Planning, Improvising and Juggling Lights
Photographer Tobias Schiel shares some helpful insights into his process and how he gets such effective lighting in his famous Noir Suites.
July 2021
Back to Monochrome Photo Challenge
In the month of July, Sabrina and Shelly challenge you to explore black and white photography. Tag podcast submissions #tp_backtomonochrome!
How Far Would You Go to Photograph a Toy?
Ready to trek for his toy photography, Tom Milton takes his new Link action figure way up into the mountains of Snowdonia, UK.
Big Bad Toy Store Summer Giveaway: Round 2
Join Round 2 of our Big Bad Toy Store summer toy photography contest, themed "Toys On Vacation." The winner gets a $100 BBTS gift card!
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 Wooden Minifigure Photography Review (Set #853967)
An in-depth exploration of the LEGO Wooden Minifigure (853967), its lack of articulation and its many possibilities.
Mega Construx He-Man: Masters of the Universe
We celebrate the July 23 "Masters of the Universe: Revelation" premiere on Netflix with pics of He-Man and MOTU Mega Construx.
Why Am I Still a Toy Photographer?
After nearly 10 years taking photos of toys, Shelly wonders "Why am I still a toy photographer?" Maybe her answers will help you!
June 2021
Spidey Hop: A Marvel Legends Dance Sequence
Spider-Man and Gwen Stacy Marvel Legends dance together in this sequential toy photography story by Tobias M. Schiel.
Podcast: I Am Spider-Man
Recently Shelly and Sabrina sat down for a chat on the podcast about Spider-Man, self-portraiture and the #TP_IAMSPIDERMAN challenge.
Beta Testing the Lensbaby Obscura
Recently Shelly had the chance to Beta test the new Lensbaby Obscura lens. The experience forced her to embrace toy photography in new ways.
The Adventures of Grogu: Part 1
LEGO Luke Skywalker and Grogu continue where "The Mandalorian" Season 2 left off, with new adventures and old friends.
Meet Toy Photographer _Cinematoygrapher_
Alan Rappa sat down with @_Cinematoygrapher_ for a behind-the-scenes look [...]
The Magical Elixir of Morning
Toy photographer Todd Rosenberg shares a relatable morning experience via the LEGO Friends Central Perk set.
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.
Podcast – a conversation with FStop_Rebel
If you read Scott Metzger’s post on the Toy Photographers blog, you’ll [...]
Review: LEGO Ninjago the Keepers’ Village Set 71747
Sabrina Perry takes you to a mysterious island in her review of LEGO Ninjago Keepers' Village set 71747. Islanders, traps, Ninja and more.
Who Doesn’t Love a Space Chainsaw?
How to create a cold and frigid world with LEGO Ice Planet minifigs in a tabletop snowstorm. And don't forget the space chainsaws.
Framing Your Toy Photography Subject
Framing your subject is an important photo skill to master. It tells your viewer where to look and what is important to you the photographer.
Podcast: A Conversation with Tobias Schiel
As the old saying goes, there are no original stories. [...]