https://apalmanac.com A resource for working professional photographers and design industry professionals featuring news, commentary, equipment resources, and original articles Mon, 12 Oct 2020 23:55:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 156681027 https://apalmanac.com/gear/bh-offers-huge-discount-on-the-canon-5ds-r-still-one-of-the-best-cameras-for-architectural-photographers-13438 https://apalmanac.com/gear/bh-offers-huge-discount-on-the-canon-5ds-r-still-one-of-the-best-cameras-for-architectural-photographers-13438#comments Mon, 12 Oct 2020 23:55:27 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=13438 In a previous article, I discussed why I think the Canon 5DS R is still the best camera for architectural photographers. This mostly came down to aspects relating to usability and the fact that image quality from this camera is still incredible. B&H are now offering a HUGE discount making this camera far more accessible.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/bh-offers-huge-discount-on-the-canon-5ds-r-still-one-of-the-best-cameras-for-architectural-photographers-13438/feed 4 13438 https://apalmanac.com/gear/canon-rumored-to-produce-the-widest-angle-tilt-shift-lens-ever-with-autofocus-for-its-rf-mount-cameras-13383 https://apalmanac.com/gear/canon-rumored-to-produce-the-widest-angle-tilt-shift-lens-ever-with-autofocus-for-its-rf-mount-cameras-13383#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2020 22:38:32 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=13383 If there’s anything that’s going to make me switch over fully to a Canon mirrorless system, it’s probably going to be the lenses. The latest rumors for suggest some incredible lenses are on the way for architectural photographers. It seems that many of us can’t wait till this nightmare of a year is over.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/canon-rumored-to-produce-the-widest-angle-tilt-shift-lens-ever-with-autofocus-for-its-rf-mount-cameras-13383/feed 18 13383 https://apalmanac.com/gear/the-best-budget-set-up-for-beginner-architectural-photographers-11798 https://apalmanac.com/gear/the-best-budget-set-up-for-beginner-architectural-photographers-11798#comments Mon, 31 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=11798 Architectural photography is one of those genres that tends to have quite a high entry cost. Although there are inexpensive gear options available, wide-angle and tilt-shift lenses generally come with a hefty price tag. For someone just starting out, a $1,900 lens might be a little out of reach.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/the-best-budget-set-up-for-beginner-architectural-photographers-11798/feed 12 11798 https://apalmanac.com/gear/breakthrough-photography-launch-a-huge-range-of-drop-in-filters-for-canon-rf-cameras-12100 https://apalmanac.com/gear/breakthrough-photography-launch-a-huge-range-of-drop-in-filters-for-canon-rf-cameras-12100#comments Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=12100 When Canon first released the EOS R, one of the most compelling things they did was to also release an EF to RF mount adapter with a drop-in filter feature. This meant that you could adapt tilt-shift lenses to your EF camera and use drop-in filters whenever it was necessary.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/breakthrough-photography-launch-a-huge-range-of-drop-in-filters-for-canon-rf-cameras-12100/feed 8 12100 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/these-videographers-risked-their-lives-to-film-1920s-new-york-skyscrapers-12054 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/these-videographers-risked-their-lives-to-film-1920s-new-york-skyscrapers-12054#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=12054 It’s incredible to think about what people in the 1920s went through to put food on the table. The title of this video describes how the men in the film risked their lives to build iconic skyscrapers in New York. The likely truth is that they risked their lives for their families and futures and not for New York itself.]]> https://apalmanac.com/architecture/these-videographers-risked-their-lives-to-film-1920s-new-york-skyscrapers-12054/feed 4 12054 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/hey-new-photographers-please-avoid-asking-these-questions-11115 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/hey-new-photographers-please-avoid-asking-these-questions-11115#comments Mon, 06 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=11115 When you’re first starting out in the industry, you have a million and two questions racing through your mind. This is great because it shows that you’re interested and looking to learn more! Most teachers will probably tell you that there are no stupid questions.]]> https://apalmanac.com/architecture/hey-new-photographers-please-avoid-asking-these-questions-11115/feed 10 11115 https://apalmanac.com/gear/convert-your-manfrotto-405-410-geared-heads-to-an-arca-mount-f63-clamp-review-10731 https://apalmanac.com/gear/convert-your-manfrotto-405-410-geared-heads-to-an-arca-mount-f63-clamp-review-10731#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2020 22:45:45 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10731 When it comes to geared tripod heads, the more popular options on the market are from Manfrotto. The Manfrotto 410 and 405 heads are go-to options for many architectural photographers, mostly due to them being great value for their price. Even I started with the 410 and then moved onto the 405 head, and personally love the heads I currently have.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/convert-your-manfrotto-405-410-geared-heads-to-an-arca-mount-f63-clamp-review-10731/feed 4 10731 https://apalmanac.com/gear/how-to-straighten-your-images-in-photoshop-and-lightroom-10760 https://apalmanac.com/gear/how-to-straighten-your-images-in-photoshop-and-lightroom-10760#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2020 06:15:05 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10760 One of the cardinal rules for architectural photography is that vertical lines must remain vertical. It’s considered bad form in many instances to photograph a building and have it look like it’s falling backwards, or heavily distorted. Unfortunately, there may be times when it just isn’t possible to achieve this in camera and some post production is required.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/how-to-straighten-your-images-in-photoshop-and-lightroom-10760/feed 2 10760 https://apalmanac.com/gear/apalmanac-reviews-the-sunwayfoto-gh-pro-ii-versus-the-manfrotto-405-geared-head-10672 https://apalmanac.com/gear/apalmanac-reviews-the-sunwayfoto-gh-pro-ii-versus-the-manfrotto-405-geared-head-10672#comments Tue, 26 May 2020 16:28:35 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10672 One of the key bits of equipment an architectural photographer is pretty much required to have, is a good geared tripod head. I would say it’s pretty difficult to photograph architecture without having one of these.For many architectural photographers, including myself, our first geared tripod heads are probably one of the two options available from Manfrotto.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/apalmanac-reviews-the-sunwayfoto-gh-pro-ii-versus-the-manfrotto-405-geared-head-10672/feed 22 10672 https://apalmanac.com/gear/the-macbook-air-possibly-the-best-laptop-for-location-shooting-10105 https://apalmanac.com/gear/the-macbook-air-possibly-the-best-laptop-for-location-shooting-10105#comments Tue, 12 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10105 Most architectural photographers prefer to shoot while tethered to a laptop or tablet device. The main reason for this is because the screens on the backs of almost all cameras tend to be pretty poor, and pretty small. This is true even for more expensive medium format cameras; although their screens are better, they’re still not that great.A]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/the-macbook-air-possibly-the-best-laptop-for-location-shooting-10105/feed 5 10105 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/how-to-photograph-architecture-a-quick-beginners-guide-with-eric-reinholdt-10195 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/how-to-photograph-architecture-a-quick-beginners-guide-with-eric-reinholdt-10195#comments Wed, 06 May 2020 04:39:18 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10195 The majority of people entering the photography industry tend to ask questions mostly about gear. Questions tend to be about lenses, cameras and what they should buy first, and while the gear is important, actually learning how and what to shoot is far more important.]]> https://apalmanac.com/architecture/how-to-photograph-architecture-a-quick-beginners-guide-with-eric-reinholdt-10195/feed 3 10195 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/gear-advice-for-those-just-starting-out-in-architectural-photography-10184 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/gear-advice-for-those-just-starting-out-in-architectural-photography-10184#comments Mon, 04 May 2020 15:54:28 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10184 For those of you that are just starting out in architectural photography, or thinking about joining the industry, you may have a lot of questions. Hopefully, the majority of those questions are about learning how to shoot as opposed to what to shoot with; however, the gear you use does still matter.]]> https://apalmanac.com/architecture/gear-advice-for-those-just-starting-out-in-architectural-photography-10184/feed 4 10184 https://apalmanac.com/gear/photograph-mirrors-with-an-invisible-camera-10164 https://apalmanac.com/gear/photograph-mirrors-with-an-invisible-camera-10164#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2020 22:52:19 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10164 Many of us architectural photographers are no strangers to a good tilt-shift lens. We probably even have a favorite that we use regularly for most of our shoots. My personal favorite is the Canon TS-E 24mm f/3.5 II. Although I don’t shoot with it as much as I do the 45mm, I still prefer the 24mm over the other tilt-shift lenses.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/photograph-mirrors-with-an-invisible-camera-10164/feed 7 10164 https://apalmanac.com/gear/three-thing-i-hate-about-tripods-10121 https://apalmanac.com/gear/three-thing-i-hate-about-tripods-10121#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:48:46 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10121 In my view, the most tedious and frustrating bit of equipment that I need to take with me to any meaningful shoot is a tripod. Most tripods are cumbersome, heavy and, unwieldy. They’re a pain to carry around and I absolutely hate them. Don’t get me wrong, I love the results I’m able to produce with a tripod, I just hate everything else about them.For]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/three-thing-i-hate-about-tripods-10121/feed 13 10121 https://apalmanac.com/gear/heres-why-the-highly-underrated-canon-eos-rp-is-a-brilliant-option-for-architectural-photographers-9722 https://apalmanac.com/gear/heres-why-the-highly-underrated-canon-eos-rp-is-a-brilliant-option-for-architectural-photographers-9722#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:51:53 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9722 Most of my reviews and articles tend to be about the “best” cameras and gear; I’m all about high-resolution and super sharp lenses. Honestly, for many of us including myself, the “best” doesn’t really matter that much anymore. In more recent times I’ve been more conscious about my expenses and as a result, the camera that keeps coming up on my radar is the Canon EOS RP.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/heres-why-the-highly-underrated-canon-eos-rp-is-a-brilliant-option-for-architectural-photographers-9722/feed 15 9722 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/ten-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-tripod-10071 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/ten-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-tripod-10071#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:29:50 +0000 https://apalmanac.com/?p=10071 Tripods are not the most glamorous bits of gear that many photographers own. In fact, I generally hate using a tripod. Not because it doesn’t produce the results I want, it’s just such a pain to carry around; especially the heavier ones which are also, unfortunately, the more useful ones.]]> https://apalmanac.com/architecture/ten-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-tripod-10071/feed 1 10071 https://apalmanac.com/gear/apa-reviews-wine-country-camera-filters-probably-the-best-system-for-architectural-photographers-9452 https://apalmanac.com/gear/apa-reviews-wine-country-camera-filters-probably-the-best-system-for-architectural-photographers-9452#respond Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:07:23 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9452 For many architectural photographers, a good filter system is an absolute must. Filters offer a great deal of flexibility when it comes to exposure times and also controlling reflections; reflections are probably the most vital issue to control when photographing architecture due to their ability to make or break an image.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/apa-reviews-wine-country-camera-filters-probably-the-best-system-for-architectural-photographers-9452/feed 0 9452 https://apalmanac.com/business/how-to-respond-if-a-client-cant-afford-you-9724 https://apalmanac.com/business/how-to-respond-if-a-client-cant-afford-you-9724#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2020 19:25:29 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9724 My guess is that almost every photographer and creative has probably come across a client that’s either tried to lowball them or just couldn’t afford them. These situations can be tough, especially if you’re just starting out in the industry. In my experience I’ve made a mess of a few negotiations but, these things come with time and experience.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/how-to-respond-if-a-client-cant-afford-you-9724/feed 2 9724 https://apalmanac.com/gear/large-format-is-still-completely-unrivaled-8x10-vs-fuji-gfx-100-5ds-r-x1d-ii-9416 https://apalmanac.com/gear/large-format-is-still-completely-unrivaled-8x10-vs-fuji-gfx-100-5ds-r-x1d-ii-9416#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2020 13:28:00 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9416 In my last article, I talked about why a 150mp EOS R type camera would be incredible for architecture. I prefer high resolution cameras because as I’ve mentioned in past articles, they offer tons of flexibility when it comes to cropping and editing. In our latest video, we look at a camera that has the potential to produce images with resolutions far greater than any digital camera currently on the market.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/large-format-is-still-completely-unrivaled-8x10-vs-fuji-gfx-100-5ds-r-x1d-ii-9416/feed 6 9416 https://apalmanac.com/gear/photograph-architecture-from-the-air-with-this-455000-280mp-phase-one-camera-system-9564 https://apalmanac.com/gear/photograph-architecture-from-the-air-with-this-455000-280mp-phase-one-camera-system-9564#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2020 03:06:05 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9564 Just in case you thought a $60,000, 150mp medium format camera was just not quite enough, Phase One Industrial just announced their latest monster system. By combining two of their current 150mp sensors, Phase One Industrial has been able to produce what they call a “large format” aerial camera system.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/photograph-architecture-from-the-air-with-this-455000-280mp-phase-one-camera-system-9564/feed 6 9564 https://apalmanac.com/gear/why-the-rumored-150mp-canon-eos-r-camera-would-be-perfect-for-architecture-9343 https://apalmanac.com/gear/why-the-rumored-150mp-canon-eos-r-camera-would-be-perfect-for-architecture-9343#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2020 19:15:00 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9343 As you may know, I’m not shy about megapixels. For architectural photography, I prefer more resolution over less. There are several reasons for this and it’s mostly down to flexibility; with a higher resolution camera you have more flexibility when it comes to post production, printing, cropping, and scaling.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/why-the-rumored-150mp-canon-eos-r-camera-would-be-perfect-for-architecture-9343/feed 31 9343 https://apalmanac.com/opinion/a-simple-fix-that-will-help-you-switch-from-lightroom-to-capture-one-9016 https://apalmanac.com/opinion/a-simple-fix-that-will-help-you-switch-from-lightroom-to-capture-one-9016#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2020 07:00:57 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=9016 For the first few years of my career as an architectural photographer, I swore by Adobe Lightroom. In my experience, Lightroom has been incredibly useful for going through a large batch of images, but it doesn’t quite keep up with Capture One’s refined controls, so I started looking at Capture One as an alternative.]]> https://apalmanac.com/opinion/a-simple-fix-that-will-help-you-switch-from-lightroom-to-capture-one-9016/feed 28 9016 https://apalmanac.com/post-production/lightroom-just-received-a-huge-workflow-update-are-you-switching-back-8916 https://apalmanac.com/post-production/lightroom-just-received-a-huge-workflow-update-are-you-switching-back-8916#comments Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:24:06 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=8916 Adobe has recently updated Lightroom and some of the new features are pretty useful. As architectural photographers, I’m sure most of us are pretty familiar with having huge numbers of layers in Photoshop. Light painting and compositing can cost a lot of storage and many of us have become accustomed to using PSB files, especially with the advent of higher-megapixel cameras where only a few layers will put you over the size limit.]]> https://apalmanac.com/post-production/lightroom-just-received-a-huge-workflow-update-are-you-switching-back-8916/feed 14 8916 https://apalmanac.com/gear/five-gimbal-movements-to-help-create-beautiful-interior-and-architecture-films-7882 https://apalmanac.com/gear/five-gimbal-movements-to-help-create-beautiful-interior-and-architecture-films-7882#respond Thu, 30 Jan 2020 14:09:14 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=7882 I could be wrong here, but the way I see it, the market for filming real estate and architecture is possibly more lucrative than its photographic counterpart. For this reason, I think it’s probably a good idea for us photographers to develop our skills related to filming.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/five-gimbal-movements-to-help-create-beautiful-interior-and-architecture-films-7882/feed 0 7882 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/canon-5ds-r-still-the-best-camera-you-can-buy-for-architectural-photography-7922 https://apalmanac.com/architecture/canon-5ds-r-still-the-best-camera-you-can-buy-for-architectural-photography-7922#comments Mon, 06 Jan 2020 14:38:40 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=7922 In February 2015, Canon released what I think is the best architectural camera made so far. Almost 5 years on and this camera is a little long in the tooth but in my view still the best camera you can buy for this specific type of photography. I’m aware some of you may want to point out the Sony options or Fujifilm medium format cameras, but, nothing comes close to how good the Canon 5DS R is.]]> https://apalmanac.com/architecture/canon-5ds-r-still-the-best-camera-you-can-buy-for-architectural-photography-7922/feed 23 7922 https://apalmanac.com/uncategorized/three-biggest-mistakes-ive-made-as-a-professional-architectural-photographer-6610 https://apalmanac.com/uncategorized/three-biggest-mistakes-ive-made-as-a-professional-architectural-photographer-6610#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2019 19:10:12 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=6610 In a previous article, I discussed five mistakes that beginner architectural photographers tend to make. Since then I thought about how I’ve obviously made mistakes since then and although they may not be relatable to beginners there are still lessons one can draw from them.]]> https://apalmanac.com/uncategorized/three-biggest-mistakes-ive-made-as-a-professional-architectural-photographer-6610/feed 3 6610 https://apalmanac.com/business/baam-podcast-mike-kelley-offers-deep-insights-into-the-architectural-photography-industry-7258 https://apalmanac.com/business/baam-podcast-mike-kelley-offers-deep-insights-into-the-architectural-photography-industry-7258#comments Mon, 02 Dec 2019 17:13:46 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=7258 A recent article by Lexi Taciak discussed how we finally have the perfect podcast for architectural photographers, and the latest guest on the BAAM podcast was none other than APA’s founder Mike Kelley himself – and the insights he provides are invaluable.Personally]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/baam-podcast-mike-kelley-offers-deep-insights-into-the-architectural-photography-industry-7258/feed 3 7258 https://apalmanac.com/business/why-are-some-of-the-best-photographers-the-least-successful-6243 https://apalmanac.com/business/why-are-some-of-the-best-photographers-the-least-successful-6243#respond Thu, 24 Oct 2019 03:39:59 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=6243 I can comfortably say that I’m not the most talented photographer that I know. I know plenty of photographers that are extremely talented. The kind of work they produce is simply astounding and I’m consistently impressed by them. The issue is that many of these photographers tend not to be as successful than many other photographers I know who may not be as capable.]]> https://apalmanac.com/business/why-are-some-of-the-best-photographers-the-least-successful-6243/feed 0 6243 https://apalmanac.com/gear/how-to-prevent-camera-shake-when-photographing-architecture-5689 https://apalmanac.com/gear/how-to-prevent-camera-shake-when-photographing-architecture-5689#comments Thu, 03 Oct 2019 20:32:22 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=5689 Have you ever spent the day on location only to return home to go through the day’s work and realize that some of the images have motion blur? This is probably one of the most annoying little things you may encounter when starting to work as an architecture or interiors photographer.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/how-to-prevent-camera-shake-when-photographing-architecture-5689/feed 4 5689 https://apalmanac.com/gear/iphone-11-pro-vs-professional-photography-real-estate-photography-might-be-in-for-a-huge-change-5403 https://apalmanac.com/gear/iphone-11-pro-vs-professional-photography-real-estate-photography-might-be-in-for-a-huge-change-5403#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2019 16:25:53 +0000 http://apalmanac.com/?p=5403 Every year now, Apple releases a new iPhone with a slightly better camera and slightly better features. From a year on year perspective, the differences aren’t significant. However, if you compare what the first few iPhone cameras were capable of versus now, the difference is huge.]]> https://apalmanac.com/gear/iphone-11-pro-vs-professional-photography-real-estate-photography-might-be-in-for-a-huge-change-5403/feed 9 5403