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Author: Shelly

I'm a long time Seattle art photographer who's currently masquerading as a toy photography evangelist. I'm also the founder of the Toy Photographers blog and community, occasional podcast host, a Lensbaby Ambassador and a creativity evangelist. For more information about my Creating with Intention workshop, purchase cards or originals, please check out my website: shellycorbett.com
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Favorite Photo of 2020 Podcast

Favorite Photo of 2020 Podcast

Shelly February 8, 2021 4 Comments

In this episode of the Toy Photographers Podcast we celebrate our members favorite photos of 2020, submitted during the 2021 virtual meet-up.

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Learning to Embrace the Holidays

Learning to Embrace the Holidays

Shelly February 4, 2021 5 Comments

Do the holidays inspire your toy photography? Shelly is learning to embrace the holidays as inspiration for her own creative endevours.

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Podcast: Exploring ‘Digital Minimalism’ by Cal Newport

Podcast: Exploring ‘Digital Minimalism’ by Cal Newport

Shelly January 18, 2021 4 Comments

Since Janan Lee is known for his occasional digital sabbaticals, I invited him on the podcast to discuss social media pros and cons, Cal Newport’s book “Digital Minimalism” and how we can approach our digital lives with more intention.

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Our Toy Photographers Virtual Meet-Up Is Just Around the Corner!

Our Toy Photographers Virtual Meet-Up Is Just Around the Corner!

Shelly January 4, 2021 One Comment

Find out what’s happening at this year’s Toy Photographers virtual meet-up on the weekend of January 8–10, 2021!

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Podcast: Mythology and Toy Photography

Podcast: Mythology and Toy Photography

Shelly December 28, 2020 3 Comments

This particular challenge to our listening community resulted in some very interesting images and interpretations of myths.

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A LEGO Pacific Northwest Christmas

A LEGO Pacific Northwest Christmas

Shelly December 23, 2020 4 Comments

In 2015 The LEGO Group released the “Squarefoot” minifigure. Squarefoot is loosely based on the legendary creature Bigfoot—a manlike beast that is 6–9 feet (1.8-2.7m) tall and covered in brownish hair that resides mainly in the Cascade Mountain range (the mountain range that divides my state). Over a third of …

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Conversation with Vesa Lehtimäki

Conversation with Vesa Lehtimäki

Shelly December 7, 2020 One Comment

Recently I sat down and had a conversation with Vesa Lehtimäki. You may know him better as Avanaut. Vesa has been active in the toy photography community since the beginning. I think its fair to say he’s one of the most influential artists in the community. You’ve seen his work, …

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Join the Toy Photographers Online Meet-Up!

Join the Toy Photographers Online Meet-Up!

Shelly December 3, 2020 4 Comments

While all activities will be virtual and socially distanced, this won’t stop us from connecting, sharing our toy photography set-ups and collaborating!

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Toy Photographers Pay Tribute to Dave Towery’s Enduring Vision

Toy Photographers Pay Tribute to Dave Towery’s Enduring Vision

Shelly November 27, 2020 3 Comments

When I think of Dave Towery I think of the above quote. I wonder if he knew how much he influenced and touched other toy photographers in this community?

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Photographs Not Taken: A Book Discussion

Photographs Not Taken: A Book Discussion

Shelly November 23, 2020 2 Comments

Photographs Not Taken: A Collection of Photographers’ Essays, edited by Will Steacy, is all about photographs that pro photographers have NOT taken.

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In Memoriam: Remembering Dave Towery

In Memoriam: Remembering Dave Towery

Shelly November 8, 2020 9 Comments

Dave Towery left behind a legion of toy photography friends. Maybe you didn’t know him directly, but his work influenced so many toy photographers

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Low-Key Discussion

Low-Key Discussion

Shelly October 26, 2020 3 Comments

Besides our talk about low-key lighting, we also explore how the pandemic is affecting our creativity and other dilemmas.

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Why I Won’t Photograph for LEGO Anymore

Why I Won’t Photograph for LEGO Anymore

Shelly October 6, 2020 23 Comments

After working with The LEGO Group’s social media team for a couple of years, Shelly explains why she won’t photograph for LEGO anymore.

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New Podcast Theme: LEGO Reviews

New Podcast Theme: LEGO Reviews

Shelly September 28, 2020 6 Comments

Introducing a new Podcast Theme: LEGO reviews. Check out Shelly and Marco’s discussion about current reviews on BrickCentral and ToyPhotographers.com.

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A Magical Contest: Win a Set of LEGO Harry Potter Minifigures

A Magical Contest: Win a Set of LEGO Harry Potter Minifigures

Shelly September 16, 2020 One Comment

Contest Alert: Show us your magically-themed toy photography to win a set of LEGO Harry Potter collectible minifigures Series 2!

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A Brief Trip to an Underwater LEGO World

A Brief Trip to an Underwater LEGO World

Shelly September 2, 2020 11 Comments

Using LEGO and the guidelines of our Six-Image Narrative series, Shelly Corbett takes a brief trip to an underwater world with her toys as her guide.

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Podcast: Depicting Kindness in a Toy Photo Is Difficult

Podcast: Depicting Kindness in a Toy Photo Is Difficult

Shelly August 27, 2020 4 Comments

In the latest episode of the Toy Photographers Podcast, Kristina and I discuss the images we create around Kindness, as well as two submissions from the community.

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The Women Behind Steff’s Baer Necessities Podcast

The Women Behind Steff’s Baer Necessities Podcast

Shelly August 10, 2020 3 Comments

Have you heard about the new podcast Steff’s Baer Necessities? It’s hosted by two talented women toy photographers Stephanie (@stalagmitethrilla) and Kristie (@actionfigurl). The aim of the newest podcast aimed at toy photographers is to shine a light specifically on the women who make up this hobby. Full disclosure, I …

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Toy Photographers Podcast: Abyss – A Series of Choices

Toy Photographers Podcast: Abyss – A Series of Choices

Shelly August 3, 2020 6 Comments

Enjoy Kristina and Shelly’s podcast discussion about the deeper meanings that can be found in toy photography.

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Create Work That Is Worthy

Create Work That Is Worthy

Shelly July 20, 2020 17 Comments

What does it mean to create work that is worthy? Shelly asks if a toy photograph can be more than just a toy. Can you also photograph a feeling?

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