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Mike’s Monsters
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Cinematic toy photography by Mike Monaghan.
In camera lighting effects. Previously Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Media Producer.

www.mikemonaghan.photography/links
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So thankful I was able to see this work of art on the big screen. @realgdt.bsky.social never misses, and I am so happy he was finally able to bring this film to life. Don’t skip this one!
October 20, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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The S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla 2023 Exclusive Edition is coming to SDCC for $160. No reservation needed. Grab it at the Tamashii booth (3329) or Godzilla booth (3345).
July 16, 2025 at 5:11 AM
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PREDATOR: Killer of Killers is available now on Hulu in the US.
June 6, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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@officialsuper7.bsky.social Toho ULTIMATES! Wave 05 is here!

Mothra (1992) & Battra (1992) have joined the lineup & are available for preorder with my affiliate links below!

Full Set + Exclusive Super Pack: collabs.shop/bocxqv

Mothra (1992): collabs.shop/vjh3sy

Battra (1992): collabs.shop/pwe2bs
The Super7 Toho ULTIMATES! Wave 5 Mothra (1992) and Battra (1992) figures with all included accessories and the exclusive Super Pack. Mothra features large, vibrant orange, black, yellow, and red wings, a clear flight stand with a terrain-textured base, miniature Shobijin priestess figures in a display case, and multiple small larvae figures. Battra has dark wings with jagged red and yellow lightning patterns, alternate leg and claw sets, a swap-out head sculpt, and a clear flight stand with a themed base. The exclusive Super Pack, available when purchasing both figures, includes a blister card pack featuring Mothra’s severed eye with a flame effect and Battra’s severed head with an energy blast effect, referencing Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992). The Super7 Toho ULTIMATES! Wave 5 Mothra (1992) figure in a dramatic scene. Mothra is mid-flight over a cityscape at night, with bright searchlights beaming into the sky behind her. The figure features intricate detailing, including Mothra's signature vibrant wing patterns in shades of yellow, red, black, and white. Her fuzzy-textured body, piercing blue eyes, and extended legs add to the dynamic pose. The Godzilla logo is displayed in the upper left corner, and a disclaimer at the bottom notes that the final figure may vary. The lighting and perspective give the image a cinematic feel, capturing the essence of Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992). The Super7 Toho ULTIMATES! Wave 5 Battra (1992) figure in a dynamic mid-flight pose against a cityscape at night. Battra’s menacing, armored body is highly detailed, with a dark exoskeleton covered in intricate textures. His large, red compound eyes glow with intensity, and his jagged, yellow-tipped horn adds to his fearsome presence. His massive wings, adorned with striking red and yellow lightning-like patterns, spread wide as searchlights illuminate the night sky behind him. The Godzilla logo is positioned in the upper right corner, and a disclaimer at the bottom notes that the final figure may vary. The overall composition gives a cinematic and powerful look, capturing Battra’s destructive energy from Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992). the Super7 Toho ULTIMATES! Wave 5 Mothra (1992) and Battra (1992) exclusive Super Pack. Available when purchasing both figures, includes a blister card pack featuring Mothra’s severed eye with a flame effect and Battra’s severed head with an energy blast effect, referencing Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992).
February 26, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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The photo with this egg and the syringe reminds of a scene in the first book that has Dr. Grant injecting eggs with poison to fend off raptors that are stalking him in the lab. It’s one of my favorite scenes in the book, and I’d love to see it adapted to film!
February 4, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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ALIEN EARTH billboard spotted near Los Angeles!
January 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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We evacuated late last night out to the coast. The Palisades fire was visible from our apartment and too close for comfort. So far it seems like it hasn’t progressed in the direction of my home, but it was better to be safe than sorry.
January 12, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Atomic Glow.

Shot the @officialsuper7.bsky.social ULTIMATES! Godzilla Minus One (Charging Version) all with practical effects.

Grab it now using my affiliate link before it’s gone!

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A glowing Godzilla ULTIMATES! figure from Super7, posed dramatically with fog swirling around it. The spines are lit up in vibrant blue using a UV flashlight, with dynamic lighting effects created using Ulanzi gear.
January 5, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Ending the year with a cosmic bang!

Check out my photography and review of the @officialsuper7.bsky.social TOHO Ultimates! SpaceGodzilla Movie Poster version, inspired by Noriyoshi Ōrai’s iconic art and Trendmasters nostalgia.

See more photos & my process on YouTube:

youtu.be/IjwKT4d044A?...
A detailed action figure of SpaceGodzilla in vibrant colors, inspired by the 1994 Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla movie poster. The figure is illuminated by LED lights, set against a glowing, cosmic-themed background created with fiber optic lighting.
December 31, 2024 at 7:59 PM
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RISE! TITANOSAURUS!

My photography of the mega cool @officialsuper7.bsky.social TOHO ReAction Titanosaurus. I love that we are getting more Titanosaurus representation!
December 26, 2024 at 7:46 PM
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Showa King Ghidorah is joining the S.H.MonsterArts lineup! More details coming at a later date!

(And it is a different sculpt from that bootleg that has been floating around for a few years!)
December 26, 2024 at 6:45 AM
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Happy Holidays! Wishing you joy & BRIGHT LIGHT this season.

Hope you get all the toys you’re wishing for this Christmas and in 2025. 🎁

Stay safe, have fun, & enjoy the holidays, ya filthy animals. Don’t shoot your eye out!

Here is my shot of NECA’s Santa Stripe Gremlin in my Christmas tree. 🎄
A festive photo of NECA’s Santa Stripe Gremlin figure perched in a Christmas tree, surrounded by glowing lights and colorful ornaments. The Gremlin is dressed in a Santa suit with a mischievous grin, blending perfectly into the holiday decor.
December 24, 2024 at 11:36 PM
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GODZILLA HAS ABSORBED TIAMAT’S ENERGY! 🍬

Featuring my photography of the S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla 2024 (Evolved Version) from GODZILLA x KONG: The New Empire.
December 23, 2024 at 7:59 PM
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The ancient guardian of the Azumi… KING CAESAR!

My photography of the @officialsuper7.bsky.social TOHO ReAction King Caesar.

#KingCaesar #Toho #Super7 #Kaiju #Godzilla #ToyPhotography

Get your own TOHO ReAction King Caesar!: collabs.shop/4qsfk1
A detailed toy photography shot of the Super7 TOHO ReAction King Caesar figure. The image captures the ancient guardian of the Azumi in a dramatic pose, showcasing intricate details and textures of the figure. The background complements the legendary kaiju’s mythical origins, evoking a sense of power and mystery.
December 22, 2024 at 3:45 AM
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🔥 DIVINE 🔥

My latest photography of the @officialsuper7.bsky.social TOHO Ultimates! Godzilla Minus One (Charging Version), featuring spines and mouth illuminated by UV lighting. Lighting and fog created with Ulanzi gear, and buildings by Eyepop Designs.

#Godzilla #GodzillaMinusOne
A photo of the Super7 TOHO Ultimates Godzilla Minus One (Charging Version) figure. The iconic kaiju glows with UV lighting illuminating its spines and mouth, creating a radiant, charged effect. Dense fog surrounds the scene, enhanced by dramatic lighting from Ulanzi gear. Detailed miniature buildings by EyePop Designs add depth and scale, completing the cinematic atmosphere.
December 20, 2024 at 10:00 PM
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A sample of those glow in the dark spines! Will have a better preview of them in my review, but they GLOWWWW!
December 15, 2024 at 3:51 AM
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This guy is AWESOME! A preview of my video review of the new @officialsuper7.bsky.social Godzilla Minus One Charging Version Ultimates! figure with those beautiful glow in the dark spines!

Video review and photography coming very, very soon!

Get yours with my affiliate link!:
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December 15, 2024 at 3:50 AM
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My sleepy boys. 🥹
December 13, 2024 at 5:44 AM
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The kaiju born from a black hole, SPACEGODZILLA!

Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla turns 30 today. While I’m not the biggest fan of the movie, I LOVE Space G’s design & Little Godzilla! Here’s one of my first #SHMonsterArts shots from 2014, using crystals in front of the camera for that glittery look.
A dynamic toy photo of SHMonsterArts SpaceGodzilla, lit with a vibrant glow to highlight the figure’s intricate design. Crystals from a candle holder are positioned in front of the camera, creating a glittery, cosmic effect that complements the kaiju’s origins.
December 10, 2024 at 11:53 PM
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Spotted the new NECA Scorched Xenomorph on shelves at Target! They had quite a few of them there. Hopefully everyone is getting their orders fulfilled who ordered directly from NECA.
December 9, 2024 at 8:39 PM
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A new S.H.MonsterArts Burning Godzilla is on the way for the 30th anniversary of Godzilla vs Destoroyah! More info coming at a later date!
December 9, 2024 at 8:13 AM
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The fearsome Godzilla had EVOLVED!

My toy photography of Tamashii Nations S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla 2024 (Evolved Version) with practical in camera effects. Natural sunlight hitting his translucent pink spines making them glow, and a Ulanzi RGB LED for the magenta accent lighting.
Toy photography of Tamashii Nations S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla 2024 (Evolved Version). The figure’s translucent pink spines glow in natural sunlight, enhanced by practical in-camera effects. A magenta accent light from a Ulanzi RGB LED adds dramatic illumination to the scene.
December 9, 2024 at 4:27 AM
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The Scorched Xenomorph stalks the halls of the Romulus station.

Really love this figure from NECA! My toy photography of the Scorched Xenomorph figure from ALIEN: ROMULUS, all done with practical effects. Posing inspired from artwork by the incredible @tristansbones.bsky.social!
December 6, 2024 at 8:43 PM
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The @officialsuper7.bsky.social Godzilla Minus One (Charging Version) with glow in the dark spines has switched to IN STOCK and will be shipping soon.

Grab yours with the link below!

collabs.shop/prwmvy
December 5, 2024 at 8:18 PM
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Wave 7 of @officialsuper7.bsky.social TOHO ReAction!

Wave 7 bundle ($80): collabs.shop/lxai23

Individuals
Titanosaurus ($20): collabs.shop/1awxzb
Godzilla 54 (Semi-Clear Green version) ($20): collabs.shop/0trjsx
Godzilla 84 (Heat Ray) ($20): collabs.shop/1ovu4x
MechaG 75 ($20): collabs.shop/faonnx
December 5, 2024 at 8:13 PM