WHY DO YOU NEED PHOTOGRAPHS?
The first question to ask is always "Why are we shooting?"
Photos tell a story, so we must ensure we are telling the intended story. What angle do we shoot from? What is the best light? What colors are dominant? These basic answers will give us a start, and probably lead to more questions. But...
EVERY BUSINESS HAS A STORY.
So...
How do you tell that story so they’ll listen?
How do you tell that story so they’ll remember?
Great photography has instant impact, and can tell your story faster and more effectively than long explanations. Great photography can provide a level of credibility and professionalism. You want to show your people at their best, and you certainly don’t want to have lackluster photos of your building or space, or something you built or created. First, we start with some questions. There are many ways to create a photo, so we start with the goal.
What is architectural photography?
There are a variety of reasons to photograph man-made spaces, whether interior or exterior. Each reason has similarities in how we shoot, based on the ultimate goal of the photograph.
For craftspeople, whether they be architects, builders, or designers, photographs are how you share your work, and how you'll be judged by potential new clients. If those photos aren't as good as they can be, and accurately reflect the vision you had for the space, not to mention the showcase of your skill, you may lose business.
Your web site is where potential visitors/clients look to check you out, so show them your best side. It could be the pool you designed, the master suite you built, the company conference room, or the main bar. The more you show, the more comfortable and invited your visitors will feel. But only if you show off your best with the best photo. The right light, the right angle, the right view, otherwise you send them away!
For businesses, it may be the interior of your building, the exterior, or the back entrance, but the goal is to invite potential visitors to experience your business before they arrive. Liking the look of your space, or just knowing what to expect can have a big influence on whether they come for a visit.
We can shoot multiple angles or even 360 degree panoramas.
How It Works
Contact us as early as possible when considering having your project photographed. We will need to chat about the specifics of the project to plan the logistics and give you a quote. If at all possible, we will do a walk through prior to shoot day. We work as your partner to determine what shots need to be made to communicate your vision. Once a shot list is generated, we schedule shooting times for best possible light, gather necessary equipment, and work logistics for an efficient process.
Cost Sharing For Architectural Photography
Cost sharing is a common practice for architectural photography, since the images can be of value to many parties. Architects, builders, interior designers, materials and furniture vendors are just some of the potential interested parties. For each additional party added to the project prior to the shoot, we add 30% to the total cost. Each party then splits the total evenly. If, for example, a session totals $2500 for a single party, and an additional party is added, the total cost rises 30% to $3250, and each party pays $1625, for a savings of $875!
For any number of reasons, you find yourself in need of a professional headshot. Maybe your employer has asked for it, or maybe you’re looking for a new employer!
What’s involved, and what happens at a headshot session? Most of my clients have a lot of questions. That’s great! There is a lot more to getting great results than most think.
Why?
In our increasingly public and digital world, the headshot is the new age version of your business card. It is your introduction for the numerous virtual meetings we all have, almost a kind of logo for your personal brand. It is your first chance to make that introductory greeting. The question is what do you want to say?
The first question I always ask at a photo session is “why are we making this photo?”
Sure, the obvious answer is “I need a headshot.”
But why? Are you looking for a job or are you a senior member of your firm? Are you a front line customer service person, speaking with customers all day or do you manage a team of people?
A generic headshot would probably work for each of these scenarios, but that would be a missed opportunity. There is nuance in every facial expression, so let’s make yours the best it can be for you as a unique individual.
Let’s face it, intentional or not, good or bad, a first impression will be made based on this photo. A great headshot can create a sense of trust and credibility, confidence and competence. A photo can be inviting and give visitors someone to recognize. You can also add personality and style, something people can identify with.
How it works
When you call to schedule your session, we will have a discussion about your why. Then we can make recommendations about what kind of session to have. Do you need a basic session, or are you looking for something more?
A basic session is about 30 minutes long, and includes 2 hi resolution retouched digital files. We usually shoot a formal style, and a business casual style, but this tailored to your needs. You can bring a few outfit choices. It’s best to stick with solid colors that aren’t too bright. We have a few textured backgrounds, as well as solid colors, or potentially outdoors. You can either come to the studio, or we can come to your location, depending on suitability. In most cases your final files will be available for download within a few days.
We can also do an expanded session for individuals or businesses looking to create a brand story. This session usually is a half day, but can be longer depending on the story. We will brainstorm and create a shot list that may include individuals or groups, different environments, products and or “action shots”.
Your session will be custom designed to make sure you get the photos you need. Call to have a discussion, get your questions answered, and schedule your session!
EDITORIAL AND PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
Some businesses sell physical products. Customers want to see those products. High quality photography adds credibility to product offerings. Sometimes a well conceived setup of the product in use is even better
Other businesses have no products. They sell services. It's not as obvious what should be photographed. However, customers will more likely look at a photo than they will spend time reading your service description. A well designed photo of the execution of your service will get more attention, and those same customers may spend time reading after the photo has grabbed their attention.
Contact us to get great images of your products, and help them sell!
Do you struggle to find or create photo content for your social media accounts?
I get it. The world runs on social media, but how do you keep up?
How much time would it save if you just looked in a folder, and there were great new photos there every month, and you could dictate what the photos highlighted each month? They are all branded to match your style, and exclusive to your business, so you have a cohesive story to tell every post.
We can design a plan to fit your need and budget. We'll custom tailor a schedule to create the number of photos you need for your unique story.