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Toys on TapAuthor: Toys on Tap
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Ep. 279 Toys on Tap w/ Sio Pio: The Toy Designer Reinventing Himself
Monday, 8 June, 2026
Tony Coppolillo (SioPio) joins the show to share his incredible creative journey from architecture student to Hollywood movie poster artist, visual effects professional, and independent toy creator.Over the course of his career, Tony has contributed to major film campaigns, worked in visual effects, taught 3D design, and eventually discovered a passion for bringing his own characters and ideas into the physical world through 3D printing and toy design.We talk about:Movie poster productionWorking on blockbuster filmsBurnout in creative industriesLearning 3D printingDesignerCon experiencesBuilding the SioPio brandThe creation of NubsToy manufacturing realitiesCreativity after 50Why community keeps creators goingIf you've ever wondered what it takes to keep reinventing yourself as an artist, this episode is packed with wisdom and perspective.On Instagram: @sio.pioThanks to Our SupportersRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!Subscribe and Follow AlongInstagram:@toysontapLinkedin: Abraham MustoFacebook:@toysontapYoutube:@Toysontap
