They say a picture is worth a thousand words—and when it comes to photography, I’ve found that to be absolutely true. LEGO photographers, in particular, have a remarkable ability to tell rich, imaginative stories through minifigs. Their work often gives us a charming glimpse into a world in miniature, where minifigures live out full, expressive lives. One artist who does this beautifully is Ryo Tomita, known as @rennerbricks on Instagram and YouTube, a 26-year-old photographer from Japan. I met Ryo at the Japan Brick Festival in 2018. His images capture minifigures in everyday moments—walking, working, relaxing—as if they’re part of a bustling, brick-built world. Each photo feels like a snapshot from a much larger story, filled with detail, warmth, and quiet humor. I recently had the chance to chat with Ryo about his creative process, the inspiration behind his LEGO scenes, and what life looks like from behind his lens. Inez:...

The fan vote for the LEGO Ideas A Twist of Nostalgia is now live and you can choose what you want as a future gift with purchase set. There are 13 finalists out of 750 entries and only one will become your next GWP. As of this post, there are 9 days left to vote and it will end on May 21 with the winner being announced on May 28. Bouncy Yellow Castle by Brickcar13 Paradisa Sidewalk Cafe 6402 by GenericBrix The Elven Kingdom by ERXbrix M:Tron Pulsar Charging Station by BrikkeLasse Fabuland is our Wonderland by Captain Magenta Sea Serpent by HallowedBrick02 Adventurers Raft Featuring Jenny Thunder by BrickG.irl Power Miners: Super Mine Mech by LssjChloe Granite Grinder Mech by BallisticBricks This Here Ol’ Chest o’ Booty by Danolardo Pizza to Go…Or Stay by Woligan Paradisa Seaside Cabana by BiggestWilySpyclops Christmas Never Gets Old by Jagamax The post LEGO Ideas...

LEGO has officially revealed a new LEGO Marvel The Fantastic Four: First Steps set with the Fantastic Four vs. Galactus Construction Figure (76316). Releasing on June 1, the set has 427 pieces and will retail for $59.99. The set features a a construction figure of Galactus along with minifigures of Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and the Thing. This is one time that a construction figure feels appropriate. Fans of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps can recreate the movie’s action with LEGO® ǀ Marvel Fantastic Four vs. Galactus Construction Figure (76316), the first ever LEGO Fantastic Four set! This impressive gift for boys and girls aged 9 plus is a build-and-play LEGO ǀ Marvel set for kids who love Super Hero adventures. The buildable LEGO ǀ Marvel Fantastic Four toy includes 4 minifigures: Mr. Fantastic, featuring extendable legs; Human Torch, with 2 hand blasters and flame elements attached...

Yesterday LEGO revealed the LEGO Super Mario: Mario Kart Spiny Shell (40787) with no details but we can now confirm that it will be an Insiders Reward. Starting on May 15, the 234 piece set will cost 2,500 LEGO Insiders Points to redeem a code to use at checkout. It is noted that will won’t be available right at midnight and will probably go live about 30 minutes after. 40787 -Mario Kart – Spiny ShellWill be available to LEGO insiders members to redeem from the 15th of May on www.lego.com/reward/nu9wibyh3c for 2,500 LEGO Insiders Points; Members can enhance their LEGO® Super Mario: Mario Kart collection with the Spiny Shell! Known by fans as the ‘blue shell,’ it’s one of the most powerful items in the Mario Kart series. This member exclusive collectible model measures over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 4 in. (10 cm) wide and 4 in. (10 cm) deep...

Modular Medieval Village by Albrick is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The 2,871 piece build features a village consisting of fully furnished buildings that you can change around to your heart’s content. The project joins The Fortress of Bellinzona, Jumping Spiders, and Planet Express Headquarters as the ones to reach the Second 2025 Review Stage. The post LEGO Ideas Modular Medieval Village Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

LEGO has revealed a new LEGO Super Mario – Mario Kart set with the Spiny Shell (40787). Also known as the blue shell, it is probably the most well known item in Mario Kart and probably the most revered. It has 234 pieces and is reported to be a future gift with purchase set. There’s no details yet on the release date or price requirements but one can assume it could be related to the upcoming release of the Mario Kart – Mario & Standard Kart (72037). Update: It has been confirmed that it will be a LEGO Insiders Reward item that you will be able to redeem.… Continue The post LEGO Super Mario – Mario Kart Spiny Shell (40787) Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

The new LEGO Ideas Pixar Luxo Jr. (21357) was just announced a few days ago we’re checking it out to see if it’s worth picking up. The set has 613 pieces and will retail for $69.99 which is a relatively cheaper LEGO Ideas compared to the previous few releases. Build The first part of the build is for the Pixar Ball. It has a neat building technique to get it to the almost perfectly round shape. The “frame” of it actually contains some Easter eggs hidden within the four columns. These include Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story, Sully and Mike Wazowski from Monsters Inc., Alfredo Linguini and Remy from Ratatouille, and Carl Fredericksen and Russell from Up. After that, there are some plate areas that include references to characters from The Incredibles. Triangle pieces are used to cover up the gaps that can’t be covered by the printed dome...

Planet Express Headquarters by Kyosset is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The build features an exposition model of the delivery headquarters from Futurama. The project joins The Fortress of Bellinzona and Jumping Spiders as the ones to reach the Second 2025 Review Stage. The post LEGO Ideas Planet Express Headquarters Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

LEGO Australia has revealed a new gift with purchase set coming soon with the Up-scaled Baby Astronaut (40767). It has 250 pieces and it features a larger scale baby astronaut in red. There’s no information yet on the release date or price requirements to get it. Delight LEGO® fans and space enthusiasts with this buildable Up-Scaled Baby Astronaut (40767). Inspired by the iconic LEGO minifigures, this explorer figure building set lets boys and girls aged 10 and up experience a fun build with 250 pieces, before they blast off into space for adventures among the stars. This buildable figure features a smiling face and a red outfit with a space logo and makes a great display piece in any home or office. The post LEGO Up-scaled Baby Astronaut (40767) GWP Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Jumping Spiders by spiderdude is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The 1,049 piece build features three different types of jumping spiders including the Caerulean-blue Peacock Spider, Peckhamia .sp, and the Bold Jumping Spider. The project joins The Fortress of Bellinzona as the ones to reach the Second 2025 Review Stage. The post LEGO Ideas Jumping Spiders Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran