Meet-Up Talk: My Creative Process from Concept to Final Image
Dave drops some knowledge in his talk about creating an image, diorama and all, from the 2021 Toy Photographers Virtual Meet-up.
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Fantastic Tanks: Tiny War Machines Roll into Battle
Each unique creation offers a very different look from its counterparts, yet together they clearly come from the same creative mind. But how did Fantastic Tanks capture so much attention from the toy photography community?
Learning to Embrace the Holidays
Do the holidays inspire your toy photography? Shelly is learning to embrace the holidays as inspiration for her own creative endevours.
Why Deadpool?
Sometimes Deadpool is a good guy with a good heart. Sometimes he just kills for money. Often he is somewhere in-between.
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!
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.
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!
‘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.
Toy Photographers Say Goodbye to Darth Vader Actor David Prowse
Toy photographers with love for Star Wars reacted swiftly to David Prowse’s death, posting new images or reposting old favorites in honor of the Darth Vader actor.
Join the Toy Photographers Online Meet-Up!
While all activities will be virtual and socially distanced, this won’t stop us from connecting, sharing our toy photography set-ups and collaborating!
Toy Photographers Pay Tribute to Dave Towery’s Enduring Vision
When I think of Dave Towery I think of the above quote. I wonder if he knew how much he influenced and touched other toy photographers in this community?
Thoughts On This Marwencol Photo and Mental Illness
Mark Hogancamp used his mental illness to create real works of art, and touched a lot of lives by doing so—including my own.
In Memoriam: Remembering Dave Towery
Dave Towery left behind a legion of toy photography friends. Maybe you didn’t know him directly, but his work influenced so many toy photographers
Toy Photographers Conjure Halloween Spirit with Horror Icons and More
Each October, Instagram is rife with horror and Halloween-themed images from a wide range of toy photographers.
Toy Photographers Bring Michael Myers & ‘Halloween’ Film Series to Life
Who could be a better subject for this spooky season than Mr. Halloween himself, Michael Myers?
Why I Won’t Photograph for LEGO Anymore
After working with The LEGO Group’s social media team for a couple of years, Shelly explains why she won’t photograph for LEGO anymore.
Stellar New Sci-Fi Toy Line: “Age of Mecha” Kickstarter
Age Of Mecha™ figures and mechs appear sturdy and well-balanced on their feet, which will make for great toy photography.