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Page 1: Architectural Photography Tips

with separate exposures in which I can trick the camera’s shutter into less light and more of a controlled light, by flipping the light switch to my lights off for a 2-3 second count and then back on for the duration of the take. This is done during timed longer shutter speeds, usually around 6-7 seconds depending on how late it is or close to twilight time. In case you didn’t know, twilight it referred to as the golden hour. It is every architectural photographer’s time to shine.

the photo. Too much light can be controlled in a few ways. I do it

do that makes them stand out from others in their industry. It is highly advisable to have a wide- angle lens specifically for photographing architecture and interior design projects. I recommend 10x22 and plan to spend about $600.00 to $700.00 for the kens. It’s worth every penny!

To creatively showcase an architect’s work, make sure that you don’t manipulate what is really happening in real life while working on the photo. Try not to provide too much contrast and light into

that make the space’s creator stand out, their signature, what they

Architectural Photography TipsWhen photographing architecture it is important to show the space and remain true to the size, color, detail, and the unique accents

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Twilight photography as it pertains to photographing architecture, is very popular. Twilight lends some of the best colors and beautiful blue skies even on some of the cloudiest days. Twilight only happens one time a day, so it is very important to be prepared for the photo shoot and plan for problems just in case there are issues that are unexpected when you arrive.

Things that can go wrong include circuit breakers in homes or commercial properties blowing out in the middle of photographing or the weather not being conducive to a good sky. If the weather looks substandard and you sense post-production will be a nightmare for you to get the desired final product, then schedule a different time to come back and re-shoot. You will save yourself a lot of work on the back end by doing this. In the event that situations arise, it is not the end of the world. Just think of it as a minor a set back. A photo shoot gone South can be salvaged with a dawn shoot if time is an issue, and if the photographer has allowed extra days for the shoot from the beginning, a dawn shoot is not necessary. The only issue is returning to the site an additional time when the conditions are better.

The great thing about architecture is it doesn’t move and it doesn’t have an attitude. For more information or if you have any questions, please send me an email or call: [email protected] or call (714) 276-7978.

Photography By: Rhea Rustan

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