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Mike's Monsters is a colossal creative adventure, showcasing the creatures from my beloved films that ignited my passion for photography during my formative years featuring the terrifying Xenomorph from ALIEN, the trophy hunting PREDATOR, and King of the Monsters, Godzilla.
A combination of photography mastery, education, and entertainment. Join me on my YouTube channel, where I unravel occasional photography insights, review iconic monster media and collectibles, and showcase my evolving skills since 2006, starting all with toy photography.
My artistic journey extends to Hollywood's special effect houses, including collaborations with studioADI, leading to working with industry giants like Studio Ghibli & Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America. From 2022 to 2023, I proudly served as their Media Producer.
Mike's Monsters not only offers exclusive event experiences, from the world premiere of 'PREY' to the Hollywood premiere of TOHO's critically acclaimed 'Godzilla: Minus One' in 2023 but also invites you to explore my specialized Instagram, where I share the final photographic results of my productions.
My first subjects in front of the camera were the pieces in my collection. This passion project is a nostalgic nod to my childhood inspirations, allowing me to experiment with techniques on monster figures while seamlessly integrating them into my professional career.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel and join me in my creation of monstrous artwork and check out my TeePublic to purchase prints, apparel and other items featuring my Mike’s Monsters artwork.
@MIKES.MONSTERS ON INSTAGRAM
![‘Tis the season of BRIGHT LIGHTS!
Toy photography of @necaofficial Gremlins Santa Stripe with Gizmo & Caroling Gremlins all shot practically.
Merry Christmas!
#gremlins](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1733276041768-JIU80GL1KSA6Q9YQC3B8/image-asset.jpeg)
![Big Chap takes a big nap.
My toy photography of the fossilized Xenomorph XX121 in an asteroid that came in the @necaofficial ALIEN: ROMULUS accessory pack. Lit with @lumecube along with @ulanzi_official lights and their FilmFog Ace to create the fog](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1733184771025-BCTGD44BF18AJRJNRULB/image-asset.jpeg)
![Whoever wins… we lose.
With all the buzz about a potential new ALIEN vs PREDATOR film in our future, I couldn’t resist creating my own version featuring the stars of their latest adventures.
Here is my toy photography of @necaofficial](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1732666052324-8WK7E5KOGXWZUOD5INB0/image-asset.jpeg)
![The king of all monsters.
Toy photography of @instamashii S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla Minus One with lighting by @ulanzi_official.
@godzilla_toho #godzillaminusone #shmonsterarts](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1732569402662-HTSA9A35I8CJAS2O6V1L/image-asset.jpeg)
![XX121 XENOMORPH.
Check out my review of the @necaofficial ALIEN ROMULUS Scorched Xenomorph figure and accessory set on my YouTube channel. Along with the review I take a few photos of the figure and sleeping Big Chap accessory. I think this may be o](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1732488653512-LBDMO69UPINV6YA4L5EV/image-asset.jpeg)
![Atomic destruction.
Toy photography of @instamashii S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla Minus One with lighting and fog by @ulanzi_official shot with all practical effects.
@godzilla_toho](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1732238504888-XPY7DK4WQ9GTKTGWRMZ6/image-asset.jpeg)
![Alien cyborg kaiju, GIGAN!
Toy photography of the @instamashii S.H.MonsterArts Gigan with lighting and fog by @ulanzi_official.
@godzilla_toho @bandaicollect](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731882983768-EXNLCB25CN3IQUNBI3Z1/image-asset.jpeg)
![BOW TO YOUR NEW KING. 👑
Toy photography of @playmatestoysinc Battle Roar Skar King from GODZILLA x KONG: The New Empire with lighting by @ulanzi_official.
#SkarKing #playmatestoys #godzillaxkong #GxK #toyphotography @legendary @legendarycomics @g](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731597055666-DPOVO1FFU4CJIZGWZGGT/image-asset.jpeg)
![Father and son. 🦖🦖
Toy photography of @super7 ReAction Godzilla 1974 & Minilla figures with lighting by @ulanzi_official. ☀️
@godzilla_toho @super7store_16thst @super7sandiego @wlodygadude #toyphotography #Godzilla](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731446432444-IUGKXB6WIHBNWH0P5303/image-asset.jpeg)
![“That monster… will never forgive us.”
Toy photography of @instamashii S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla Minus One with lighting by @ulanzi_official and all practical effects.
@godzilla_toho @bandaicollect](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731361478221-FJDBZR86TEB3MRTAW0SY/image-asset.jpeg)
![One year ago today we attended the Hollywood red carpet premiere of #GodzillaMinusOne and it was a night I’ll never forget! The energy was incredible with so many friends and familiar faces at the event. I can’t believe it’s already](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731279119643-SJPLSFL07BTQK1R28QP7/image-asset.jpeg)
![The Dragonzord at last light.
Toy photography of the @super7 Ultimates! Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Dragonzord all shot with practical effects and lighting by @ulanzi_official.
#MMPR #mightymorphinpowerrangers #dragonzord #greenranger #toyp](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731195014395-HPW1W82CIWZAR8D21FF7/image-asset.jpeg)
![Bow to your Queen. 👑
Toy photography of @necaofficial ALIEN: Resurrection Queen Xenomorph shot with all practical effects.
#facehuggerfriday #necafanfoto #ALIEN #Xenomorph #AlienRomulus](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/658dd52576183e0399b8fdb7/1731102178046-K3AN1D2H98ZO9NSWOU0B/image-asset.jpeg)