Spinosaurus vs DeLorean Time Machine: Step-By-Step BTS

The above video also contains a bonus image and BTS with a sadder, darker ending. Sorry Marty!

What would happen if Marty McFly accidentally dialed in the wrong year in his DeLorean Time Machine and found himself in the Cretaceous Period, staring down the business end of a fearsome spinosaurus? That question inspired me to pick up my camera and find out!

Make sure to watch until the end of the video because I created TWO different versions with two very different outcomes (sorry, Marty!!). Each segment includes extensive behind-the-scenes showing each step I took to create the images. From splashing water effects to nuclear green smoke effects - both were a blast to create.

I probably spent more time on getting the DeLorean positioned than anything else. It was a key element of the image and story so I needed to make sure I nailed it.

Image 1 was taken in the Toi Pond. Make sure to watch the above video to see my process for choosing a location, the toy setup, the gear and camera settings and creating the practical effects.

My first time using 2 video cams to record BTS. 3 if you count my iPhone.

Will Marty escape??

Image 2 was created in my studio. From the backyard to the studio - I love shooting in both locations!

What toys should battle next? Leave a comment and let me know!

TOYS USED

• Mattel Jurassic World Hammond Collection Spinosaurus https://amzn.to/4n0XCGQ

• Mattel Hot Wheels DeLorean Time Machine https://amzn.to/4mZUMSk

GEAR USED

• Camera: Canon R6 mirrorless camera https://amzn.to/4onwbIt

• Lens: Canon RF 35mm f1.8 STM https://amzn.to/3JAE1PS

• Remote Camera Shutter Release https://amzn.to/46Nq1LG

• Mini Tripod https://amzn.to/3KH1qQd

• Goosenecks with Alligator Clips https://amzn.to/4nM9JIN

• LED Light Panels https://amzn.to/48p8dYv

• LED Light Wand https://amzn.to/4ongnWa

• Mini Smoke Machine https://amzn.to/3W17sxt

Other compact, lightweight and affordable Canon Gear I use for toy photography include:

• Canon R8 mirrorless camera https://amzn.to/3FArg5J 

• Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro is STM Lens https://amzn.to/3W5TNoW

• Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens https://amzn.to/4h1SsHT

• Canon RF 28mm F2.8 STM Lens https://amzn.to/4a6D4aR

BTS VIDEO CAMS USED

• DJI Osmo Action 5 https://amzn.to/4gFOfK6

• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 https://amzn.to/3BUAGrc

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