We like the work of Michael Paul Smith a lot. His photographic work is out of this world; he uses detailed scale models set to the backdrop of real buildings and then shoots them making it look like they’re the real thing.

His work has gone viral on Flickr, where has over seventy million views (!). Once you get to see his work, you’ll understand why, though.

What he does is manipulate the perspective so that it appears the models are actually in scale. He uses a small table which he places at a precise point opposite the building then starts shooting.

Aside from the photos that speak for themselves, there’s also a video made by Animal showing a more behind the scenes look at Mr. Smith’s stunning work.

Check it out below, along with a gallery containing selections of his work!

Photo Gallery

Video