Toy Photography

📝 Instructions

1. Select Your Toys
   Choose 2–5 small toys or figurines. Think about how these characters could interact to tell a story.

2. Create Your Scene

   • Set up a background (fabric, paper, or any environment you can build).

   • Arrange the toys in a way that shows action, emotion, or interaction.

   • Pay attention to composition and lighting.

3. Camera Settings

   • Use the largest aperture your lens allows (e.g., f/1.8–f/4).

   • Focus on one toy or a key part of your scene to create a shallow depth of field (blurry background).

   • Take multiple shots from different angles and distances.

4. Experiment

   • Try different perspectives: get low to the ground, shoot from above, or frame through objects.

   • Adjust the lighting for mood (window light, flashlight, or a desk lamp).

5. Editing

   • Edit your best photo to enhance brightness, contrast, and colors.

   • Crop carefully to improve composition if needed.

✅ Requirements

• Submit 3 final images:(Take a minimum of 20 images)

  • 1 close-up focusing on one toy with strong background blur.

  • 1 wider scene showing all toys in context.

  • 1 creative angle of your choice.

  • A contact sheet with all of your images 

• Add your images to your portfolio website with a reflection statement that includes:

  • What story are you telling?

  • Why did you choose this composition?

  • Did you struggle with any parts of this assignment? 

  • What did you discover about aperture? 

💡 Tips for Success

• Use a tripod or stable surface to avoid blur.

• Make sure your main subject is sharply in focus.

• Keep backgrounds simple so the toys stand out.

• Think creatively—make the toys look larger-than-life!