Modern Farm House Continued:

Responding to a request to see more of this modern farm house by Steve Lecas of Gander Builders.  More to come.

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In the studio today and doing some more necessary archiving.  One of our favorite shoots from last year was this modern farm house by Gander Builders.  Wow!  Love it.

 

Eclectic Lower Level:

We photographed this lower level a couple of years ago, and honestly haven’t seen interior design quite like it. Every element is custom-tailored to the space — from the plush, scale-perfect seating to the built-in entertainment center that reads like furniture and architecture in one. Adjacent is a state-of-the-art home golf center, an unexpected but perfect complement to the bar area for stepping away and playing a few holes with friends.

Take a moment with the ceiling: a striking installation of fine, hand‑woven carpets repurposed as an overhead surface. The texture, pattern, and warmth they bring up top completely redefine the room’s atmosphere.

More to come…

Hotel Breakfast Amenities:

When photographing a hotel, the breakfast serving area is essential. It’s where many business travelers begin their day—sorting schedules, answering emails, taking quick calls, or holding brief client meetings before heading out. Images must communicate that the space is functional and inviting: clean, well-appointed, and suitable as a comfortable, temporary workspace.

Key visual priorities

• Amenities: Clearly show service points (buffet, coffee stations, beverage dispensers, charging ports, condiments, seating options). Include close-ups of premium details—espresso machines, fresh fruit displays, packaged grab-and-go items—to convey convenience and quality.
• Atmosphere: Capture the seating arrangement and flow so viewers can evaluate privacy and usability for work or meetings. Emphasize comfortable chairs, table sizes suitable for laptops, and accessible power outlets.
• Cleanliness and upkeep: Keep compositions free of clutter, show tidy surfaces and well-organized service areas. Include images that demonstrate routine maintenance—neatly stacked dishware, polished countertops, and replenished food trays.
• Lighting and color: Use natural light where possible to show warmth and openness; supplement with balanced interior lighting to maintain consistent color. Accurately render bold brand colors and materials—upholstery, wall finishes, tile—so the space reads true to life and visually appealing.
• Scale and layout: Provide wide-angle shots to communicate room size and circulation, plus mid-shots that show how groups or individuals could use the space. Include perspective shots that lead the eye toward service zones or windows.
• Intent and use cases: Stage a few practical scenarios—business traveler with laptop and coffee, two people in a brief discussion over documents—to signal that the area works as an informal meeting place without feeling contrived.
• Detail and texture: Photograph tactile elements (wood grain, textiles, metals) to enhance the sense of quality and comfort in upscale properties.

Technical and compositional tips

• Keep lines straight and verticals corrected to present a polished, professional look.
• Balance ambient light and flash to avoid blown highlights or deep shadows; use HDR carefully for consistent exposure across windows and interior areas.
• Choose focal lengths that avoid distortion; use 24–35mm for interiors on full-frame, narrower for detail crops.
• Mind reflections on glass, stainless steel, and glossy surfaces; remove distracting items in reflections during setup.
• Capture a set: wide establishing shot, three-quarter views, detail close-ups, and lifestyle/context images to give marketing teams flexible assets.

Why it matters Traveling business guests evaluate hotel choices visually first. Photographs that clearly show a clean, welcoming, and well-equipped breakfast area reassure them the property supports both comfort and productivity. For marketing directors, delivering images that highlight amenities, layout, and quality is essential to attract and convert this important segment.

More to come!  To see more of our work, or to schedule a photoshoot please visit our website.

Shooting Hospitality:

 When shooting hospitality images, compose each frame so viewers can easily imagine themselves in the space. Aim for inviting, human-centered pictures that communicate comfort, atmosphere, and purpose. Strong hospitality photography serves both guests and decision-makers—encouraging bookings, reservations, and inclusion in a client’s marketing portfolio.

Key principles to apply:

• Lead with the guest’s point of view
• Frame scenes at eye level or slightly lower so the viewer reads the image as a real experience rather than an abstract study.
• Control sightlines and layers
• Use foreground, middle ground, and background to create depth. Doorways, corridors, windows, and furniture groupings guide the eye into the scene.
• Keep sightlines clean and intentional; remove clutter that distracts from the main subject or breaks the visual path.
• Compose for comfort and scale
• Show enough of a room to communicate scale while keeping compositions tight enough to convey intimacy.
• Use furniture and architectural elements to define human scale—an armchair with a throw, a breakfast tray on a bed, or a person interacting with a space.
• Use light to set mood and clarity
• Natural light should be leveraged for warmth and authenticity; supplement with subtle artificial light to balance shadows and highlight key elements.
• Expose for texture and detail in materials that signal luxury—linen, wood grain, brushed metals—while preserving a pleasing overall mood.
• Think about marketing formats
• Compose with multiple aspect ratios in mind—horizontal for website headers, vertical for social stories, and square for feeds—so important elements aren’t cropped out.
• Create a mix of hero images, detail shots, and contextual scenes for a versatile portfolio that supports brochures, websites, and advertising.

Applying these composition choices will produce images that invite viewers to step into the scene, strengthen your client’s marketing, and make the property feel desirable and attainable.  To see more of our work or to schedule a photoshoot please visit our website.

Bespoke Mid-Century Furniture:

When you’re building a new mid-century modern home and need to furnish it, you have options: search for pristine antiques or commission new pieces that honor the era’s clean lines and craftsmanship. This project chose the latter — hiring an interior designer who both designs and arranges custom-built furniture.

Notice the fine custom mid-century chairs that flank the fireplace: sculpted proportions, warm wood tones, and upholstery chosen to complement the room’s palette. The sectional sits perfectly to scale, forming an inviting conversation area, paired with coffee tables whose proportions and materials read like authentic period pieces but with modern execution. The custom console against the wall provides both function and a strong horizontal anchor line, while the dining table and chairs deliver the decisive geometry and tactile quality mid-century design demands.

Each of these pieces is a single-production work from the talented mind of interior designer Janet McCann — thoughtful, bespoke furniture created to fit the architecture and lifestyle of this home. More images and details to come from this amazing residence.  To see more of our work or to schedule a photoshoot please visit our website. 

Bespoke Kitchen and Dining Area by Marsha Jones:

We photographed this home for Marsha Jones a few years back and rediscovered these images while archiving old DVDs and CDs over the weekend. You can’t archive without taking a peek, and these shots were worth another look.

Marsha is a pleasure to work with — her designs feel warm, relaxed, and effortlessly livable. This project highlights an open kitchen that flows into a bespoke dining table, positioned to take in views of the grounds. The kitchen balances refined finishes with practical details: professional-grade appliances, large covered spice racks cleverly concealed, hand-cut stone surfaces, and a generous island perfect for prep, casual breakfasts, or a quick coffee. The leather-covered barstools add comfort and character, and just off the kitchen sits a custom wet bar and pantry for added convenience.

This has long been one of our favorite shoots and remains featured in our gallery. More from this archive to come.

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