# Miniature LEGO Figure Photography The Artist Andrew Whyte Captures One LEGO Photographer in Action By Michael Nieto | Published 2014-02-19 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-photographer References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/363829/Photographs-Of-A-LEGO-Minifig-Taking-Pictures-In-London-The-UK/) & [longexposures](http://www.longexposures.co.uk/) An artist named Andrew Whyte from Portsmouth UK has captured a series of a miniature [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-luggage) Photographer. These photographs depict a [mini LEGO figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-my-world) taking pictures of different scenery in the UK. His concept of using a mini figure was to tell a story of its journey as if it were a real traveler who is sight-seeing. This creative story is titled 'The Legographer' as the actual figure is portrayed as a photographer. The clever use of familiar scenery in the background shows the diversity in each location from its perspective. Everything is seen from a larger point of view but is also very effective as the LEGO photographer is captured it in a clever position. The artist Andre Whyte created 365 photographs of this mini figure's adventures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Figure Photography:** Capturing scenery through miniature figures and adding a creative spin with various objects provides a unique photo opportunity. - **Creative Storytelling with Miniature Figures:** Using miniature figures can provide a new angle to tell stories and create engaging content for different audiences. - **Non-traditional Use of Familiar Objects:** Finding new, non-traditional uses of familiar objects can create a fresh perspective and innovative approach in different industries. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Incorporating miniature figures into photo shoots can create buzz for photographers, and could potentially become a go-to composition for advertising and marketing campaigns. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Collaborating with artists to expand the use of their products (e.g. LEGO) can boost the utilization of their products and introduce it to a wider audience. - **Tourism/hospitality Industry:** Incorporating miniature figures in key tourist attractions/monuments/hotels can create a unique selling point to differentiate from competitors and attract younger audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Building Block-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-luggage.md) - [Vintage Building Block Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-polaroid-onestep-sx70-camera-set.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Legos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyns-architectural-history.md) - [Pop Art-Style Blocked Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-in-red.md) - [Iconic Artist Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-bob-ross.md) - [Retro Space-Themed Puzzled Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-carter.md) - [Playful Minifigurine Daily Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minifigureaday-daily-calendar.md) - [Block Puzzle Microscope Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-microscope.md) - [Nature-Inspired Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seven-natural-wonders-of-the-world.md)