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Exterior Architectural Photography of Epoch Condo Sarasota

Modern Architectural Photography and why it matters

As a photographer or architectural firm, it’s important to stay up to date with the latest trends in order to create an effective architectural photography portfolio. In this article, I’ll discuss some of the latest trends in modern architectural photography and why this type of photography matters. Modern architectural photography

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How to choose the right hospitality photographer

7 Tips for choosing the right hospitality photographer

The hospitality industry is a very competitive one. Customers are often spending large amounts of money to stay at hotels, eat at restaurants, and visit other attractions. It’s not enough for the establishment to just have good food or nice rooms – it needs to be perfect! Which means that

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How to start building an Architectural Photography Portfolio!

Architectural photography is a type of photography that captures the beauty and design of buildings. Due to its specific nature, architectural photographers often need to be able to think creatively in order to capture their desired images. This article will explore how you can build an architectural photography portfolio like

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What is Architectural Photography?

Architectural photography (also sometimes called building photography) is the process of taking pictures of buildings and other structures such as bridges or statues. This can include both the interior and exterior of the building. The job may require getting inside the structure in order to get close-up shots or to

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Stories of Shoots Gone Wrong 1

Blog Post: We all read those glowing stories about amazing shoots where the photographer waxes lyrical about his or her accompaniments.  This is in fact one side of photography, the side we all hope to be on.  Yet there is another side of things when for one reason or another

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Interior Design Photography: The Definitive Guide

Interior Design Photography: The Definitive Guide

Interior design photography is all about capturing the beauty of interior spaces. It can be used to showcase the work of interior designers, or to capture the beauty of your own home for your own records. In this guide, we’ll explain what interior design photography is, give you some tips

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What is hospitality photography?

Hospitality photography means capturing the spirit of a hotel, restaurant, bar or other facility. The photos taken of a space can help to show off the history and ambiance of a space that can’t be conveyed in words. On top of that, the photos produced can be used as an

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Walking On The Dark Side

We have all photographed those bright spaces full of luxurious daylight poped a few strobes into a softbox or wall and come away with breathtaking shots.  For me there is nothing better to walk into a room like this on an assignment because I know the work has essentially been

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Success, What is it good for anyway?

What is success?  In 1994, before cell phones and before the adopted use of the internet, I graduated from art school, then like a hobo without a destination headed out into the world. I was full of energy and willpower.  In my mind, I would be successful, even if I had

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