the links provided at the end of this post, but additionally, I'd like to feature some new ones here from time to time. So let's begin -
Surrealist Figure Photographers of the Mid 1900s
In trying to find the earliest toy photograph, I came accross the amazing work of these two. Their work can't be part of my early toy photography search as I've already found a couple that predate these, but it certainly is something to be noted nevertheless. Horst P. Horst (1906-1999) “I don’t think photography has... Continue Reading →
Toy Photography: How to, Why, its Roots & More!
I research and write about toy photography and related subjects
2013, A Look Back
2013, A Look Back #toyphotography
A Personal Connection to a Toy
On the heels of my 'Own What You Do' post, it only seems appropriate to talk about my bonds formed with photo props (in this case toys). Each of my pieces is in some way a self portrait, feelings vomited onto the page (or maybe the camera sensor, the miniature scene, however you want to... Continue Reading →
2017, A Look Back
Over the years my creative process has changed. As of late, I've been focusing on longer form photo series, as well as life outside of my artistic practice. And as I consider where I want my art to go from here, I'm reminded of pieces I've created in the past. Lately I've been enamored by... Continue Reading →
Miniature Photography from David Levinthal’s Diorama
As you may well know, my sister and I went to the opening of the David Levinthal exhibit at the Smithsonian in DC. A very cool feature of that exhibit, is that one of David Levinthal's dioramas is on display. To my understanding, Levinthal commissions custom pieces for him to then assemble to the needs... Continue Reading →
How I Began My Toy Photo Journey
Most of us mini enthusiasts can attest that we've loved the tiniest of objects from childhood. I, myself, absolutely adored Polly Pockets, and still have much of my collection to this day. Add to that, a passion for photography I discovered around the age of 14. My family and I took a vacation to the... Continue Reading →