Kind of Magic! Harry Potter Collectible Minifigure Series 2 Review
Tomek explores series 2 of LEGO Harry Potter collectible minifigures. Read the review and enjoy the magic!
August 2020
Podcast: Depicting Kindness in a Toy Photo Is Difficult
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.
Circuit Boards as Backgrounds
Toy photographer Sunny Ang (@zekezachzoom on Instagram) experiments with using computer logic boards as photography backgrounds.
Max Sabin aka @fovmodels Finds Peace in War Toy Photography
Max Sabin (@fovmodels) finds historical war toy photography as a path to personal and intellectual growth using 1/32 scale military vehicles.
Meet Custom LEGO Star Wars MOC Builder @billsbrickz
Anthony Bill @billsbrickz creates LEGO MOC Star Wars dioramas. See his detailed, fan-built brick scenes and discover which is his favorite!
All in a Day’s Work: LEGO Mythbusters
Toy photographer Matt Frederick brings MythBusters Jamie and Adam, and Buster, to life as LEGO minifigures.
Hiding the Joints: My Answer to an Existential Toy Photography Question
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?
Have LEGO Will Travel: How to Pack for LEGO Toy Photography Trips
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.
Why I’m a LEGO Toy Photographer: Thea Birch (@theabirchphotos)
Toy photographer Thea Birch, aka @theabirchphotos, shares her journey into LEGO war photography and her focus on WWII.
Tips & Tricks: Building Backgrounds from Your Recycle Bin
Toy photography doesn't have to cost a fortune. Learn how to build effective backgrounds using items from your recycling bin.
The Women Behind Steff’s Baer Necessities Podcast
Have you heard about the new podcast Steff's Baer Necessities? [...]
Snake Eyes Epic Action Figure Photography Extravaganza
Snake Eyes is back in a big way, thanks to Hasbro's new 6-inch G.I. Joe Classified Series action figure.
MOC It Up Again: Updating My LEGO Exosuit Build
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...
My Battle for Hill 122: LEGO Clone ARC Troopers in Combat
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.
Toy Photography Studio Tour: Studio Dave
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.
Toy Photographers Podcast: Abyss – A Series of Choices
Enjoy Kristina and Shelly's podcast discussion about the deeper meanings that can be found in toy photography.
Building LEGO City Service Station 60257 – Set Review & Photo Narrative
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...
July 2020
LEGO Space Rover Explorer 31107: A Toy Photographer’s Review
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.
Photoautomat
Using the “Photoautomat” can be tricky. This six image narrative will show you why.
Diorama: A Tutorial, Part 4 of 4
Properly scaled backgrounds are hard to find. This tutorial series walks through building a simple diorama for 6" action figures.