Lady Death: A WWII Sniper Story in 1:18 Scale
Inspired by legendary Russian sniper Lyudmila Mikhailovna Pavlichenko, Oliver Peterson (@oliversees) tells a WWII toy photo story in 1:18 scale.
May 2020
Checking In from Quarantine
Quarantine takes a mental toll on all of us. Check in with Dave and see how he has been handling the stress, and learning to forgive a lack of creativity.
Review: LEGO Frozen II Arendelle Castle Village Set 41167
"Frozen" fan Jana Sabé Skálová shares a delightful review and behind-the-scenes build of the LEGO Arendelle Castle Village set #41167.
LEGO Death Star II Battle (GWP) Set 40407 Review
Alan reviews and shoots the LEGO Death Star II Battle (GWP) set 40407, was available free with $75 Shop.LEGO.com purchases for Star Wars Day 2020.
Training Sessions with Yoda and Goku
Two of the most powerful beings in the universe, Yoda and Goku, get together and exchange some knowledge. Check out this action figure story.
Toy Photographers Podcast: COVID-19 and Creativity
In the latest Toy Photographers podcast: Shelly Corbett talks with Alan Rappa, Luigi Priori and Anna Bitanga about COVID-19 and Creativity.
Toy Photographers Celebrate ‘The Mandalorian’ for Star Wars Day 2020
Members of the Toy Photographers team and some of the most talented toy photographers in the game celebrate 'The Mandalorian' for Star Wars Day 2020.
LEGO Fiat 500 Review for Toy Photographers
Toy photographer Matthew Wyjad reviews the LEGO Fiat 500 set. From ease of build to design flaws to how well it works for 1:12 scale figures, and more...
April 2020
Film Noir: A Mood Study in Miniature
This six-image narrative by Polish photographer Zbigniew Dziok takes us to the dark side of the city with a film noir style and mood.
Shooting Into the Sun
Putting the sun directly in the background of your shot can make a dramatic image. Follow this tutorial to learn how to do it with your toy photography.
The Niece Collab: A Six-Image Narrative
This six-image narrative, featuring Owen and Claire's pursuit of the Golden Dino, was directed by the author's collaborator—hisfive-year-old niece.
LEGO CMF Series 20 Review & Feel Tips
Alan Rappaport digs into the exciting cast from LEGO's Collectible Minifigures Series 20, including feel tips, for the 10th anniversary CMF blind bags.
Podcast 85 – Photographing Spring
Spring is in the air, so you know what that [...]
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.
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!