A Resource For Toy Photographers
Neel’s Tall Tales
As a toy photographer, I tend to use verbs like collect, pose, display, or obtain to reflect my involvement in the hobby. When I first saw the Black Series figure of Neel (from Skeleton Crew), I realized that I rarely [...]
Help me plan a 2027 toy photography meet-up
I will get straight to the point - I want to create a two day, in-person, toy photography workshop and I need your help. A lot has changed in the world and in our community [...]
Reflections on my creative journey
I consider myself truly lucky to have grown up in a generation of legendary music, nostalgic fun toys, and the early dawn of technology. My childhood was essentially a front-row seat to creativity. I was [...]
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.
Toy Photo Feature Friday
Custom creators Andrei & Claudia
My name is Andrei, one half of a creative duo with my partner, Claudia. Since I was a child, I have been fascinated by folk stories- myths and legends passed down through generations. Japanese folklore has [...]
We are excited to start showcasing more of the talented artists in the Toy Photographers community with our new Friday features!
More Toy Photography Adventures
Found and Lost
Alone in the trenches A friend in the cold. Comfort Sudden loss. Numb. Grief. To see additional images by Zee Fowler check out his Instagram account: @demarcation_media
Photographing toys in water – A response
Shelly recently posted about the basics of photographing toys in water. And with a bit of persuading towards myself on her part, I got thinking about my own experiences of getting wet whilst taking toy [...]
The Adventures Of Tiny Toy Jimothy
Jimothy lives fairly close to me in Seattle, so I got a tiny version of him to create some photo adventures with. In Case You Don't Know Who Jimothy Is (How?!)… Who is Jimothy? Jimothy [...]
AI and Creativity
AI and creativity is a heated subject. Before I give you my take I want to ask you a question: Why are you here? I’m going to assume it's because you love taking photographs of [...]
The trials and tribulations of Patsy: Volume 2
A few years ago, I started a series of photographs following the adventures of Patsy, a medieval squire who has somehow managed to find himself on a surprising number of unfortunate travels. He always seems [...]
The Mother Goose nursery rhyme challenge
What happens when you give the same prompt to a group of photographers: create an image based on a Mother Goose nursery rhyme? How will different photographers interpret this challenge? Will I be able to [...]
Excellent Toy Adventures with Bill and Ted
Bill and Ted always said "Be excellent to each other" and I sure would like to see more and hear more of that in our present-day world. Each year I celebrate Bill & Ted Day [...]
LEGO The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – The Final Battle Photo Review
Let’s be real the Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle is exactly the type of LEGO set I want since it has lots of photo possibilities. It’s a perfect tribute to one of the greatest [...]