Are you looking to up your real estate photography game? Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your skills, composition is key. In this blog post, we'll be sharing five composition tips to help you take your real estate photos to the next level.
Tip #1: Straighten Your Lines
Straight lines are a crucial aspect of real estate photography composition. To achieve straight lines, make sure your camera is level both front to back and side to side. Many cameras have built-in levels to help you ensure your camera is straight. Straight lines make your photos look more professional and minimize your editing time.
Tip #2: Adjust Your Tripod Height
Adjusting your tripod height is important to make sure you capture the entire property in your shots. For a two-story home, you'll want to use a taller tripod setting than for a one-story home. When shooting inside a home, manage how much of the floor and ceiling you're showing. Aim to show a little more floor than ceiling.
Tip #3: Pick Appealing Angles
Don't just settle for the easiest and most obvious angles when shooting a room. Pay attention to the furniture and layout of the room, and pick angles that help potential buyers imagine themselves relaxing and enjoying the space. Engaging angles will help your photos stand out from the crowd.
Tip #4: Avoid Fixtures in Corners
Make sure not to have fixtures, such as chandeliers and fans, in the corners of your images. Having fixtures in the corners can make them look distorted, especially ceiling fans, where the blades may look stretched out and distorted. Do your best to avoid placing objects in the corners of your shots.
Tip #5: Shoot Towards the Opposite Corner
When shooting interior shots, aim to have the opposite corner in the center of the frame. This helps to showcase the entire room and maintain symmetry. However, there may be times when shooting straight on towards a wall is the best way to showcase a room. In that case, make sure to balance the corners and keep your lines straight.
By keeping these five composition tips in mind, you'll be able to take your real estate photography to the next level. Of course, each home will present its own challenges, but by mastering these composition techniques, you'll be able to create professional-looking photos that your clients will love.
Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep shooting and experimenting with different angles and compositions. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. We're always here to help. Happy shooting!