Conversation
A conversation I had not long ago with a real estate agent. Agent: I don’t need professional photos – market is hot. Me: Market always hot? Agent: No. Even if
Category: Braindroppings
Pole Shot
A pole gives an interesting perspective on a property. Some people use a UAV but that’s overkill in 90% of situations. Geeky details: Above was shot with a mirrorless Sony
Egg On My Face
Egg on my face should also be a recurring theme…. This actually happened a couple of years ago. I was photographing a house for a new customer. They were very
Different Clocks
I think I’ve figured out the problem: Contractors who work in the construction or repair trade use a different clock. One that doesn’t work out hours and minutes the same
An Open Letter to Stagers and Decorators
I go into a lot of homes. So there are some things that I see over and over and I think I speak for other real estate photographers — and
Family Room
A neat family room I shot the other day. Nice layout with outside access. The verticals are correct, but that lamp in the right corner sat funny, making it look
Stock Photos
When I’m out photographing a home I often look at the map on my phone and see if there are any interesting community features — a park, a community center.
A Brief Look At Copyright
I get asked this enough to warrant writing it down somewhere…. First Item: Copyright is ownership. If you took the photo, you own it. If you didn’t press the shutter-release
Twilight Patio
A little different type of twilight shot. Outdoor patio with French Doors to dining room and kitchen.
Image Quality
Got to discussing image quality in an online group today and how one person’s pictures looked fine on export but as soon as the agent uploaded them to MLS they