HDR or High Dynamic Range photography is a broad term describing techniques to overcome the inability of cameras to capture the entire brightness range of a scene in one exposure. The term covers a range of techniques and processing workflows. The most common workflow is often called Tone Mapping and produces very punctuated colors and…
Many MLS’s are getting stricter on image editing and some agents I talk to ask me how much rework I do on the images I send out. My main approach is to do as much of an image “in camera” as possible. I enjoy the process of shooting the photos more than sitting in front…
The FAA has finally published requirements for using a drone commercially (Part 107). Now that it’s legal to use a drone for aerial photos of a property, there are a few things to keep in mind. Pilots must pass a test to be licensed and aircraft must have a registration number on them for identification….
One of the questions I get asked frequently is if I have a wide angle lens. Yes, I do. I have a lens that is as wide as one can go before it becomes a fisheye view. The better question is whether I know when to NOT use the UWA (Ultra Wide Angle) lens. When…
Should you pay extra and get some of those cool twilight photos of your listing? The best answer is “maybe”. Not every home will lend itself to a good twilight image. Multi-story homes with lots of windows or large view windows can be good candidates. A home with nice grounds and separation from neighboring homes…