Where paint meets the lens – professional miniature photography by Mischa’s Miniature Bazaar.
📸 High-End Miniature Photography Services
Your miniatures deserve to be showcased in their best light. Whether you’re a commission painter, collector, or wargamer, our photography services provide stunning, high-resolution images that capture every intricate detail of your work.
Unlike standard photography, we combine professional shooting techniques with post-production expertise, ensuring your miniatures look as incredible in photos as they do in person.
🔧 What’s Included:
- ✔️ On-Site Photography – We bring the studio to your hobby desk
- ✔️ Precision Focus Stacking – Razor-sharp clarity across the entire model
- ✔️ Advanced Editing in Photoshop – Color grading, contrast refinement, light correction
- ✔️ High-Resolution Delivery – JPEG, PNG or RAW (DNG) formats
📦 Photography Packages & Pricing
Tiered services available for:
- • Single Showcase Miniatures
- • Squad/Army Gallery Sets
- • Commission Portfolio Sessions
- • Conventions and competitions
Bulk discounts available for studios and commission painters.
| Service | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Session (3–5 miniatures) | $110+ | ~30 min photography + post-production (5 high-quality images). |
| Standard Session (6–12 miniatures) | $220+ | ~45–60 min photography + detailed post-processing (10+ images). |
| Large Session (20 miniatures) | $330+ | ~90 min photography + bulk post-production (20+ images). |
| Army Session (up to 50 miniatures) | $550+ | ~3–4 hours photography + bulk post-production (50+ images). |
| Full Collection (50–100 miniatures) | $1200+ | ~6 hours photography + bulk post-production (100+ images). |
| Showcase / Competition-Level (single piece) | $275+ | Extreme detail: focus stacking, fine retouching, colour correction, print-ready output. |
| Retouching & Editing (client-provided photos) | $120–$430 / batch | Advanced post-production on images you supply (clean-up, grading, polish). |
| Custom Commercial Photography | Quote-based | Tailored marketing / promotional shots for painters, stores, or manufacturers. |
📏 Pricing is based on individual 28mm miniatures.
Squads, dioramas, or large armies are quoted separately.
For example: 5 space marines ≠ 5 dioramas.
Large collections (100+ minis) start at around $1500.
🌟 Why Book With Mischa’s Miniature Bazaar?
- 🎯 Miniature-Focused Expertise – Warhammer, D&D, busts, custom sculpts—we know the angles.
- 🪄 Enhance Without Altering – We showcase your paint job, not Photoshop wizardry.
- 🖼️ Competitions & Portfolio Ready – Ideal for online entries, portfolio reviews, and high-end client work.
- 📱 Social Media-Optimized – Stand out in feeds and thumbnails with punchy clarity.
- 📖 Story First Photography – Lighting and post-production choices are made deliberately to support the narrative and intent behind each piece.
📖 Photography FAQs
How long does a session take?
🕓 Most shoots are swift. We don't count set up or packdown time in the quote. Once set, basic Sessions usually take around 30 minutes. Expect fully edited images within 3–5 days.
Can I provide my own photos for retouching?
✅ Absolutely! If you’ve snapped your own shots and want them elevated, we offer retouching services to bring out their full potential.
Do you travel for photography?
✈️ Yes! On-site sessions are available throughout South East Queensland. Travel fees vary by location—drop us a line for a quote.
How do I get my photos?
📩 You’ll receive your final images via secure download, in your preferred format: JPEG, PNG, or DNG. Easy, fast, and showcase-ready.
Can you photograph miniatures painted by someone else?
🎨 Of course! Whether they’re your own works or created by another artist, we’re happy to help you capture them at their best—with credit to the original painter if requested.
📱 vs 📷 Phone Shot vs Pro Shot
“Think your phone’s doing your miniatures justice? Let’s put it to the test.”
Your miniatures deserve more than a quick snap. With professional lighting, camera gear, focus stacking, and expert post-production, your work gets the stage it deserves.
🛡️ Dwarven King Bust
Phone Camera
Phone: Blown-out highlights, dull armor tones. Shadow details lost and colors flattened. |
MMB Pro Photography
MMB Pro: Balanced lighting, gleaming golds, defined shadows, and cinematic depth. |
🦋 Baharroth, Phoenix Lord
Phone Camera
Phone: Vibrant but flattened, with distracting background clutter and shadow blowout. |
MMB Pro Photography
MMB Pro: Striking contrast, even lighting, crisp base work, and controlled visual focus. |
🖌️ Why It Matters
- ✅ Focus stacking reveals sharpness across every edge
- ✅ Lighting brings out the true vibrancy of your paints
- ✅ Post-production polishes your work without altering your vision
- ✅ Perfect for: commissions, competitions, portfolios, and promo use
When your paint job is this good, don’t let a phone camera flatten the magic.
Let me bring the lens, the light, and the editing to make your miniatures sing.