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An immersive photography + collectibles experience coming to Big Bear, CA
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What Is Toytography Experience?
Toytography Experience is a destination gallery and specialty camera shop designed for photographers, collectors, and creatives. Located in Big Bear, California, the space blends:
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A cinematic collectibles exhibit featuring high-end figures used in professional toy photography
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A full-service camera store with gear sales, rentals, and services
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Workshops, photo walks, and special events for all skill levels
This is not a traditional museum or camera shop—it’s a hands-on creative experience.
Why Big Bear?
Big Bear is a year-round mountain destination for Southern California travelers, photographers, and families. Toytography Experience adds something Big Bear doesn’t currently have:
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A modern indoor creative attraction
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A specialty camera rental and retail hub
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A gallery experience designed for photos, learning, and repeat visits
About the Founder
Founded by Brian Carr, a toy photographer with over 14 years of professional experience, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Toytography Magazine LLC, and award winner of the 2023 Costa Mesa Art Venture – Photography Category.
The opening exhibit will feature over 250 personally owned high-end collectible figures, allowing the gallery to launch fully realized from day one.