist Christopher Tan releases his own designs as official nanoblock sets in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. In this first ever collaboration between an independent artist outside Japan with Kawada, the makers of nanoblock, Chris brings us a series of four nanoblock Japanese Food items - Sushi, Bento, Ramen and Temaki.

Only 3,024 of each item is being released, making them highly sought after limited release collectibles for nanoblock fans worldwide. They are available now in Malaysia at Kinokuniya, Aeon, Toys R Us, Hamleys, Popular, Isetan and other stockists, and retail at RM39.90 each.

Chris has been a full-time nano brick artist for over two years now, having started building with nanoblock over five years ago as a hobby. “It is like a dream come true to be able to finally have my own creations released commercially as official nanoblock sets" says Christopher, obviously overjoyed.

Over the years, Chris has grown a huge fan base of over 51,000 fans worldwide on Facebook (facebook.com/christan) and many more on other popular social media channels.

He has been involved in various international collaborations, most recently with Hong Kong film director Pang Ho-Cheung to create a limited edition Christmas gift. Last year, Chris had a successful art exhibition in Liang Court mall in Singapore and two art exhibitions in Malaysia in conjunction with AniManGaki 2015 and C2AGE 2015. In 2014, he had an exhibition in East Point City in Hong Kong during the World Cup season where he was involved with the design and construction of the largest nanoblock creation in the world, using over 250,000 bricks.

You can find out more at http://www.christan.design

About nanoblock

nanoblock is an extremely micro-sized building block by Kawada, Japan. The smallest part is a mere 4x4x5mm in size. More information at: http://www.diablock.co.jp/nanoblock

Contact:

Christopher Tan
Email: chris@christan.design

Download profile, soft copy & photos from: https://goo.gl/OJ0ZqG

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My nanoblock Japanese Food Series is here!

It's here! =D ... I finally have my own official nanoblock release in my hands ^^ ... Hahaha ... Yes, going a bit crazy here, pouring it out to snap some selfies ... LOL =P ... If you want them, you can still order them here, I will even autograph it, if you wish =D

Stuff Magazine Interview

Check out my interview with Stuff magazine here. Thanks Elissa for doing the interview =)

My App Is Out Now!

There were some delays, but my app is finally out on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store! =D ... The app contains my profile, portfolio of my work, my latest blog posts, build instructions, videos and more. It works on smartphones and tablets too! Try it out now!

Exclusive McDonald’s Malaysia nanoblock Promo!

Hey guys, I have some really awesome news for you! You heard it here first okay?! McDonald’s Malaysia will be partnering with nanoblock to bring all your favourite McDonald’s icons to life, in block form! How cool is that?

Many of you may have already seen this in a recent promo by McDonald’s Hong Kong and I know many of you were wishing so hard that we get it here. Well, your wish came true! =D ... Thank you McD Malaysia! Hahahaa!

There will be 7 designs available for you to collect. I should point out that these are all exclusive limited edition items. Here are photos for you to drool over =P



In the special display case

The promotion starts on Oct 15, 2015 and is available while stocks last, so you know what to do right? Do go early if you don’t want to miss out on the chance to grab these items.

Details of the promotion

New designs will be released each week!

• Week 1: Starts 15 October - Big Mac & Fries
• Week 2: Starts 22 October - McFlurry & Pie
• Week 3: Starts 29 October - McCafe & Cold Cup
• Week 4: Starts 5 November - McDonald’s Restaurant

With a purchase of any McDonald’s food or drink, you can purchase the above items at McDonald’s restaurants nationwide at RM6 for all designs except for the special design McDonald’s Restaurant which costs RM8.

Do note that while these are official nanoblock items, they come prebuilt and glued together for child safety reasons. So no, you can’t disassemble it, but who cares? They’re so cool, you wouldn’t want to take it apart anyway!

Quick Tour of My Exhibition at AniManGaki 2015

Here's a quick video tour of my nanoblock art exhibition last weekend at AniManGaki 2015 that was held in Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre. Big thanks to the organisers for a fantastic event! =)

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri

To all my Muslim fans, have a safe journey balik kampung! =) ... Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri! =D

My Exhibition at C2AGE 2015

Here are some photos and video from my nanoblock art exhibition last weekend at C2AGE 2015 =) ... Thank you so much to everyone who came and support, I really appreciate it ^^

Chris in Latest Issue of Gempak Magazine

Yup, I am in the latest April 15, 2015 issue of Gempak Magazine (Malaysia) =) ... Check it out! Heheeheee ...