A Resource For Toy Photographers
LEGO Review: Bumblebee the Transformer
The kids in our house love Bumblee and the Transformers so much that they begged me to get the LEGO Bumblebee set. Since I also love Transformers, I am weak when it comes to LEGO, [...]
The origin of Earthworm Jim
I call this series of images "The origin of Earthworm Jim" as it's my take on the story of how Earthworm Jim comes by his power suit. The character of Earthworm Jim is from the [...]
Close encounters – a Six Image Narrative
Alien 3 is not the most popular film among xenofans. I, for one, was very taken by the claustrophobic and dark atmosphere of the film. So much so that as a kid I stole my [...]
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
Feature Friday: Vincent Mazzella (@Starlight_Tales97)
My name is Vincent Mazzella and I’ve been a toy photographer based in New York for close to 5 years with no sign of stopping. By day I work as a patient services rep at [...]
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
Action Figure Adventure: Silver Surfer teaches Jeff the Land Shark to surf
I took the kids to the Dreamstands Comic Shop in Seattle, and the owner let us know about Jeff the Land Shark comic, and the kids have been obsessed ever since. Since they were so [...]
Making of: A Meaningful Location
The project For one of this year‘s Bingo prompts, meaningful location, I am converting the warehouse featured in so many of my pictures into a museum. (Because a museum is a meaningful place, generally, and [...]
LEGO Review: Minions and the Banana Car
I start each day by eating a banana. Bananas are delicious and contain potassium and fiber, which can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Also, the Minions love them! LEGO [...]
Spider-Man Day Photo Extravaganza
How do toy photographers feel about Spider-Man? Toy photographer Matt McDonald hosts a virtual share-fest for the annual Spider-Man Day.
It’s a Deadpool Toy Photography Celebration
Deadpool & Wolverine, the movie, is set to come out soon, and we do love the merc with a mouth Deadpool over here in the Toy Photographer land. Matt McDonald, our web content manager, rounded [...]
Apexel 100mm Macro Lens
I love taking toy photos with my Sony / Lensbaby set up, but every now and again I want to use my phone. It's convenient, I have it with me, and the workflow from photo [...]
LEGO X-Men X-Jet Review (76281)
The X-Jet is the vehicle of choice for the X-Men super heroes to soar through the skies, and this LEGO version did not disappoint. Within this set, you have the Blackbird, aka X-Jet, that flies [...]
H0: It’s a Small World
It has become quite common to combine miniature figures - mostly in 1/87 scale - with larger objects. Slinkachu does it, Tatsuya Tanaka does it, I did it when I started with H0 figures, with [...]