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Tyler Martin
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Dad, husband, software engineer @ Disney.

Writing a book, snapping some photos, and building models in my free time.

🌵Tucson, AZ

🌎 gurstudios.com/bio
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Pleiades, the Seven Sisters, is a nearby cluster of young stars. This was taken on a clear night, so why the clouds? The cluster is passing through the Taurus Molecular Cloud, the nearest star-forming region to Earth.

37 minutes of total exposure time at 135mm on my Sony a7 IV.

#astronomy #space
A starry night sky featuring the bright blue star cluster, Pleiades, surrounded by a vast expanse of stars with hints of nebula clouds. The image captures a deep cosmic scene with varying shades of black and blue, showcasing the beauty of the universe.
November 22, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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It blows my mind that I can just point my camera at the sky and take a picture of a nebula, or another galaxy, or another planet. Space is so cool.

Anyway, here’s the California Nebula taken from my backyard a few nights ago.

#astronomy #space #astrophotography
An image of a nebula set against a backdrop of countless stars in deep space. The nebula exhibits hues of pink and purple, creating a vibrant contrast with the dark sky.
November 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Andromeda from my backyard.

📷 Sony a7 IV, 135mm
⏱️ 200x 3.2s stacked exposures

#astrophotography #space #astronomy
A view of the Andromeda Galaxy, featuring its spiral shape and bright core, surrounded by countless stars against a dark background of space.
November 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Comet Lemmon with a vintage lens.

#photography #astronomy
A bright comet with a glowing blue-green head and a trailing tail is visible against a backdrop of a star-filled night sky.
November 1, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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I found a hidden Mickey in my yard.

#Disney #Tucson #DesertPhotography
A small prickly pear cactus grows in a desert setting, its pads arranged in a way that resembles Mickey Mouse ears. The foreground is sharp with scattered pebbles, while the background fades into a soft, sunlit blur of greenery.
August 13, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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If you see this, post a #castle 🏰
Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World at night. It is lit up giving it an extra magical appearance.
August 2, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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All three of the main ligers from Zoids: Genesis.

All three shot with a Helios 44M lens.

If you could only pilot one of the Genesis Ligers, which would you choose?

#Zoids #ToyPhotography #Photography #anime #gunpla
A Murasame Liger Zoid stands in a garden setting, its teal and gold armor contrasting with the soft pink flowers in the background. A single sword is mounted along its back, emphasizing its sleek, agile design. The robotic lion’s fierce expression and dynamic posture convey readiness for battle. Close-up of a Hayate Liger Zoid, a mechanical lion with sleek red, gold, and silver armor plating. Its angular head is detailed with sharp fangs, vents, and blade-like fins, giving it a fierce, futuristic appearance. A sword is visible in the foreground, adding to the dynamic composition. A Mugen Liger Zoid stands posed on a rock, its white and gold armor gleaming in the warm sunset light. Twin swords are mounted on its back, adding to its sleek, futuristic design. The robotic lion’s aggressive stance and sharp detailing give it a powerful, dynamic presence.
August 2, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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What’s a poster you had in your room growing up?
June 23, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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The Hayate Liger from Zoids Genesis. This is my custom painted ZA model.

Shot with a vintage Helios 44M lens.
Close-up of a Hayate Liger Zoid, a mechanical lion with sleek red, gold, and silver armor plating. Its angular head is detailed with sharp fangs, vents, and blade-like fins, giving it a fierce, futuristic appearance. A sword is visible in the background, adding to the dynamic composition.
June 20, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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Vega Obscura and the Berserk Fury. The main antagonists of the Zoids New Century Zero anime.

This is Kotobukiya HMM model kit.

All effects were done in camera. Micro LED for the eye, iPad for the background.

#Photography #Zoids #Anime #Gunpla
A close-up of a robotic dragon's head with glowing red eyes, set against a starry night sky. In the foreground, a small astronaut figure stands, adding a sense of scale.
June 7, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Van & Fiona Enjoying the View.

Zoid: HMM Blade Liger AB Bang Version by Kotobukiya.

#ToyPhotography #Zoids #Gunpla
A close-up of a blue lion-like robot with an orange cockpit canopy, showing a small figure seated inside. The background features a blurred natural landscape.
May 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Zeke!

The loyal Organoid from Zoids Chaotic Century. This figure is from the Kotobukiya HMM Blade Liger AB Bang Version, but the background is the original Tomy model box.

#ToyPhotography #Photography #Zoids
A small, mechanical dinosaur figure is in the foreground, with a blurred blue robotic creature looming behind it. The background features a colorful, sunny scene with indistinct figures, suggesting a playful environment.
May 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Prickly Bloom

🌵Tucson, Arizona
📷Sony Alpha, Minolta 135mm
🗓️May 2025
A close-up of a cactus with bright yellow flowers blooming among its green, spiky pads. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a natural outdoor setting.
May 7, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Curve-billed thrasher atop a blooming saguaro cactus.

🌵Tucson, Arizona
📷 Sony Alpha, vintage Minolta lens, 135mm

#Photography
A Curve-billed thrasher perched on top of a flowering saguaro cactus with green buds and white blooms, set against a blurred background of foliage.
May 4, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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“Our planet is a lonely speck in the great enveloping cosmic dark. In our obscurity, in all this vastness, there is no hint that help will come from elsewhere to save us from ourselves.”
- Carl Sagan

The #Lego series 26 minifigures are some of my favorites to photograph.

#ToyPhotography
A green LEGO alien minifigure with a transparent dome helmet is depicted in a black space-themed outfit, surrounded by a colorful bokeh background. An earth-like planet is reflected in the dome.
April 18, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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The Command Wolf and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

The last Zoid you want to meet on battlefield is the Sturm Tyrann.

#ToyPhotography #Zoids
A red robotic t-rex figure stands in a dynamic pose, with sharp features and mechanical detailing. It is positioned on a textured surface, with an orange glow in the background suggesting flames or an explosive effect. A smaller blue robotic figure is being stomped on by the rex.
April 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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The Bigasauru (ビガザウロ), or Giant ZRK, is a Diplodocus Zoid released as part of the original “white head” Zoids in the early 80s. One of the first large Zoids, it was soon outclassed by more advanced models. Still, the lumbering ZRK was a formidable foe in its time.

#ToyPhotography #Zoids
A robotic dinosaur resembling a diplodocus stands against a dark background, illuminated by blue and warm lighting. Its long neck is raised, illuminating a glowing orange pilot canopy, suggesting a sci-fi theme.
April 5, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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S’mores Assemble!

When they’re not busy saving the multiverse, the Lego Avengers enjoy a quiet evening by the campfire.

#Lego #ToyPhotography #Marvel
A nighttime scene featuring LEGO Marvel minifigures around a campfire. Doctor Strange is on the left, floating above the ground in a seated position. He’s holding a stick with a marshmallow that’s half burned. The Eye of Agamotto is glowing and the marshmallow is going back in time to an unburned state. The Cloak of Levitation levitates slightly above the fire. It’s holding a stick with a marshmallow, roasting it without burning. Captain American is walking up to the pair with a tray containing graham crackers and chocolate. The tray is his shield. The background includes trees and a glowing moon.
March 22, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Garius (ガリウス), Mechagirus, Tyrannazoid, RMZ-01.

Originally released in 1981, this lanky Zoid has gone by many names and seen many battles.

#ToyPhotography #Zoids
Retro-style robot toy with a dinosaur-like body, mechanical limbs, and a cockpit-shaped head, set against a dramatic blue and purple-lit background.
March 15, 2025 at 12:19 AM
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ZOIDS: The Pre-Hysterical Monster-Machines.

RMZ-03, aka Protozoid, aka Elepantus. I tried to mimic the original box art. These early white head Zoids from the 80s are so charming.

#ToyPhotography #Zoids
A small robot resembling an elephant without a trunk, featuring black and white colors with mechanical details, stands in front of a gradient background simulating mountains at dusk.
February 28, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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Hooray! Jellyfin is running on my home server.

You can watch anything you want on my streaming service, as long as it’s Zoids.
A display of shows on a streaming platform featuring titles from the "Zoids" series, including "Zoids: Chaotic Century," "Zoids: Fuzors," and "Zoids: Genesis." Each show has a year range and view
February 28, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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Finally starting another Zoid! My first Liger Zero build. I figured it was time to build one of these since I have 3 in the backlog and Jager is rereleasing soon.

#Zoids #Gunpla
A cluttered workspace featuring assembly parts for a model kit. There's an instruction manual open, plastic pieces partially assembled, tools like a craft knife and pliers, a pen, and scrap paper.
February 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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🎵 I am aaaaaaa transporter of the waastelaaand. 🎵

Every Zoid pilot needs a good transporter from time to time. Moonbay in her Gustav is the best there is.

#ToyPhotography #Zoids #Anime
A blue Blade Liger Zoid stands next to a red and yellow Gustav Zoid resembling a futuristic bug. The background features a blurred desert landscape.
February 14, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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The Battle of the Basils

My favorite character from the classic Lego Castle line. I love the new version released in the series 25 minifigures. Which iteration of The Bat Lord is your favorite?

#Photography #Lego
Two LEGO figures engaged in a dynamic pose. One figure wields a glowing red axe, while the other is in mid-air with a longer black ax. Both are adorned in capes, showcasing a fantasy theme against a dark background. The flying figure is the original Basil the Bat Lord while the figure on the ground is the newer iteration released as part of Lego minifigure series 25.
February 8, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Understandable. Have a nice day.
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February 7, 2025 at 6:24 AM