Toy photography actually got me to learn about posing, lighting, composition etc and now I use that knowledge and do portraiture on the side. I focus more on composite style portraits like cosplay, sports, etc due to my composite portrait toy photography style and it's translated into a really good side gig. So while it's not directly making money from toy photography, the skills that you learn in photographing, lighting, posing, and editing subjects can definitely translate into real world work and money. Great video and topic and I hope everyone here gets after it and makes some side money with their art!

OMG, I'm just starting this hobby and wonder about making money. This is like a gift from God. Can't wait

Man, this is a video to put on a playlist. Thanks for being so dedicated to the cause and people who do it my brother!

Jared, I started watching your videos a couple of years ago when I first started toy photography, and still you provide amazing content, being photos, videos, advice. Your work amongst other reasons is the inspiration I got to start my own y tube channel, and a professional photography account. Thank you and keep on doing awesome stuff! 👏👏

Thank you so much Jared for putting this video together. I've been trying to learn this stuff, and this was a huge help, especially with feeling like someone was walking through it and explaining along the way. So, thank you again. ✌️

you have inspired me thank you so much my mom looked everywhere and now I know where to get figures

Great video Jared. I liked the fact that you talked about not receiving any replies from companies that you have contacted. Most importantly remember that the companies receive lots of requests and it is not about the individual photographer when they don't reply. Keep moving forward in your personal learning/journey of photography. Keep on shooting, have fun.

Hey Sir, dork your videos are the best keep doing the great work👍

WOW! Great info. Really appreciate you!

Thank you for the insight, I look forward to utilizing some of these tools!

Excellent video Jared! I love your work! I started out with wedding photography and wanted to combine my two passions, toys and photography. I know a few people who sell their prints at cons. I have never tried it myself. My style doesn't lend well towards that as I more or less showcase the figure. I love how you are helping out the community and the toy photography con sounds incredible! About 5 hours away from me, I might have to see if I am free that weekend!

Hey.... Thanks for sharing your experience and show us how to do something special in our works.. Im very very amateur and I'm learn so much from you. Thanks so much and greetings from Chile

A great video Jared! Thank you for posting this great information and for addressing that copyright question! Your channel is what inspired me to head down the road of action figure photography! Thank you for the great info and channel!

😲 He has Cardcaptor Sakura! 😍😍😍😍 That's all I can see now!

As always a fantastic video for the community :) Thank you Jared!

This is wonderful! Just the kick in the butt I needed. Thank you for all the information!

I got one of your awesome t-shirts. Also look at the camera instead of the camera display when filming. Much love!

Nice tip on the copy right! Thank you!

Thanks a lot bro, I love your work and I learn a ton with your content.

Awesome video!! Thank you so very much for all you do!!

great video man.

Some pretty excellent tips and advice. Once again, a great video to help out the community 👍

Outstanding advice bro and you are an inspiration!!

Thanks. Your advice is great.

Really cool video Jared ! Thanks for that

Thank you for posting this! 🤩🤩

Vivo en Ecuador y estoy practicando mucho la fotografía de juguetes gracias a tus videos me guían mucho, aunque en mi país no hay mercado para ello, seguro que alguien afuera puede interesarse en la fotografía de juguetes sea donde sea. Gracias x tus consejos!!!

I really wish I could go to toys in action event will you be making a video of the event. I am hoping it becomes a yearly thing so that I can go hopefully someday. Your photography is amazing, i’m no where near your talent. thanks for sharing

Great tutorial. Love the content.

Nobody believed Star Wars would be a hit so George got turned down a lot before 20th century said, ok let's give him a shot. I should post this all over my walls bcus I get discouraged when bills need to be paid and photography is just a hobby. Thank you for this video. It's super helpful! I will def sub and follow ur IG! Would love to see more of ur tip and tricks! May the force be with you brother 🙏

Thanks for great video!

Ur the best at doing toy photography

Awesome video! I totally DIG your tutorials

"Henceforth, you shall be known as... daaaark lord"

What would be a good start for say x amount of prints to bring to a con to sell? 5 of each one? and what size is a good start?

Oh this is gonna be a fun video to have a reference if I ever wanna make this toys thing more than a hobby. (shows Pudgy Pig about to be roasted in the BBQ) Noooooooo

Hey Jared. This is Psychowhite. I do power ranger toys review on KZfaq. Anyways. I got a question for you. How do you sponsor your photos to other people and making good money while you are trying to sell your photo pictures?

Have any toys melted during a shoot?

I think you forgot to mention about running workshops.

Just a question leading on from the video, how many followers and how much engagement should you have on Instagram before it's actually worth trying to sell your photos? Also, for these apps and websites that sell your photos, do you pay a monthly fee for use? This video has got me really interested in trying to turn this into a mini-career! Thanks for making it!

Do you need to ask permission from the company first(based on which company the toy belongs) before selling of making money from your photo?

Where did u get those shelves?

Can i sell digital photos???

The problem with most toy photography is that it looks too obviously like toys. That's fine if it's what you're going for but I found personally that most collectors like realism and by making the models/toys look real and akin to a still image from a movie it is more sellable as a poster or image. I get commissioned because of continually striving for that realism so the collector then has something pretty unique. :)

What's the best camera to use for toy photography? is an iPhone good? or do I need a camera

Is there a stream tomorrow?

"Work with what you like, and you will never like anything again." People always want to make money from everything. As if entertainment is not part of human needs.

Is there a market for zoomed in poo shots?

🙌🙌🙌🙌

You know, all the blah blah blah to explain the effects and artistry of your technique is great but like to see more of your artistry 😝👍

Noice

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Takes money to make money. Sorry kids, it’s the truth.