When I started shooting action figures, I quickly came across an existential question that I needed to solve for myself: Should I hide the joints in the figures when I post-process the photos, or should I leave them as is?
It started innocently enough. Several years ago I took an old LEGO kit along on vacation through the Southern Utah Badlands. The next thing you know I was bringing A LOT of LEGO on my trips.
Toy photographer Thea Birch, aka @theabirchphotos, shares her journey into LEGO war photography and her focus on WWII.
Toy photography doesn't have to cost a fortune. Learn how to build effective backgrounds using items from your recycling bin.
Have you heard about the new podcast Steff's Baer Necessities? [...]
Snake Eyes is back in a big way, thanks to Hasbro's new 6-inch G.I. Joe Classified Series action figure.
I had the itch to do some new building, and rather than a new kit it was prime time for a redo of the original MOC. This would be one base plate (3 sided) and loaded with...
A six-image narrative following a group of clone ARC troopers fighting for a hilltop and facing not only a formidable enemy but themselves as they advance deeper into the wood.
Dave does most of his creative and toy photography work in his basement, aka "Studio Dave." Enjoy a no-holds-barred tour of his creative home.
Enjoy Kristina and Shelly's podcast discussion about the deeper meanings that can be found in toy photography.
It's summer, the perfect time to take your LEGO set on a road trip! Toy Photographer Teddi Deppner reviews the LEGO City Service Station...
Tomek explores the new worlds with the LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Space Rover Explorer set 31107, including alternative builds, base and a patrol ship.
Using the “Photoautomat” can be tricky. This six image narrative will show you why.
Properly scaled backgrounds are hard to find. This tutorial series walks through building a simple diorama for 6" action figures.
Regular contributors Gibbo, Dave and Tomek created images of imaginary toy conference calls. Now we challenge you to do the same with our free template!
Properly scaled backgrounds are hard to find. This tutorial series walks through building a simple diorama that is properly scaled for 6" action figures.
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?
With Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and Bruce Lee for patients, Dr. Gibbo shares some helpful tips for repairing your broken action figures.
Alan offers a simple tutorial for creating a sunset silhouette with your toy photography. All it requires is a light source and some household items.
Properly scaled backgrounds are hard to find. This series walks through building a simple diorama that is properly scalled for 6" action figures.