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Real Estate Tips For Taking Commercial Architectural Photography

Written by Posted On Monday, 26 August 2019 17:17
Real Estate Tips For Taking Commercial Architectural Photography

Commercial architectural photography refers to the art of taking photos of commercial buildings or real estate properties. The focal point of these photos mostly involve the façade and the architectural design of buildings. As more people are becoming more visually in tune thanks to social media, taking the right photos can do wonders for properly advertising a building that you’ve put up for sale. While others may have already mastered this art, such as architectural photography Minneapolis companies, there are others who are still in the infancy stage of learning about commercial architectural photography.

That said, here are expert tips from those in the real estate industry about how you can take the most superb and most effective photos:

1. Invest In Wide-Angle Lens

If you’re just starting out, you may have to limit your options first when it comes to the photography equipment you have to buy because you’re working on a tight budget. But if there’s anything you should invest in, it’s a wide-angle lens camera.

When you do architectural photography, chances are you’re going to be shooting within a minimal space. This can make it difficult for you to get everything in one frame. For a successful shot, a wide-angle lens can do the trick. You can fit everything in the frame without having to shoot from a very far perspective or standing point. This results in better quality and more defined photos. A 15-35mm is the best range for a wide-angle lens.

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2. Shoot During Different Weather Conditions

When trying to perfect a photo of one architectural building, do not just settle for one weather condition or time of day. Keep it varied, so that you have many more options to choose from. For instance, you may want to take a photo of this one building during the summertime, when it’s all bright and sunny, and one in the autumn and winter as well, when the lighting and mood are different. Take some shots during sunrise or at the peak of daylight, and another one as the sun sets or when it’s beginning to get dark.

Buildings have different moods, and you never really know at what mood better suits a particular structure. Because of the design of the building, as well as its colors and theme, the photo might look better when it is set at dusk than during broad daylight. It is a matter of trial-and-error.

3. Level Your Camera

When you are trying to shoot architectural buildings or real estate, one of the distinctive features a building may have involves having numerous lines. A simple act such as positioning your camera correctly helps in making your lines look better and less distorted. One of the easiest ways you can achieve this is by using a tripod. Nothing beats the flat surface that a tripod can give you when compared to an uneven surface, or when you simply balance the camera using your hands.

Keep moving the camera until the image projected on the screen or lens is equally leveled. When you do this, not only will you straighten the appearance of lines indoors, but you can also make the buildings appear taller. This is especially applicable when taking indoor photography of real estate.

4. Play Around With Angles

Playing around with angles is also an excellent way to get different perspectives of your photo. Pictures tend to look more appealing when they are shot from a different position and a new angle. In addition, this can also make taking photos more enjoyable and less tedious. With new angles and new perspectives, you might be able to tackle the details and areas of a building’s architectural design that would’ve otherwise been overlooked if you only kept to one perspective.

5. Do Your Research

As a photographer, keep in mind that you’re trying to tell a story. Similarly, a building’s architect is also trying to tell a story through their design. Especially if it is a landmark of history, there might be a story behind certain parts of the building. Whatever commercial architectural building you’re trying to shoot, take the time to do your research beforehand. Doing so gives you an idea of the parts of the building that you have to highlight so that you don’t miss out on its glory or its most essential parts. With this, your photographs become more interesting, as well.

Conclusion

Architectural photography is a beautiful form of art that takes people to buildings and places that they might never get to see or experience in their lifetime. It allows people to imagine the beauty and art of buildings before they even get to see it personally or, even better, call it their own.

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