I Am A Professional LEGO Photographer, Here I Recreated The Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (19 Pics)

My name is Benedek Lampert, a professional LEGO photographer. Above this, I really love history and tall sailing ships, so the LEGO Endurance set was a perfect combination for a photo series!

This series is inspired by an amazing adventure, and has a real story behind it.

The Endurance expedition of 1914, led by Sir Ernest Shackleton, aimed to achieve the first crossing of the Antarctic continent. Known as the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, its goal was to traverse Antarctica from the Weddell Sea to the Ross Sea. However, the mission failed when the ship became trapped in pack ice, and the crew embarked on a heroic struggle for survival.

I tried to capture some iconic moments, for example, when the crew was playing football on the ice. Yes, that actually happened!

Behind the scenes video in the article too!

I hope you will like it!

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The real archive photo by Frank Hurley

Historic ship navigating icy Antarctic waters, related to the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition.

My recreation

LEGO model of a ship on icy waters, capturing the essence of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition.

The Endurance arrived in the Weddell Sea. At this point, the crew still believes they can reach the shore.

B&W version

LEGO recreation of a ship from the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, set against icy terrain.

Which one do you prefer?

The real archive photo by Frank Hurley

Expedition team working on icy terrain during the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition.

My recreation

LEGO scene depicting an Antarctic expedition with a ship and figures in snowy conditions.

The ship is trapped in the ice, the crew is trying to free it. Later, they have to admit that it is impossible.

Behind the scenes

LEGO model of a ship simulating the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition setting on a textured pink surface.

As you can see, I used foam board, which has been painted on the edges. The water is made from plastic wrap.

LEGO recreated Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition ship amidst snow-like terrain with mini figures.

I took off the sails, as we can see in the archive photos. Here, I had to use more sugar; its texture is perfect for the tiny icebergs.

The real archive photo by Frank Hurley

People playing soccer on snow with a ship in the background during the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition.

My recreation

LEGO figures reenacting the Trans-Antarctic Expedition in a snowy setting with a ship in the background.

One of my favourite moments of what actually happened. The crew is playing football on the ice!

LEGO figures recreate the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition on a snow-like surface with a ship in the background.

I love LEGO figures because of their emotions. In this photo, this is an essential element.

Arctic Night

LEGO recreation of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition with figures and ship in icy, snowy setting.

B&W version

LEGO recreation of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition ship in icy terrain, captured in black and white.

Which one do you prefer?

The lantern’s light is real…

LEGO figures reimagining the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition in snowy setting with ship in background.

and the campfire too

LEGO figures reenact the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, gathered around a campfire with shipwreck in snowy backdrop.

I gently put some sugar powder on the ship hull

Man recreating Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition with LEGO ship and figures in a snowy setting.

The crew is watching the sinking ship with their dogs

LEGO figures recreate Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition scene with ship in icy background.

Behind the scenes

LEGO recreation of Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, with mini-figures and a ship in a snowy setting.

I wanted to make a memorial for the dogs who also participated in the expedition and gave their life for the crew.

After the ship sank, the terrible challenge for survival began

LEGO figures depict an Antarctic expedition scene with explorers and husky dogs in the snow.

They had to reach the closest land, which was called Elephant Island.

The last image setting

LEGO figures recreate the Trans-Antarctic Expedition scene with snow and ice elements on a model set.

Looks simple, but it wasn’t easy. I used the widemacro lens and dutch angle to achieve a more dynamic shot.

Watch the full behind the scenes on the complete work video

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