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Video - How to make an epic sword toy photograph

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Create your own epic warrior like scene at home with still life photography


There's nothing quite like diving into an epic adventure. Imagine a setting perfect for Conan the Barbarian, The Sword in the Stone, or Legend of Zelda. These kinds of scenes can give you goosebumps as you prepare for the escapades ahead. Luckily, you don't need to travel far to experience it; you can set it up right at home with some toy photography!


Check out the video above to learn how you can create an adventurous scene.


The magic of winter to create your epic sword toy photograph


It might be tricky to stick a plastic simitar into stone, but you can use frozen water! A regular ice cube tray will work just fine. Throw in some fake snow, and you can make it look like it's up on a mountain. It really amps up the epic feel. Here's the full list of props I used.



Props used


  • Toy sword

  • Ice cube tray and frozen water

  • Colour card for the backdrop

  • Artificial confetti snow

  • Mini fog machine



How the photo turned out


A sword with a red handle stands embedded in snow against a blue sky. The scene evokes a sense of solitude and mystery. Toy photography


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