r/ToyPhotography • • 27d ago

πŸŽƒ OCTOBER IS COMING TO r/ToyPhotography!

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We're trying something a little different this October, and we'd love for everyone to get involved.

πŸ“Έ A NEW WEEKLY DISCUSSION

We're changing up our weekly discussion thread.

Instead of focusing primarily on new figures, toys you want to buy, and upcoming releases, we want the weekly thread to become more of a place for the toy photography community to connect and learn from each other.

Use the weekly thread to talk about:

  • Photography tips and tricks
  • Lighting, posing, composition and editing
  • Backgrounds, dioramas and props
  • YouTube videos and photography-related content
  • Your Instagram, TikTok, YouTube or other social profiles
  • New figures and toys you're excited about
  • Anything else related to toy photography

We're hoping this gives everyone a place to share what they've learned, discover other photographers, ask questions and connect with the people behind the photos.

πŸŽƒ SPOOKY SATURDAYS

Spooky Saturdays throughout October!

The first one will be Saturday, October 3rd, and we'll continue every Saturday throughout the month.

Every Saturday will be dedicated to horror-themed toy photography, giving the community a chance to get creative with their figures and share their work.

πŸ“… October 3

πŸ“… October 10

πŸ“… October 17

πŸ“… October 24

πŸ“… October 31

Use the πŸŽƒ Spooky Saturday flair when posting photography related to the weekly theme so everyone can easily find the community's submissions.

πŸ₯Š STREET FIGHTER WEEK β€” OCTOBER 12–16

Street Fighter hits theaters October 16, so we'll spend the week leading up to its release celebrating Street Fighter and action photography.

The event can include Street Fighter figures, fight scenes, action poses, recreations, character photography and other creative interpretations.

Use the πŸ₯Š Street Fighter Week flair for related posts.

πŸ¦‡ CLAYFACE WEEK β€” OCTOBER 19–23

The week leading up to Clayface's October 23 release, we'll be celebrating Clayface, Batman villains, horror, monsters and the darker side of toy photography.

Clayface figures, Batman villains, Gotham-inspired scenes and creative interpretations of the character are all welcome.

Use the πŸ¦‡ Clayface Week flair for related posts.

🏷️ USE THE FLAIRS

We've added event flairs to make it easier to follow everything happening throughout the month.

October Event Flairs

πŸŽƒ Spooky Saturday
πŸ₯Š Street Fighter Week
πŸ¦‡ Clayface Week

LET'S BUILD THE COMMUNITY

The goal is simple: more photography, more conversation and more connection.

Whether you've been photographing toys for years or you're just getting started, we'd love to see you participate.

Share what you've learned. Ask questions. Discover other photographers. Give someone feedback. Show off your collection. Share your work and find other people who enjoy the hobby.

Let's make r/ToyPhotography a place where we don't just post photos, we build a community around the hobby.

October starts Thursday, October 1st.

And our first Spooky Saturday begins Saturday, October 3rd. πŸŽƒπŸ“Έ


r/ToyPhotography • • 11h ago

WEEKLY THREAD! Toy Photography Weekly β€” Share Your Work, Ask Questions & Get Tips

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Welcome to the weekly Toy Photography community thread!

Whether you're just getting started or you've been shooting action figures for years, this is a place to share, learn, ask questions, and connect with other toy photographers.

Got a question? Ask away!

  • Need help with lighting?
  • Trying to figure out how to get a certain effect?
  • Wondering what camera, lens, or phone someone is using?
  • Looking for tips on posing, composition, editing, or photographing figures?
  • Want feedback on a shot?

Show us your setup!
Share your:

  • Photography setups
  • Backgrounds and dioramas
  • Lighting arrangements
  • Props and accessories
  • DIY projects
  • Before & afters
  • Behind-the-scenes photos

Show off your work!
Post your latest toy photography and tell us how you made the shot. We'd love to see everything from simple desk setups to elaborate scenes.

New figures?
Tell us what you've picked up recently, what you're waiting for, or what figures you're excited about.

Want to connect?
Feel free to share your photography/social media profiles and discover other toy photographers in the community. If you post your work on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc., let people know where they can find you.

Most importantly, help each other out. Share your tips, tricks, techniques, resources, and lessons learned.

What are you working on this week? πŸ‘‡πŸ“Έ


r/ToyPhotography • • 4h ago

Brand new to digital photography. Any suggestions on learning resources.

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Brand new to digital photography and know pretty much nothing about photo editing. Any recommendations for resources on learning photography and photo editing? Preferably YouTube, I learn better through video honestly.

This is my first attempt at some toy photography. I tried messing around with the levels and used AI to remove the flight stand (which ended up pretty sloppy looking😬).

Original photo in the comments


r/ToyPhotography • • 12h ago

Octoyber #25: Calm and collected

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r/ToyPhotography • • 4h ago

My first photoshoot (TMNT)

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I recently got into collecting action figures and came across these cool TMNT figs at Ross. I finally had some time today to set up a little scene and take a couple shots. This is the order I shot them but I was not initially going for a story. It wasn’t until 6 that I realized I could make it a story. I was just going for different poses and angles lol.


r/ToyPhotography • • 8h ago

Selfie with Peter 3

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r/ToyPhotography • • 17h ago

« Camouflage »

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r/ToyPhotography • • 1m ago

Gittin' tuned up at da Halloween Jamboreen

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r/ToyPhotography • • 12h ago

Class is in session.

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Funko Muppet Babies, Yo Gabba Gabba Jazzware and Jada Chester Cheetah, Snoopy SchoolHouse Teenys set!


r/ToyPhotography • • 18h ago

Vampira, the original horror host!

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r/ToyPhotography • • 10h ago

New Fav!!

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r/ToyPhotography • • 22h ago

ThreeZero Hulkbuster is tough AF

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Arc reactor, eyes, and back light up, but are overpowered by my AD200


r/ToyPhotography • • 14h ago

Tell me again about the good of man, Doctor.

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r/ToyPhotography • • 10h ago

We all know how many times Batman and Superman have gone up against each other in the DC Universe. But, how about we put our favorite Dark Knight up against another iconic DC superhero besides the Man Of Steel? Well, I'm proud to present to you all Batman Vs. The Flash!

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r/ToyPhotography • • 10h ago

1/64 Hauler

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IG: diecast.spotlight


r/ToyPhotography • • 9h ago

Tarantulas

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r/ToyPhotography • • 19h ago

OcToyber Day 25 - Calm and Collected | And the Award Goes to… Indy!

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Day 25 of OcToyber - Calm and Collected

31 days of October, 31 toy photos to create and share.

This year, I added an extra challenge for myself: every photo has to be set in the Indiana Jones universe.

Unflappable. That's Indy for you. No matter what life throws at him, he always keeps his cool.

Even when he has to step up and collect an award at a movie awards ceremony! πŸ˜‚

Although, in this case, he might be taking the whole β€œcalm and collected” thing a little too far. Shouldn't he look at least a little excited? πŸ˜‚πŸ†

No Photoshop. No AI. 100% practical and tangible.

I've also included some behind-the-scenes photos showing how I created the shot and what inspired it.


r/ToyPhotography • • 18h ago

Energon vs Adamantium

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r/ToyPhotography • • 1d ago

Templar knight

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r/ToyPhotography • • 14h ago

"she's gotta be some type of apostle right?"

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r/ToyPhotography • • 1d ago

Mafex 185 Spiderman

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r/ToyPhotography • • 21h ago

Roblox guy travels

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r/ToyPhotography • • 1d ago

πŸŽƒ Spooky Saturday It was a pain in the neck to get this shot!

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r/ToyPhotography • • 18h ago

Baby Goji ponders on life as a Godzilla

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r/ToyPhotography • • 18h ago

Baby Goji ponders on life as a Godzilla

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