Since then, I caught up with Balakov, better known as . From the UK, Mike is a self-confessed Lego geek and Star Wars fan, and when he isn't taking pictures, he's working as a computer programmer. Mike's Lego photography work has been featured in various magazines and UK newspapers, as well on TV for the BBC.

In his vast portfolio, Mike has 710 images of toys, and he regularly adds to the amount. His shots vary from re-enacting famous movie stills, posters, and photos to Star Wars sets, as well as more general toy photography. Predominantly though, he photographs Lego Star Wars, with fun results. In fact, he even has with his Stormtrooper images inside.

Want to know more about his fascination with photographing toys and how he makes such captivating images? Read on!

GeekTech: What is it that hooked you to Lego originally? Why did you decide to photograph Lego?

Mike Stimpson: I've been interested in Lego for many years, well before I was interested in photography, so there's always been some Lego around the house. I've had Lego toys since I was about 6 years old. When I got my first 'proper' camera a few years ago I took pictures of everything I could get my hands on, and the Lego ones turned out to be the ones that I liked the most. I've never been any good at making things with Lego, but I've always thought it was cool!