I haven’t bought a new action figure in 8 months – am I better for it?
The headline is true. I haven't purchased a new action [...]
What Toy Photography Actually Is (to Me)
Dave DeBaeremaeker explores his journey into toy photography and how it met his ultimate goals.
Here Be Dragons!
Creativity is a funny thing. Sometimes ideas seem to pop [...]
Shooting Spider-Man into the Sun
Learn to shoot into the sun for great effect, with Hot Toys Spider-Man as the subject!
Taking a Snow Day with Toy Photography
Learn some valuable tips and tricks to get the most out of enjoying toy photography in the snow.
Recording Ideas to Keep Your Creative Flow Well Fed
Recording ideas is one way to keep the creative flow running smoothly. Here are some ideas to make that happen.
Shooting a Rocket Launch… with toys!
Like many of us I shoot toys all the time. [...]
2021: A Dave’s Odyssey
The end of another year is upon us. At such [...]
Expanding Depth of Field with Focus Stacking
Getting close to toys for that epic shot means fighting a narrow depth of field. Learn focus stacking for a handy way to widen your focus.
Using Lens Compression to Control Your Backgrounds
Lens compression is a useful side effect of a narrow focal length. Learn how to use it for more impactful toy photography compositions.
Using Depth of Field to Tell Different Toy Photo Stories
A quick tutorial on controlling depth of field, an important part of a photographer's tool box that affects how viewers see our images.
Question Answered: Toy Photographer vs Toy Collector
Your questions answered! "When does a toy photographer cross the line into toy collector?" Get my absurdly long answer here!
Making a Tombstone Prop for LEGO & 6-Inch Scale
Learn how to make a tombstone for your LEGO and/or 6-inch (1:12 scale) action figure toy photography projects, just in time for Halloween.
Question Answered: Would You Do Toy Photography Without Social Media?
Shelly asked, Dave answers: Would I still be a toy photographer without the larger audiences social media provides?
An Istar in a Reasonably Priced Car
Gandalf is a wizard, which collectively are known as the Istar in Middle Earth lore, and he's driving a Barbie car. What else do you need?
Asmus 1/6 Scale Gandalf Review: Wow, What a Figure!
The 1/6 Gandalf the Grey figure from Asmus is one of the most detailed action figures out there. Dave gives a detailed review.
Using Smoke as a Light Diffuser
Dave uses smoke to diffuse light and create an epic image of Deadpool with glowing eyes.
How to Make Ancient Scrolls at a Small Scale
Realistic props help sell a scene. Dave offers a tutorial for making properly scaled ancient scrolls for your action figures and dioramas.
Testing Flat Clear Coat to Control Reflections
Can reflections and glare from studio lights be tamed by spraying your toys with flat clear coat? Let's find out!
LEGO Star Wars Imperial Probe Droid (75306) Review
The new LEGO Imperial Probe Droid set 75306 looks good on the shelf. Dave puts it through its paces to see how it works in front of his lens.