Are you really going to photos of your latest and greatest project? After you have put in so much hard work, creativity, and maybe even some sanity on a single design. One that took months or even years of planning and getting all of the details just right. And in the end you come and take some quick snapshots of the final result. Do those iPhone images do your design justice and tell a story of your client’s vision? Why High-Quality Architectural Photos Matter So many times

If you are entering your project into a competition, marketing your firm, or advertising, you should hire a professional photographer. While you might be able to snap a few images of your finished project. A professional will provide you with images of the highest quality of your design. These photographs can help you promote your company for years and bringing you more clients. Here are some ways to help you prepare to hire an architectural photographer: Plan Ahead Before in

Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen Design – Carnation, WA Recently I had the opportunity to photograph my second project with Sheila Mayden Interiors; the last project that I had the pleasure of working with Sheila was the Magnolia home in Seattle, WA. The project that she wanted me to photograph was of a rustic kitchen design that she did in Carnation. Though I had never heard of Carnation before, she said that it was a long drive, over an hour from Kent. However, she offered to carpo

When you have decided that you want to get one of your designs photographed, the next thing you will have to do is contact an architectural photographer. Upon inquiring a photographer there will be a series of actions to ensure a smooth process for the project. Following is an order of steps to help you understand what to expect when you engage an architectural photographer. Gather Information When inquiring about a project I like to arrange a face to face meeting, schedule a

Kitchen Design – Issaquah, WA Recently I had the opportunity to photograph a kitchen remodel designed by Justine Wiggins at Sound Kitchen and Bath. The space was gorgeous, with wall to ceiling cabinets, paneled fridge and dishwasher, Thermador range, and custom wood work. It had an admirable flow to it and was spacious to ensure a comfortable dinner prep with family. When Sound Kitchen and Bath reviewed the proofs for selection, they sent one request that I thought I could no

The truth is, you don’t really want the photographs. Instead, you want the results or benefits that these images can bring. For example, an architectural firm looking to create a brand image, showcase their craft, and ultimately build their business, will need to implement quality images to allow prospective clients to see what they can deliver. To give another example, a hotel might want to make the transition from a low end to a high end provider, increasing their overnight

“Who owns the photo after it is taken?” According to the Copyright Act of 1976, the photographer owns the image as soon as the shutter is released. The copyright of the image takes effect immediately, regardless if the image has been registered with the copyright office. Otherwise, the only way to transfer the copyright of an image is if the photographer, physically, signs over the rights. “You mean I pay you and I don’t own it?” Photographs are the intellectual property of t

Invest in a Brand In this video, entrepreneur, Natalie MacNeil, provides 5 investment tips, she believes, that shouldn’t be ignored. All five tips, she goes over, are very informative as she discusses about business investments that you have to invest in if you want your business to succeed. I would like to pick up on Natalie’s investment tip #2 – Your brand and website “People do judge books by their covers… and judge businesses on their image and overall brand too. So as mu

Interior Design – Seattle, WA Back in September I had the opportunity to photograph my first project for an Interior Designer, Sheila Mayden Interiors. This was my biggest project yet and I felt that I had to impress her. I also hired my first assistant for the session, my wife, who has a keen eye for photography and design; I felt that I needed to impress her as well. Each room that Sheila touched was immaculate and gorgeous, capable of producing a set of sublime photos. She