A Resource For Toy Photographers
Feature Friday: Alvaro Iparraguirre @playmobil.strobist
My name is Alvaro Iparraguirre. I am 46 years old, and I have been a photographer for 25 years. Currently, I work in a photography production company, and I have worked in newspapers, magazines, companies, [...]
Creating a “Noir” Style Photo
Before we get into the photo, let’s look at short explanation of what noir is and how it differs from black and white images. Noir is a style of film commonly created in the 1940’s [...]
Feature Friday: Reisha Navya @ Triniphotoygrapher
Hi! I’m Reisha living in Trinidad and Tobago. I work in intensive care and specialize anesthesia. With respect to photography, I’m self (YouTube) taught! I’ve been a toy photographer “officially” for about 4 years. I [...]
Photography Workshops
Do you love toy photography? Do you want to connect and learn from other toy photographers? Then Shelly Corbett invites you to join her for one of her super fun and inspiring workshop. Each workshop is organized around an idea designed to inspire your creativity. Learn and grow through creating and sharing your toy photography in a supportive and encouraging space.


Toy Photography Tips and Tricks
We have a wide variety of educational toy photography posts on the site to help you learn how to capture all kinds of photos. Learn How to Photograph LEGO Cities, Learn to Light Your Toy Photography, How to Use Intentional Camera Movement, Customizing 6-Inch Action Figures and more!

Toy Photography Workshops
Do you love toy photography? Do you want to connect and learn from other toy photographers? Then I invite you to join me for a super fun and inspiring 12-week workshop where we will explore the intersection of play and photography. Learn and grow through creating and sharing your toy photography in a supportive and encouraging space.
More Toy Photography Adventures
The Burlesque Investigations | Part One
Jake Riddick, private investigator in the seamier parts of town, just agreed to look for a very valuable necklace and his client's younger sister, who has gone missing along with the jewels. Well, that's how [...]
Toy Photographers Podcast: Discussing Surrealism
On this episode of the Toy Photographers Podcast, Shelly and Sabrina explore the links between Surrealism and toy photography.
Dragon Ball Z: Piccolo the Proud Namekian SH Figuarts Review
Matt learns why S.H. Figuarts Dragon Ball Z figs make a big difference in his toy photos, compared to older action figures.
Film Noir or Not Film Noir: That Is the Question, Bub
Taking film noir-style toy photographs with the help of Marvel Legends Hugh Jackman. Action figure photography with behind the scenes insight.
Dragon Ball Z Meet-Up Collaboration in Six Toy Pics
At the January virtual meet-up, Stephanie Baer, Don Langley and Cesar Leal worked together to create this Dragon Ball Z fight scene!
Adventures in Creating a Custom 1/6 Scale Action Figure
In search of a 1/6 scale custom action figure, Dave takes a shot in a dark and buys some accessories, and learns some things along the way.
A Normal Day at Hogwarts: LEGO Harry Potter Classes
Step into the Hogwarts curriculum with these LEGO Harry Potter classes, including sets Transfiguration, Potions, Herbology and Charms!
Three Simple Ways to Jumpstart Your Creative Flow
Are you feeling creatively stuck? Are you unsure where to take your work next? Here are three simple ways to jumpstart your creative flow.













