COVID-19 PSA
This Covid-19 Six Image Narrative is brought to you by Janan Lee. Three creative do's and don'ts as we all combat this worldwide pandemic together.
April 2020
The Lighthouse of Darkness – a LEGO Hidden Side Set Review
Tomek takes a journey into the moody world of LEGO Lighthouse of Darkness Hidden Set, and this deep dive had a few surprises!
Lead the Way: A Dreamlike Toy Photo Adventure
Toy photographer Jake Silber takes us to a dreamlike world where danger lurks along the journey. Will the traveler turn back or find a place of wonder?
Making My Own Character: The Plague Doctor
Have an idea for a shot but can't find an action figure to create it? Try taking an existing figure and adding your own accessories, like my plague doctor.
How I Became a Lensbaby Trailblazer
Recently I was selected from a pool of over 200 [...]
Troopers in the Mist: Creating Atmosphere
Atmosphere can be a fantastic element to your toy photography. We explore three options for doing so with Matt Frederick.
Food Shopping in the Time of Coronavirus
The COVID-19 / coronavirus has affected us all in odd ways. Here's how one toy photographer processes the situation—through creativity and LEGO minifigures!
@3.75Galaxies Talks Star Wars, Silhouettes Storytelling & Toy Photography
Terry McEnroe, aka @3.75galaxies, shares his toy photography journey, love of 1:18th-scale Star Wars figures, storytelling and effective use of silhouettes.
I’m Not a Photo Taker But a Photo Maker: A Podcast with Astrid Heyland
German toy photographer Astrid Heyland returns to the show to take a special deep dive into her work with interviewer Kristina Alexanderson.
Using Pet Store Aquarium Accessories for Toy Photography
During a visit to the pet store for some goldfish [...]
Rom Spaceknight in: ‘New World’
Toy photographer Adam Ford takes us on a journey to new worlds using a mix of retro and modern toys in this six image narrative.
March 2020
Building My Own Background: Learn to Make a Diorama
One of the largest issues with toy photography, especially for [...]
Gundam: An Introduction for Toy Photographers
Gundam has been around for 40 years. That means 40 [...]
Film vs. Digital: A Psychological Study
Toy Photographer Matthew Wyjad examines the psychological effect of the digital age of photography, and challenges us to retrain our brains...
Toy Photographers Take On COVID-19 and Quarantine Life
Just like most of the world, the ToyPhotographers.com team is [...]
Mia the Rabbit: Shooting a Custom Plush Character
Welcoming Mia Mia Rabbit is a small quiet bunny who [...]
Podcast 83 – Toy Photographers Review ‘The Rise of Skywalker’
This week, we’re taking a trip to that galaxy far, [...]
Join Us at the 2020 Seattle Toy Photographers Meet-Up
Its on!! I'm here to announce that we will be [...]
LEGO Mandalorian Battle Pack Photos and Review
If you are like me and caught The Mandalorian fever [...]
The Floor Is Lava: Creating a Diorama for Multiple Scales
Remember that game played as kids? "THE FLOOR IS LAVA!!!" Furniture became the high ground where play and fantasy ruled the day. One of the reasons I (and I'll assume many other toy photographers) do this kind of work is just that - play and fantasy. For me its entirely detached from my career as a professional creative (although it does make use of related skills). Toy photography is a chance to create just for fun. And its a rabbit hole...