A Resource For Toy Photographers
Covid and Creativity; a roundtable discussion
I was thinking the other day about how the Covid pandemic has changed my creativity. Soon I wondered "am I the only one?" There is success a definite marker between pre and post pandemic that [...]
How to Face the Unknown Together – Six Images
In late March, the Toy Photographers MeWe community decided to get together in groups to work on a collaborative project. Our team, consisting of Ellen McGinnis Brantly, Todd Rosenberg, and Matthew Wyjad, tackled the theme [...]
Building a MOC – a newbie perspective
Almost every AFOL (Adult Fan of Lego) sooner or later comes across the term MOC (My Own Creation). In short, it means almost every manifestation of original invention when building with LEGO bricks. MOC is [...]
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 Niece Collab: A Six-Image Narrative
This six-image narrative, featuring Owen and Claire's pursuit of the Golden Dino, was directed by the author's collaborator—hisfive-year-old niece.
LEGO CMF Series 20 Review & Feel Tips
Alan Rappaport digs into the exciting cast from LEGO's Collectible Minifigures Series 20, including feel tips, for the 10th anniversary CMF blind bags.
Podcast 85 – Photographing Spring
Spring is in the air, so you know what that means… It’s time for another of our season-themed podcast episodes! […]
COVID-19 PSA
This Covid-19 Six Image Narrative is brought to you by Janan Lee. Three creative do's and don'ts as we all combat this worldwide pandemic together.
The Lighthouse of Darkness – a LEGO Hidden Side Set Review
Tomek takes a journey into the moody world of LEGO Lighthouse of Darkness Hidden Set, and this deep dive had a few surprises!
Lead the Way: A Dreamlike Toy Photo Adventure
Toy photographer Jake Silber takes us to a dreamlike world where danger lurks along the journey. Will the traveler turn back or find a place of wonder?
Making My Own Character: The Plague Doctor
Have an idea for a shot but can't find an action figure to create it? Try taking an existing figure and adding your own accessories, like my plague doctor.
How I Became a Lensbaby Trailblazer
Recently I was selected from a pool of over 200 applicants to be one of 14 Lensbaby Trailblazers. I couldn’t be more honored and terrified. What does this mean? I have no idea! But for [...]