05/26/2026
Where do they go, these dreams of mine? Do they live? Do they die? Do they fall? Do they fly? — F.K. Preston
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The toy photography community / hobby has always been a series of transitions. Trends have always been a part of our growth as we push the boundaries of the craft. But the latest trend of photographing figures and then using programs to create the remainder of the image breaks my creative heart.
The output of any creative effort is rarely the goal. The final image, book, painting, poem etc is always satisfying, especially when it comes out well. But that’s not the point of the creative act. It’s what we learn along the way that gives the act meaning. Not only to ourselves, but to others.
This newest trend signals an end for me. I don’t know what that will look like, but this is not something I want to be a part of.
Life is change.