Why Deadpool?
Sometimes Deadpool is a good guy with a good heart. Sometimes he just kills for money. Often he is somewhere in-between.
January 2021
Podcast: Exploring ‘Digital Minimalism’ by Cal Newport
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.
The Skater
Toy photographer @verysmallworlds on Instagram treats us to the beauty and movement of ice skating in miniature (LEGO) form.
Boba Fett Lives On! A Mandalorian Toy Photo Collaboration
To celebrate the return of Boba Fett, I wanted to make a couple images to recreate the scene in The Mandalorian Episode 9.
Our Toy Photographers Virtual Meet-Up Is Just Around the Corner!
Find out what's happening at this year's Toy Photographers virtual meet-up on the weekend of January 8–10, 2021!
More Than Roses: A Review of the LEGO Flower Bouquet Set #10280
The LEGO Group's new Botanical Collection includes the Flower Bouquet set #10280. Toy photographer Teddi Deppner shares her review.
Vintage Vantage! A LEGO Ideas 40448 Vintage Car Review
Tomek Lasek takes a ride with new LEGO Ideas 40448 Vintage Car set. Check out this elegant and wonderfully detailed vehicle, now available free with $85 purchase on shop.lego.com.
December 2020
LEGO Bonsai Tree (10281): Home Decor or Toy Photography Diorama?
The new LEGO Bonsai Tree set 10281 is generating lots of speculation. How useful is it for toy photography? Join Teddi Deppner to find out!
Review: LEGO Mos Eisley Cantina (75290) Is a Star Wars Fan’s Dream
LEGO Mos Eisley's buildings, vehicles and characters, including a handful who appear for the first time in minifigure form, set the stage for many hours of toy photo fun.
LEGO Food Stock Photo Collection
For this LEGO toy food photo collection, James Garcia found inspiration in the aesthetic of social media influencers and stock photography.
Back to (Dead) Space: Zombienauts Are a Nostalgic Minifigure Nightmare
In the dark reaches of space, Ścibor Teleszyński's LEGO Space minifigures bring the dead back to lif
Podcast: Mythology and Toy Photography
This particular challenge to our listening community resulted in some very interesting images and interpretations of myths.
Rise of the LEGO Resistance: I-TS Transport (75293) Review
The I-TS Transport is an original creation, designed by Disney Imagineers for the Rise of the Resistance attraction at Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in both Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
A LEGO Pacific Northwest Christmas
In 2015 The LEGO Group released the "Squarefoot" minifigure. Squarefoot [...]
Photoshop or In-Camera? The Search for Superman
Dave tackles the death of Superman with two different toy photography approaches: 100% in-camera and with all the Photoshop bells and whistles.
2020 Toy Photographer Gift Guide
Looking for an affordable gift for the toy photographer in your life? This list works for Christmas gifts, birthday gifts--or treat yourself!
Toy Photographers Remember Boba Fett Actor Jeremy Bulloch
Shortly after Jeremy Bulloch's death was announced, toy photographers went about expressing grief and admiration with images of Boba Fett.
Toy Photography Holiday Cards – Free Download
Free toy photo downloads for holiday greeting cards. Happy holidays from the Toy Photographers editorial team!
Little Elephant on Adventures
The little elephant has a little adventure and makes a few little friends. The next adventure may take the little elephant further, though.
‘The Art of X’ – A Book Genre Review
Dave explores the "Art of" book series—perfect for toy photographers, geeks and fans of Star Wars and Marvel films.